The impact of online gaming on english vocabulary mastery
A study of mechanical engineering students
Keywords:
Mobile gaming, English vocabulary mastery, Language learning, Gamification, Educational technologyAbstract
This study investigates the relationship between online gaming and English vocabulary mastery among Mechanical Engineering students. Through semi-structured interviews and a vocabulary test, the study reveals that students who play online games, such as Mobile Legends, demonstrate improved English vocabulary mastery compared to those who do not. The findings suggest that online games can provide students with a unique opportunity to engage with English vocabulary in a real-world context, leading to improved language skills. The study challenges prevailing negative perceptions of online games and highlights the importance of considering the students' perspective in language learning. The results have implications for language instruction and learning, suggesting that online games can be a valuable resource for language learners and a useful tool for improving vocabulary mastery. The study's findings contribute to a more nuanced understanding of the role of online games in language acquisition and have implications for the development of language learning materials and resources.
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