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The aim of this article is to examine the emergence and establishment of the ball game ‘brännboll’ (lit. burnball) in Sweden. In doing so, it contributes to the knowledge of how sports have spread historically and how they have changed when established in new places. First of all, the existence of the concept of brännboll throughout history is examined. Although it can be traced back to the 17th century, the game we now commonly call brännboll is a modified form of the English game of rounders that was introduced to Sweden at the end of the 19th century. Unlike the closely related game of baseball, brännboll never developed into a modern sport with standardised rules, organisations and bureaucracy. This is seen in the study as a consequence of the fact that brännboll gained a foothold in the ‘play movement’ rather than in the modern sports movement, and that physical education was considered more important in brännboll than performance and results. As a result of this process of pedagogisation, the game developed into a simplified, stripped-down and more static game compared to its English predecessor.

The Influence of Online Games on Unintentional English Vocabulary Mastery

In the current digital era, online games have become a popular trend among society. The primary function of online games is to be entertaining. Moreover, online games can be an indirect medium for increasing vocabulary because most of online games in circulation use English in the initial game settings. When playing games, there are exciting and varied missions in each game, which can trigger and motivate players to play it. Those who initially do not know the language terms of online games will eventually understand because of the support of playing and completing missions from the game itself. In this research, the researchers tried to prove this case because many people on social media say they are good at speaking English because of the intensity with which they play games. This research used a qualitative descriptive method using 14 questionnaire instruments. The design of this questionnaire was shared online with participants. The object is a 6th-semester student majoring in English Education at Universitas Tidar, Magelang. The finding was almost all participants thought that playing online games helped improve their vocabulary in English. Most participants agreed that online games are a suitable medium for improving their vocabulary, indicating that they help them learn new words in English. Thus, the impact of online games can help educators and policymakers develop more creative and successful teaching methods for language learning.

Fun English Games for ESP Students (Best Practices)

Games are always heard to be fun, exciting, and adventurous to students. Everyone likes playing games, including fun English games for the students of the Nursing Department at Poltekkes Kemenkes Malang. This study explored the best practices of fun English games as an innovative pedagogical approach to enhance vocabulary acquisition among nursing students in higher education. The significance of this study lies in addressing the evolving landscape of nursing education and the need for dynamic teaching strategies aligned with the preferences of the digital-native generation, as emphasized by Prensky. The rationale for incorporating fun English games is grounded in principles of experiential learning and gamification, aligning with the ideas of scholars that playing games while learning English was very effective and efficient in improving vocabulary. This study reported that using games to learn English vocabulary is very useful and meaningful to the students. They showed a positive attitude towards the use of games in the classroom. Anticipated positive outcomes hold implications for nursing educators, curriculum developers, and policymakers, offering evidence-based recommendations to bridge the gap between theoretical insights and practical applications in nursing education.

Exploring the Impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI-based) English Games in Enhancing English Communication Skills among Indonesian L2 Generation Z

The role of artificial intelligence (AI-based) English games in enhancing English communication skills among Indonesian Generation Z (Gen-Z) for whom English is a second language (L2), is the main focus of this study. Questionnaires to collect data consisted of both open and closed-ended questions. Seventy-eight Indonesian Gen- Z from different parts of Indonesia participated, and provides a strong representation of the country. This study is aimed to address a gap in the present literature by directly engaging with game players and examining their perspectives and experiences with actual games that they play for enjoyment rather than games designed for educational purposes. The study’s findings show that English AI-based games significantly help respondents develop their vocabulary, improve comprehension, and acquire confidence in English speaking. The findings also indicate that English AI-based game learning is favoured over traditional methods. The respondents noted gaming's immersive and interactive aspect as beneficial to language acquisition and skill development. These findings emphasise the transformative potential of English AI-based games in language learning and advocate for their integration into educational frameworks to better fulfil the needs of L2 learners, particularly Gen-Z.

