Lingua Trek: transforming foreign language education in Europe through digital game-based approach

<< Objectives >>Lingua Trek aims to improve the quality of English language education in Europe by promoting the use of English language in authentic contexts. The hybrid teacher professional development training will equip language teachers with an innovative method of teaching using digital games, while the implementation of the digital game will provide opportunities for students to actively use the language in real-life situations, while fostering cross-cultural understanding and appreciation. << Implementation >>WP2 aims to prepare the game scenario,and create accompanying language materials, based on the principles of digital game-based language learning.WP3 aims to create the mobile game ‘Lingua Trek’ by designing and programming a functional and user-friendly game with engaging and effective mechanics, graphics, sound and user interface.WP4 aims to provide language teachers with a hybrid training about how to effectively integrate Lingua Trek into their teaching practices.<< Results >>Lingua Trek will develop 3 project results:R1. A detailed game scenario document and accompanying learning materials outlining the game objectives that align with the principles of digital game-based language learning.R2. A fully functional mobile game that has been tested and refined through formative evaluations.R3. A hybrid teacher professional development training aiming to help teachers gain the necessary skills about how to effectively integrate Lingua Trek into their teaching practices