Yulia Arfanti
Universitas Muslim Nusantara Al Washliyah, Medan, Indonesia

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Improving Third-Grade Students’ Indonesian Language Learning Outcomes through the Make-a-Match Strategy within a Cooperative Learning Model Asni Sibarani; Yulia Arfanti; Sutikno; Rahmat Kartolo
International Journal of Educational Research Excellence (IJERE) Vol. 6 No. 1 (2027): January-June
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55299/ijere.v6i1.1769

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This study aims to improve the Indonesian language learning outcomes of grade III students of SD Swasta Harapan 3 Medan City through the application of the make a match learning strategy in the cooperative learning model. The formulation of the research problem is "Can the application of the make a match learning strategy in the cooperative learning model improve the Indonesian language learning outcomes of grade III students of SD Swasta Harapan 3 Medan City in the 2025-2026 academic year?". This study uses the Classroom Action Research (CAR) method which is carried out in two cycles. Each cycle consists of planning, implementation, observation, and reflection. The subjects of the study were grade III students of SD Swasta Harapan 3 Medan City in the 2025-2026 academic year with a total of 22 students. Data were collected through observation, formative tests (pretest and posttest), and documentation. Data analysis was carried out quantitatively and qualitatively. The results of the study showed an increase in student learning outcomes after the application of the make a match learning strategy in the cooperative learning model. In cycle I, the percentage of students who completed was 45.45%, while in cycle II it increased to 77.27%. There was also an increase in student activity in learning. The conclusion of this study is that the application of the make a match learning strategy in the cooperative learning model is effective in improving the learning outcomes of Indonesian language students of grade III SD Swasta Harapan 3 Medan City in the 2025-2026 academic year. This strategy can increase student involvement, learning motivation, and understanding of the subject matter
Developong Writing Descriptive Text Based on Angkola Mandailing Culture at SMK Kesehatan Darmais Padangsidempuan Sri Hartati Ningsih; Yulia Arfanti; Ahmad laut Hasibuan; Asnawi
International Journal of Educational Research Excellence (IJERE) Vol. 6 No. 1 (2027): January-June
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55299/ijere.v6i1.1878

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This research aimed to develop valid and effective English teaching materials for writing descriptive texts based on Angkola Mandailing culture for students of SMK Kesehatan Darmais Padangsidimpuan. The study employed a research and development design using the ADDIE model, covering the phases of analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation. The needs analysis involved 20 tenth-grade students and showed that they considered descriptive writing important, preferred contextual topics linked to daily life and local culture, and needed support in vocabulary and grammar. The product consisted of descriptive writing materials integrating cultural content such as Sampuraga hot spring and Sipirok batik, accompanied by vocabulary lists, grammar focus, and structured writing tasks. Expert validation by material and media specialists indicated very high validity, with an overall score of 90.15%, confirming that the content, language, presentation, and layout were highly appropriate. Implementation in a small group try-out demonstrated that students’ mean writing scores improved from the “poor” category in the pre-test (mean 59.35) to the “good” category in the post-test (mean 81.30), with all students moving into at least “fairly good” and most into “good” or “very good” categories. These findings indicate that descriptive writing materials based on Angkola Mandailing culture are valid, feasible, and effective in enhancing students’ descriptive writing skills