Digital Game-Based Tools in Language Learning

What is the primary purpose of digital game-based tools in language learning?

• To provide traditional testing methods

• To make learning fun and interactive

• To replace teacher instruction

• To limit student participation

Which of the following are examples of digital game-based tools?

• Duolingo

• Kahoot

• Quizlet

• All of the above

What is one of the main strengths of using digital game-based tools for formative assessment?

• They provide instant feedback to learners and teachers

• They are easy to create

• They don’t require technology

• They have no impact on learning

What is a challenge associated with digital game-based assessments?

• They are too easy to complete

• They can be a potential distraction during gameplay

• They don’t provide feedback

• They are only suitable for young learners

What is the difference between game-based learning and gamification?

• Game-based learning uses games for fun, while gamification uses games for assessment

• Game-based learning is more competitive than gamification

• Gamification is only used in corporate settings

• Game-based learning does not involve technology

How does Kahoot track and report student performance?

• By tracking how many times students open the app

• By tracking players' ranks, correct answers, unanswered questions, and final scores

• By monitoring how long students take to answer questions

• By using quizzes as final exams

What are some of the key features of Mentimeter?

• It allows exporting responses and statistics to Excel

• It creates detailed reports on student errors

• It doesn’t use any graphics

• It only supports text responses

What type of assessment is formative assessment?

• A one-time test at the end of the term

• An ongoing assessment to monitor progress and provide feedback

• A pass/fail final exam

• A standardized national test

According to the study, what impact do digital games have on student engagement?

• They decrease engagement

• They increase engagement and motivation through real-time feedback and rewards

• They have no impact on engagement

• They make students less focused

What is one benefit of using digital games in education?

• They have no impact on learning

• They increase engagement and motivation through real-time feedback and rewards

• They are only useful for younger students

• They make learning more difficult