Using gamification elements to enhance foreign language learning at a technical university

The purpose of the study was to justify the necessity of using gamification elements in foreign language teaching at a technical university. The paper describes psychological, didactic and methodology aspects of gamification, and focuses on gamification types and ways to implement didactic principles. Using gamification elements in foreign language teaching helps students reduce fear of making mistakes, increase self-motivation, engagement and overall satisfaction with the learning process.

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