Memory Game: An Innovative Approach to Foreign Language Education with Mobile Technology

Abstract

Learning vocabulary units can be one of the most challenging activities for students, especially when a foreign language is involved. Modern children are motivated to actively participate in the learning process when using information and communication technologies. According to studies, playing games improves children's concentration, visual memory, analytical thinking, and algorithmic thinking and coding skills. The purpose of the presented study is to develop a mobile game application “My Memory” designed to assist students in memorizing English lexical items, through interaction with a programmable device. The mobile app was developed using Unity IDE and Botley® robot under experimental design conditions. Incorporating the developed app will improve students’ motivation, vocabulary acquisition, algorithmic thinking, linguistic and cognitive development at an early stage of education.