STUDENTS’ VIEWS ON QUIZLET AS A LEARNING MEDIUM TO ENHANCE LEGAL ENGLISH VOCABULARY ACQUISITION
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Abstract
Legal English vocabulary acquisition is considered one of the most intriguing topics in English for specific purposes learning due to its distinctive features related to the legal field. Yet, this area has not received adequate attention from learners in determining the effective techniques to boost the legal English vocabulary learning process. Therefore, this study concentrated on clarifying English majors' attitudes towards Quizlet utilization in their legal English vocabulary acquisition in the context of legal English courses at Hanoi Law University, Vietnam. In order to achieve the ultimate purpose, the study adopted both quantitative and qualitative approach with the main data collection instruments of survey questionnaires and semi-structured interview to get insight into the situation. The study provided several remarkable findings, which were consistent with the empirical ones in the literature. Specifically, it is apparently indicated that while a large number of students found Quizlet stimulating and effective, others were still not familiar with this application in learning legal English vocabulary. In the light of these findings, it is highly recommended that both English majors and lecturers in law institutions apply and incorporate Quizlet into the learning and teaching process to enhance legal English vocabulary acquisition.
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legal English vocabulary, Quizlet, students’ views, acquisition, Hanoi Law University
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Amiryousefi, M. (2015). Individuality in higher education: The use of the multiple-mnemonic method to enhance ESP students’ vocabulary development (depth and size) and retention. Applied Research on English Language, 4(1), 45-58.
Andarab, M. S. (2017). The effect of using Quizlet flashcards on learning English vocabulary. Proceedings of 113th The IIER International Conference. Frankfurt, Germany.
Anjaniputra, A. G., & Salsabila, V. A. (2018). The merits of Quizlet for vocabulary learning at tertiary level. Indonesian EFL Journal, 4(2), 1-11. https://doi.org/10.25134/ieflj.v4i2.1370
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Bancroft-Billings, S. (2020). Identifying spoken technical legal vocabulary in a law school classroom. English for Specific Purposes, 60(1). 9-25. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.esp.2020.04.003
Barr, B. W. B. (2016). Checking the effectiveness of Quizlet as a tool for vocabulary learning. The Center of EFL Journal, 1(2), 36-48. https://doi.org/10.15045/ELF_0020104
Başoğlu, E. B., & Akdemir, O. (2010). A comparison of undergraduate students' English vocabulary learning: Using mobile phones and flash cards. Turkish Online Journal of Educational Technology-TOJET, 9(3), 1-7.
Behol, M., & Dad, H. (2010). Effectiveness of structural method of teaching vocabulary. English Language Teaching, 3(9), 127-150. https://doi.org/10.5539/elt.v3n3p125
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Chirobocea, O. (2018). Translation as language learning technique and the use of L1 in ESP classes. Ovidius University Annals, Economic Sciences Series, 18(5), 321-323.
Christanti, E. J. (2018). The use of Quizlet application as learning medium to improve English vocabulary mastery for eleventh grade in SMAN 4 Yogyakarta [Unpublished master’s thesis]. Sanata Dharma University.
Çinar, I., & Asım, A. (2019). The effects of Quizlet on secondary school students’ vocabulary learning and attitudes towards English. Asian Journal of Instruction, 7(2), 60-73.
Clark, M. (2013). The use of technology to support vocabulary development of English language learners. Education Masters, 17(2), 238-239. https://fisherpub.sjfc.edu/education_ETD_masters/238
Constantinou, E., & Sophocleous, S. (2020). The use of digital technology in ESP: Current practices and suggestions for ESP teacher education. The Journal of Teaching English for Specific and Academic Purposes, 8(1), 17-29. https://doi.org/10.22190/JTESAP2001017K
Coxhead, A. (2018). Vocabulary and English for specific purposes research: Quantitative and qualitative perspectives. Routledge.
Crossley, S. A., & Salsbury, T. (2010). Using lexical indices to predict produced and not produced words in second language learners. The Mental Lexicon, 5(1), 115-147. https://doi.org/10.1075/ml.5.1.05cro
Dizon, G. (2016). Quizlet in the EFL classroom: Enhancing academic vocabulary acquisition of Japanese university students. Teaching English with Technology, 16(2), 40-56.
Fursenko, T., Bystrova, B., & Druz, Y. (2021). Integrating Quizlet into aviation English course. Advanced Education, 8(17), 118–127. https://doi.org/10.20535/2410-8286.217990
Gill, P., Stewart, K., Treasure, E., & Chadwick, B. (2008). Methods of data collection in qualitative research: Interviews and focus groups. British Dental Journal, 204(2), 291–295. https://doi.org/10.1038/bdj.2008.192
Golonka, E. M., Bowles, A. R., Frank, V. M., Richardson, D. L., & Freynik, S. (2014). Technologies for foreign language learning: A review of technology types and their effectiveness. Computer Assisted Language Learning, 27(1), 71-105.
Handayani, N. F. (2018). Improving English vocabulary for second graders using pictures at SD Pangudi Luhur Jakarta, Journal of English Teaching, 4(1), 232-243. https://doi.org/10.33541/jet.v4i1.787
Hikmah, D. (2019). Quizlet: A digital media for learning informatics terms. International Journal of English Education and Linguistics, 1(1), 1-9.
