SLIIT International Conference on Advancements in Science and Humanities [SICASH]

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    Enhancing English Language Learning through Teaching Aids
    (School of Education, Faculty of Humanities and Sciences, SLIIT, 2025-10-10) Mahaarachchi, P; Salgado, S; Gamage, V
    Language teaching has often been criticized as theoretical, boring, and uninteresting. To counteract this, teachers employ diverse approaches, including the use of teaching aids—tools that engage students’ auditory and visual senses. This study explores the impact of teaching aids on English language learning in secondary classrooms. It emphasizes the significance of visual aids, assesses their effectiveness, and identifies challenges in their usage. The study uses a mixed-methods approach, including a questionnaire and pre-/post-test comparisons, to demonstrate how beneficial teaching aids are for student motivation, engagement, and the lesson's expected learning outcomes.
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    Animated Films as a Pedagogical Tool for English Vocabulary Acquisition in Second Language Learners
    (School of Education, Faculty of Humanities and Sciences, SLIIT, 2025-10-10) Ekanayake, E.M.K.G.M.T.; Priyanath, H.M.S.
    The study investigates the effectiveness of animated films in enhancing English vocabulary acquisition among ESL learners in Sri Lanka. Research shows how animated films affect vocabulary retention, relevant understanding, and student engagement. The effectiveness of using animated movies as a tool for enhancing English vocabulary among English as a Second Language (ESL) learners has garnered increasing attention in recent years. Thus, this study explores the pedagogical benefits and potential challenges of integrating animated movies into ESL vocabulary learning. Further, the research aims to provide empirical evidence on how animated movies can facilitate vocabulary acquisition, retention, and contextual understanding among ESL learners. A quantitative research approach was used to measure the vocabulary advantage supported by survey responses to measure the pre-tests and post-tests. The study focused on grade 7 students and analyzed subtitle-based learning, learning contingency terminology, mnemonic techniques, and visual effects. The results revealed a significant improvement in terminology performance after the integration of animated films, especially when aligned with the objectives of the course. Conclusions advocate including animated multimedia in ESL education while suggesting positiveimplications for teachers, course designers, and education policy makers.
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    Effectiveness of Spaced Repetition Techniques for Vocabulary Acquisition for English Language Learners in Maritime Industry
    (Faculty of Humanities and Sciences, SLIIT, 2024-12-04) Jayawardena, H. M. C. P.
    This study investigates the effectiveness of spaced repetition (SR) techniques for vocabulary acquisition and retention in adult English as a Second language (ESL) learners within the maritime industry. Twenty students conveniently sampled from a maritime English course participated. The research employed a mixed method approach with pre-test, posttest, and delayed post-test designs to assess vocabulary knowledge in both an Anki spaced repetition group and a rote memorization group. The classroom environment was observed to be friendly, supportive, and facilitated learning in the students’ first language. This likely contributed to a positive learning experience for both groups. Pre-test results confirmed the students in both groups were beginners (A1 level) in maritime English. Post-test results revealed that the rote memorization group achieved high scores in recalling exact definitions, demonstrating effectiveness for immediate recall. However, the Anki group displayed a deeper understanding of vocabulary concepts beyond simply memorizing definitions. A one-month delayed posttest highlighted the significant advantage of SR for long-term retention. The Anki group performed exceptionally well, while the rote memorization group struggled with vocabulary activities. This suggests that spaced practice facilitated the transition of learned vocabulary from short-term to longterm memory. These findings support the potential benefits of SR (Anki1) for fostering deeper vocabulary 1 Anki is a free and open-source flashcard program. It understanding and long-term retention compared to rote memorization techniques in adult ELLs learning maritime English. While the small sample size and convenient sampling method limit generalizability, this research provides valuable insights for future studies exploring SR effectiveness across various learning contexts and proficiency levels in the maritime industry.