Magister Scientiae
Vol. 52 No. 2 (2024)

THE INFLUENCE OF NARRATIVE-BASED VIDEO GAMES ENGAGEMENT ON ENGLISH VOCABULARY MASTERY: A NARRATIVE INQUIRY

Petrus Dian Erya (English Dept. Faculty of Teacher Training and Education Widya Mandala Catholic University Surabaya)
Johanes Leonardi Taloko (Widya Mandala Catholic University Surabaya)



Article Info

Publish Date
31 Oct 2024

Abstract

Vocabulary holds an essential role to language acquisition process. One of the ways to improve vocabulary mastery is through playing video games as it offers authentic linguistic stimulation to the players. This study explores how engagement with narrative-based video games influence English Language Learners’ (ELL) vocabulary mastery. Narrative inquiry research was done with 3 participants majoring in English and sharing about their video gaming journey throughout the years. The findings of this study showed that high-level of engagement with narrative-based video games have positive impact on the participants’ vocabulary mastery. The immersive nature of narrative-based video games offered rich contextual learning opportunities that could be implemented as supplementary tool for vocabulary development. This study also generated both theoretical and practical implications that could be beneficial for teachers and students in the realm of vocabulary acquisition strategies.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

Magister_Scientiae

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Subject

Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media

Description

Magister Scientiae journal is published twice annually in March and October. This journal contains articles based on research report and critical analysis in teaching and learning. We only accept manuscripts which have not been published in other media, including personal blogs. The contributing ...