Students' perception towards Learning English as a Foreign Langauge through Manga and Webtoon.

Abstract

The present dissertation examines the impact of reading Manga and WEBTOON on learning English language. This study provides a detailed background which helps to clarify the conceptualization of these learning terials. To collect data and information needed for this subject, the research opted to use both quantitative and ualitative methods. A questionnaire is submitted to 215 English language students at Abdelhafid Boussouf, Mila University Centre and an interview is conducted with five (5) Master Two non-English language students from other universities. The obtained data was analysed. The results showed that the majority of students have benefited from reading Manga and WEBTOON, including the students who study in other fields. This study also shows how Manga and WEBTOON improve not only learners’ reading comprehension but also vocabulary acquisition and their potential benefits in improving students’ awareness of other cultures such as the Asian culture. The results of this study highlighted the positive effects of Manga and WEBTOON on learning the English language.