scholarly journals Asking and Giving Response Strategy to Improve the Elementary School Sixth Graders’ English Speaking Ability

Author(s):  
Faridah Eka Fatmala

The main problem in learning English is the lack of confidence in speaking ability, which hinders one’s mastery of English. This study aims to reveal the efficacy of employing asking and giving response strategy using English songs in improving the speaking ability of sixth graders’ students. This research was conducted using the online classroom action research method with Google Meet as the medium, held in two cycles with two meetings in each cycle. The result of this examination indicates that the strategy of asking and giving response using English songs can improve the English-speaking ability of sixth graders’ students.

Author(s):  
Pamadya Vitasmoro

<p><em>Speaking is one of the English skills which are taught at school. It means that English can be taught at Elementary school based on the needs of the school. In Elementary school, teacher teaches four language skills such as: listening, speaking, reading and writing to make students to be competence in English by mastering those four skills.</em></p><p><em>The students of Islamic Elementary School Miftahul Mubtadiien Islamiyah Banyakan faced some problems of speaking, such as they are afraid of making mistakes, they are shy of speak with other students, and they are low in speaking ability. </em></p><p><em>This study applied Classroom Action Research. The objectives of this study is to describe how small group can improve students’ English speaking of the </em><em>sixth  grade students </em><em>of Islamic Elementary School Miftahul Mubtadiien Islamiyah Banyakan, Kediri. In the </em><em>sixth grade in which researcher found problem in the class and try to find the solution. </em><em>The students of sixth grade students of Islamic Elementary School Miftahul Mubtadiin Islamiyah Banyakan Kediri. There are 28 students totally. There are divided into male and female. 12 students are male and 16 students are female.</em><em> </em><em>This was conducted in two cycles: the first cycle consists of three meetings and so was the second cycle. </em><em></em></p><em>The result of the research shows that (1) small group could improve students’ speaking ability in term of raising students’ achievement in the case of (a) fluency, (b) accuracy (pronunciation and Intonation) (2) small group can improve class situation, in term of (a) students’ interaction when having and responding teacher’s questions, (b) being active in small group activities, (c) being more attentive to the speaking class, (d) and the absence of students who were late and went out during speaking class, and (e) the unobservable dominancy of the teacher.</em>


2017 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 162-175
Author(s):  
Majidatun Ahmala

The strategy used by the teacher is the teacher’s efforts to make learning activities more active and effective. Therefore, a pictorial conversation strategy is chosen to make the learning activities can be planned in detail by utilizing the experience, stimuli and senses of students who are able to bring the student’s imagination to the new vocabulary they have learned. Thus, this strategy can be a means for teachers and students to expand all innovation, creativity and freedom of expression of the forms of conversation that students want to give the new vocabulary to be learned. This study uses the Classroom Action Research method with the following steps; (1) Observation; (2) design of teaching plans; (3) implementation; (4) supervision; (5) reflection; (6) evaluation. This research was conducted in Nurul Islam elementary school in Sukodono-Sidoarjo, East Java.  The purpose of this study is, (1) to uncover the pictorial conversation strategy in solving problems of students who have difficulty in remembering the vocabulary that has been learned; (2) fostering interest in reading and speaking in Arabic, because this strategy is equipped with images that will attract student’s attention, and (3) knowing how effective this strategy can be used in the world of education, especially in the process of learning Arabic.


2020 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 26
Author(s):  
Purniadi Putra ◽  
Syafrudin Syafrudin

The purpose of this study is to contribute to the ability to read Al-Qur'an for MI children on the subject of the Al-Qur'an Hadith because reading the Al-Qur'an becomes the flagship program at MI Muhammadiyah Ketapang. This research method uses descriptive qualitative research on classroom action research (CAR). The results of this study are the Scramble Learning model in the Al-Qur'an-Hadith which has an influence in improving the competence in reading short surah choices after applying the Scramble model proven research results show that the level of competence in reciting and reading Al-Quran verses in subjects Al-Qur'an Hadith cycle I reached 91.3% enough category and cycle II there was an increase in achieving Al-Quran reading with Al-Qur'an Hadith students obtained 91.5% very good category.


