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An Analysis of Verb Usage in Narrative Texts in 10 Bible Character Stories for Sunday School Children Sanggam Siahaan; Miranda Kristin Lumban Tungkup; Sarah Priscilla Silitonga; Esra Delima Hutabarat; Rimtahi Bahtra V. Marbun; Dwi Angeli Pardede; Ummi Kalsum Siahaan
The Future of Education Journal Vol 3 No 5 (2024)
Publisher : Lembaga Penerbitan dan Publikasi Ilmiah Yayasan Pendidikan Tumpuan Bangsa

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61445/tofedu.v3i5.190

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This study analyzes verb usage in ten Bible character stories designed for Sunday school children, with a specific focus on how various types of verbs contribute to narrative structure and character portrayal. Utilizing a qualitative research design, the study categorizes verbs into four types: transitive, intransitive, inchoative, and stative (e.g., "be"), and examines their distribution and narrative impact. The analysis reveals that intransitive verbs dominate, accounting for 55% of verb usage, thereby highlighting actions as independent events that emphasize the characters' journeys and experiences. Transitive verbs, which comprise 40% of the total usage, underscore interactions and relationships, reinforcing themes of obedience and purposeful action. The limited presence of inchoative and stative verbs suggests a reduced focus on state changes or existential reflections, thereby steering the narrative towards dynamic portrayals of the characters' faith journeys. Overall, this research provides valuable insights into how verb choices shape the storytelling experience and enhance the educational value of biblical narratives for children.
The Effect of Mind Mapping Teaching Technique to The Writing Ability of Tenth Grade Students of Sma S YP HKBP 1 Pematangsiantar in a Descriptive Text Sanggam Siahaan; Irene Adryani Nababan; Carolina Carolina
The Future of Education Journal Vol 3 No 5 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61445/tofedu.v3i5.192

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This research aims to know the effect of mind mapping teaching technique to the writing ability of tenth grade students of SMA S YP HKBP 1 Pematangsiantar in a descriptive text. This research was quantitative research. To get the answer for the research, the researcher used quasi-experimental design. The population of this research was tenth grade students of SMA S YP HKBP 1 Pematangsiantar that consisted of four classes. The sampling technique in this research was purposive sampling. The sample consisted of two classes, namely class X-3 used the mind mapping teaching technique as the experimental class and class X-4 used the guided writing teaching technique as the control class. To collect the data, the researcher used the test. The researcher used essay test as the instrument of the research. Paired-samples t-test was used by the researcher to test the hypothesis. The result of the research showed that the effect of mind mapping teaching technique was more significant than guided writing teaching technique. It was proved by the t-test value (2.52) > t-table (1,67). It means that Ha was accepted and H0 was rejected. The writing ability of students in a descriptive text in experimental class was improved since they were taught by mind mapping teaching technique. It is recommended that the result of this research can be used in order to develop the teaching technique at school.
The Effect of Crossword Puzzle Game Teaching Media to the Vocabulary Mastery of Seventh Grade Students of SMP Negeri 2 Siantar Sanggam Siahaan; Mungkap Mangapul Siahaan; Dian Winda Tamba
The Future of Education Journal Vol 3 No 5 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61445/tofedu.v3i5.194

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This research investigates the impact of crossword puzzle game teaching media on the vocabulary mastery of seventh-grade students at SMP Negeri 2 Siantar. It utilizes Case's theory for crossword puzzles and Amin & Sumendap's theory for scramble games. Employing a quantitative research method with a quasi-experimental design, the study focused on seventh-grade students during the 2024/2025 academic year. The experimental group was taught using crossword puzzles, while the control group used scramble games. The results revealed that the experimental group had a higher mean score, with a pre-test score of 56.5 and a post-test score of 74.33. In comparison, the control group's pre-test mean was 51.83, which increased to 64.33 in the post-test. A t-test analysis showed a t-test value of 2.35, which is greater than the critical value of 1.67. Consequently, the alternative hypothesis (Ha) was accepted, and the null hypothesis (Ho) was rejected, indicating that the crossword puzzle game had a more significant effect on vocabulary mastery than the scramble game for seventh-grade students at SMP Negeri 2 Siantar.
The Effect of Think-Talk-Write Strategy to The Students’ Writing Achievement of Recount Text of The Eight Grade Students of SMP Negeri 2 Siantar Sanggam Siahaan; Miranda Sinaga; Bernieke Anggita Ristia Damanik
The Future of Education Journal Vol 3 No 5 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61445/tofedu.v3i5.196

