Vocabulary acquisition is a very crucial aspect of language learning. It enhances student engagement and promotes an innovative learning environment. Traditional rote memorization of words has been replaced by gamified activities using various online platforms. Incorporating games into the classroom results in having positive effects on language learning, simultaneously increasing students' interest. As a result, many educational institutions are now integrating online games into their curricula. The research paper aims to explore the impact of using online games on primary school students’ vocabulary acquisition. Specifically, it examines how primary school teachers in Georgia utilize online games in their English classrooms to enhance students' vocabulary skills development.Furthermore, the study identifies the challenges that teachers encounter in the process. The study took a quantitative research approach, an online questionnaire was distributed to 30 English language teachers in primary schools in Georgia. The findings of the study revealed that the gamified activities contributed positively to primary school students’ vocabulary acquisition process. Moreover, gamification promoted students’ engagement and interest in vocabulary learning. The study also highlighted several challenges faced by the participants, such as technical issues and limited access to electronic devices. Based on the findings, the study offers recommendations for the successful integration of online games into language classroom curricula.

Authors:
Gwanza Basilashvili, University of Ausgburg, Germany

About the Presenter(s)
Ms. Gwanza Basilashvili is currently an MA student at University of Augsburg, Germany. Her field of specialization is English and American studies. She aims to teach English language and literature at university.

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