Background and Aim: With the growing demand for learning Chinese as a second language globally, innovative teaching methods have gained attention for enhancing language acquisition. Learning-oriented short videos have emerged as a promising tool due to their flexibility and engagement potential. This study aims to investigate the effectiveness of using learning-oriented short videos to improve international students' Chinese language skills, specifically focusing on listening, speaking, and comprehensive abilities.
Materials and Methods: Adopting a quasi-experimental design, this study involved pre-test and post-test assessments to evaluate the impact of short videos on language learning. A total of 60 international students, who were beginners in Chinese, were divided into two groups: the experimental group, which used learning-oriented short videos as a supplementary learning tool, and the control group, which relied on traditional teaching methods. The participants' listening, speaking, and comprehensive Chinese skills were assessed using standardized tests administered before and after an eight-week intervention period.
Results: The results demonstrated significant improvements in the listening, speaking, and comprehensive abilities of students in the experimental group compared to the control group. Statistical analyses revealed that the use of learning-oriented short videos significantly enhanced students' listening and speaking scores (p < 0.05), with a notable improvement in overall language proficiency.
Conclusion: This study underscores the potential of learning-oriented short videos as an effective supplementary tool in teaching Chinese to international students. The findings suggest that integrating short videos into language teaching can significantly improve listening, speaking, and comprehensive language skills. Future research should explore the long-term effects of this method and its applicability to other aspects of language learning.