O uso do aplicativo Duolingo para a aprendizagem de línguas estrangeiras no Ensino Médio

Abstract

Historically, foreign language education in Brazil has faced significant challenges, resulting in the majority of the Brazilian population not being bilingual, despite the mandatory inclusion of English in school curricula. In light of this situation, a change in the methodology of English language teaching for Basic Education students becomes necessary. Hence, this teaching project is proposed to leverage technology and gamification, employing the Duolingo app for foreign language learning in High School. This work aims to demonstrate the need for a shift in methods employed by English language teachers, with the primary objectives being the utilization of Duolingo to expand students' vocabulary and support those lagging behind or facing difficulties in learning English. To achieve these goals, a series of activities, divided into various stages, are proposed, with the teacher playing a crucial role in the successful project development and the fulfillment of the proposed objectives. Ultimately, the implementation of the project is expected to be facilitated for the teacher, and upon completion, it is hoped that the teacher evaluates the project as beneficial, and students perceive the experience as positive, having enhanced their English language skills and acquired new knowledge.