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Universitas Muhammadiyah Tapanuli Selatan, Indonesia
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Students' Reading Comprehension of Descriptive Text Utilizing the SQ4R Method in Grade X at SMA Negeri 1 Batang Toru Sandi Yogi Saputra; Rahmat Huda; Happy Sri Rezeki Purba; Khairunnisah; Yasmin Cantika Khairunnisa Daulay; Feri Gunawan; Ufi Ruhama; Owanwa Khari
jurnalalfa Vol 3 No 2 (2025): December
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.64733/journalalfa.v3i2.106

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This study is prompted by the inadequate reading interest and comprehension of grade X students at SMA Negeri 1 Batang Toru regarding descriptive texts in English. The primary issues found encompass insufficient student engagement in reading, challenges in comprehending language and text content, and a restricted application of appropriate instructional tactics by the educator. The objective of this research is to evaluate the efficacy of the SQ4R method (Survey, Question, Read, Recite, Review, Reflect) in enhancing students' reading comprehension of descriptive texts. The study utilizes a quantitative methodology featuring a pre-test and post-test framework. The population comprises all Grade X students at SMA Negeri 1 Batang Toru for the 2024/2025 academic year, with the total number are 251 students. The researcher employed purposive sampling to pick grade X6 as the sample, which initially comprised 35 students; however, only 19 participated in the study. The primary data comprises reading comprehension test scores obtained prior to and subsequent to the application of the SQ4R approach. The data collection equipment comprised a reading test and questionnaires. The data analysis methods employed included descriptive statistical analysis and t-tests to assess the significance of differences between pre-test and post-test outcomes. The students' reading proficiency was commendable, and the study indicated an enhancement in the average reading comprehension score from 72.37 in the pre-test to 87.63 in the post-test following the implementation of the SQ4R approach, resulting in an elevation of students' reading ability to an excellent level. In conclusion, the SQ4R method demonstrated efficacy in improving students' reading comprehension of descriptive texts and is advocated as an alternate instructional strategy for reading in senior high schools.
The Effect of Using Fix Up Strategy in Reading Report Text at The Grade XI of SMA Negeri 1 Sibabangun Doli Hairuman Pohan; Rahmat Huda; Abdul Rahman Siagian; Khairunnisah; Lili Herawati Parapat; Intan Winda Sari; Hendra Bin Bustami Hajar; Abdulkarim Duerawee
jurnalalfa Vol 3 No 2 (2025): December
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.64733/journalalfa.v3i2.118

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The study was conducted in SMA Negeri 1 Sibabangun. The aims of this research was to find out if there a significant Effect of Using fix up strategy on Students’ report text. The writer carried out in quantitative approach by applying experimental method. The population of this research was the grade XI. They were 183 students, the writer used cluster sampling technique to get the sample. The samples were 30 students. The reading report text was applied as the instrument, the writer used “t” test formula.Based on the data analyzed, it can be found that (1 the mean scores of students result in reading report text before using fix up strategy can be said that the criteria was enough, (2) the mean scores of students result in reading report text taught by using fix up strategy can be said that the criteria was good, and (3) There was a significant effect fix up strategy in reading report text at the grade XI of SMA Negeri 1 Sibabangun. It meant that the hypothesis was accepted.
Implementing the Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) Approach to Enhance Speaking Ability of Grade VIII Students at SMP Negeri 3 Padangsidimpuan Aprilia Enjelika Munthe; Rahmat Huda; Khairunnisah; Ayunda Sabrina Sormin; Rosmita Ambarita; Akhmad Tarmizi; Muhsin; Salma Awae
jurnalalfa Vol 3 No 2 (2025): December
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.64733/journalalfa.v3i2.119

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The goal of the study was to help students become more confident public speakers. The objective is to investigate the efficacy of the Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) technique in enhancing speaking skills among students at SMPN 3 Padangsidimpuan. Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) is a pedagogical approach that prioritizes communication as the primary objective of language acquisition. This study employs classroom action research, encompassing planning, action, observation, and reflection. The data were acquired by observations, reflections, documentation, and assessments (pre-test and post-test). The implementation of the Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) technique during the initial cycle demonstrated a gradual enhancement in the students' English speaking proficiency. Improvements were implemented during the learning process in the second cycle. In this second cycle, the English speaking proficiency of grade VIII-1 students improved through the application of the Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) technique across both cycles. The implementation of the Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) technique enhances vocabulary mastering among Grade VIII-1 students at SMPN 3 Padangsidimpuan.
Co-Authors Abdul Rahman Siagian Abdulkarim Duerawee Akhmad Tarmizi Aprilia Enjelika Munthe Ayunda Sabrina Sormin Doli Hairuman Pohan Feri Gunawan Happy Sri Rezeki Purba Hendra Bin Bustami Hajar Intan Winda Sari Lili Herawati Parapat Muhsin Owanwa Khari Rahmat Huda Rosmita Ambarita Salma Awae Sandi Yogi Saputra Ufi Ruhama Yasmin Cantika Khairunnisa Daulay