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Dewi, Merry Prima
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Journal : Education Achievement: Journal of Science and Research

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The Correlation Between Students’ Reading Speed and Their Reading Comprehension in Narrative Text at the Ninth Grade of SMPN 1 Ampek Angkek Sy, Suci Triana Putri; Kardena, Absharini; Eliza, Eliza; Dewi, Merry Prima
Education Achievement: Journal of Science and Research Volume 6 Issue 1 March 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.51178/jsr.v6i1.2080

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This research was due to the problems that were found in SMPN 1 Ampek Angkek. The problems that were found were that students had difficulty in understanding the text, lack of vocabulary, and students were slow reader. Furthermore, the researcher also found that students who read slow scored higher than the students who read fast in reading comprehension. This research was quantitative research. The design of this research was correlational research. The researcher used two variables which they were variables X and variable Y. Variable X was students’ reading speed and variable Y was students’ reading comprehension. The researcher used cluster random sampling technique in this study. This means that the sample was taken randomly based on the class, and class IX 2 and IX 5 were chosen as the sample. There were 51 sample. For the method, the researcher asked the students to read the text. While the students were reading the text, the researcher counted the time by using a stopwatch. After collecting data, then the researcher analyzed students reading speed and the number of correct on the reading comprehension test. Furthermore, the correlation test was done by using SPSS. It was done to see whether there was a correlation between students’ reading speed and their comprehension. Based on the findings and discussions in this research, there were 3 finding of this research. First, there was no significant correlation between reading speed and reading comprehension. Second, there was positive correlation between two variables. Third, the correlation magnitude between two variables was low.  It can be concluded that this study against the theory that said close relationship between reading speed and reading comprehension. The data revealed that students with a high level of reading comprehension do not always have a high reading speed, and vice versa.
Improving Student’s Reading Comprehension Through LRD (Listen–Read– Discussion) Strategy at the Eighth Grade of MTS At-Taqwa Jambi Fajrudiansyah, Bayu; Dewi, Merry Prima; Safitri, Loli; Syahrul, Syahrul
Education Achievement: Journal of Science and Research Volume 5 Issue 3 November 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.51178/jsr.v5i3.2095

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This research was done to improve students’ reading comprehension through LRD (Listen-Read-Discussion) strategy. The background of this research was the eighth grade students of MTS At-Taqwa Jambi had the problem in reading comprehension including students reading comprehension was low, students were difficult to find the elements of reading and it was difficult for students to determine the main idea of the text. Furthermore, this research aimed to find out whether there was an improvement in students’ reading comprehension through LRD (Listen-Read-Discussion) strategy at among the eighth - grade students of MTS At-Taqwa Jambi. This research was a classroom action research (CAR). This classroom action research divided into two cycles that referred to the classroom action research procedures were planning, implementing of action, observing, and reflecting. The research data were collected through observation checklist and tests. The test was given to the students in form of a reading comprehension post-test at the end of learning at each cycle. The subject of this research was the eighth grade students of MTS At-Taqwa Jambi. The total number of students in the class was 22 students. The result of the analysis showed that the LRD (Listen-Read-Discussion) strategy could improve students reading comprehension. The result of students reading comprehension test was showed in two cycles. The result showed that there were improvements in students’ reading comprehension scores and reading activity through LRD (Listen-Read-Discussion) strategy. The result obtained by students in the cycle I the average score of the class was 58,52. In the cycle II results obtained by students the average score of the class was 75,57, also students were not difficult in finding the elements of reading in the text and more focused in reading the material in “Read” section. Based on the students’ results in cycle I and cycle II could be concluded that the minimum criteria for score was reached. The minimum criteria for the score (KKM) was 75. Furthermore, it could be conclude that the use of LRD (Listen-Read-Discussion) strategy  could improve students’ reading comprehension.
An Analysis of English Mid-Term Test Items at the 7th Grade Students of SMPN 7 Bukittinggi Raihana, Salsa Billa; Dewi, Merry Prima; Syahrul, Syahrul; Irwandi, Irwandi
Education Achievement: Journal of Science and Research Volume 5 Issue 3 November 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.51178/jsr.v5i3.2158

