The Use of the Hedbanz Game as a Learning Media to Train German Vocabulary for Grade XI.C Students at SMA Katolik Frateran Malang

Abstract

This study aims to determine the activities and student responses related to the use of Hedbanz game in learning German vocabulary in class XI. C students of Frateran Catholic High School Malang. The research method used is qualitative descriptive. The data sources in this study were 20 students. The data were obtained through observation of students' activities and responses. The observation was conducted to see students' involvement and enthusiasm during the use of the Hedbanz game in the vocabulary learning process. Meanwhile, the questionnaire was used to find out the learners' response to the use of the game. The observation results showed that most learners were enthusiastic and actively involved in the Hedbanz game. The questionnaire data showed positive perceptions from the learners, where they considered the Hedbanz game fun and helped them learn new vocabulary more effectively. The integration of the findings from both data sources concludes that the use of the Hedbanz game is able to increase learners' engagement, motivation and understanding of German vocabulary. Although there are limitations in the sample size and focus on one type of game, this study supports the use of active and fun learning methods to improve the foreign language teaching and learning process.