The use of quizlet to enhance L2 vocabulary acquisition

  1. Iryna Mykytka 1
  1. 1 Universitat d'Alacant
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    Universitat d'Alacant

    Alicante, España

    ROR https://ror.org/05t8bcz72

Revista:
Encuentro: revista de investigación e innovación en la clase de idiomas

ISSN: 1989-0796

Año de publicación: 2023

Número: 31

Páginas: 56-69

Tipo: Artículo

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Resumen

This study aims to improve the teaching-learning process of foreign language through Quizlet –a popular digital tool for language learning. In particular, we explore the following aspects of Quizlet use among Spanish undergraduate students learning English: the effectiveness of vocabulary retention, its impact on students’ motivation and autonomous learning. The results and conclusions obtained through a questionnaire with 30 respondents point to the success of Quizlet which has contributed in a very positive way to the learning of the vocabulary seen in the course, has helped to make the course more enjoyable, fun, and attractive, thus, improving students’ motivation, and has helped students to have a more active and autonomous role in their learning. According to the survey, 90% of participants indicate a desire to use this educational tool in other courses of the degree, and 97% consider that technology-enhanced language learning is the direction that teaching should take.

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