2017 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 82 ◽  
Author(s):  
Erinca Simarmata ◽  
Siane Indriani

<p>Through an observation done of fifth graders in an elementary school at Karawaci, Tangerang, it was found that the students did not show much motivation in learning English in the classroom. They did not show interest in doing their tasks and they did not show respect while doing activities with their friends during lesson times. Motivation is important in energizing, directing, and sustaining (good) behavior of students during the learning process in the classroom. Therefore, the researcher decided to use a relay race game to solve the problem. It was expected that through the relay race game, the students’ motivation would be increased and how the steps of the game would increase the students’ motivation in learning English. The method used was Classroom Action Research and data was collected by using several instruments, such as an observation checklist done by the mentor and researcher’s partner, questionnaires done by the students, and reflective journals done by the researcher. After conducting the research, the results showed that the motivation of students learning English increased using a relay race game and the steps of the game must be done consistently to make it effective.</p><p><em><span class="showMoreLessContentElement" style="display: inline;">BAHASA INDONESIA ABSTRAK: </span>Selama masa pengamatan yang dilakukan di kelas V di sebuah sekolah dasar di Tangerang, ditemukan bahwa siswa tidak menunjukkan ketertarikan terhadap pelajaran dan usaha dalam mengerjakan tugas- tugas di kelas. Siswa tidak menunjukkan motivasi yang besar dalam pembelajaran Bahasa Inggris di kelas. Metode yang diadakan oleh peneliti adalah Penelitian Tindakan Kelas (PTK). Tujuan penelitian adalah untuk mengetahui bagaimana permainan Relay Race dapat meningkatkan motivasi belajar siswa dalam belajar Bahasa Inggris dan bagaimana prosedur permainan Relay Race diterapkan di pembelajaran tersebut. Instrumen yang digunakan adalah observasi checklist oleh mentor dan rekan peneliti, kuisioner oleh siswa, dan jurnal refleksi oleh peneliti. Setelah mengadakan penelitian ini, hasil yang diperoleh adalah bahwa motivasi siswa dalam belajar Bahasa Inggris dapat meningkat menggunakan permainan Relay Race.</em></p>


2020 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 175
Author(s):  
Srundi Akbar Zaenuri ◽  
Nur Alamsyah

Vocabulary is  a very important part of learning English that must be mastered by students to communicate well. This research try to analyze (1) discussions that often occur in pronunciation of vocabulary for students using the flash cards method; (2) implementing learning to read vocabulary in speaking skills; (3) learning evaluation system for pronunciatio1n of vocabulary for students using the flash cards method; (4) Improving pronunciation skill words to students through the flashcard method. The method used in this research was classroom action research (CAR). The research method also aims to memorize quickly the vocabulary they receive is important vocabulary they want for the continuity of learning English using the flashcard method. The results showed that students' vocabulary understanding improved after they were taught using flash cards Keywords:    Vocabulary,Flashcard, CAR


2015 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 93
Author(s):  
Juniar Siregar

This study presents a research report on improving students’ Learning results on IPA through Video. The objective was to find out whether students’ learning result improved when they are taught by using Video. It was conducted using classroom action research method. The subject of the study was the Grade IV students of SDN 187/IV Kota Jambi which is located on Jln. Adi Sucipto RT 05 Kecamatan Jambi Selatan, and the number of the students were 21 persons. The instruments used were test. In analyzing the data, the mean of the students’ score for the on fisrt sycle was 65,4 (42,85%) and the mean on cycle two was 68,5 (37,15%) and the mean of the third cycle was 81,4 (100%). Then it can be concluded that the use of video on learning IPA can improve the students’ learning result. It is suggested that teachers should use video as one of the media to improve students’ learning result on IPA.Keywords : IPA, students’ learning result, video


2017 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 389
Author(s):  
Otang Kurniaman ◽  
Eddy Noviana

Implementation of the 2013 curriculum is very different from the previous curriculum, there are still many obstacles that we know greatly affect the learning outcomes, both in terms of media used, the assessment in the 2013 curriculum is more complicated than the previous curriculum then the methods used to convey the learning materials that want to be taught not effective or even incompatible with the material to be conveyed. This research method is a classroom action research conducted in improving the learning process, with four meetings. The assessment taken in this study is an evaluation evaluation of each meeting in the form of attitudinal value, value of knowledge and skill value based on teacher's book on theme 4 "Healthy is Important" with sub theme 1 "Importance of Health and Environment". On the attitudes that appear attitude of self-confidence, curiosity and independence Already entrusted by 20.68% confidence, and curiosity while mandated 6.2% lower because students are still not familiar with the implementation of the curriculum 2013. Results of student knowledge seen the development in excellent value at the first meeting of 36.4%, at the second meeting decreased to 30.3%, while at the third meeting experienced a 52.25% increase again. While on the results of these students' skills on four meetings emerged every meeting with a very good category at the first meeting of 18.1%, at the second meeting increased to 27.3%, the third meeting decreased to 20.68%, while at the fourth meeting increased again by 65.62%.