PENGUATAN MINAT BELAJAR BAHASA INGGRIS MELALUI KEGIATAN ENGLISH CAMP

As an effort to promote students' interest in improving speaking and communicating skills in English, it is necessary to implement a community service program that can help them get started. This time the service held an English Camp activity at SMA Negeri 13 with the workshop method of providing material, Discussion Group Assistance and English Games for two consecutive days. This service activity begins by dividing the participants into small groups accompanied by student instructors. The results of this service received a positive response from the participants, this response showed students' interest in improving their skills in English, especially intensive English learning activities involving games which increased the participants' vocabulary mastery.

Digital technologies on learning the english language: a study with brazilian students

Children have access to different technologies in their daily lives. Thought them they can access a vast variety of information, which sometimes is presented in a foreign language. The objective of this study is to analyse whether the frequency of use and the activities done by children in digital technologies can be associated with their performance in writing, reading, and listening in English. Therefore, this study has as a guiding question: How much interaction with digital technologies in everyday life can contribute to English language learning? This research an ex post facto descriptive study with a qualitative and quantitative approach. Participed in the study 59 speaking elementary age student. Data was collected through questionnaires with the student’s families, a proficiency activity based on the Cambridge Young Learners Pre A1 Starters test, and an individualized interview with the participants. Initially, we characterize the group of participating children and their use of technological devices. Among the results, it is highlighted that all participating children have access to a smartphone and identified a relationship between the time of use of smartphones and music devices with the acquisition of the English language. From the correlations, it was observed that both digital games in English, watching videos with subtitles and listening to music in English presented positive associations with foreign language learning. Thereby, it was observed that the frequency of use of some technologies and the amount of time children spend in specific activities can be associated with the child’s ability to read, write, and comprehend content in English.

Assistance in Learning Activities Using Games and Songs Media to Increase Learning Motivation and English Vocabulary of Class 3 Students of SDN 3 Bebalang in 2023

English has become a globally dominant language that is widely used in various sectors of life. Its significance in international communication and its widespread use in various fields can emphasize the importance of acquiring English language skills for personal and professional growth. This study aims to investigate efforts to improve motivation in learning English through songs and games on the topics of days of the week and parts of the body. This research adopts the Peer Assisted Learning Strategies (PALS) methodology, which involves (1) identifying the teacher's problems, (2) conducting a needs analysis to address the identified issues, (3) designing coaching and mentoring programs, (4) implementation, (5) monitoring and observing the activities, and (6) reporting and follow-up. The subjects of this study are 15 third-grade students from SDN 3 Bebalang. The focus of this research is on motivation and English vocabulary. The results of this study indicate an improvement in English vocabulary and student motivation, students are more actively engaged in the learning process and show enthusiasm for learning English. With the positive impact shown by this research, it can be concluded that the implementation of the mentoring method using English games and songs has succeeded in achieving the stated goals, namely increasing students' learning motivation and mastery of their English vocabulary.

English Game Website-Based Development for Fifth Grade Elementary School Students in First Semester

Human life has entered the era of the Industrial Revolution 4.0, where technology plays an important role in human life. Likewise, teaching and learning activities are currently being collaborated with technology. However, in practice, many schools still tend to use conventional methods in teaching. Conventional methods This makes students tend to feel bored in participating in learning. Many learning methods have been developed which are considered effective in increasing student enthusiasm for learning. One of the effective, interactive, innovative, and attractive methods for students that can be used is the gamification method. This study aims to develop learning media in digital games for elementary school students learning English. The Design and Development (D&D) methodology and the ADDIE development model were used in this study. The subjects in this study were five fifth-grade elementary school students. Data collection methods in research are observation, interviews, and questionnaires. Furthermore, data analysis was carried out using descriptive qualitative and quantitative descriptive methods. The data obtained are (1) the results of the design and development of learning media using the ADDIE model (analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation). (2) results of product effectiveness and validity data from expert judgment, teachers, and users (students). Based on the results of expert judges, website game-based learning English media products are considered very valid as English learning media. Likewise, the English teacher and five fifth-grade students considered games very effective as learning media to increase learning motivation.

