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Improving Students Writing Descriptive Skills Through Snowball Throwing Games Technique at SMK Immanuel Medan Aprilia, Sarah; Aritonang, Romaito; Asrul, Nurmahyuni; Yunanda, Fachri; Amaniarsih, Dwi Suci
Continuous Education: Journal of Science and Research Vol. 6 No. 2 (2025)
Publisher : Pusdikra Publishing

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.51178/ce.v6i2.2615

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The Snowball Throwing Games method has proven effective in enhancing students' descriptive writing skills. Beyond measurable improvements in academic performance, this interactive and collaborative approach increased student motivation and fostered a more engaging classroom atmosphere. The method encouraged active participation, creativity, and self-expression, helping students build confidence and develop their writing abilities. Moreover, the method significantly improved students’ social interaction and teamwork, which positively influenced their ability to collaborate during writing tasks. Particularly in writing classes often perceived as challenging, the dynamic and supportive environment reduced student anxiety and minimized the fear of making mistakes. Each phase of implementation was strategically designed to facilitate classroom communication and highlight various aspects of the Snowball Throwing Games technique. These included student engagement, behavioral change, the development of critical thinking skills, and the integration of digital tools to support learning goals. The findings indicate that this method is both practical and effective in improving writing proficiency while fostering a positive and collaborative learning environment.
Students Perception of Gamified Learning in EFL Class : Online Quizizz for Engagement and Motivation Fahada, Nazli; Asrul, Nurmahyuni
Journal Of Education And Teaching Learning (JETL) Vol. 6 No. 2 (2024): Journal of Education and Teaching Learning (JETL)
Publisher : CV. Pusdikra Mitra Jaya

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.51178/jetl.v6i2.1828

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This study investigated gamified learning, particularly online quizizz, in EFL (English as a Foreign Language) One digital educational game that is gaining popularity is quizizz, a game-based online test that enables entertaining multiplayer teaching activities and allows learners to practice with their devices. This study aimed to examine students' perceptions of the use of quizizz on student motivation and engagement. A descriptive quantitative research design was used in this study, in which data were collected from questionnaires to gain insight into how quizizz affected the aspects of motivation and  engagement. The questionnaire data were analyzed using descriptive statistics. The study found that quizizz significantly increased students' motivation to learn English, with the interactive nature of the platform being a key factor in boosting their enthusiasm for language learning. Despite a minority of respondents finding quizizz boring, the majority reported enjoying the platform's gamified approach to learning and felt more active and engaged during classes where quizizz was utilized. Additionally, participants acknowledged quizizz's substantial contribution to their knowledge of English vocabulary and grammar. Moreover, the study found that quizizz positively shaped students' perceptions of online learning, its potential to enhance digital learning experiences and enhance student engagement in english learning. The findings underscore the beneficial effects of quizizz on student motivation and engagement.
Guided Questions Technique Towards The Students Recount Text Writing Silfia, Mitha; Rianti, Agnes; Lieyanti, Fanny; Tarigan, Theresia Angel; Asrul, Nurmahyuni
INTERACTION: Jurnal Pendidikan Bahasa Vol. 9 No. 2 (2022): INTERACTION: Jurnal Pendidikan Bahasa
Publisher : Program Studi Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris, Universitas Pendidikan Muhammadiyah Sorong

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In this study, students in the seventh (VII) grade of Perguruan Dharma Bakti Lubuk Pakam were examined in relation to their success in creating recount texts using the guided questioning technique. Thus, students in the seventh (VII) grade made up the research population. Two classes of 24 students each, for a total of 48 pupils, were used by the writers for their research. Purposive sampling was selected as the sampling technique from two courses, each of which included 24 pupils. In this quasi-experimental study, the pre-test and post-test written assessments were used to collect data, and both groups received a distinct course of therapy. Before the post-test, the experimental group employed the guided questions methodology and the control group the traditional approach. Because the significance was less than alpha p (a), the hypothesis was accepted when it showed sig. 2-tailed (p) 0,000 (a) 0,005. The control group's score went risen from 51,46 to 63,67. From 55,46 to 70,00, the experimental group's score climbed. The variances between the experimental group's mean score (M = 70,00; SD = 16,251; t(23) = 7,174) and the control group's mean score (M = 63,67; SD = 18,087). The study's findings thus showed that the Guided Questions Technique had a bearing on students' success in making recount texts.
Grammatical errors in writing Narrative text made by Ninth Grade Students of SMPN 1 Kuta Buluh Yunanda, Fachri; Liandri, Vanessa; Simanjuntak, Lestari; Kembaren, Suci Lestari; Lubis, Bambang Nur Alamsyah; Asrul, Nurmahyuni
ELT (English Language Teaching Prima Journal) Vol. 5 No. 1 (2023): English Language Teaching Prima
Publisher : English Language Teaching Prima Journal (ELT)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.34012/elt.v5i1.4013

