USING GAMES AND ACTIVITIES IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEACHING
Keywords:
English language teaching, games, activities, student motivation, classroom participation, vocabulary, speaking skills, interactive learning, communication, teaching strategies.Abstract
This study investigates the role of games and activities in improving students’ motivation, classroom participation, and language development in English language teaching. The research focuses on how interactive methods influence vocabulary learning, grammar accuracy, and speaking skills. A mixed-method approach was applied, including classroom observations, structured activities, and student feedback. The participants were second-year university students who took part in game-based lessons over a four-week period. The findings indicate that carefully selected games increase learner engagement, reduce anxiety, and support better memory retention. Students became more confident in using English and showed noticeable improvement in communicative performance. The study concludes that games and activities are effective tools for making lessons more learner-centered and dynamic. Teachers are encouraged to integrate games into regular instruction while maintaining a balance between enjoyment and educational objectives.
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