THE ROLE OF MULTIMEDIA IN TEACHING AND LEARNING ENGLISH LANGUAGE EXPLORING IT'S EFFECTIVENESS AND IMPACT

ABSTRACT This study examines the role of multimedia in teaching and learning English language in secondary schools within Tarauni L.G.A., Kano State. The research explores the effectiveness and impact of multimedia tools in enhancing language acquisition, student engagement, and comprehension. A survey research design was employed, utilizing a structured questionnaire distributed among teachers across three selected secondary schools. The study investigates key factors such as teachers' proficiency in multimedia usage, availability of digital resources, student interaction with multimedia tools, and administrative support for technology integration in classrooms. Data analysis reveals that multimedia significantly enhances students’ listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills while fostering deeper engagement and motivation in the learning process. However, findings highlight challenges such as inadequate teacher training, lack of technological infrastructure, and limited access to multimedia tools, which hinder both students and teachers from maximizing the potential of digital learning resources. The study underscores the need for strategic interventions, including continuous teacher professional development, improved funding for digital resources, and policy reforms to support technology integration in English language education. The findings contribute to the growing body of research on multimedia-assisted language learning and provide recommendations for enhancing digital pedagogy to benefit both teachers and students in secondary schools.