EFFECTIVENESS OF GAMIFICATION STRATEGIES IN EFL READING CLASSES
Keywords:
Gamification, games, language learning, EFL students, reading comprehension, vocabulary acquisition, student motivation.Abstract
Gamification is one of the innovative teaching approaches implemented in English classrooms nowadays. This trend has particularly integrated in ESL and EFL classrooms, where educators are constantly seeking alternative approaches to enhance language acquisition and reading comprehension. This article examines the effectiveness of gamification strategies in reading classes and explores how they contribute to student engagement, motivation, and reading comprehension. The findings of this research provide recommendations for teachers with valuable insights for designing and implementing gamified reading comprehension activities that maximize learning outcomes. By incorporating elements of competition, rewards, and progression, gamified learning motivates students to actively participate in reading exercises, leading to improved comprehension and vocabulary acquisition.
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