2018 ◽  
Vol 2 (3) ◽  
pp. 331
Author(s):  
Ensiawati Ensiawati

Research problem is the low skill of writing poetry student in class V SDN 005 Koto Sentajo. The aim of thestudy is to improve poetry writing skills. The research method is classroom action research. The results of thefirst meeting data on the first cycle with a percentage of 39%, at the second meeting in cycle I percentage of61%, on the second cycle at the first meeting of 89% and increased to 93%, while the student activity on the firstcycle of the first meeting of 60% , increased to 71% at the second meeting. In cycle II, the first meeting of 89%increased to 92% student activity at the second meeting. Students complete in classical completeness of poetry inthe first daily re-completion reached 55% to 73% complete with classical thorough category. The conclusion ofthe research is that the application of contextual approach can improve poetry writing skills.


Author(s):  
Danang Prastyo ◽  
Rarasaning Satianingsih ◽  
Ida Sulistyawati ◽  
Arif Mahya Fanny

Professional teachers can be seen from the ability of teachers to produce quality Classroom Action Research (CAR). If seen not all teachers are able to produce research in accordance with CAR standards. Through Community Service Program, Unipa Surabaya PGSD Study Program with the theme of Classroom Action Research Writing (CAR) for Elementary School Teachers in Gayungan II Elementary School in Surabaya is expected to help teachers in producing quality CAR. From the results of the training that has been carried out, it seems that the enthusiasm of the SDN Gayungan 2 Surabaya teacher in following the CAR was very good. The majority of participants felt they needed to get CAR training. Participants feel the benefits after receiving CAR training.


2019 ◽  
Vol 8 (2) ◽  
pp. 435
Author(s):  
Lystia Nurhaliza Hasibuan ◽  
R. Triyanto ◽  
Raden Burhan ◽  
Mangatas Mangatas

AbstrakPenelitian ini dilaksanakan di SMK Negeri 9 Medan, Jenis penelitian yaitu Penelitian Tindakan Kelas. Subjek penelitian ini adalah siswa kelas X DKV 1 yang berjumlah 36 orang siswa terdiri dari 20 laki-laki dan 16 perempuan, Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan hasil belajar sketsa, melalui motode demonstrasi dan latihan. Berdasarkan hasil observasi awal yang di temukan oleh peneliti, masih rendahnya hasil belajar sketsa siswa. Peneliti melakukan pre test untuk mengetahui kondisi awal sebelum dilaksanakannya tindakan persiklus. Hasil pre test menunjukkan masih rendahnya ketuntasan belajar siswa, dari 36 orang siswa hanya 7 orang siswa (19,4%) yang tuntas dalam pembelajaran sketsa. Penelitian ini menggunakan motode pembelajaran demonstrasi dan latihan. Pada siklus I diperoleh 24 orang siswa (66,7%) yang tuntas dan 12 orang siswa (33,3%) yang tidak tuntas. Dengan begitu, peneliti melanjutkan ke siklus II dengan perolehan 35 orang siswa (97,2%) yang tuntas dan 1 orang siswa (2,8%) tidak tuntas dalam pembelajaran sketsa. Terdapat peningkatan dari siklus I ke siklus II sebesar 30,5%, maka peneliti tidak melanjutkan ke siklus berikutnya. Dengan demikian dapat disimpulkan bahwa penggunaan motode pembelajaran demonstrasi dan latihan dapat meningkatkan kemampuan belajar sketsa pada siswa kelas X DKV 1 di SMK Negeri 9 Medan Tahun Pembelajaran 2019/2020.Kata Kunci: hasil belajar, sketsa, demonstrasi, latihan.AbstractThis research was conducted at SMK Negeri 9 Medan. The research employs a classroom action research method. The research subject was the ten grade students of DKV 1 with a total of 36 students consist of 20 men and 16 women. This research aims to improve skectch learning outcomes through demonstration and training method. Based on the results of preliminary observations found by researcher, the researcher found the low student sketch learning outcomes. The researcher used a pre-test to determine the initial conditions before the pre-cycle action was carried out. The result of pre-test showed that students' learning completeness was still low. From 36 students only 7 students (19,4%) who complete in sketching learning. This research was taught by using demonstration and training learning method. In cycle I, there were 24 students (66,7%) was complete and 12 students (33,3%) was incomplete. Therefore, the researcher proceed to cycle II with the acquisition of 35 students (97,2%) was complete and 1 students (2,8%) was incomplete in sketch learning. There was increase from cycle I to cycle II of 30,5%, the researcher does not proceed to the next cycle. Thus, it can be concluded that the use of demonstration and training method can improve the ability in sketch learning of the ten grade students DKV I at SMK Negeri 9 Medan in the academic year 2019/2020. Keywords: learning outcomes, sketch, demonstration, training.


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