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Publication Date: 2021
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Impact of Augmented Reality on Vocabulary Acquisition and Retention
Megan Tyson
Issues and Trends in Learning Technologies, v9 n1 p3-26 2021
The present study investigated the impact teaching academic vocabulary through an augmented reality (AR) approach had on acquisition and retention as compared to using a more traditional flash card based approach. 29 high school students ranging from 9th to 11th grade followed the pattern of a 10 word vocabulary pre-test, being taught those words through respective alternating AR and traditional vocabulary methods, and post-tested one week from the date of teaching. At the end of the testing and teaching process, the unit scores were compared to find if any differences occurred. Analysis revealed that there is a significant difference between the two teaching methods. Participants scored better in the AR unit as compared to the traditional unit. Furthermore, participants also reported greater satisfaction with the AR method because it held their attention, gave them something to focus on, and was overall more engaging. Comparatively, participants found the traditional method not engaging, however, they were comfortable with the traditional method because it is what they are comfortable with in the classroom. Given the curiosity of using AR in the classroom, more research could be conducted to find patterns in participant performance across all academic content areas as well as other uses for AR in the classroom.
Descriptors: Vocabulary Development, High School Students, Physical Environment, Simulated Environment, Synthesis, Information Technology, Computer Simulation, Teaching Methods, Technology Uses in Education, Educational Technology, Student Attitudes, Retention (Psychology), Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research; Tests/Questionnaires
Education Level: High Schools; Secondary Education; Grade 9; Junior High Schools; Middle Schools; Grade 10; Grade 11
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Language: English
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