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Exploring the integration of informal language learning experiences in commercial off-the-shelf games into formal language learning settings
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Koçak, Ece
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The aim of this qualitative research study is to investigate how the informal language learning experiences gained through commercial off-the-shelf games can be effectively incorporated into foreign language curricula and formal language learning settings to bridge formal and informal language learning contexts, and what would be the related issues and challenges. The study also aimed to explore the perceptions of language teachers and students regarding the incorporation of COTS games into foreign language curricula. A total of 20 participants, 10 of whom are EFL students of a private university in English preparatory school, and 10 of whom are EFL teachers in seven foundational and three state universities English preparatory schools. The data of the study were collected through semi-structured interviews and a focus group interview with teachers and students, and stimulated recall interviews with students. All the data were audio-recorded, transcribed, and analyzed via MAXQDA 2022. Reflexive thematic analysis method based on Braun and Clarke (2021)’s principles was used for data analysis. The findings of the study indicated that informal language learning experiences gained through COTS games has the potential to support the language learning in formal settings. Participants suggested several strategies for the integration. Overall, the participants indicated that integrating language learning experiences from COTS games into formal language learning contexts would offer them a significant amount of language input, particularly in terms of vocabulary and daily expressions, and it would be highly motivating for their language learning process.
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Commercial-off-the-shelf games
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Informal learning
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Foreign language learning
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E. Koçak, “Exploring the integration of informal language learning experiences in commercial off-the-shelf games into formal language learning settings,” M.S. - Master of Science, Middle East Technical University, 2023.