Vietnamese College Students’ Perception Towards Using TikTok for Independent English Speaking Practice

With the rise of digital platforms, TikTok has emerged as a popular social media platform with potential applications in English language learning. Among its features, TikTok Duet, allows users to create split-screen videos with others, presenting unique opportunities for practicing speaking skills. This study explores non-majors' perceptions of using TikTok Duet to independently improve their English speaking skills. Participants were students at an elementary English level at a private college in Vietnam, including 9 interviewees and 40 students completing questionnaires. The study indicated that most students felt TikTok Duet enhances their English speaking, pronunciation, and confidence, and even grammar and vocabulary. However, some students expressed reluctance to use TikTok Duet due to privacy concerns, limited response time and technical issues. The study suggests implementing technical support, offering privacy protection measures, and providing external incentives for students to engage with this practice.