| dc.description.abstract | The role of student engagement in the learning process, particularly in language
acquisition, stands as a critical factor in bolstering student motivation, consequently
influencing the development of listening abilities. Despite the recognized impact of
student engagement on motivation and, in turn, listening proficiency, there exists a
notable gap in research exploring the specific effects of heightened student engagement,
particularly through gamification, on Arabic listening skills. Gamification, a
pedagogical approach incorporating game elements into educational contexts, has
exhibited promising outcomes across various educational domains, including language
learning. However, when it comes to teaching Arabic listening skills, akin to instructing
listening abilities in any language, educators and students encounter common
challenges that may impede the learning process. This study sought to address these
gaps by involving a cohort of 72 non-Arabic-speaking Islamic elementary school
students in Indonesia. The participants were stratified into two groups: a control group
utilizing a conventional e-quizzes system and an experimental group engaging with a
gamified e-quizzes system. Arabic vocabulary listening tests and log data were
systematically collected to facilitate a comprehensive quantitative analysis. The
experimental group, benefiting from the gamified e-quizzes system enriched with game
elements such as points, levels, and leaderboards, exhibited discernible positive effects
on listening skills, engagement levels, and learning motivation. The findings derived
from this study underscore the pivotal role of gamified e-quizzes in not only enhancing
listening skills but also in fostering heightened motivation and engagement within the
learning environment. In conclusion, this research contributes valuable insights to the
educational landscape by demonstrating the instrumental impact of gamified e-quizzes
on Arabic listening skills. By offering empirical evidence of the positive correlation
between gamification, engagement, and proficiency, this study highlights the potential
of gamified approaches in language learning, providing educators and researchers with
practical strategies to further enhance the learning experience. | en_US |