PERCEPTIONS OF ENGLISH EDUCATION STUDENTS TOWARD THE USE OF SONGS IN IMPROVING VOCABULARY SKILLS

This research was conducted to find out about students' perceptions of the use of songs in improving their vocabulary abilities. This research was conducted using qualitative research methods. Data from this research was collected using interview methods and focus group discussions. The research subjects for this thesis are all English language education students at IAIN Sorong. The results of this study show that English education students at the IAIN Sorong campus have varied perceptions but end up with the same answer. They all have a good perception about the use of songs as an effective way to improve vocabulary skills. There are 5 perceptions, including using songs as a relaxed and relaxed way of learning, not studying under pressure, a flexible way of learning, knowing lots of new vocabulary, and it is easier for them to memorize vocabulary by listening rather than reading.