Exams are generally associated with great anxiety and pressure; it is vital for teachers to help their students find equilibrium within themselves and develop skills meant to show students how to get used to exams. Our experience with exams can be helpful for our students when they want to prepare for an exam. It is important for teachers to teach their students how to consolidate their study habits; in this way, students are encouraged to learn in a much more efficient way.
Gamification and Student Motivation: Practical Strategies for EFL Teachers
The integration of gamification into English as a Foreign Language (EFL) teaching has become increasingly popular as educators seek innovative ways to enhance student motivation and engagement. By incorporating game elements such as points, badges, leaderboards, challenges and rewards into classroom instruction, teachers can create dynamic learning environments that encourage active participation and improve language acquisition. This paper examines the relationship between gamification and student motivation in the EFL classroom, focusing on practical strategies that teachers can implement with teenage learners. It discusses the educational benefits of game-based learning, including increased learner engagement, enhanced vocabulary retention, improved communicative competence and greater learner autonomy. Furthermore, the paper presents practical classroom applications using digital tools and collaborative activities while also addressing potential challenges associated with gamified instruction. The study concludes that when thoughtfully integrated into communicative language teaching, gamification represents an effective pedagogical approach capable of transforming English lessons into motivating and meaningful learning experiences.
De la reguli la joacă – jocul didactic, un aliat al profesorului de limbă engleză
Predarea gramaticii limbii engleze reprezintă o provocare pentru orice profesor, deoarece elevii percep adesea regulile gramaticale ca fiind dificile și lipsite de atractivitate. Integrarea jocurilor didactice în procesul instructiv-educativ transformă însă lecțiile într-o experiență dinamică și motivantă, în care învățarea se realizează prin colaborare, comunicare și descoperire. Articolul evidențiază beneficiile utilizării jocurilor în predarea gramaticii limbii engleze și oferă exemple de activități și resurse digitale care pot fi integrate cu succes în activitatea de la clasă.
Study on BBC Learning English as a Resource for the Teen EFL Classroom
The integration of authentic digital resources into English language teaching has become increasingly important in response to the evolving educational needs of today’s learners. Teenagers, as digital natives, benefit from engaging, flexible and multimedia-rich learning environments that foster both language development and learner motivation. Among the numerous online platforms available to English teachers, BBC Learning English has established itself as a reliable and comprehensive resource offering free, high-quality materials for learners of different proficiency levels. The platform provides videos, podcasts, news-based lessons, grammar explanations, pronunciation practice, vocabulary activities and interactive quizzes that support the development of all four language skills.
Integrarea certificărilor ICDL în activitatea didactică – experiențe și beneficii din practica educațională
Transformarea digitală a educației impune profesorilor nu doar utilizarea tehnologiei în procesul didactic, ci și formarea unor competențe digitale autentice, relevante pentru dezvoltarea personală și profesională a elevilor. În acest context, certificarea ICDL (International Certification of Digital Literacy), cunoscută anterior sub denumirea ECDL, reprezintă unul dintre cele mai recunoscute standarde internaționale pentru evaluarea și certificarea competențelor digitale.
Study on the Benefits of Using Kahoot! in English Language Teaching at B1-B2 Level
The integration of digital technologies into English language teaching has significantly transformed classroom practices, providing teachers with innovative tools that enhance learner engagement and improve educational outcomes. Among these tools, Kahoot! has emerged as one of the most widely used game-based learning platforms, offering interactive quizzes that promote active participation, immediate feedback and collaborative learning. This paper explores the educational benefits of using Kahoot! in English language classrooms at the B1–B2 proficiency levels, as defined by the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). It examines the platform’s contribution to vocabulary acquisition, grammar consolidation, reading comprehension, listening practice and learner motivation. Furthermore, the paper discusses the impact of gamification on students’ confidence, classroom interaction and formative assessment. Although certain limitations, such as technological dependence and time management, should be considered, the findings suggest that Kahoot! creates a dynamic and motivating learning environment that supports communicative competence and learner autonomy. The study concludes that integrating game-based digital tools into English language instruction can significantly enhance both teaching effectiveness and students’ overall learning experience.
Inteligența emoțională și caracteristicile acesteia
Termenul de „inteligenţă” provine din fr. intelligence, lat. intelligentia, germ. Intelligenz, rus. inteligenciia și este definit ca fiind capacitatea de a înțelege ușor și bine, de a sesiza ceea ce este esențial, de a rezolva situații sau probleme noi pe baza experienței acumulate anterior; deșteptăciune.
Termenul de „inteligenţă emoţională” a fost formulat pentru prima dată în 1985, într-o teză de doctorat, semnată de către Wayne Leon Payne, în Statele Unite ale Americii. Acesta considera că inteligenţă emoţională este o abilitate care implica o relaţionare creativă cu stările de teamă, durere şi dorinţă.
Ora de ortografie în gimnaziu: Strategii didactice, provocări și bune practici
În etapa de dezvoltare specifică gimnaziului, însușirea și consolidarea normelor ortografice reprezintă una dintre componentele fundamentale ale dezvoltării competențelor de comunicare în limba română. Ortografia nu este doar o înșiruire rigidă de reguli, ci un instrument esențial de structurare a gândirii și de exprimare clară, nuanțată și corectă. Într-o epocă marcată de viteza comunicării digitale, unde prescurtările și lipsa diacriticelor au devenit obișnuințe frecvente în mediul virtual, orei de ortografie din gimnaziu îi redevine rolul crucial de ancoră în cultivarea limbii române.
Study on Promoting Learner Autonomy Through Student-Centred Foreign Language Teaching
Student-centred learning has become a fundamental principle of contemporary foreign language education, reflecting the transition from traditional teacher-centred instruction to more interactive and learner-oriented methodologies. This paper examines the essential characteristics of student-centred approaches, emphasizing the evolving role of the teacher as a facilitator and mentor, the importance of formative assessment, and the educational value of collaborative and communicative learning environments. It also explores the major benefits of learner-centred instruction, including increased motivation, learner autonomy, communicative competence and the development of critical thinking and interpersonal skills. Furthermore, the paper discusses the challenges associated with implementing these approaches, such as heterogeneous classrooms, curriculum constraints and the integration of digital technologies. Finally, it highlights future perspectives in foreign language education, focusing on technological innovation, artificial intelligence and intercultural competence as key elements of modern language learning. The study concludes that student-centred teaching creates meaningful learning experiences that prepare learners not only for academic success but also for effective communication and lifelong learning in an increasingly globalized society.
Traditional vs. Modern Methods Used in Teaching English Language
The importance of learning foreign languages led teachers to devise new ways of teaching them. In addition to simply learning vocabulary and grammar rules, students must develop the ability to interact with other members of their social group, share information and negotiate meaning, and use language skills functionally and strategically to achieve the desired effect. To this end, the teacher simultaneously pursues a variety of aspects and skills, so that vocabulary and grammar, listening and speaking, reading and writing are taught in an integrated way. Therefore, in the practice of language teaching there are a multitude of methods that have been and are used, some more efficient, others less effective.