1.6 Significance of the study
1- They break the classroom routines as they provide fun and relaxation while remaining very much within the frame of language learning.
2- They focus student attention on specific structures, grammatical patterns and vocabulary items.
3- They can function as reinforcement, review and enrichment.
4- They can be adjusted to suit individual ages and language levels of the students in the class.
5- They contribute to an atmosphere of healthy competition providing an outlet for the creative use of natural language in a non- stressful situation.
6- They can be used in any language- teaching situation and with any skill area whether reading, writing, speaking or listening.
7- They provide immediate feedback for the teacher and they insure maximum student participation for a minimum of teacher preparation.
8- Games help and encourage many learners to sustain their interest and work.
9- Games also help the teacher to create contexts in which the language is useful and meaningful.