Enhancing Nursing Students’ English Vocabulary Through Blended Learning With The Match Up Application

Abstract

Proficiency in English vocabulary, especially medical terminology, is crucial for professional performance and efficient communication in the context of nursing education. The purpose of this study was to outline how using the Match Up app in a blended learning environment can improve nursing students' vocabulary acquisition. Pre- and post-tests, questionnaires, classroom observations, and interviews were all used in this descriptive study design. Over the course of six weeks, the intervention combined in-person training with interactive online exercises utilizing the Match Up app. Increased post-test results demonstrated a steady growth in pupils' vocabulary competence, according to the data. High levels of student satisfaction were revealed by questionnaire replies, with participants saying that the program improved vocabulary learning's effectiveness, motivation, and enjoyment. While interviews emphasized the app's usability and its function in promoting independent learning, observational data demonstrated higher engagement and participation. All things considered, students' learning experiences became more dynamic, adaptable, and significant when the Match Up app was incorporated into blended learning environments. According to the findings, descriptive-based research can still offer insightful information about the educational benefits of gamified digital resources for teaching English for Specific Purposes (ESP).