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Arab World English Journal (AWEJ) Volume 17. Number 3, September 2026 Pp.425-451
Department of Teaching Theory and Methodology
Tashkent Institute of Irrigation and Agricultural Mechanization Engineers
National Research University, Tashkent, Uzbekistan
King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah-Saudi Arabia
Visiting Professor, Dept of Practical Psychology, Samarkand State University
named after Sharof Rashidov, Samarkand, Uzbekistan
Department of Primary Education
Nukus State Pedagogical Institute, Nukus, Uzbekistan
This study is an attempt towards exploring pedagogic significance of YouTube videos related to learning of pronunciation in English as foreign language context. The scope of the study emphasizes the effect of YouTube-integrated instruction on accelerating English pronunciation skills within a blended learning landscape in Uzbekistan. Employing a quasi-experimental, mixed-methods design with both quantitative and qualitative data collection to study the cause-and-effect, the research involved a sample of 40 graduation students which was selected by purposive sampling, and assigned to control (n = 20) and experimental (n = 20) groups. The experimental group was given twelve weeks of pronunciation training using curated YouTube videos, while the control group was taught by the routine traditional method. A pronunciation assessment tool was developed and was later validated by five TESOL/ELT experts (CVI = 0.92), was administered as pre- and post-intervention. Reliability was confirmed through a pilot study (Cronbach’s α = 0.88). Quantitative analysis revealed statistically significant improvement in the experimental group’s pronunciation scores (M_pre = 2.79, M_post = 3.83; t (29) = 7.11, p < 0.001, Cohen’s d = 1.03), with special reference to the segmental clarity and Suprasegmental perception and performance. In addition to quantitative analysis, thematic analysis of semi- structured interviews with seven EFL instructors were administered through Braun and Clarke’s six-step model. As per the need, Coding procedure was followed and eventually three key themes were identified: (1) multimodal engagement boosted learner attention, (2) self-paced video content increased confidence, and (3) Suprasegmental features remained cognitively demanding without scaffolding.
Babaniyazova, N. P., Khan, I. A. & Nagmetova, N. (2026). Enhancing English Pronunciation through YouTube Videos in a Blended Learning Environment: An Experimental Mixed-Methods Study. Arab World English Journal, 17(3): 425-451.
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Nargiza P. Babaniyazova is an Associate Professor at the Tashkent Institute of Irrigation and Agricultural Mechanization Engineers, National Research University, with a professional career focused on teacher education. She has progressed from lecturer to professor and has also served as Vice-Rector of a pedagogical institute. Her research interests focus on educational policy and teacher training practices in Uzbekistan. She has authored more than 50 scientific publications, two monographs and textbooks, and holds 18 copyright certificates related to foreign-language teaching methods and software development. She also leads an innovative project developing digital resources for B2-level English learners in Karakalpakstan, including the English B2 e-book published in 2023.
Dr. Intakhab Alam Khan is a Professor of Education at King Abdulaziz University, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. He is also a visiting professor at Samarkand State University named after Sh. Rashidov,Samarkand, Uzbekistan. Prof Khan has already published around 100 articles/papers in peer reviewed international journals/books and dozens of papers in Scopus Indexed journals especially the Arab World English Journal. His articles on the ‘Research-gate’ have been read by more than half a million readers. He is highly cited language researcher on the google scholar. His ORCID ID is: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7058-2200
Nursulu Nagmetova is an Associate Professor at the Department of Primary Education, Nukus State Pedagogical Institute. She holds a PhD in Pedagogical Sciences. Her research focuses on multilingual education, primary education pedagogy, and the development of family-oriented values and culture among students in linguistically diverse learning environments. Her scholarly interests encompass educational practices in multilingual contexts involving Uzbek, Karakalpak, Russian, Kazakh, and Turkmen languages. Dr.Nagmetova’s work aims to enhance the effectiveness of primary education through culturally responsive and linguodidactic approaches to teaching and learning. Her ORCID ID is: 0009-0000-2543-1462