Mastering a second language is a lifelong process. That said, a good vocabulary is absolutely essential for language proficiency. Thankfully, Google took this in consideration. In February 2018, Google released an interactive quiz game, namely 'Google Word Coach', to aid non-native English speakers polish their vocabulary. This game is also recommended for those preparing for IELTS or TOEFL test.
How to find and use Google Word Coach?
1. Simply search for Google Word Coach and you'll find a question with two alternative answer options on the top of search results page.
2. Click on what you deem correct.
3. If you select the correct option, the box will turn green with a small tick on the left side and Google will add score. Otherwise, the box will turn red with a small cross.
4. Have you selected the wrong answer? No issue. Once you complete the round (five questions), you can expand the details to see meanings of the words. What's more is that Google will remember your loose ends and will bombard you with those questions again and again. When Google is determined to improve your vocabulary, there is no way out!
There are three main types of questions: identify which word is similar to x, which word is the opposite of x, and which image represents x (x=word in question). At first Google will test you with easy words----then, with each round, more dfficult words will be introduced.
Does Google Word Coach really improve vocabulary?
Don't take my word, take the word of the researchers! Suryadi et al., (2020), designed an experiment where students from class XI were taught English vocabulary using this game. They concluded that the students vocabulary mastery and speaking skills improved considerably when this game was employed.
Happy learning!
Source:
Suryadi, S., Widyaningrum, W., & Erlangga, F. (2020). The Effects of Google Word Coach Game and Vocabulary Mastery on Students’ Speaking Skill. Ethical Lingua: Journal of Language Teaching and Literature, 7(1), 92-100. https://doi.org/10.30605/25409190.146
Definitely going to try this out
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