Implementing English Learning Development Using Games in Class X SMAN 20 BATAM: Learning Station

Games are the trademark and unmistakable of the Indonesian country and can possibly be utilized in learning in schools. This study could help those associated with language instruction, particularly instructors and understudies. Educational games could be used by teachers to motivate students to study in a fun and competitive environment. 45 Phase E, or class 10, students participate in this study by playing English games. The instrument utilized in this review utilized Classroom Action Research (CAR) techniques. The information assortment instrument utilized a pretest - posttest which was made in learning station determined to make understudies more keen on its different highlights. This review means to decide the execution of learning station game in further developing tenth grade understudies' English language capability (Phase E-Amazing). This study examines 45 students in the class. On both the pre- and post-tests, the improvement received an average score of 2.28 percent. It was a remarkable accomplishment, especially when you consider the 2.79 percent increase in pronouncing. Reach the determination that the procedure meets the goals in view of the game that was utilized when it was carried out. The game also increased students' motivation because of their participation in the class. It was featured in both the Pre-Test and Post-Test sections.

Go Fish English Game: Enhancing Special Needs Pupils with Hearing Disabilities Vocabulary

Go Fish English Game: Enhancing Special Needs Pupils with Hearing Disabilities Vocabulary

Second Language Maintenance Amongst Sojourner Saudi Families After Returning to Their Home Country

This study explores the language planning efforts for English language maintenance employed by sojourning Saudi families after returning to their home country. The study concludes that the importance of English in the development of different sectors in Saudi Arabia and the advantages of bilingualism in economic, health, and cognitive aspects for children played a significant role in the families’ language planning decisions. The study showed that the mothers maintained and developed their children’s English through following planned language strategies. A focus group discussion and semi-structured interviews illustrated that the mothers used four main strategies, which are speaking English exclusively at home, watching English television shows, maintaining relationships with English native speakers, and playing online educational games in English. The findings of this research study contribute to achieving understanding of sojourner families’ L2 maintenance efforts after returning to their home countries when those are monolingual countries such as Saudi Arabia.The study close with recommendations for future research to further develop this field of research.

“Basic English”: An Android-Based Teaching Media for Students Grade 7th Built-in Construct 3

The use of technology and information in Indonesia is widely spread. Various groups have been reached with gadgets that are pretty sophisticated and can be used for multiple purposes, not only for sending messages or news, listening to music, watching videos or films, and playing online games but can also be used as learning media, especially after the COVID-19 outbreak hit Indonesia. For about two years, educational facilities in Indonesia have been running online. Unfortunately, the use of technology in education is still not optimal. This research aims to help teachers and students optimize technology use in supporting learning and teaching activities. Using Construct 3, an application to learn English for grade 7 students of SMP/MTs was successfully created. The Basic English game contains a summary of material and practice questions that can be accessed and operated using Android on students' cell phones anywhere and anytime.

Application and Practical Countermeasures of English Game Teaching Method in Primary School Under “the New Curriculum Standard”

Application and Practical Countermeasures of English Game Teaching Method in Primary School Under “the New Curriculum Standard”

Using Scrabble to Improve the English Vocabulary Mastery of Non-English Undergraduate Students.

