Using Wordwall Quizzes in English Grammar Learning: Exploring Students’ Perceptions And Experiences
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Working on English Grammar exercises written on paper tests or books is often regarded as an activity that is difficult and boring. Students often feel it is a burden that makes them struggle a lot. This study aimed to investigate the students’ perceptions and experiences of using Wordwall quizzes in English Grammar learning. The data used in this study were semi-structured interviews of 6 selected participants and 67 questionnaires containing open-ended questions. The study revealed that the Wordwall platform had successfully helped students improve their motivation and reduce their boredom during the learning process. The results collected from open-ended questionnaires also showed that students perceived Wordwall positively, as it helped them understand grammar more easily, made learning more enjoyable, and increased their motivation to learn English. It concludes that Wordwall is a useful tool to support English language learning, especially in improving student engagement and creating interactive learning experiences that are interactive. Integrating interview and open-ended questionnaire results reinforces the findings and gives a more complete understanding of the usefulness of digital learning tools in the classroom.
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