The influence of watching TV English cartoon programs on children's EFL acquisition
الكلمات المفتاحية:
animated cartoons، L2 acquisition، young learners، informal learning، digital mediaالملخص
In a world increasingly shaped by digital media, this study explores the effectiveness of English cartoons as a pedagogical tool for young children's English as a second language (L2) acquisition. Due to the widespread availability of digital platforms and the long hours children spend watching screens, these programs have become an integral part of their daily lives. This provides opportunities for incidental learning where children are exposed to new vocabulary, stories, and conversations, which can enhance their linguistic abilities.
The paper synthesizes findings from existing studies in educational technology, integrating established theories such as Krashen's input hypothesis, Paivio's dual coding approach, and Chomsky's Innate-Nativism theory to provide a theoretical framework. The focus is on specific aspects of language development, including phonological awareness, vocabulary expansion, and sentence formation. The research aims to present a comprehensive descriptive overview of how exposure to selected animated cartoons impacts the linguistic development of young learners.
The study concludes with a summary of results from previous research and offers recommendations for parents, educators, and content designers on how to leverage this medium for language learning.
