Using Internet for Learning Vocabulary among Second Language Learners in a Suburban School

Abstract

Vocabulary learning is usually dealt with when learners come across new words while doing reading or listening tasks in class. Different techniques have been adopted by second language learners in order to learn vocabulary. This paper investigated whether the technique of using computer as a tool assist the learning of vocabulary among second language learners in a suburban secondary school in Malaysia. The method involved pre-test and post-test for both experimental and control group of second language learners. Findings suggested that the experimental group showed great result in learning vocabulary using computer.