Learning English Through Online Games

Essay Revisi : Learning English Through Online Games

Introduce:

Everyone mush have used English. English is the language used as a medium of communicational and as the first international language used to interact with other people around the word. English is generally encountered when we are in elementary school to high school, English is a compulsory subject in school because it is considered to be able to help student in speaking a second language other than their mother tongue. Talking about Learning English, of course we are not spared by the use of daily media, sometimes media language uses English, one of which is Games.

Online games are type of computer game that utilizes computer network. The network that is usually used is the internet network and the like and always uses the technology that exists today, such as modems and cable connections. Formerly this online games was only played on a computer or laptop, but as the time evolved, these games began to be played on Nintendo and cell phones/mobile. Now online games are becoming popular with both adults and children.

Then what to do with learning English? In online games the use of the language used is English. someone who plays online games will learn to understand every rule or storyline of games that use English, unconsciously players will learn to find out about the meaning of English that arises in games, both in the form of objects, rules or the storyline of the game, this makes the players remember each of the vocabulary, so that unconsciously players have learned English in a fun form.




Body:

 

playing online games is not always about wasting time, many online games are designed to help children learn, this is an example of an online learning English game:
· Power word
· Vocabulary.co.il
· Learning English Kids
· Funbrain Words
· Dora’s Alphabet Forest Adventure
· ESL Fun Games Online

online games have some benefits that we can get, are:

1. Sharpen the brain: In fact, playing games can sharpen the brain. this is because every game, especially games that have levels and require strategy will nurture your ability to think.

2. Free time: If you don't have work or you have free time, you can fill your free time playing games, instead of just sitting there. Especially if you are on a long journey or waiting for someone, for example. So, instead of feeling bored or have nothing to do, it's better to spend time playing games.

3. Reducing stress: By playing games, the stress you experience will be reduced because you will enter a different world while playing games and forget for a moment the problems that occur in the real world. So, you can take a moment to play the game to build your mood back for the better.

4. Practicing English language skills: Most of the games that we play use English, this is because English is the most widely used international language by people throughout the world. So, playing games can be one of the tools to hone your English skills.

5. Build a positive spirit: In playing the game, of course there is losing and winning. If you succeed in winning the game, surely you will feel proud of the achievement. But on the contrary, if you experience defeat, you will definitely try to try again and feel challenged to achieve that victory.

 

6. Train teamwork: Now there are lots of games that require teamwork. Games like this are good for you to increase cohesiveness with your friends. So, playing games is not always just playing alone, but also with your friends or family.
 

7. Practicing physical activity: There are games that require you to move and do it outdoors. For example a game that uses Augmented Reality (AR) technology. In addition there are also interactive consoles such as the Nintendo Wii or Xbox Kinect which require you to be active so that the game continues to run.
 

8. Make money: Who says playing games is just a waste of money? In fact, playing games can also make money, you know! For example, by taking part in a gaming competition that is held, usually competitions like this promise promising cash prizes. So, playing games is not always just a waste of money, but it can also make money.
 

9. Practice patience: Sometimes you find games that require strategy. Games like this can train your patience. For example, when you are required to attack enemies, but apparently you failed to defeat them. Maybe you feel annoyed, but surely you will try to be patient and repeat the game.
 

10. Meet new people: Some online games have a chat feature that allows you to chat with fellow players. With this feature, you can get acquainted with fellow players and even become new friends.
 

the influence of online games on learning can be clearly seen on a person's development, the use of online games in learning English according to students' perceptions. In addition, there are also learning strategies that students use to improve their ability to learn English language skills, namely metacognition, cognition, affection, and social. These are the results that support Cohen's and Chamot's theories of learning strategies using online games in learning English.


Conclusion:

online games are very effective in developing one's second language, in this case online games in addition to improving English language skills can also increase the addition of simple vocabulary. one concrete example is, my younger brother who can speak English because of online games, with this the effectiveness of online games can be said to be a student side in improving English skills.
 

Games aren't always about wasting time, games are a way you can learn a second language. and not all games contain lessons. You must be careful in choosing games for children. so online games become tools for a fun way of learning.









