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Journal : JOLLT Journal of Languages and Language Teaching

Investigating Teaching-Learning Strategies in Improving EFL Learners’ Reading Comprehension: A Lesson Learned from Junior High Schools Asnawi, Asnawi; Sinaga, Yanti Kristina; Herman, Herman; Sianturi, Beata Klarensya; Kartolo, Rahmat; Tannuary, Arwin
Journal of Languages and Language Teaching Vol 13, No 1 (2025)
Publisher : Universitas Pendidikan Mandalika

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33394/jollt.v13i1.13362

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This study investigates the implementation of teaching strategies to improve reading comprehension among eighth-grade students in Indonesian junior high schools, where English is treated as a foreign language. Limited exposure and practice outside the classroom contribute to underwhelming reading proficiency. The research adopts a qualitative case study approach involving two English teachers and eighth-grade students. Data collection methods include observations, interviews, and documentation, while analysis is conducted using Miles and Hubberman’s interactive model. Findings reveal that teachers employ two primary strategies for teaching descriptive text comprehension: Think Aloud and Question Answer Relationships (QARs). The Think Aloud strategy involves guiding students to set reading purposes and make predictions during the pre-reading stage. During reading, students identify key information, resolve unfamiliar vocabulary, and make connections across texts. Post-reading activities include summarizing, evaluating comprehension through performance, and formative assessments. QARs strategy focuses on building background knowledge before reading. Teachers introduce four types of questions – Right There, Think and Search, Author and Me, and On My Own – to guide text interpretation during reading. Reflection and comprehension tests, such as worksheets, are conducted post-reading to assess learning outcomes. The study highlights the effectiveness of interactive and structured approaches in fostering deeper engagement and improving students’ reading comprehension abilities. These strategies offer practical insights for educators seeking to enhance reading proficiency through targeted interventions.
Investigating Teaching-Learning Strategies in Improving EFL Learners’ Reading Comprehension: A Lesson Learned from Junior High Schools Asnawi, Asnawi; Sinaga, Yanti Kristina; Herman, Herman; Sianturi, Beata Klarensya; Kartolo, Rahmat; Tannuary, Arwin
Journal of Languages and Language Teaching Vol. 13 No. 1 (2025): January
Publisher : Universitas Pendidikan Mandalika

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33394/jollt.v13i1.13362

Abstract

This study investigates the implementation of teaching strategies to improve reading comprehension among eighth-grade students in Indonesian junior high schools, where English is treated as a foreign language. Limited exposure and practice outside the classroom contribute to underwhelming reading proficiency. The research adopts a qualitative case study approach involving two English teachers and eighth-grade students. Data collection methods include observations, interviews, and documentation, while analysis is conducted using Miles and Hubberman’s interactive model. Findings reveal that teachers employ two primary strategies for teaching descriptive text comprehension: Think Aloud and Question Answer Relationships (QARs). The Think Aloud strategy involves guiding students to set reading purposes and make predictions during the pre-reading stage. During reading, students identify key information, resolve unfamiliar vocabulary, and make connections across texts. Post-reading activities include summarizing, evaluating comprehension through performance, and formative assessments. QARs strategy focuses on building background knowledge before reading. Teachers introduce four types of questions – Right There, Think and Search, Author and Me, and On My Own – to guide text interpretation during reading. Reflection and comprehension tests, such as worksheets, are conducted post-reading to assess learning outcomes. The study highlights the effectiveness of interactive and structured approaches in fostering deeper engagement and improving students’ reading comprehension abilities. These strategies offer practical insights for educators seeking to enhance reading proficiency through targeted interventions.
Co-Authors Afrianti, Desi Ahmadi, Rulan Anita Purba Ardana, Puttu Doddy Heka Asnawi Asnawi Asnawi Asnawi Bangun Munthe Bangun, Bangun Berlien, Richard Butar Butar, Sry Tama Butar, Lukas Butar Butar-Butar, Injen Pardamean Butarbutar, Imelda Damanik, Bernieke Anggita Ristia Dasalak, Oktaviana E Silalahi, Dumaris Gayus Simarmata, Gayus Gea, Ephy Cryday Yanti Jayawarsa, A.A. Ketut Julyanthry, Julyanthry Junita Batubara, Junita Kosasih Galingging, Cikep Lubis, Hotnida Teresia M. Yogi Riyantama Isjoni Manik, Roland Syahputra Manik, Ropitta Anjelina Manurung, Rolan Manurung, Sri Maneni Manurung, Yessi Hans Aprilia Marbun, Elisa May Yolanda Marbun, Yanty Maria Rosmauli Napitupulu, Yuni Enjelina Nelly Ervina Nurwijayanti Pakpahan, Surya Ningsih Pardede, Ros Meylani Putri Purba, Christy Purba, Igna Mariana Purba, Indra Pranata Purba, Leony PURBA, LYDIA Purba, Nancy Angelia Purba, Ridwin Raden Mohamad Herdian Bhakti Rahmat Kartolo Rais, Rinovian Rambe, Kartina Rahmadhani Riny, Riny Risdianto, Kevin Rosma Simangunsong Rumapea, Elina Lulu Rumapea, Grace Hanna Sabar Dumayanti Sihombing Saragih, Samrita M. Semaria Eva Elita Girsang sherly sherly Siahaan, Renita Clara Sianturi, Beata Klarensya Sidabutar, Ropinus Silaban, Gabriella Clarisa SILALAHI, TIODORA FERMISKA Silitonga, Njuah Moenda Sari Simanjuntak, Cindya Septiany Sinaga, Gabriel Angela Sinurat, Bloner Sitanggang, Anita Sitio, Indah Mayasari Sitohang, Sukardo Sitorus, Esther Syamsiar, Syamsiar Tamba, Dian Winda Tengku Riza Zarzani N Tumpal Richardo Sirait Veithzal Rivai Zainal Yanti Kristina Sinaga