IMPROVING VOCABULARY PROFICIENCY THROUGH THE ANKI APPLICATION IN TEACHING ENGLISH TO HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

Vũ Đình Bắc; Vũ Kim Tuyến; Ninh Văn Trung; Ma Cẩm Phong

doi:10.34238/tnu-jst.10471

IMPROVING VOCABULARY PROFICIENCY THROUGH THE ANKI APPLICATION IN TEACHING ENGLISH TO HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

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Received: 27/05/24 Revised: 18/11/24 Published: 18/11/24

Authors

1. Vu Dinh Bac , TNU - University of Education
2. Vu Kim Tuyen, TNU - University of Education
3. Ninh Van Trung, TNU - University of Education
4. Ma Cam Phong, TNU - University of Education

Abstract

This research aims to improve the vocabulary capacity of high school students through the Anki application. Experimental activities are conducted at the end of semester 1 and the beginning of semester 2 of the 2023-2024 school year. A total of 8 lessons and 8-week lessons are dedicated to achieving the desired results. The study involved 40 participants, of which 20 students were assigned to the experimental group (using the Anki application) and the remaining 20 students participated in the control group (not using the Anki application). Although all 40 students participated in both the vocabulary pre-and post-tests, only the experimental group's responses mentioned using the Anki app and offered suggestions for optimal performance. Research results show significant improvements in students' vocabulary, including various aspects such as increasing vocabulary and understanding how to use words in context. Different situations will require different methods to enhance English speaking ability through vocabulary usage. Additionally, the study offers several recommendations to improve the effectiveness of Anki applications, making them more popular, meaningful, and useful, while also mitigating potential risks associated with their use.

Keywords

Anki application; Vocabulary acquisition; High school students; Educational technology; Mixed approach

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.34238/tnu-jst.10471

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