The Effect of Using the Cooperative Learning Group Strategy ( Learning Circles ) A Study of Fifth Primary Pupils' Vocabulary Acquisition in English
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This study examines the effect of the Learning Circles strategy on vocabulary acquisition of the English language as a second language. In addition, it examined the level of vocabulary knowledge required to communicate effectively in a foreign language. Based on the researcher's personal experience in the classroom, the researcher found that pupils had weak linguistic expressions, which inspired him to employ the Learning Circles strategy, which involves exposure to the foreign language as well as ample opportunities for using it.
An experimental design divided into two groups was used by the researcher. A random group was selected by the researcher. A total of (60) male 5th graders are divided into two groups for a period of 12 weeks. In order to control the experiment, the researcher taught both groups directly. As a result of the statistical analysis and data analysis (SPSS), it was determined that there were statistically significant differences between vocabulary acquisition tests in the post-test for both groups, and the experimental group scored higher on the post-test.
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