Claim Missing Document
Check
Articles

Found 1 Documents
Search
Journal : LINGUISTIK TERAPAN

Using TikTok Media as a Tool to Asses the Improvement of Student Description Text Skills Class X Siagian, Firstananda Jenni Yulieta; Meisuri, Meisuri
LINGUISTIK TERAPAN Vol. 21 No. 2 (2024): LINGUISTIK TERAPAN
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Medan

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24114/lt.v21i2.64878

Abstract

The integration of digital media in language learning has become increasingly important in modern education. This study explores the use of TikTok as a tool to assess and improve students' descriptive text writing skills in an English as a Foreign Language (EFL) context. The research was conducted with Class X students at SMA Sultan Iskandar Muda Medan, North Sumatra, using a Classroom Action Research approach. The study involved two cycles: the first without TikTok and the second incorporating TikTok as a learning medium. Data was collected through observations, tests, and assessments of students' written and oral presentations. Results showed a significant improvement in students' descriptive writing skills when using TikTok, with higher scores in content relevance, clarity of description, and overall engagement. The study found that TikTok provided an interactive and engaging platform for students to practice their descriptive writing skills in a real-world context. This research concludes that incorporating TikTok in EFL classrooms can effectively enhance students' descriptive writing abilities and increase their motivation to learn English. The findings suggest that integrating social media platforms like TikTok can be a valuable strategy for language educators seeking to improve students' writing skills in a digital age.
Co-Authors Abdul Halik Adam Syahdani Agnes, Ezra Agus Hidayat Agus Pahrudin Al-Haddad, Hassan Allikha Ade Kesuma Amaniarsih, Dwi Suci Amrin Saragih ANISAFITRI, SRI AYU Anjani, Zahra Anni Holila Pulungan Ariatna asrul, nurmahyuni Aulia, Delvi Ayudira, Ayudira Ayunda, Riska Bambang Irfani Bangun, Eka Uliyanti Putri Br Batubara, Muhammad Hasyimsyah Br Nainggolan, Mirawati Christine, Honey CITRA ANGGIA PUTRI Damaiyanti, Susi Deden Makbuloh Dirgayasa Tangkas, I Wayan Elasa, Dea Tia Grace Yolanda Panjaitan Gustiany Siregar, Alfina HARAHAP, ISMAIL Hartati Hartati Hartati, Rita Hasibuan, Sri Wahyuni Helvira, Jenny Hijryah Lativa Sihombing Hudayani, Ardhya I Wayan Dirgayasa Tangkas Indra Bakti Istiqomah Nur Rahmawati Jenica, Martha Judijanto, Loso Junaidah Junaidah Kesuma, Allikha Ade Laila Azizah Lubis M. Ridho Kholid M. Ridho Kholid Mahardika, Nikita Putri Mahriza, Rita Maisaroh, Ajeng Dilla Makbulloh, Deden Mardikawati, Budi Mayang Sari Meutia, Cut Intan Mohamad Firdaus, Mohamad Molina, Merry Luz Muhammad Abdul Haris, Muhammad Abdul Mulki, Nur Mulyani, Tika Mutiara Qolby, Assyifa Nainggolan, Anggi Octorina Nurbaiti, Syarifah Oki Dermawan Pasaribu, Septian Markus Poncowati, Srikandi Dwi Pratiwi, Yulia Citra Purba, Geltri Sutra Purwiro Harjati Rita Hartati Rita Mahriza Rohmatillah Samosir, Widya Nola Sembiring, Posta Siagian, Firstananda Jenni Yulieta Silaban, Angelica Laurina Simanjuntak, Friska Simaremare, Friska Siregar, Yuliza Andriyani Siringo-ringo, Alfrin Juniarto Sisila Fitriany Damanik, Sisila Fitriany Siti Aisyah Ginting Siti Patimah Situmorang, Ryan Muhtadi Agha Sri Latifah Sri Wahyuni Sri Wahyuni Subandi Subandi Suci suryawati, Sri Suyitno Suyitno Syafrayani, Putri Rizki Syahfitri, Rani Syarofa, Najwa Wantoya, Qiara Widya Andayani WINDA SETIASARI, WINDA