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This study was motivated by several problems, such as the mismatch between the test questions and the material learned, unclear question instructions, and the lack of statistical analysis by English teachers. The main objective of this study was to identify the quality of English midterm test items for grade 7th students at SMPN 7 Bukittinggi, focusing on Validity, Reliability, difficulty level, Discrimination Power, and Distractor Effectiveness. The research method used was Quantitative Descriptive, with data collection through student answer sheets and analysis using various statistical formulas, including Point Biserial Correlation for validity, Spearman-Brown for reliability, and Narsya's formula for difficulty level and differentiating power, as well as Djumingin's formula for effectiveness. The results showed that most of the items were valid, and reliable, had a moderate difficulty level, and had good discriminating power, with only a few items showing minor problems. Overall, the English midterm exam items were considered good quality.
A Comperative Study Between Using Video and Audio as Media in Students’ Listening Comprehension at the Eighth Grade of SMPN 30 Sijunjung Nofrianti, Monika; Dewi, Merry Prima; Irwandi, Irwandi; Syafitri, Widya
Education Achievement: Journal of Science and Research Volume 5 Issue 3 November 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.51178/jsr.v5i3.2171

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This study was conducted to address the issues observed in SMPN 30 Sijunjung. The identified issues were students' tendency to complan. when the teacher did not provide further explanation in Bahasa during audio activities, difficulty in comprehending native speakers due to their fast pace, lack of focus during video or movie-based listening activities, and confusion regarding certain vocabulary. The aim of this research is to compare the effectiveness of using video and audio as media in students' listening comprehension.A quantitative research approach was utilized in this study. The design was comparative with VIII.1 and VIII.2 as the sample classes, each taught using either video or audio. The data was collected through a listening test.Based on the data gathered from the eighth grade students of SMPN 30 Sijunjung, it was concluded that there is no significant difference in the overall scores of students' listening comprehension when using video or audio. However, the findings showed variations in specific listening skills, with the video group performing better in distinguishing sounds and the audio group excelling in decoding verbal messages. Additionally, both groups had similar levels of ability in perceiving and retaining the entire message. These results suggest that both video and audio can equally facilitate students' listening comprehension.
The Factors Influence of Students’ English Achievement in the Morning and Afternoon Course Schedule at Seventh Grade of SMP N 12 Solok Selatan Wati, Nofi Selvia; Syahrul, Syahrul; Eliza, Eliza; Dewi, Merry Prima
Education Achievement: Journal of Science and Research Volume 5 Issue 3 November 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.51178/jsr.v5i3.2177

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This research related to the factors that influence of students achievement in the course schedule (Morning and afternoon). According to some experts, studied in the morning was more effective than in the afternoon and made the students achievement in the morning better than studied in the afternoon. However, based on the fact found in SMP N 12 Solok Selatan in seventh grade, it showed that average score students' English achievements were almost same between students who studied English in the morning and afternoon. Therefore, the researcher wanted to find out the factors causing there was no difference in students' English achievement results between morning and afternoon classes. Qualitative descriptive was the design in this research. Researcher used observation and interviews as the instrumentation. Seventh grade at SMPN 12 Solok Selatan as informants. To analyze the data, the researcher used the theory of Miles, Huberman, and Saldana. Based on research results, the factors that make students English achievement the same were external factors, namely teacher and lesson standard. The teachers treatment and the way she taught was the same to all students, but when the teacher taught in the afternoon the teacher carried out several activities that made students re-focused and enthusiastic in learning, such as ice breaking and made joked with students. In conclusion, how the teachers taught both in the way they present the material and their creativity in creating learning condition that still conducive at all times, and also how the teachers attitude to students.
Co-Authors Ananda, Nurhayu Darmayenti Desantri, Sovia Dialestari, Rona Dwinanda, Annisa Eliza Eliza Fadhillah, Nur Fajrudiansyah, Bayu Indriany, Sonya Irwandi Irwandi Jori, Resi Yolanda Nofrianti, Monika Putri, Hilma Pami Putri, Rezkia Sarah Raihana, Salsa Billa Reflinda, Reflinda Rita Erlinda Roza, Veni Safitri, Loli Sari, Riva Silvia Seprisa, Seprisa Sy, Suci Triana Putri Syafitri, Widya Syahrul Syahrul Wati, Nofi Selvia Wela, Raima Widya Safitri Zulmen, Nurhadia Binti