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The purpose of this study was to identify the different types of errors that ninth-grade students at SMPN 1 Kuta Buluh, Tanah Karo committed when writing narrative texts during the academic year 2022–2023. There were 28 students in this study. The author used a qualitative descriptive approach. On Friday, May 19, 2023, an offline investigation was conducted. The researchers looked into the narrative text writing errors made by the students. The categorization of student writing errors was the study's main goal. The Surface Strategy Taxonomy analysis of the results revealed 40 mistakes in the students' narrative text. 11 addition mistakes totaling 27.5% were made, as were 20 omission mistakes totaling 50%, 7 misformation mistakes totaling 17.5%, and 2 misordering mistakes totaling 5%. The most typical mistake is omission (20).
APPLYING CLUSTERING TECHNIQUE TO IMPROVE CREATIVE WRITING SKILLS FOR JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS IN DESCRIPTIVE TEXT Husda, Azizah; Lubis, Bambang Nur Alamsyah; Yunanda, Fachri; Asrul, Nurmahyuni
ELT (English Language Teaching Prima Journal) Vol. 5 No. 2 (2023): English Language Teaching Prima
Publisher : English Language Teaching Prima Journal (ELT)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.34012/elt.v5i2.4688

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This study explores the application of the clustering technique to enhance creative writing on the descriptive text for junior high school students at SMP Marisi Medan. The research question focuses on assessing the effectiveness of the clustering technique in writing descriptive text. The objective is to determine whether the use of the clustering technique significantly affect to enhance students' writing skills. The research adopts a pre-experimental design, within the population of 298 eighth-grade students. The sample consists of 20 students, selected through purposive sampling. The research employs a writing test comprising both pre-test and post-test assessments. Following the application of the clustering technique in teaching descriptive writing, the post-test mean score (79.0) surpasses the pre-test mean score (64.0). The hypothesis testing results, with a Sig. (2-tailed) score of 0.000 less than 0.05, lead to the rejection of H0 and acceptance of H1. In essence, the findings indicate a significant positive impact of utilizing the clustering technique on the effectiveness of students' descriptive writing skills.
IMPROVING STUDENTS READING COMPREHENSION THROUGH SUSTAINED SILENT READING AT SMP PANCABUDI MEDAN Jubaidah, Siti; Asrul, Nurmahyuni; Amaniarsih, Dwi Suci
Jurnal Review Pendidikan dan Pengajaran Vol. 7 No. 3 (2024): Vol. 7 No. 3 (2024): Volume 7 No 3 Tahun 2024 (Special Issue)
Publisher : LPPM Universitas Pahlawan Tuanku Tambusai

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/jrpp.v7i3.31536

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The purpose of this study is to improve students' reading understanding through the Sustained silent reading technique on the eighth grade of SMP Panca Budi who has problems in reading comprehension in narrative text in the 2023/2024 academic year. The subjects of this study amounted to 30 students. This study uses Classroom Action Research (CAR) that contains of four stages, they are: Planning, Implementation of Action, Observation, and Reflection. This study is consist in 3 meetings. The first meeting is for the pretest, and cycle one and two meetings for cycle two. According the score of the research in chapter IV, the researcher concludes that the student's reading comprehension skills in the narrative text had increased. it might be see in the score of cycle one and cycle two. The average value in cycle one is 66,1 out of 30 students with a class percentage of 21%. There are some students who do not reach the minimum completeness criteria (KKM). In cycle two, in first meeting the average score is 69,8 and the class percentage is 39 % and then the second meeting the average score is 76,1 with the class percentage is 72% . This condition can be concluded that most students pass the criteria. It means that students achieve the minimum completeness criteria and scores in cycle two have increased.