CREATING INTERACTIVE LESSONS WITH GAME ELEMENTS TO ENHANCE STUDENTS' MOTIVATION IN LEARNING A FOREIGN LANGUAGE
Keywords:
Gamification, Interactive lessons, Student motivation, Foreign language learning, Educational engagement, Game-based learning, Curriculum design.Abstract
This article investigates the impact of integrating game elements into foreign language lessons to enhance students' motivation, engagement, and overall language acquisition outcomes. Gamification has gained traction as an educational tool for making learning more engaging and effective by tapping into students’ innate desire for play, achievement, and competition. By incorporating elements such as rewards, levels, leaderboards, and story-driven scenarios, teachers can create a vibrant and dynamic classroom experience. This study explores practical methods for implementing game-based learning in language education, analyzes its benefits and challenges, and concludes with strategies for sustainable gamification in curriculum design.
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