The Effect of using the game ttechnique (Werewolf) in reducing FL anxiety
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2018
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University of Oum El Bouaghi
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This study aims at investigate foreign language anxiety experienced by the Algerian learners at the university; its negative consequences on the learner's level and achievements because recently, it has been observed that in the field of education a threat to the learner's self-esteem maybe caused by a tremendous amount of anxiety. One of the most important responsibilities of the teachers inside the classroom is to create a sufficient and enjoyable atmosphere for most of the learners by using different methods and techniques for the sake of developing their levels .In the present study , we are going to see the effect of using games techniques ,in the oral expression session ,in order to lower the level of the anxiety .The hypothesis was set as follows: students who experienced different types of games during the oral expression session, would show a remarkable improvement in lowering their anxiety level than those who are taught in the traditional way. In order to test the hypothesis, a quasi-experimental method was adopted, with second year students at L'arbi Ben M'hidi University, Oum El Bouaghi. The sample of the study is composed of 40 students who were already divided into two groups by the administration (2nd year students, group 5 as the experimental and group 3 as the control one); both groups were pre-tested and post-tested. There was a period of treatment for six sessions where the experimental group played the game "Werewolf". The data was collected and analyzed through well-known statistical tools.
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Foreign language, Language anxiety, Game Technique