The impact of captioned videos on students’ vocabulary retention

Abstract

This study investigates the impact of captioned video on students’ vocabulary retention. The method used in this research is quasi experiment. The sample of this research is the eighth-grade students of SMP La Tahzan Rangkasbitung which consists of 26 students. The obtained data is analysed using SPSS version 27. The result of this research showed that captioned video is effective to be used for vocabulary learning. It is seen from the result of t-test. The t count is -7.036 and t-table is -1.771 In addition, the mean of pre-test is31.54 and the mean of post-test is 31.54. Based on the findings, it is suggested that English teachers should utilize captioned video since it supports students in strengthening their vocabulary through both hearing and seeing language. For the students, it is suggested that they have to watch film without subtitle and with subtitle.