Crystal Jane C. Basa
The Filipino language instruction faces challenges that affect the quality and effectiveness of language learning. The increasing influence of globalization, the dominance of English, the expansion of digital media, and the growing preference for foreign languages have contributed to the declining use of Filipino, raising concerns about its continued promotion and preservation. This descriptive study explored the application of audio-visual conversational videos in teaching Filipino drama and language among students and beyond. There were 27 education students (Filipino majors) who participated in the study. The study instrument was used to measure technology acceptance based on clarity, usefulness, language, style, and format, illustration, presentation, appropriateness, adequacy, and timeliness. In addition, their performance was measured before and after the audio-visual instructional method designed by the teachers. The findings revealed that students had a very high acceptance level towards the application of audio-visual conversational videos in teaching Filipino drama and language. Students’ performance improved by an average of approximately 2.33 points following the implementation. Students believed that conversational videos have significant implications for Filipino language education because it provides an innovative, technology-mediated approach that promotes learner engagement, improves academic performance, and strengthens students’ appreciation of Filipino drama, literature, and culture. Nevertheless, there is a potential for conversational videos to support learner-centered pedagogy, expand access to quality Filipino language instruction, and contribute to the long-term promotion, preservation, and wider dissemination of the Filipino language through meaningful and technology-assisted educational practices.