EXPLORING NON-ENGLISH MAJORED SOPHOMORES’ DIFFICULTIES IN LISTENING COMPREHENSION AT TRA VINH UNIVERSITY, VIETNAM

Abstract

Listening is a crucial communication skill that helps learners communicate effectively in various contexts. Learners often encounter listening barriers, which can result in misunderstandings and even disrupt their conversations. This study aims to understand the difficulties in listening comprehension faced by 45 non-English majored sophomores at Tra Vinh University in the second semester of the 2024 academic year. An investigation using a questionnaire that focused on the challenges faced by learners is conducted while listening. The results of the study show that learners encounter various challenges when learning listening skills, including background knowledge, vocabulary, text length, speed, and different accents. The study provides valuable insights into the difficulties experienced by the learners and offers some effective strategies to overcome them. Lastly, some recommendations were suggested based on the
findings.