Leveraging German Pop Culture for Language Acquisition: A Media-Based Approach to Teaching German as a Foreign Language
Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: This study explores the integration of German pop culture, including music, television, and social media, into language acquisition to enhance engagement and linguistic proficiency among learners of German as a foreign language. The research involved a diverse group of intermediate to advanced learners and utilized a range of pop culture materials, such as the TV series Dark, music by Rammstein, and content from German social media influencers. Data collection included pre- and post-lesson tests, student feedback, and observational notes. The results indicated a significant increase in student engagement, vocabulary retention, and listening comprehension when compared to traditional textbook-based lessons. The study concludes that leveraging German pop culture not only improves language acquisition but also fosters a deeper cultural understanding, offering an effective strategy for modern language instruction.
DOI: 10.69760/w26m4q62
Author: Kovser Abbasova
Institution: Nakhchivan State University
Language: English
Subfield: Language and Linguistics
Field: Arts and Humanities
Domain: Social Sciences
SDG: Quality education
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4402694420