THE EFFECT OF COLLABORATIVE LEARNING ON VOCABULARY ACQUISITION IN ENGLISH CLASSES

Abstract

This study explores the impact of collaborative learning on vocabulary acquisition among English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learners. Collaborative learning, which involves students working together to achieve shared learning goals, has gained attention as an effective pedagogical method. The research was conducted with 60 secondary school students, divided into experimental (collaborative learning) and control (traditional instruction) groups. Pre- and post-tests, observations, and student surveys were used to measure vocabulary improvement and learner attitudes. The findings suggest that collaborative learning significantly enhances vocabulary acquisition and promotes motivation, peer interaction, and deeper processing of new words.