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Journal : Journal of Classrom Action Research

Morphosyntactic Errors in Students’ Written Narrative Text Masriani Mery Rosmida Silalahi; Rakasiwi, Rani; Tampubolon, Marlina; Siahaan, Ricki Asi Erwindo
Journal of Classroom Action Research Vol. 3 No. 2 (2024): August 2024
Publisher : English Lecturers and Teachers Association (ELTA)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52622/jcar.v3i2.269

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The objective of this study are to (1) investigate  types of errors in students’ Written Narrative Text made by students grade IX, (2) to find out the causes of errors on the students’ writing. Based on the analysis by Dulay’s theory, there are four kinds of errors: 1. Error of Omission, 2. Error of Addition, 3. Error of Misformation, 4. Error of Misorder. The dominant types of errors found in the students writings is Error of Misformation. The source of errors is analysed based on Brown’s Theory. The source of the errors are: 1) Interlingual Transfer, 2) Intralingual Transfer, 3) Context of Learning, and 4) Communication Strategy. Based on the analysis, the source of errors found are Interlingual Transfer and Intralingual Transfer. This study uses descriptive qualitative research. The subjects of this study are the students of grade IX SMK Satria Binjai. In conclusion, students make some morphosyntactic errors in their writing an d the potential cause of the errors is intralingual Transfer and Interlingual Transfer. In this case, the conclusion and the  suggestions are directed to those who would teach and learn english writing. Keywords : Error Analysis, Narrative Text, Morphosintactic
Improving Students’ Ability in Writing Descriptive Paragraph Through Mind Mapping Technique Siahaan, Ricki Asi Erwindo; Rani Rakasiwi; Silalahi, Masriani Mery Rosmida; Tampubolon, Marlina; Sitompul, Monika Sales
Journal of Classroom Action Research Vol. 4 No. 1 (2025): February, 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52622/jcar.v4i1.383

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This study examined the impact of the mind-mapping technique on improving students' descriptive writing skills. A pre-test and post-test were administered to 20 students to evaluate their writing performance before and after using mind mapping. The findings demonstrated a notable improvement, with the average pre-test score of 60.3 rising to 78.5 in the post-test. Statistical analysis using a paired-sample t-test confirmed that this increase was significant (t(19) = 5.62, p < 0.001). The results indicate that mind mapping enhances students’ ability to structure and expand their ideas effectively, leading to greater writing fluency. These findings are consistent with prior studies that highlight the benefits of visual learning strategies in academic writing. Given its positive impact, incorporating mind mapping into writing instruction is recommended to support students' learning. Future research could explore its use in various writing genres and digital learning environments to further assess its adaptability and effectiveness. Keywords: Mind Mapping, Writing Skills, Descriptive Writing