Ismailova, K., Gleason, K., Provotorova, P., & Matukhin, P. (2017). The use of online Quizlet.com resource tools to support native English speaking students of engineering and medical departments in accelerated RFL teaching and learning. Mechanics, Materials Science & Engineering Journal, 7(9), 233-244. https://doi.org/10.26858/ijole.v4i2.10052
Kakoulli Constantinou, E., & Papadima-Sophocleous, S. (2020). The use of digital technology in ESP: Current practices and suggestions for ESP teacher education. The Journal of Teaching English for Specific and Academic Purposes, 8(1), 17-29. https://doi.org/10.22190/JTESAP2001017K
Kose, T., Cimen, E., & Mede, E. (2016). Perceptions of EFL learners about using an online tool for vocabulary learning in EFL classrooms: A pilot project in Turkey. Procedia-Social and Behavioral Sciences, 232, 362–372. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.sbspro.2016.10.051
Lam, E. T. C., Wang, L. C. C, & Zhao, X. W. (2018). Students’ perception of Quizlet as a Chinese learning tool: A preliminary study. International Journal of Technology Enhanced Learning, 10(1-2), 128-136. https://doi.org/10.1504/IJTEL.2018.088342
Lander, B. (2016). Quizlet: What the students think – a qualitative data analysis. In S. Papadima-Sophocleous, L. Bradley, & S. Thouësny (Eds.), CALL communities and culture – short papers from EUROCALL 2016 (pp. 254–259). Research-publishing.net. https://doi.org/10.14705/rpnet.2016.eurocall2016.571
Luu, Q. K., & Doan, T. N. N. (2021). Use of Quizlet outside class in enhancing ESFL learners’ vocabulary learning: A case study. International Journal of E-learning Practices, 4, 22-32.
Ma, H. A., & Truong, B. H. (2016). Using Quizlet in learning English vocabulary for students at the faculty of English [Undergraduate honors thesis]. Hanoi National University of Education.
Mattila, H. E. S. (2006). Comparative legal linguistics: Language of law. Latin and Modern Lingua Francas.
Mellinkoff, D. (1965). The language of the law. Little Brown and Company.
Mellinkoff, D. (2004). The language of the law. Resource Publications.
Montaner-Villalba, S. (2019). The use of Quizlet to enhance vocabulary in the English language classroom. In F. Meunier, J. Van de Vyver, L. Bradley & S. Thouësny (Eds), CALL and complexity – short papers from EUROCALL 2019 (pp. 304-309). Research-publishing.net. https://doi.org/10.14705/rpnet.2019.38.1027
Nagy, W., & Townsend, D. (2012). Words as tools: Learning academic vocabulary as language acquisition. Reading Research Quarterly, 47(1), 91–108.
Nation, P. (2001). Learning vocabulary in another language. Cambridge University Press.
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Nguyen, T. T., Nguyen, D. T., Nguyen, D. L. Q. K., Mai, H. H., Le, T. T. X., & Dao, N. A. D. (2020). Quizlet as a tool for enhancing autonomous learning of English vocabulary. AsiaCALL Online Journal, 13(1), 150-165. https://doi.org/10.54855/acoj221319
Nguyen, T. T. H. (2022). The use of smartphone applications in learning English vocabulary of first-year students at VNU international school. VNU Journal of Foreign Studies, 38(3), 165-174. Retrieved from https://jfs.ulis.vnu.edu.vn/index.php/fs/article/view/4848
Nunan, D. (1999). Second language teaching and learning. Heinle & Heinle.
Pham, T. N., & Duong, D. T. (2022). Using Kahoot! In vocabulary learning: Evidence from a Vietnamese higher education context. VNU Journal of Foreign Studies, 38(3), 138-152. Retrieved from https://jfs.ulis.vnu.edu.vn/index.php/fs/article/view/4853.
Rejeki, S., Kistrina, D., & Wijayanto, A. (2020). Perception of vocational students toward the use of Duolingo and Quizlet to improve their words bank. iNELTAL Conference Proceedings, 3(4), 102-108.
Rezaei, A., Mai, N., & Ahmad, P. (2014). The effect of mobile applications on English vocabulary acquisition. Technology Journal: Sciences & Engineering, 68(2), 73- 83. https://doi.org/10.11113/jt.v68.2912
Sanosi, A. B. (2018). The effect of Quizlet on vocabulary acquisition. Asian Journal of Education and e-Learning, 6(4). https://doi.org/10.24203/AJEEL.V6I4.5446
Sari, D. E., Ftriani, S. A., & Saputra, R. C. (2020). Active and interactive learning through Quizlet and Kahoot. Social Science, Education and Humanities Research, 4(5), 118-120.
Sari, D. E. (2019). Quizlet: Smartphone-based applications for the millennial generation. Journal of Education and Social Sciences, 29(1), 9–15.
Schmitt, N. (2000). Vocabulary in language teaching. Cambridge University Press.
Synekop, O. (2020). Webquest as technology of differentiated ESP instruction at university level. The Journal of Teaching English for Specific and Academic Purposes, 8(1), 43-52. https://doi.org/10.22190/JTESAP2001043S
Vargas, J. M. (2011). Modern learning: Quizlet in the social studies classroom. Wichita State University.
Veretina-Chiriac, I. (2012). Characteristics and features of legal English vocabulary. Scientific Journal of the State University of Moldova, 4(54). Retrieved January 15, 2022, from https://humanities.studiamsu.md/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/20.-p.103-107.pdf
Wahjuningsih, E. (2018). Quizlet as a mall platform foreign language: Enhancing students’ vocabulary. The 15th JETA International Conference Proceedings, 45-51.
Woodrow, L. (2018). Introducing course design in English for specific purposes. Routledge, Taylor & Francis Group.