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The Effectiveness of Differentiated Content through QuizWhizzer on Listening Comprehension and Motivation Fadillah, Fika Nurul; Sunubi, Abdul Haris; Arqam, Arqam; Tjalla , Magdahalena; Dalle, Ambo
AL LUGHAWIYAAT: JOURNAL OF ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEACHING Vol. 7 No. 2 (2026): July
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31332/alg.v7i2.14799

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This study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of implementing Differentiated Instruction through QuizWhizzer in improving students’ listening comprehension and learning motivation. It employed Classroom Action Research (CAR) using the Kemmis and McTaggart model, which was conducted in two cycles. The participants of this study were 21 sixth-grade students. The data were collected through tests and observations. The tests were used to measure the improvement of students’ listening comprehension, meanwhile observations were conducted to assess students’ learning motivation during the teaching and learning process. Differentiated Instruction was implemented by grouping students based on their learning profiles, especially their learning styles and providing the materials (differentiated content) through QuizWhizzer according to students’ learning style. The results revealed that the implementation of Differentiated Instruction through QuizWhizzer was effective in improving students’ listening comprehension. This was evidenced by the increase in the students’ mean scores from 40 in pre-action to 70.52 at the end of Cycle I, and further increased to 79.95 at the end of Cycle II. In addition, students’ learning motivation also improved, as indicated by the observation results, which increased from an average score of 82.15 at the beginning of the implementation to 95.64 at the end of Cycle II, categorized as very good. Based on the findings, it can be concluded that the implementation of Differentiated Instruction through QuizWhizzer was effective in improving the listening comprehension and learning motivation of the sixth-grade students.
Implementing Wordwall Assisted by TaRL Approach to Improve English Vocabulary Mastery Herlinda, Nika; Tjalla , Magdahalena; Sunubi, Abdul Haris; Fakhruddin, Zulfah; Mujahidah, Mujahidah
AL LUGHAWIYAAT: JOURNAL OF ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEACHING Vol. 7 No. 2 (2026): July
Publisher : IAIN KENDARI

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31332/alg.v7i2.14871

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English vocabulary mastery is one of the fundamental aspects of language learning that supports students’ ability to understand and use English effectively. However, many elementary school students still experience difficulties in understanding, remembering, spelling, and using English vocabulary. This study aimed to improve the English vocabulary mastery of fourth-grade students through the implementation of Wordwall assisted by TaRL approach and to investigate students’ responses toward its use in English vocabulary learning. The study employeed Classroom Action Research followed Kemmis and McTaggart’s model and involved 22 fourth-grade students across two cycles. Instruments included vocabulary tests and observation sheets. Quantitative data came from students’ test scores, while qualitative data were obtained from observations and field notes during the actions. Combining TaRL to map student abilities with Wordwall as a gamified medium distinguishes this study from prior research. Findings indicate the intervention effectively increased students’ vocabulary mastery. The average score rose from 53.14 in the initial test to 84.09 in Cycle II. The percentage meeting the minimum completeness criteria (KKM) increased from 36.36% initially to 90.91% in Cycle II. Observations also revealed positive student responses, shown by increased participation, involvement, enthusiasm, and self-confidence during learning. In conclusion, integrating Wordwall with the TaRL approach is an effective strategy for improving elementary students’ English vocabulary. The approach offers a practical, student-centered way for teachers to enhance vocabulary mastery and make learning more engaging.