GAMIFICATION IN ELT

Abstract

Learning a foreign language, including English, can sometimes be really boring process for students as complex grammar structures and learning a new vocabulary are challenging tasks that can demotivate learners. Gamification in language teaching-the application of game elements in language learning environment that makes it more engaging, motivating and more interactive - is one of the practical solutions to alter boring classes and make the learning process more intriguing. It not only makes the language learning process more exhilarating or enjoyable, but also motivates students during the lesson and has several benefits for teachers, too. This article discovers this benefits and challenges of gamification in English language teaching, firstly introducing the term “gamification”, its key elements and providing the examples of applying gamification in classroom.