Abstract:
Listening is considered as one of the important skills in foreign language learning. It
provides learners with a foundation for all aspects of language and cognitive
development. The overall aim of this study is to investigate the effects of using aural
authentic materials on listening ability in learners learning English as a second
language. The study will provide information for EFL learners about the beneficial role
of authentic materials in improving their listening skill and lay the ground work for
further studies in using authentic materials for enhancing other language skills. To
achieve this goal, collection data have been analyzed and interpreted through a mixed
methods; qualitative method (semi structured interview) and quantitative method (test,
survey) administered to 44 second year Foreign Language learners divides into equal
experimental and control groups at Malek Bennabi secondary school. Besides, the
findings have been supported the hypotheses of this research and confirmed that
learners have positive attitudes towards using authentic listening materials. The findings
of this study indicate that using authentic materials is effective; therefore corroborating
previous findings in application of authentic listening materials as a useful technique to
improve learners’ listening comprehension skill and development of motivation. A
number of recommendation and pedagogical implications are given to teachers and
learners.
