The aim of this study is to present the advantages and issues of acquiring English as a second language from video games. In the theoretical part, the motivational factors are discussed and the related Applied Linguistic concepts are connected with the two main platforms of gaming.
In order to find out how the learning process works, I conducted an interview study with three players who were willing to share their experiences. The aim of the second part was to explore the learning processes of the three players in order to discover how playing video games can enhance learning English as a second language.
Note: Although the paper attempts to indtroduce the concept of video games, the reader is assumed to have a basic knowledge about the concept of a video game.
Table of Contents
A Brief Introduction to the History of Video Games
Chapter 1: The Connection Between Second Language Acquisition and Video Games
1.1 Motivation and Language in Games
1.1.1 Game Theory
1.1.2 What is a Video Game?
1.1.3 Motivation as a Bridge
1.2 Second Language Acquisition in Games
1.3 Learning and Language Skills in a Singleplayer Context
1.4. Learning and Language Skills in a Multiplayer Context
Chapter 2: Individual Experiences
2.1. Research Question
2.2. Research Method
2.3. Introducing the Players
2.4. Findings and Results
Conclusion
References
Appendices
- Quote paper
- Mátyás Blénessy (Author), 2016, How Can Video Games Enhance Learning English as a Second Language?, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/339621
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