Exploring the Potential Influence of English Entertainment Consumption on University Students Major Selection in Morocco
Fatima, Azzahra Amrani,
Professor Abdelghanie, Ennam
(pp:1-17)
Volume 7, Issue 2
Abstract: This paper explores whether there is a relationship between English entertainment consumption and majoring in English studies; additionally, it explores the nature of entertainment preferences among English studies University students in Morocco and the amount of time they dedicate to such consumption. The research involved a survey of 106 English Studies students, including those pursuing Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Ph.D. degrees across various institutions in Morocco. 48 of the participants were male, and 58 were female. The study yielded the following findings through a combination of descriptive analysis, cross tabulation techniques, and multiple response graphs: 1. many respondents cited exposure to English content as a significant factor influencing their decision to major in English Studies. 2. Most respondents indicated their use of the English language to access English-language entertainment content. 3. The study revealed heavy consumption of English entertainment content, with preferences varying based on gender. Male participants favored genres like Comedy, Action/Adventure, and Documentary, while female participants favored Drama/Documentary, Talk shows/musicals, Action/Adventure, and other entertainment programs. 4. Most respondents preferred searching the Internet when making important decisions. 5. Most participants have access to WiFi and smartphones, enabling easy access to both online content and decision-making sources. In conclusion, the study sheds light on the relationship between English-language entertainment content and Moroccan university students’ academic and life decisions, and therefore, the potential influence of English-language entertainment content on Moroccan university students’ academic and life decisions.
Keywords:Entertainment, English Studies Students, University Students in Morocco, Major Selection, Students’ Decision-making.
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International Jordanian Journal Aryam for Humanities and Social Sciences is an IJJA publishing journal committed to providing a platform for outstanding scientists and researchers to present their findings for the advancement of Humanities and Social Sciences. It is issued by the Jordanian Center for Research and Studies.
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