An analysis of the effects and perception whilst using EBS English broadcasting programs

Abstract

The present study aims to analyze the effects and perception whilst using EBSe (EBS English) broadcasting programs in order to seek the improvement and development plans of EBSe. The survey was comprised of three main categories targeting students, parents, teachers, and the general public who have used EBSe programs. A total of 3,971 cases were collected as valid examples of the survey. The analysis of the survey data revealed that the learners mostly used EBSe programs as an addition to their classroom-based English education. In addition, most of the participants were highly satisfied with the use of EBSe programs. Lastly, the participants’ perception with regard to goal achievement and social effectiveness of EBSe programs were shown to be positive in the following four major objectives: enhancement of public English education, reducing the cost of private education, narrowing the gap of English education between different social classes and regions, and creating an environment of English education that has no time and space restrictions. In consideration of the current lack of English learning hours in the public English education system, proper change of the English education seems to be necessary using EBS English broadcasting programs for balanced improvement of the learners’ English ability.