Ludics

The main purpose of this study is to analyze how ludic activities promote listening comprehension development in third graders. In order to achieve that goal, two specific objectives were stated for the study: First, to promote listening skills development through ludic based activities in third graders; and second, to encourage third graders to learn the foreign language through fun and enjoyment. The main research question addressed in this study is the following: To what extent do ludic activities help students develop listening comprehension in third graders? Additionally, two sub-questions related to the main one emerged: 1- What sort of ludic activities have a greater impact on listening comprehension development? 2- How is comprehension manifested as a result of ludic activities? The study was carried out during a month in which relevant data was collected. Six ludic activities were implemented with a sample of ten subjects, third graders, aged 7 and 9. The setting for the study was Rufino Jose Cuervo, an elementary public school located in Tunjuelito zone, at the south of Santa F de Bogot - Colombia.