The Effectiveness of ‘Word Whiz: Fun with Words’ in Enhancing Vocabulary among Year 2 Remedial Pupils

This study investigates the effectiveness of Word Whiz: Fun with Words, a gamified educational module, in enhancing vocabulary acquisition among Year 2 remedial pupils in Malaysia. A purposive sample of 33 Year 2 remedial pupils participated in the intervention which was implemented over eight weeks. By using a pre-test and post-test design to assess improvements in vocabulary knowledge, the study found a significant increase in students’ vocabulary scores, with a mean score of 2.67 (SD = 2.287) in the pre-test, which increased to 8.00 (SD = 3.182) in the post-test. The paired-sample t-test showed a significance level of p < 0.001, indicating a statistically significant improvement in vocabulary acquisition. Additionally, teacher feedback highlighted increased student engagement and motivation, with teachers expressing positive perceptions of the module’s effectiveness in supporting remedial learners. These findings suggest that Word Whiz: Fun with Words can be an effective tool in improving vocabulary acquisition among Year 2 remedial pupils.