The use of AR elements in the study of foreign languages at the university

TL;DR

This paper explores how augmented reality (AR) technology, including virtual excursions and QR codes, enhances university students' foreign language learning by improving engagement, memorization, and communication skills.

Contribution

It introduces the integration of AR elements like virtual tours and QR codes into foreign language education at universities, highlighting benefits for diverse learning styles.

Findings

AR improves vocabulary memorization and engagement.

Virtual excursions enhance language skills and perception.

Students respond positively to AR-based learning methods.

Abstract

The article deals with the analysis of the impact of the using AR technology in the study of a foreign language by university students. It is stated out that AR technology can be a good tool for learning a foreign language. The use of elements of AR in the course of studying a foreign language, in particular in the form of virtual excursions, is proposed. Advantages of using AR technology in the study of the German language are identified, namely: the possibility of involvement of different channels of information perception, the integrity of the representation of the studied object, the faster and better memorization of new vocabulary, the development of communicative foreign language skills. The ease and accessibility of using QR codes to obtain information about the object of study from open Internet sources is shown. The results of a survey of students after virtual tours are presented. A reorientation of methodological support for the study of a foreign language at universities is proposed. Attention is drawn to the use of AR elements in order to support students with different learning styles (audio, visual, kinesthetic).