THE ROLE OF GAMIFICATION IN DUOLINGO APPLICATION FOR VOCABULARY MASTERY IN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Aini, Intan Nur (2025) THE ROLE OF GAMIFICATION IN DUOLINGO APPLICATION FOR VOCABULARY MASTERY IN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL. Diploma thesis, IKIP PGRI BOJONEGORO.

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Aini, Intan Nur. 2025. The Role of Gamification in Duolingo Application for Vocabulary Mastery in Elementary School. Skripsi, English Education Department, Faculty of Language and Arts Education, IKIP PGRI Bojonegoro, Advisor (I) Dr. Ima Isnaini Taufiqur Rohmah,M.Pd., (II) Ayu Fitrianingsih, M.Pd. Keywords: Gamification, Duolingo, Vocabulary Mastery, Primary Education. This study investigates the role of gamification in the Duolingo application for enhancing vocabulary mastery among fifth-grade students at SD Plus Al-Qomariyah. Using a qualitative case study approach, data were collected through observation, interviews, questionnaires, and documentation. The findings reveal that Duolingo's gamification features—such as points, levels, rewards, audio-visual aids, and immediate feedback—significantly improve student motivation and engagement. Students showed positive responses to the app, reporting that they enjoyed learning English through games and could better remember vocabulary when it was presented visually and audibly. Despite initial challenges with the English-only interface, students gradually adapted and became more confident in using the app. Teachers also noted increased student participation and enthusiasm during English lessons. However, the study also highlights the importance of teacher guidance and digital accessibility, as not all students had the same level of access to devices or internet. Overall, Duolingo is considered an effective supplementary tool for vocabulary learning in primary schools, especially when integrated with proper scaffolding and classroom support.

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