Berdikulova Zamira Albertovna 1
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.15182591
Zenodo community: https://zenodo.org/records/15182591
Nordic_press journal: https://research.nordicuniversity.org/index.php/nordic/article/view/2285
MAQOLANI YUKLAB OLISH
SERTIFIKATNI YUKLAB OLISH
REVIEW:
The paper presented by Zamira Albertovna Berdikulova, a master’s student at the International Nordic University, offers a well-structured and insightful exploration of game-based learning (GBL) in early childhood English education. The study demonstrates both academic depth and practical relevance, especially by focusing on the psychological aspects of learning through play in preschool environments.
The author successfully integrates foundational educational theories—such as Piaget’s cognitive development and Vygotsky’s sociocultural theory—into a modern pedagogical context, making a strong case for the use of interactive, game-oriented instruction. The balance between theoretical grounding and real-world classroom examples, including case studies from both Uzbekistan and the UK, strengthens the academic value and international applicability of the research.
Particularly commendable is the paper’s focus on a range of GBL strategies, including role-playing, storytelling, physical games, songs, and digital applications. Each strategy is well-explained with consideration for how it contributes to cognitive, social, and emotional development in preschool learners. The inclusion of practical classroom observations further validates the effectiveness of the approaches discussed.
The section on challenges and recommendations is realistic and constructive, emphasizing teacher training, curriculum design, and resource adaptation as key areas for improvement. This practical perspective ensures the paper’s usefulness not only for researchers but also for practicing educators and curriculum developers.
Conclusion:
This paper is a well-researched and thoughtfully written contribution to the field of early childhood language education. Its focus on game-based learning from a psychological perspective makes it highly relevant in today’s educational landscape, where learner engagement and child-centered methods are prioritized. The paper is suitable for publication in academic journals or educational conference proceedings and will be of interest to educators, psychologists, and linguists alike.
