Enhancing the Didactic Experience Through Edutainment in Algerian Classrooms.

Abstract

This research delves into the fascinating realm of edutainment, a hybrid concept that combines education and entertainment. With the aim of solving the problems faced when implementing edutainment into the didactic experience. This study tries to answer three questions: (1) What is the state of current didactic experience in relation to edutainment in the Algerian classroom? (2) What challenges that teachers and learners face while incorporating edutainment? (3) What are the solutions and measures that can be taken for improvement? By examining existing literature and conducting two questionnaires, the research evaluates the impact of incorporating elements of entertainment in the didactic experience. One questionnaire was administered to 54 randomly selected English learners of various grades and another was administered to 10 EFL teachers at the University Centre of Mila, Institute of Letters and Languages, Department of Foreign Languages. The results of this study shed light on the positive effects of edutainment on motivation, knowledge retention, and overall learning experience. The study also acknowledges the challenges associated with implementing edutainment approaches. It explores potential obstacles, including striking the right balance between education and entertainment, ensuring content relevance, and addressing the shortage in the technological devices for the classroom. Ultimately, the study advocates for a thoughtful and purposeful integration of edutainment by providing recommendations for future research in order to create engaging, effective, and enjoyable learning environments for learners of all ages.