ENHANCING PRESENTATION PROFICIENCY THROUGH VIDEO MODELING: FRESHMEN STUDENTS’ PERCEPTIONS IN ENGLISH PROFESSIONAL CLASS

Abstract

Public speaking and presentation skills are essential for academic and professional success, yet many freshmen students struggle with delivering effective presentations. This study investigates freshmen students’ perceptions on how video modeling as a pedagogical approach can improve presentation proficiency among first-year university students. Video modeling involves observing and learning from exemplary models presented through video demonstrations. The research employed a descriptive qualitative method by using a survey through Google Form to collect the data. There were twenty-five students enrolled in English for Professional Class, randomly assigned as participants of this study to watch a video modeling presentation and received instructions to analyze videos of expert presenters, focusing on various aspects such as body language, vocal delivery, and content organization. Qualitative data from questionnaires highlighted the freshmen students’ views on how video modeling enhance students' understanding and confidence by providing concrete examples for skill development in doing presentation in a public. The findings suggest that incorporating video modeling can effectively enhance freshmen's presentation skills and self-efficacy. Also, the study contributes to the growing body of research on teaching media learning approaches and offers practical implications for English lecturers seeking innovative methods to support student success in public speaking skills.