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Students’ perceptions of Kahoot!: An exploratory mixed-method study in EFL undergraduate classrooms in the UAE
Date
2021-01-18
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Springer
Abstract
In recent years, game-based student response systems (GSRS) such as Socrative,
Quizlet, and Kahoot! has become a popular tool to increase motivation, enhance
classroom engagement, and facilitate collaborative learning. Despite the popularity of
GSRS, little research has attempted to understand student perceptions using these
platforms for language learning across higher education in the Middle East. The
purpose of this exploratory mixed methods research was to examine undergraduate
student perceptions of Kahoot!, a game-based interactive platform in an English
language course at a federal higher education institution in the UAE. The qualitative
phase of data collection involved using semi-structured interviews (N=10) to under
stand Emirati students’ general perception of Kahoot!. In addition, quantitative evi
dence was collected through an online survey (N=112) to find out which variables
identified in the interviews were experienced by the majority of undergraduate students
using Kahoot!. Results were found to be consistent with the current literature as there
was a positive general response towards Kahoot!, with the highest influence reported
on increased motivation, improved classroom engagement, and enhanced learning
experience. However, the effect on academic performance was not significant as
perceived by Emirati students. The outcome of this study suggests that gamified digital
platforms could be incorporated as part of the teaching pedagogy to retain students’
attention, increase participation, and provide students with an enhanced enjoyable
learning experience.
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Kahoot! . Game-based learning . Game-based student response system .
Motivation . Engagement . Mixed-methods
Citation
Alawadhi, Azza (2019) Students’ perceptions of Kahoot!: An exploratory mixed-method study in EFL undergraduate classrooms in the UAE. dissertation. The British University in Dubai (BUiD).