Dave's ESL Cafe's Student Discussion Forums

[komathiguna]

hi frenz, what do you think about language games?Do you think that language games can be the effective way to teach vocabulary to the ESL learners?

[hash]

yes, that if it is used in a proper way. guidance by the teachers is essential..

[shamini]

yup,
language games are very interesting activity where it will boost the students interest in learning new words. language games such as cross word, puzzle and scrable will make the students to think and get the orrect answer. this will make sure that they use their thinking ability maximumly to win the games. it is a good competition to carried out in class activity to make the students involve actively and interestingly in the learning process.
tc

[sumathy hari raman]

learning vocabulary through language games.it is really an interesting topic for the discussion. in my opinion there are alot advantages gain learning through language games.
it is an interesting part of language learning . not like fifty years back, students fully teacher dependent and learn from the textbook.
today, language games such as puzzles, scrabble ply importanmt roles in learning vocabulary.
it give clear meaning for the words and easy for students to understand and memorize the words.

[JESSINTA]

emmm...what i think about language games?i think that language games can be the effective way to teach vocabulary to the ESL learners. this will enable the students to pay attention to the teacher. because games is one the interesting way to pull students attention. They do learn vocabulary through the games AND it really works.

[komathee kolandasoo]

Well, language games are something good or creative to introduce new words to ESL learners. Most of the time it's will result in good outcome.

But then, we should make sure the game is really easy to play or the participants have some background knowledge of the game. At least know how to speak a very basic words of English. Otherwise, this method won't be work. So, the students who participate must be atleast average learners those who can understand the instructions or rules in English on how to play.

[jayashany]

'Games have been shown to have advantages and effectiveness in learning vocabulary in various ways. First, games bring in relaxation and fun for students, thus help them learn and retain new words more easily. Second, games usually involve friendly competition and they keep learners interested. These create the motivation for learners of English to get involved and participate actively in the learning activities. Third, vocabulary games bring real world context into the classroom, and enhance students' use of English in a flexible, communicative way.'
'Therefore, the role of games in teaching and learning vocabulary cannot be denied. However, in order to achieve the most from vocabulary games, it is essential that suitable games are chosen. Whenever a game is to be conducted, the number of students, proficiency level, cultural context, timing, learning topic, and the classroom settings are factors that should be taken into account.'
In conclusion, learning vocabulary through games is one effective and interesting way that can be applied in any classrooms. The results of this research suggest that games are used not only for mere fun, but more importantly, for the useful practice and review of language lessons, thus leading toward the goal of improving learners' communicative competence.'

[praba]

yes using games to teach vocabulary can be the most intersting way. It is because games can help the students to remember what they learn because it will b very interesting. Espesially small children will love this way ver much. Because this way involve friendly competition and they keep learners interested.
anyway the teacher must be very good and chose suitable games which can really motivated the student to learn .