Impact of Mass Media in Teaching and Learning English in Higher Secondary Schools in Bhutan

Abstract

Abstract: The development of Mass Media in the first decade of twenty first century influenced the lives of Bhutanese in various fields such as mass communication, entertainment, and teaching-learning processes. The proficiency of English language is an indispensable tool for students in the academic journey, and thus, the creative teaching-learning process of English is necessary to adopt in the classroom. Hence, this study explored the Impact of Mass Media in Teaching and Learning English in Higher Secondary Schools in Bhutan. The researcher conducted a Mixed Method Survey comprising questionnaire and interview to collect data and information from one hundred thirty five, twelfth-grade students and six English teachers from three schools under Tashigang Dzongkhag. The study used Simple Random Sampling to select the target population, which involved individuals that represent unbiased population. The study used descriptive analysis to interpret and analyze the collected data with graphical representations. The study presented the implications of Mass Media in teaching and learning English to the young minds. Further, the study recommended the use of Mass Media with accessibility and awareness to enhance the teaching and learning process of English. Keywords: impact, quota-sampling, accessibility, learning strand, teaching aid,