ERIC Number: EJ1344061
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2022
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Tertiary Student Experiences with Digital Language Games for Enhancing the English Language
Teh, Ee Wen; Krishnapillai, Gengeswari; Chan, Ling Meng
International Journal of Game-Based Learning, v12 n1 Article 26 2022
Recently, digital games are used as a form of new media with massive potential for learning the English Language. To understand the typology of user experiences with digital games, the Presence-Involvement-Flow Framework (PIFF) was utilized. A series of semi-structured interviews were conducted with ten tertiary students in Northern Malaysia. Participants were asked to download and familiarize five digital language games (Duolingo, Memrise, Word Connect, Word Domination and Word Tower Puzzles) before the interviews. Thematic analysis technique was used to analyze the responses. The study's thematic network comprises four global themes (Game Structure, Feelings, Skills Gained and Prerequisites) and seven organizing themes (Instruction, Game Design, Positive Emotional Outcome, Negative Emotional Outcome, Soft Skills, Technical Skills and Skills Required). The result is expected to be a good guideline or research framework for practitioners and researchers in exploring further the concept of user experience with English language digital games.
Descriptors: Computer Games, Educational Games, Second Language Instruction, Second Language Learning, Student Experience, Postsecondary Education, Foreign Countries, College Students, Student Attitudes, Design, Prerequisites, Soft Skills, Use Studies
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Education Level: Postsecondary Education; Higher Education
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Language: English
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