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Journal : Journal of Computer for Science and Mathematics Learning

Exploring Cadets’ Perceptions of Challenges and Benefits in Gamified ESP Reading: A Case Study at a Maritime Academy Wibowo, Amiruddin Hadi; Gupron, Akhmad Kasan; Widjatmoko, Eko Nugroho; Amrullah, Romanda Annas; Mirianto, Agus Dina; Rahmawati, Eva; Onivehu, Adams Ogirima; Rohi, Saifurahman
Journal of Computers for Science and Mathematics Learning Vol. 2 No. 2 (2025): Journal of Computers for Science and Mathematics Learning
Publisher : Scientia Publica Media

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70232/jcsml.v2i2.41

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English for Specific Purposes (ESP) is essential in maritime education, helping cadets with the language skills required to meet specific learning needs. However, traditional ESP reading instruction often lacks engagement and fails to motivate learners. In response, gamification, which integrates game design elements into learning environments, has emerged as a promising solution to enhance learner engagement and motivation. This study aims to explore cadets’ perceptions of the challenges and benefits of using gamification in ESP reading. The research was conducted using a qualitative case study approach at a maritime academy in East Java, Indonesia, involving 24 cadets. Participants were first-year students with intermediate English language proficiency. Data were collected through six sessions of gamified ESP reading lessons, semi-structured interviews, and participant observations. Thematic analysis was used to examine the cadets’ experiences, focusing on recurring themes related to motivation, learning outcomes, and technological challenges. The results showed that cadets generally expressed positive feelings about gamified ESP reading. They reported increased motivation and engagement due to game elements such as points, leaderboards, and real-time feedback, which made learning more interactive and enjoyable. However, challenges such as limited technological readiness, internet connectivity, and initial confusion with the game interface were also highlighted. Therefore, it can be concluded that gamification shows strong potential in enhancing cadets’ motivation and interest in ESP reading following the challenges and their constraints. These findings underscore the importance of integrating thoughtfully designed gamified strategies in maritime education to foster learner-centered and engaging ESP instruction.
Co-Authors . Rachmat achmad khairul Achmad Sumbaryadi, Achmad Ade Christian Ahmad Al Kaafi Ahmad Ishaq Akhiriyah, Suvi Akhmad Kasan Gupron, Akhmad Kasan Al Firdaus, M. Wildan Maulana Andi Agus Purnomo Andi Sanjaya Angger Wibowo Anton AYUNITA LELIANA Aziz Setyawan Hidayat, Aziz Setyawan Cahyo Pambudi Des Mulyati Desianty, Annisa Diana Dewi Sartika, Diana Dewi Doni Andriansyah Dwie Arifianto Ehon Abdulmanan Eka Kurniatun Hazanah Elly Mufida Elly Mufida, Elly Fachmi, Muhammad Fadillah Faizal Aziz Hidayatulloh Fathurrahman Dwi Ramtomo Fitria Fitria Habibah, Ridha Haikal Aserih Hani Harafani Hani Harafani, Hani Herlambang Brawijaya Hesti Nugraheni Hylenarti Hertiana Hylenarti Hertyana ira zulvia Irsyad Rafi Arsalan Irwansah Lubis Karo Karo, Alhazri khairul, achmad Lomotu , Syahrozi Maulana Farid Yunus Jahidin Mirianto, Agus Dina Mufida , Elly Muhammad, Alya Aulia Nur Muhopilah, Pipih Mulyati, Des Mulyawan, Yafiet Mustofa Mustofa Mustofa Mustofa Nafira Octaviani Amri Nanang Nuryadi Nandang Iriadi Nataza, Syali Oktavia Nugroho, Himmawan Adi Onivehu, Adams Ogirima Pambudi, Cahyo Pas Mahyu Akhirianto Pratama, Raka Putra Rahman, Taufikur Rahmawati, Eva Rahmawati Raka Putra Pratama Resmayanti, Mima Retno Wulan Dari Ria Ria Rohi, Saifurahman Romanda Annas Amrullah Sari, Tri Retna Sidik - Sidiq Sidiq Sidiq, Sidiq Sudirlan, Imelda Fransisca Sugeng Riyanto Syarif Hidayatulloh Toto Haryanto Tri Retnasari Waspodo, Waspodo Wibowo, Amiruddin Hadi Widjatmoko, Eko Nugroho Wiwiet Eva Savitri Yafiet Mulyawan Yudha Kamal Fauzan Yunita maudy Zainul Aminin