EXAMINING THE POTENTIAL OF DIGITAL FLASHCARDS FOR VOCABULARY LEARNING

Abstract

This article focuses on a comprehensive study of the potential of digital flashcards for vocabulary learning. For a systematic self-examination and tracking the progress of vocabulary learning in one of the groups of the Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation, students used the Quizlet mobile application. The data resulting from the study showed that the students from the experimental group received higher scores in tests checking the level of new specialized terminology retention. It is also noted that two main factors influence the efficiency of learning and self-assessment using digital flashcards: the amount of practice and the spent time. For this reason, this method of learning vocabulary was more effective for motivated students who were willing to spend time creating flashcards according to the learning purpose and to practice frequently to strengthen their memory and expand their vocabulary.