Obstacles in using mass media for self-studying English listening comprehension for non-major second-year Vietnamese university students

In the current technological age, mass media have become essential tools that support educational efforts both within and outside traditional classroom environments.Teachers worldwide are integrating technology into their teaching listening comprehension to deliver lesson content effectively.However, nonnative English learners seeking to enhance their self-study skills outside the classroom often experience a deficiency in exposure to mass media.This study was conducted to investigate the role of mass media in enhancing self-study of English listening comprehension and suggest ways to improve listening comprehension.The research utilizes quantitative methods to analyze the results, focusing on promoting collaboration and fostering learners' autonomy through the utilization of mass media as language learning tools.The findings will examine the obstacles of using mass media for self-studying English listening comprehension as supportive tools for non-native English learners outside the classroom context.Furthermore, the authors propose some recommendations for using the media in improving listening comprehension.