Game-based learning as a method to enhance grammatical competence in the english language teaching and learning process.

Abstract

This research explores Game based-learning (GBL) as a method to improve grammatical competence in the English language and the teaching process. This study collects the perception of students, teachers and pedagogical advisors to have a better understanding of the experiences, advantages, challenges and strategies when incorporating the GBL method in the teaching and learning process, for this purpose the data were collected through interviews. The results highlight that GBL significantly increases students' motivation and engagement, making grammar learning enjoyable and dynamic. The teachers suggest that the GBL method facilitated an interactive classroom environment, enabling students to grasp and employ grammar rules and concepts effectively. They also noted some difficulties in applying GBL, such as the suitability of the games for diverse learners. The research concludes that game-based learning is an innovative method that promotes meaningful learning and improvement of learners' grammatical competence and differs from traditional methods in terms of meeting the needs of current educational trends. Key words: Grammatical competence, Game-based learning, Students’ perception, Teacher perception, Teaching method.