References:

https://www.sukaon.com/inilah-10-manfaat-bermain-game/

https://ejournal.unsrat.ac.id/index.php/jefs/article/view/12966

https://www.kampunginggris.id/games-terbaik-untuk-belajar-bahasa-inggris

Essay "Learning English Through Online Games"

name:Tri intan saputri
class:A/4
subject: individual assignment essay writing.

Introduce:
  Everyone mush have used English. English is the language used as a medium of communicational and as the first international language used to interact with other people around the word. English is generally encountered when we are in elementary school to high school, English is a compulsory subject in school because it is considered to be able to help student in speaking a second language other than their mother tongue. Talking about Learning English, of course we are not spared by the use of daily media, sometimes media language uses English, one of which is Games.
Online games are type of computer game that utilizes computer network. The network that is usually used is the internet network and the like and always uses the technology that exists today, such as modems and cable connections. Formerly this online games was only played on a computer or laptop, but as the time evolved, these games began to be played on Nintendo and cell phones/mobile. Now online games are becoming popular with both adults and children.
Then what to do with learning English? In online games the use of the language used is English. someone who plays online games will learn to understand every rule or storyline of games that use English, unconsciously players will learn to find out about the meaning of English that arises in games, both in the form of objects, rules or the storyline of the game, this makes the players remember each of the vocabulary, so that unconsciously players have learned English in a fun form.

Body:
1. Sharpen the brain: In fact, playing games can sharpen the brain. this is because every game, especially games that have levels and require strategy will nurture your ability to think.
2. Free time: If you don't have work or you have free time, you can fill your free time playing games, instead of just sitting there. Especially if you are on a long journey or waiting for someone, for example. So, instead of feeling bored or have nothing to do, it's better to spend time playing games.
3. Reducing stress: By playing games, the stress you experience will be reduced because you will enter a different world while playing games and forget for a moment the problems that occur in the real world. So, you can take a moment to play the game to build your mood back for the better.
4. Practicing English language skills: Most of the games that we play use English, this is because English is the most widely used international language by people throughout the world. So, playing games can be one of the tools to hone your English skills.
5. Build a positive spirit: In playing the game, of course there is losing and winning. If you succeed in winning the game, surely you will feel proud of the achievement. But on the contrary, if you experience defeat, you will definitely try to try again and feel challenged to achieve that victory.
6. Train teamwork: Now there are lots of games that require teamwork. Games like this are good for you to increase cohesiveness with your friends. So, playing games is not always just playing alone, but also with your friends or family.
7. Practicing physical activity: There are games that require you to move and do it outdoors. For example a game that uses Augmented Reality (AR) technology. In addition there are also interactive consoles such as the Nintendo Wii or Xbox Kinect which require you to be active so that the game continues to run.
8. Make money: Who says playing games is just a waste of money? In fact, playing games can also make money, you know! For example, by taking part in a gaming competition that is held, usually competitions like this promise promising cash prizes. So, playing games is not always just a waste of money, but it can also make money.
9. Practice patience: Sometimes you find games that require strategy. Games like this can train your patience. For example, when you are required to attack enemies, but apparently you failed to defeat them. Maybe you feel annoyed, but surely you will try to be patient and repeat the game.
10. Meet new people: Some online games have a chat feature that allows you to chat with fellow players. With this feature, you can get acquainted with fellow players and even become new friends.

      the influence of online games on learning can be clearly seen on a person's development, the use of online games in learning English according to students' perceptions. In addition, there are also learning strategies that students use to improve their ability to learn English language skills, namely metacognition, cognition, affection, and social. These are the results that support Cohen's and Chamot's theories of learning strategies using online games in learning English.

Conclusion:
        online games are very effective in developing one's second language, in this case online games in addition to improving English language skills can also increase the addition of simple vocabulary.
one concrete example is, my younger brother who can speak English because of online games, with this the effectiveness of online games can be said to be a student side in improving English skills.

References:

https://www.sukaon.com/inilah-10-manfaat-bermain-game/

https://ejournal.unsrat.ac.id/index.php/jefs/article/view/12966