Learner Engagement in Using Kahoot! within a University English Proficiency Course

• Main Authors: Mohd Zulfadli, Mat Husin, Ruhil Amal, Azmuddin
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Published: ÜNİVERSİTEPARK Limited, Istanbul, Turkey 2022
• Subjects: LB Theory and practice of education; PE English
• Online Access: http://umpir.ump.edu.my/id/eprint/35354/1/Learner%20engagement%20in%20using%20Kahoot%20within%20an%20English%20Proficiency%20course.pdf; http://umpir.ump.edu.my/id/eprint/35354/; https://edupij.com/index/arsiv/52/260/learner-engagement-in-using-kahoot-within-a-university-english-proficiency-course

Background/purpose – Game-based learning is becoming increasingly popular among educators in higher institutions. However, it can be a daunting task for educators to ascertain which of the currently available game-based learning platforms best suits their learners’ needs. This study explored the suitability of Kahoot! as one of the most commonly used game-based learning platforms in education. The aim of study was to determine whether Kahoot! can be used to engage learners and reinforce learning for academic purposes in higher education institutions.