An Analysis of the use of YouTube Videos "VOA Learning English" channel on Students' Learning Listening of Eighth-Grade at SMP Negeri 5 Tarakan
The objective of this study was to examine the use of "VOA Learning English" YouTube videos in teaching listening skills to eighth-grade students, specifically in class VIII-C at SMP Negeri 5 Tarakan. The researcher employed a descriptive qualitative method in this study. The research was conducted with eighth-grade students in class VIII-C at SMP Negeri 5 Tarakan from May 8, 2024, to June 31, 2024 The researcher used three instruments to measure, collect, and analyze data: documentation, observation, and interviews. In this study, the researcher used descriptive qualitative analysis following procedural steps, including data condensation, data display, and conclusion drawing. The researcher concluded that the factors contributing to students' difficulties in listening comprehension were a lack of vocabulary and the necessity for students to engage in independent learning outside of school to improve their English language skills and vocabulary. Based on documentation, observation, and interviews with several students to investigate their perspectives on applying "VOA Learning English" YouTube videos to enhance listening skills, the research conclusion was that these videos facilitate more effective audio comprehension practice for the students.