Abstract
 The problem of mastering English vocabulary is not only a problem for non-English undergraduate students but also non-English undergraduate teachers. There are many ways to improve English vocabulary mastery, including English games. The English game used in this research is scrabble. Scrabble is a medium or tool that is expected to improve students' English vocabulary skills. This study employed the PTK (Classroom Action Research) model which was conducted at STAB Nalanda, Jakarta. The samples used were 27 students of the second semester at STAB Nalanda, and the Classroom Action Research model used followed the Stringer model, namely Look, Think, Act which was carried out in two cycles. The research instruments used in this study were interviews, observations, documentation studies, questionnaires, and test questions. This study shows that the use of scrabble has a positive effect on increasing students' English vocabulary with an initial MEAN of 30 increasing rapidly to a final MEAN of 85.36. In addition, other statistical elements, namely the initial MEDIAN of 35, increased sharply to the final MEDIAN of 87, and the initial MODE of 40, increased sharply to the final MODE of 100. The results of this study show that scrabble can be a superior reference for English teachers as a medium for teaching vocabulary. English in class.
 Keywords: scrabble, vocabulary mastery, English

Localization of Translation Strategies of Game Websites from the Perspective of Eco-Translation Studies

With the rapid evolution of the Internet, the electronic sports culture industry has flourished. An increasing number of foreign online games have been introduced, yet there remains a dearth of research on effective translation strategies for localizing English game websites. The localization and translation of game websites encompass a multitude of elements, including game backgrounds, character skill dialogues, and cultural adaptation. Eco-translation studies offer translators a well-coordinated process of selection and adaptation, empowering them to present a superior localized version from multiple perspectives. Using the American online game “League of Legends” as a case in point, this study delves into how translators can employ eco-translation principles to attain effective communication and align with the intended audience by considering the translation ecosystem. The objective is to identify localization and translation strategies for game websites that elevate players’ gaming experience.

Improving the English Skills of Elementary School Students in Tourism Areas

English is an international language used by the global community from various countries to communicate with each other by default. However, not all people living in tourism areas, including schoolchildren, have fluent English skills. Even though school children are the next generation, who will later develop tourism potential in the area, this service provides English language training to elementary school students in potential tourism areas in Belitung Regency. The community service method is in the form of pronunciation training and short conversations in English, delivered in English games and songs. As a result, children become more proficient in vocabulary and communicating briefly in English. The results of this study indicate that children can quickly master foreign languages if their learning is in the form of fun games or songs. So that English skills can begin to be applied to children and later will make it easier for them to communicate with foreign tourists who stop at these tourist sites.

The Role of Serious Games in Effective Aviation English

Effective communication is of paramount importance in the aviation industry during the dialogic exchanges between partners, as miscommunication can lead to severe consequences for both safety and efficiency. As English has become the global language for aviation communication, aviation English courses have gained a significant prominence in recent years. This article explores the potential of serious games and introduces sample games designed to achieve specific learning outcomes, as a valuable tool for enhancing language learning and proficiency in aviation English courses. The paper aims to provide educators and course designers with valuable insights and guidance on how to effectively integrate serious games into their curriculum, ultimately contributing to enhanced communication skills and improved overall performance in the aviation industry

Students’ Difficulties in Speaking Skill at the Seventh Grade of MTs Negeri 2 Hulu Sungai Utara

This research aims to find out students’ difficulties in speaking English skill with the factors that caused the difficulties as well as the strategies to overcome them in the seventh grade of MTs N 2 Hulu Sungai Utara, South Kalimantan. The descriptive qualitative method was employed to gather data focused on 10 students with the lowest grade in class A. In collecting data, the researchers used field-note observation, interviews, and questionnaires. The data collected were analyzed by reducing the data, presenting the data, and taking the conclusion after verifying the data. The results show that every student has different difficulties in speaking. The difficulties in speaking that the researchers found during the research include: 1) psychological problems: fear to make a mistake, shyness, lack of vocabulary, lack of motivation, and lack of pronunciation; 2) language problems: mother tongue use and saying nothing. Then, students have three factors that cause difficulties in speaking English skills, which are psychology factor, non-social factor, and social factors. Furthermore, the strategies used by students to solve their difficulties in speaking skills include following an English course, using an online dictionary and watching English videos on YouTube and English games without Indonesian subtitles. In addition, the teacher suggests using a variety of learning methods in class.

