TRADITIONAL TEACHING VS GAME-BASED LEARNING IN SECONDARY SCHOOL ENGLISH CLASSROOMS

Abstract

This study compares two approaches to teaching English in secondary school: traditional instruction and the use of educational games. The aim was to find out which method works better for improving student motivation and classroom engagement. Two groups of students were taught the same material using different methods. One group followed a standard lesson format with explanations and exercises, while the other group learned through games and interactive activities. Observations, short quizzes and student feedback were used to evaluate the results. The findings show that students in the game-based group were more active and interested in the lessons, although both groups made progress. The article discusses when each method might be more useful and suggests ways to combine them in practice