INVESTIGATING HOW CREATIVE WRITING EXERCISES CAN IMPROVE LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY AND SELF-EXPRESSION
Keywords:
creative writing, vocabulary proficiency, language learning, active engagement, contextual applicationAbstract
This study investigates the effectiveness of incorporating creative writing exercises into language learning curriculum to enhance vocabulary proficiency among students. Using a mixed-methods approach, the researchers surveyed 8 senior-level English philology students to explore their perceptions and experiences regarding the impact of creative writing on vocabulary development. The findings indicate that the majority of participants believe creative writing activities, such as short story writing and poetry composition, are more effective for vocabulary expansion compared to traditional rote memorization methods. The results suggest that the active engagement and contextualized application of new words inherent in creative writing tasks can lead to significant improvements in learners' vocabulary proficiency.
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