The Use of Electronic Mind Maps to Develop EFL Students’ Vocabulary

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https://doi.org/10.54855/paic.24610

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mind map, vocabulary, vocabulary knowledge scale, autonomous learning

Abstract

These days, the advancement of technology allows mind map creation on mobile apps or online platforms, which saves time and creates enjoyment for users. Literature indicates that electronic mind maps positively affect second language learning in different aspects. With the use of Coggle – an online mind map creator, this study aimed to explore the influence of electronic mind maps on the English vocabulary of EFL students. Thirty-six students of non-English majors participated in this one-group pretest-post-test design pre-experimental research, which lasted ten weeks. The data collected from pre-test, post-test, and questionnaire were analyzed quantitatively by SPSS. The results revealed that electronic mind maps significantly increased the students' vocabulary and developed their autonomous learning. It is suggested that electronic mind maps should be used more in the future to help EFL learners develop their language skills.

Author Biographies

Tran Thi Nam Phuong, Faculty of Foreign Languages, Thai Nguyen University of Education, Vietnam

Tran Thi Nam Phuong is currently a lecturer at the Faculty of Foreign Languages at Thai Nguyen University of Education. She has a year of experience teaching secondary students and four years of experience teaching tertiary students. She is interested in English teaching methodology and the application of technology in assessment and teaching.

Ngo Thi Bich Ngoc, Faculty of Foreign Languages, Thai Nguyen University of Education, Vietnam

Ngo Thi Bich Ngoc is the vice dean of the Faculty of Foreign Languages at Thai Nguyen University of Education. She has 16 years of teaching experience. Her interests are teaching methodology and English teaching.

Nguyen Thi Hanh Phuc, Faculty of Foreign Languages, Thai Nguyen University of Education, Vietnam

Nguyen Thi Hanh Phuc is a lecturer at the Faculty of Foreign Languages at Thai Nguyen University of Education. She has been working at her school for 17 years. She is interested in English and Chinese teaching.

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2024-11-08

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Tran, T. N. P., Ngo, T. B. N., & Nguyen, T. H. P. (2024). The Use of Electronic Mind Maps to Develop EFL Students’ Vocabulary. Proceedings of the AsiaCALL International Conference, 6, 133–143. https://doi.org/10.54855/paic.24610

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