Design and application of VR-based college English game teaching

With the deepening of international exchanges, colleges and universities have higher and higher requirements for the quality of English teaching. In order to improve the quality of English teaching in colleges and universities, the research proposes to design and construct an English game education and teaching system based on virtual reality technology. First, the modern VR technology is used to build the initial English game teaching system, and then the HMM-DNN algorithm is introduced to improve the virtual system. In the process, the CMUShinx speech recognition platform is used to build a robot control command speech recognition system, in order to obtain a good voice acoustic model and achieve correct speech recognition in the virtual environment. Finally, the performance analysis of the built system is carried out to verify the feasibility of the system model. The results show that the step response coefficient of the model built by the research institute can be kept within 1 M for a long time; When the speech type is White and Cafe1, the correct recognition rate of the constructed model for English speech is as high as 98 % and 95 %, and is always higher than other algorithms; In the comparison of the accuracy of students' oral speech recognition scores by different models, the lowest error of the research model is 2.23 %, which is significantly smaller than the other models. The above results indicate that the overall teaching effect of the system built by the research institute is stable, and it has high feasibility for college students' English teaching, which helps to further improve students' interest and ability in English learning, and is of great significance for college English talent training.

Sega (Speaking English Games) Media for Mentally Disable Student of Junior High School At SLB MUHAMMADIYAH JOMBANG

ABSTRACT The aim of this research is to design learning media named SEGA (Speaking English Games) to help mentally disable students of 7thgrade Junior High School at SLB Muhammadiyah Jombang. This research focuses on student’s vocabulary mastery by using games as learning media. The research method used is Research and Development (R&D). This development used ADDIE model which consist of: Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation. The research result was got through the process of need analysis, material validation, media validation, and students’ responses. To collect the data, researcher used observation, interviews, and questionnaire. The result average material validation got 92% and it was in “Very Good” category, while the result average media validation got 92,5% and it was in “Very Good” category. Subject of this research was mentally disable students in 7thgrade Junior High School at SLB Muhammadiyah Jombang. The students’ responses of tried out result got 95% was in “Very Good” category. Based on those result, it can be concluded that SEGA (Speaking Eglish Games) learning media is feasible or deserved to be used as learning media to improve students’ vocabulary mastery. KEYWORDS: Learning media, SEGA, mentally disable student, Junior high ABSTRAK Tujuan penelitian ini adalah merancang media pembelajaran SEGA (Speaking English Games) untuk membantu siswa tuna grahita kelas 7 SMP di SLB Muhammadiyah Jombang. Penelitian ini berfokus pada penguasaan kosakata siswa dengan menggunakan permainan sebagai media pembelajaran. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah Research and Development (R&D). Pengembangan ini menggunakan model ADDIE yang terdiri dari: Analisis, Desain, Pengembangan, Implementasi, dan Evaluasi. Hasil penelitian diperoleh melalui proses analisis kebutuhan, validasi materi, validasi media, dan respon siswa. Untuk mengumpulkan data, peneliti menggunakan observasi, wawancara, dan angket. Rata-rata hasil validasi materi memperoleh nilai sebesar 92% dan masuk dalam kategori “Sangat Baik”, sedangkan rata-rata hasil validasi media memperoleh nilai sebesar 92,5% dan masuk dalam kategori “Sangat Baik”. Subyek penelitian ini adalah siswa tunagrahita kelas VII SMP di SLB Muhammadiyah Jombang. Respon siswa terhadap hasil uji coba diperoleh 95% berada pada kategori “Sangat Baik”. Berdasarkan hasil tersebut dapat disimpulkan bahwa media pembelajaran SEGA (Speaking Eglish Games) layak atau layak digunakan sebagai media pembelajaran untuk meningkatkan penguasaan kosakata siswa. KATA KUNCI: Media pembelajaran, SEGA, Siswa Tunagrahita, SMP