From Listening to Learning: How Journals Shape the Comprehension of EFL Students

Authors

  • Santi Prastiyowati

    English Language Education, Universitas Negeri Malang, Malang 65145, Indonesia

    English Language Education Department, Universitas Muhammadiyah Malang, Malang 65144, Indonesia
  • Bambang Yudi Cahyono

    English Language Education, Universitas Negeri Malang, Malang 65145, Indonesia
  • Mirjam Anugerahwati

    English Language Education, Universitas Negeri Malang, Malang 65145, Indonesia
  • Nunung Suryati

    English Language Education, Universitas Negeri Malang, Malang 65145, Indonesia
  • Yudhi Arifani

    English Language Education Department, Universitas Muhammadiyah Gresik, Gresik 61121, Indonesia

    English Language Education Department, Rajamangala University of Technology Krungthep, Bangkok 10120, Thailand

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v7i11.11282
Received: 27 July 2025 | Revised: 11 August 2025 | Accepted: 25 August 2025 | Published Online: 20 October 2025

Abstract

This study aims to examine the perceptions of students about listening journals and the influence on their comprehension. A qualitative design was adopted and participants included were 43 fourth-semester students enrolled in listening course. This was in the form of interviews conducted to collect in-depth insights as the primary source of data. Moreover, the question related to the perceptions of students was answered through a survey conducted using a Likertscale questionnaire to provide quantitative data in support of the interviews. The results showed that listening journals were implemented in 12 sessions, and students submitted weekly reflections after completing the assignments. The journals included prompts that focused on comprehension challenges, new vocabulary, and listening strategies. It was also observed that students participated in a variety of materials including lectures, podcasts, and videos with flexibility in content selection to ensure increased engagement. Furthermore, lecturers provided general feedback on the journals to motivate deeper reflection and self-assessment. Students reported that the journals assisted in focusing listening practice, tracking progress, and identifying areas for improvement. These results provide a useful perspective on the application of listening journals in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) context and suggest educational implications to improve listening comprehension and autonomy of students.

Keywords:

Extensive Listening; Listening Journals; Perceptions Of Studentss

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Prastiyowati, S., Yudi Cahyono, B., Anugerahwati, M., Suryati, N., & Arifani, Y. (2025). From Listening to Learning: How Journals Shape the Comprehension of EFL Students. Forum for Linguistic Studies, 7(11), 331–346. https://doi.org/10.30564/fls.v7i11.11282

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