I.G.A. Lokita
Purnamika Utami
Email: lokita.purnamika@yahoo.com
English Education
Department, Ganesha University of Education (UNDIKSHA), Singaraja
Abstract:
This paper reports the project creating
anthology of crosswords puzzle to maintain or improve Semantic Verbal Fluency
(henceforth: SVF). SVF is a contributor of communication skill both verbal and
written which is very important for many graduates as well as employers. It is
the ability to generate words on the basis of share meaning. Crossword puzzle
is the most word puzzle that can be found easily in any daily newspaper or
magazine. However, studies have revealed that crossword is not merely a game
but also a tool to sharpen SVF and linguistic ability. It is believed that
performing simple crossword on regular basis may improve SVF functioning. The
anthology is developed for learners or people who want to have a non formal
learning to support their linguistic ability. The project is carried out with
the purpose of providing a source for informal learning and not formal learning
as it happens in the classrooms. However, to achieve its aforementioned goal
this anthology is to be used for regular activity. The crosswords practice help
the intended users improve their linguistic ability by activating their
cognitive faculties and functioning specific brain structure which play
important role in language production.
Keywords: crossword, semantic verbal fluency
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