INTEGRATING PEDAGOGICAL METHODS FOR LISTENING COMPREHENSION IN ENGLISH LEARNING

Listening comprehension is an essential skill for second language acquisition, but it remains one of the most difficult aspects of language learning. This study investigates pedagogical methods in English language teaching (ELT) for improving listening skills. It investigates bottom-up and top-down approaches, interactive listening tasks, and technology integration. It also highlights the challenges that students and teachers face while proposing solutions for improved instruction. This paper, by synthesizing current research, provides insights for educators, curriculum designers, and policymakers to improve listening comprehension instruction.