JPLED
Vol. 6 No. 3 (2026): Journal of Practice Learning and Educational Development (JPLED) in Press

Modern Visual Aids in Classrooms: Enhancing EFL Vocabulary Retention Through Animated Videos in Satun, Thailand

Sofia Faradilla Suandi (Unknown)
Diani Syahputri (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
31 Jul 2026

Abstract

This study aims to investigate the effectiveness of animated videos as modern visual aids in improving vocabulary retention among ninth-grade EFL students at Thammasat Wittaya School, Satun, Thailand. This study employed Classroom Action Research (CAR) based on the Kemmis and McTaggart model consisting of planning, action, observation, and reflection stages conducted in two cycles. The participants were 20 ninth-grade students. Data were collected through vocabulary tests and classroom observations. The findings showed that students’ vocabulary retention improved from 65% in Cycle I to 71% in Cycle II. Student activity also increased from 62% to 78%, while teacher activity improved from 70% to 88%. The study concludes that animated videos effectively improved students’ vocabulary retention, classroom participation, and engagement during EFL learning activities. Therefore, animated videos are recommended as effective instructional media for vocabulary learning in EFL classrooms.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

jpled

Publisher

Subject

Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Mathematics Other

Description

Journal of Practice Learning and Educational Development is an open access, peer-reviewed, scientific journal published by GAES (Global Action and Education for Society). The aim of this journal is to publish articles dedicated to the latest outstanding developments in the field of education. It ...