"These are fantastic tools! They can really enhance the learning experience. Positive feedback and tracking progress are crucial for student growth, and interactive tools like Nearpod and Wordwall make lessons more engaging and fun."
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"Play with purpose" Gamifying SEL in EFL using digital tools
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@Zakiasoomro
"Thank you so much for your thoughtful comment! -
@Shaista-Begum
Absolutely! Thoughtfully designed game-based learning can be a powerful tool for developing social-emotional skills in engaging ways. -
@HIBAT72f789a882
Thank you for recognizing these key challenges and the potential of gamification! You’ve perfectly highlighted its dual benefits, not only does it make language practice more engaging, but it also subtly strengthens social-emotional skills like collaboration and self-confidence.
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@Sanaa said
Thank you so much for your thoughtful feedback! I’m thrilled that you see the value in blending language learning with social-emotional growth through purposeful play.
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Thank you for truly seeing the heart behind ‘Play with Purpose’!
You’ve captured exactly what motivates this work: the belief that every student, especially in underserved areas, deserves learning that sparks both joy and growth.
Those statistics you mentioned? They’re not just numbers they represent real kids who now raise their hands with confidence and solve problems together with kindness.
Tools like Blooket and ClassDojo are just the vehicle; the real magic happens when students realize, ‘I’m capable, and learning can be fun.’
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@Bousl2336873cb4
Thank you so much for your incredibly thoughtful and encouraging words! You’ve perfectly captured the heart of Play with Purpose, using gamification not just to teach English, but to nurture confidence, collaboration, and joy in learning, especially in contexts where resources and exposure are limited. -
@Ridafatima95
You've captured the magic exactly! -
@Samia-mhad18 said in "Play with purpose" Gamifying SEL in EFL using digital tools:
@Sanaa said
Thank you so much for your thoughtful feedback! I’m thrilled that you see the value in blending language learning with social-emotional growth through purposeful play.
You're most welcome, Samia!
Your approach truly reflects the heart of meaningful education — where language isn't just taught, but lived through connection, creativity, and emotional understanding.Blending purposeful play with language and SEL creates such a rich, engaging learning environment. I’m excited to see how your ideas continue to inspire both students and educators alike!
Let’s keep learning and growing together!
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@Samia-mhad18
Your message truly touched me! Play with Purpose is such a powerful and beautiful vision, and the passion behind your work is truly inspiring. It’s incredible to see how you're transforming classrooms into spaces of joy, confidence, and real connection—especially for students who need it the most. The way you use tools like Blooket and ClassDojo with such purpose shows that when intention meets innovation, magic really does happen. Keep lighting the way you’re making a lasting difference!