The Use of Digital Crossword Puzzle for Vocabulary Learning Media: Primary School Teacher’s Voices
Abstract
Vocabulary mastery is a fundamental aspect of English learning, especially for primary school students, as it supports the development of listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. To address vocabulary learning challenges, educators can employ engaging interactive media, such as digital crossword puzzles. This qualitative study explores primary school English teachers from a private school experienced regarding the implementation of digital crossword puzzles for vocabulary instruction with their perspectives. This study employed a qualitative research design. Data were collected through questionnaires and interviews. The findings reveal that teachers used different types of digital crossword puzzles, namely picture-based and oral-based digital crossword puzzles. The results indicate that digital crossword puzzles enhance students’ engagement, motivation, and vocabulary comprehension through interactive and modern features. However, teachers also encountered challenges, including school policy limitations, preparation difficulties, and cost-related constraints. These findings offer practical insights for integrating digital tools into early language education.
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.31004/jele.v11i5.3369
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