Author: Islomova, Madinaxon Abduvali qizi

Annotation: Movement-based games are becoming increasingly important in English language teaching because they combine physical activity, communication, emotion, memory, and classroom interaction. Traditional language lessons often require learners to sit, listen, repeat, and write for a long time, which may reduce attention and motivation, especially among young learners and lower-level students. Movement-based games create a more active learning environment where students learn English through action, cooperation, competition, and meaningful use of language. This article discusses the theoretical foundations, pedagogical benefits, classroom applications, possible challenges, and practical recommendations for using movement-based games in English lessons. It argues that such games can support vocabulary learning, speaking confidence, listening comprehension, grammar practice, classroom motivation, and learner participation when they are carefully planned and connected with lesson objectives.

Keywords: movement-based games, English language teaching, kinesthetic learning, Total Physical Response, vocabulary learning, speaking skills, student motivation, active learning.

Pages in journal: 769 - 776