Influence of the TikTok app as an educational tool for learning English vocabulary

This study, titled "The Influence of the TikTok App as an Educational Tool for Learning English Vocabulary," aims to analyze the effectiveness of the TikTok platform in enhancing students' English vocabulary acquisition. Due to its ability to present audiovisual content engagingly and...

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Main Author: Fiallos Andrade, Aneth Emilia (author)
Format: bachelorThesis
Language:spa
Published: 2024
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Online Access:http://dspace.unach.edu.ec/handle/51000/14414
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Summary:This study, titled "The Influence of the TikTok App as an Educational Tool for Learning English Vocabulary," aims to analyze the effectiveness of the TikTok platform in enhancing students' English vocabulary acquisition. Due to its ability to present audiovisual content engagingly and dynamically, TikTok has started to be implemented in educational settings. The research followed a qualitative approach, utilizing observation sheets and semi-structured interviews as data collection instruments. The study population consisted of second-year high school students and their teacher, referred to as Teacher_2024_1. These instruments facilitated an exploration of TikTok's use in the classroom and its impact on students’ motivation and performance in learning English vocabulary. The results indicated that TikTok is perceived as a useful tool, improving vocabulary retention and fostering more autonomous and participatory learning among students. In conclusion, the research demonstrates that TikTok is effective as an educational tool for learning English vocabulary and fosters greater motivation and active participation among students, highlighting its potential in contemporary teaching.