Vocabulary development in English for primary school pupils with learning disabilities using digital storytelling

Abstract EN

This research aimed to examine vocabulary development in English for primary school pupils with learning disabilities through using digital storytelling.

a quasi-experimental approach was used to collect data.

the total number of research participants is (20) pupils.

they were selected and divided into two groups ; one is the experimental group and the other is the control group and each one consists of (10) pupils.

the researchers prepared and administered a vocabulary skills' test.

the necessary vocabulary skills for fourth grade were determined through using a checklist accepted by a jury of experts in teaching EFL and special education.

the experimental group received instruction through using digital storytelling, whereas the control group received regular instruction.

the results of the research confirmed the vocabulary development in English for fourth grade primary school pupils with learning disabilities.

thus, the aim of the research was achieved as using digital storytelling revealed a great effect size on the vocabulary skills development for the participants of the experimental group.

the significant of this research is to develop vocabulary skills for primary school pupils with learning disabilities.

also, it is expected that the research findings would present further confirmation on the signification of developing most necessary vocabulary skills in English for primary school pupils with learning disabilities.

moreover, it may contribute to attracting the attention to the importance of using digital storytelling in developing vocabulary skills.