The Perceptions of the Third Year English Study Program Students of Universitas Riau on Using Netflix with English Subtitle for Vocabulary Mastery

Abstract

Vocabulary plays an important role in learning English, from vocabulary mastery can connect the four language skills such as writing, reading, speaking and listening. Therefore, effective learning media are needed in learning vocabulary mastery, one of which is Netflix. This study aims to determine the perceptions of third-year students of the English Study Program, University of Riau regarding the use of Netflix with English subtitles for vocabulary mastery. Using a quantitative descriptive method, this study used purposive sampling to select 35 students who actively use Netflix as participants. Data were collected through a questionnaire that assessed students' perceptions of Netflix as a medium for learning vocabulary. The findings of this study are that students have a positive perception of the use of Netflix, with an average total score of 72.2. The percentage of students who agreed was 58.1%, while those who strongly agreed reached 23.3%. These results indicate that students view Netflix with English subtitles as an effective source to improve their vocabulary mastery. This study suggests that streaming platforms such as Netflix can play an important role in language learning, especially in vocabulary development among English learners in higher education.