Abstract

This research aims to explore how reading English short stories contributes to the development of skills among EFL students in Mogadishu. Specifically, it seeks to understand how such reading enhances vocabulary acquisition, comprehension, pronunciation, and grammatical knowledge. Employing a quantitative research design with a descriptive method, the study utilized a questionnaire as its primary tool. It involved 100 English lecturers from five universities in Mogadishu, Somalia, with 80 selected as participants. The key findings suggest a significant correlation between reading English short stories and the development of language skills among EFL students. Additionally, the study highlights the effectiveness of this practice in enhancing vocabulary, comprehension, pronunciation, and grammatical understanding. The research holds potential for English lecturers aiming to enhance the skills of EFL students at the university level. It is anticipated to inspire students to engage in more reading of short stories, fostering their creativity and critical thinking. Furthermore, English lecturers encountering challenges in teaching EFL skills stand to benefit from the insights provided by this study.

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