The Implementation of Duolingo Application in Learning English Vocabulary

Abstract

This study seeks to establish some reflections about learning English vocabulary with Duolingo application. On desktops, tablets, and smartphones, Duolingo is a free program that may be used to learn a variety of languages, including English, German, and Turkish. This study investigates the implementation of Duolingo application in learning English vocabulary. In order to achieve the aim of this study, the researcher used a null hypothesis, which states that there is no significant difference in vocabulary acquisition between students who use Duolingo application and those who do not. An eight-week experiment using a control group, random assignment, and posttest design was carried out to fulfill the aim of the study. The t-test for two independent samples has been used and revealed that there is a statistically significant difference in favor of the experimental group, with the calculated t-value of 4.1 being higher than the tabulated value 2 at 0.05. As a result, students' awareness of their subject matter increases, proving that utilizing Duolingo application to acquire vocabulary is more effective than a conventional method. Conclusions, recommendations, and suggestions for further research are presented at the end of the research paper.