ELLs: English Listening Comprehension Development Through Digital Literacy Practices Dr. Mend Yogeswari Assistant Professor, Department of English, RGUKT, IIIT, Srikakulam, S.M. Puram, A.P, 532 402, yogimphd@gmail.com Online published on 5 August, 2019. Abstract With the rapidly increasing popularity of the digital technology, the incorporation of this medium into the English language instruction process becomes necessary. As English has become a global language, and proficiency in English communication skills is considered highly essential for a person's personal and professional growth. In the globalized context, the individual needs a specific set of language skills for their success throughout. In this paper, rise of digital technology in modern world and the changing landscape of English language education were explained. Important issues concerning listening, listening comprehension and digital literacy were reviewed. It tries to focus on the role of using digital technology in developing major parts of listening ability. The utilization of digital literacy practices in English language classroom to be critically examined at the outset. Recommendations for the successful integration of digital technology also mentioned. The present paper aims to highlight the need and importance of integrating digital literacy practices for enhancing English Listening Comprehension in English Language Learners (ELLs). Top Keywords Listening, Listening Comprehension, Communication skills, Digital Literacy Practices, English Language Learners, English language instruction. Top |