Unlocking the Potential: Investigating the Interplay of Online and Classroom Feedback for Enhanced L2 Spanish Learning Experiences
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https://doi.org/10.47941/ejl.2610Keywords:
Kahoot!, Spanish, Feedback, Student Engagement, Kahoot! in Education, Teacher-Provided Feedback, Blended LearningAbstract
Purpose: This study investigates how feedback provided through the Kahoot! platform influences student engagement and learning outcomes in Spanish language education. Focusing on the role of feedback within gamified learning environments, the research examines its effectiveness in enhancing student participation and achievement.
Methodology: This study conducts a systematic literature review (SLR) of 52 selected references to analyze the effectiveness of feedback in Spanish language instruction. The review focuses on the characteristics of feedback provided through Kahoot! and its role in enhancing student engagement and learning outcomes. The study also compares traditional teacher-provided feedback with AI-driven feedback mechanisms available on digital platforms.
Findings: The study identifies that feedback provided through Kahoot! is primarily constructive and aids students in overcoming challenges related to grammar, syntax, and vocabulary. The real-time nature of feedback enhances student engagement by fostering active participation and immediate rectification of errors. Additionally, the study finds that AI-driven feedback systems offer real-time insights that complement traditional teacher-based feedback, leading to improved student performance and motivation. However, challenges such as platform complexity and lack of comfort in using digital tools remain barriers to effectiveness.
Unique Contribution to Theory, Policy, and Practice: This study contributes to the understanding of feedback as a critical component of student engagement in language learning. The findings emphasize the importance of integrating both traditional and AI-driven feedback mechanisms to optimize learning outcomes. From a policy perspective, the study highlights the need for structured implementation of digital learning tools in educational institutions. In practice, the study provides insights for educators on leveraging game-based learning platforms to enhance student participation and performance in Spanish language acquisition.
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