A Comparison of English Vocabulary Learning Achievement by Using Game Based Learning and the Traditional Teaching Method of Prathom Sueksa 6 Students, School in Bangkok Department

Abstract

The purpose of this research were 1) to compare the result of English vocabulary learning achievement before and after using game-based teaching approach 2) to compare the result of English vocabulary learning achievement before and after using the traditional teaching method 3) to compare the result of English vocabulary learning achievement between using game-based teaching approach and the traditional teaching method and 4) to study the satisfaction of Grade 6 students affecting their English vocabulary learning through game-based teaching approach. This study is experimental research. The samples of this study consisted of Grade 6 students at Suraomai School, under the Office of Nong Chok District, Bangkok. The sample included two classrooms with a total of 52 students. The tools used for data collection included lesson plans for traditional teaching and lesson plans for game-based teaching. The statistical methods used for analyze the data included mean, percentage, standard deviation, the study employed validity testing, item difficulty value (P), discrimination (R), and reliability analysis using the KR-20 formula and t-test. The findings of this research were 1. The learning achievement in English vocabulary of the control group using the normal teaching method had higher post-test scores than pre-test scores. 2. the result of English vocabulary learning achievement before and after using the game-based teaching approach and the traditional teaching method. 3. the result of English vocabulary learning achievement between using game-based teaching approach and the traditional teaching method. 4. The satisfaction of Grade 6 students affecting their English vocabulary learning through game-based teaching approach were the highest level. Satisfaction Assessment.