Using YouTube to enhance English international communication abilities in China: multimodal learning strategies

This conceptual paper proposes a framework to address the gap between exam-oriented English education and the real-world communication needs of Chinese university students. It synthesizes existing research to introduce and theoretically justify two intervention strategiesListeningReadingRepetitionMemorization and YouTube-Based Structured Learning with Shadowingproposed to support the development of listening comprehension and oral fluency. Grounded in relevant research, these methods are tailored to different proficiency levels and rely on freely available online resources to ensure accessibility for all learners. This approach not only has the potential to supports pedagogical improvement but also may promote educational equity and communication-focused reform in Chinas EFL context.