Suggestopedia method to develop listening comprehension skills for first semester from national and foreign languages major at Universidad Estatal Panínsula de Santa Elena

Abstract

The objective of this research work was to describe strategies based on the Suggestopedia method, which focus on creating a motivating environment during the learning process, in order to improve the development of the listening skills of 40 first semester students from National and Foreign Languages major at Universidad Estatal Peninsula de Santa Elena. For the development of this research the quantitative method was used, in which surveys directed to the English teacher and students was carried out, which allowed to obtain specific information about what the students think about the use of strategies that contribute to the development of the listening skill. After obtaining the results of the analysis of the surveys, it was discovered that the students need activities that increase their motivation in the listening skill activities. Therefore, this paper proposes a didactic guide based on the strategies of the suggestopedia method to improve listening comprehension skills.