EFFECTS OF GAMIFIED ACTIVITIES ON VOCABULARY DEVELOPMENT AMONG UZBEK LEARNERS

This article examines the effects of gamified activities on vocabulary development among Uzbek learners studying English as a foreign language. Gamification has become an innovative teaching approach that increases learner motivation, participation, and engagement through game-based elements such as points, rewards, badges, quizzes, and competitions. The study analyzes how gamified classroom activities and digital applications influence vocabulary acquisition and retention among Uzbek students. The findings show that gamification positively affects learners’ motivation, improves vocabulary memorization, and creates a more interactive learning environment. The article also discusses the challenges and advantages of implementing gamification in English language classrooms in Uzbekistan.