COMPARISON OF THE EFFICIENCY OF USING THE INTERNET SERVICES WORDWALL AND KAHOOT! DURING TEACHING A FOREIGN LANGUAGE IN A HIGHER EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION OF SES OF UKRAINE

Abstract

The article addresses the topical issue of integrating digital technologies into the educational process of higher education institutions, specifically the use of interactive online services for teaching foreign languages. A comprehensive comparative analysis of two popular platforms, WordWall and Kahoot!, has been conducted. The aim of the study is to determine the level of their effectiveness and suitability for application in the process of foreign language learning by students in higher education institutions. Within the framework of the chosen research methodology, a detailed analysis of the functional capabilities of both specified platforms was carried out. This includes a review of the available task types, customization options, possibilities for integrating multimedia content, and tools for tracking student progress. As a result of the analysis, the key advantages and disadvantages of each service were identified, which allows for an objective assessment of their strengths and weaknesses in the context of the educational process. Particular attention is paid to the analysis of the suitability of these online services for the implementation of various didactic tasks aimed at forming and improving key language skills. In particular, the possibilities of using WordWall and Kahoot! for the development of lexical and grammatical knowledge and skills, as well as for improving reading, listening, and speaking skills, are considered. The ways in which interactive task formats can contribute to increasing student motivation and their engagement in foreign language learning are analyzed.