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The objective of this study was to gather empirical evidence regarding the impact of the Think-Talk-Write (TTW) strategy on students' writing performance in recount texts. This research employed a quantitative approach and utilized a quasi-experimental design. The participants were eighth-grade students from SMP Negeri 2 Siantar, specifically class VIII-1, which had 32 students in the experimental group, and class VIII-2, which also had 32 students in the control group. The total population consisted of 64 students, selected using a purposive sampling technique. The experimental group received instruction through the Think-Talk-Write strategy, while the control group was taught using communicative language teaching methods. The findings indicated that the post-test mean score for the experimental group was 82.81, compared to a pre-test mean of 50.62. In contrast, the control group achieved a post-test mean score of 70.93 and a pre-test mean of 50.12. After collecting the data, statistical hypothesis testing was conducted using the t-test formula. The analysis revealed that the t-test value surpassed the t-table value (2.30>1.670), indicating support for the alternative hypothesis (Ha). Consequently, the study concluded that there is a significant effect of the Think-Talk-Write strategy on the writing achievement of eighth-grade students at SMP Negeri 2 Siantar in recount text writing.
The Effect of Canva Teaching Media to The Writing Ability of Eighth Grade Students of SMP Teladan Pematangsiantar Pematangsiantar on a Descriptive Text Desmantha Purba; Sanggam Siahaan; Bloner Sinurat
The Future of Education Journal Vol 3 No 5 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61445/tofedu.v3i5.253

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Researcher decided to implement Canva Application in this research. The aim of this research is to determine the effect of using Canva as teaching media on students' ability in writing descriptive text in the eighth grade of SMP Swata Teladan Pematangsiantar in 2024/2025 academic year. This research used a quasi-experimental design with quantitative methods. For the sample, in the experimental class and control class the number of students was the same, namely 30 people. The experimental class VIII-B and the control class VIII-2 and to analyze the data, researchers used a t-test formula to find out whether using Canva influenced students' writing ability in descriptive text. In the experimental class the average pre-test score was 60.9 and post-test was 77.2 and, in the control class the average pre-test score was 60.8 and post-test was 71.2. For the standard deviation in the class experimental is 369 and the standard deviation in the control class is 296. The result is that the t-test must be the highest of the t-table with a significance level of 5% (6,781 > 1,672). Based on the findings of this research, the researcher concluded that the alternative hypothesis (Ha) was accepted, and the null hypothesis (H0) was rejected. Thus, it can be concluded that using Canva affects students' descriptive text writing skills, particularly in the eighth grade.
The The Influence of Social Media on Students’ Vocabulary Mastery Maria Kristin Silaen; Sanggam Siahaan
The Future of Education Journal Vol 5 No 3 (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61445/tofedu.v5i3.2186

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Social media has become an important learning resource that supports English language learning, particularly vocabulary mastery. However, previous studies have mainly focused on specific social media platforms or students’ perceptions, resulting in limited comprehensive understanding of the overall influence of social media on English vocabulary learning. Therefore, this study aimed to investigate the influence of social media on students’ English vocabulary mastery through a library research approach. This study employed a library research design by reviewing 22 relevant studies published between 2020 and 2026. The data were collected from journal articles accessed through Google Scholar and other academic databases. The selected studies were analyzed using qualitative content analysis by identifying recurring themes and synthesizing the findings. The results revealed that social media contributes positively to students’ English vocabulary mastery. Five major findings were identified. First, social media facilitates vocabulary acquisition by exposing students to authentic English-language content. Second, it improves students’ vocabulary mastery through engaging and contextualized learning experiences. Third, social media promotes autonomous vocabulary learning by encouraging self-directed learning strategies. Fourth, it increases students’ motivation and interest in learning English vocabulary through interactive and enjoyable content. Nevertheless, several challenges were identified, including distractions, exposure to informal language, misinformation, and concerns regarding content reliability. In conclusion, social media can serve as an effective supplementary learning tool for enhancing students’ English vocabulary mastery when used purposefully and critically.
Using Short Stories as a Teaching Strategy to Improve Student’s Reading Comprehension Melati Manurung; Sanggam Siahaan
The Future of Education Journal Vol 5 No 3 (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61445/tofedu.v5i3.2187

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Reading comprehension is one of the most important skills in English language learning because it enables students to understand, interpret, and analyze information from written texts. However, many students still face difficulties in comprehending English texts due to limited vocabulary, low reading motivation, and ineffective learning strategies. Therefore, teachers need to implement appropriate teaching strategies to improve students’ reading comprehension. This study aims to investigate the use of short stories as a teaching strategy to improve students’ reading comprehension in English language learning. This research employed a library research method by analyzing and synthesizing findings from twenty-five previous studies published between 2021 and 2026. The selected studies were reviewed and categorized into five themes: reading comprehension improvement, reading motivation, vocabulary development, reading strategies, and students’ engagement in reading activities. The findings reveal that short stories significantly contribute to improving students’ reading comprehension by providing meaningful and contextualized language input. In addition, short stories increase students’ motivation to read, enrich vocabulary knowledge, facilitate the use of reading strategies, and encourage active participation during classroom learning activities. The analysis also indicates that students become more interested and engaged in reading lessons when short stories are used as instructional materials. Based on the findings, it can be concluded that short stories are an effective teaching strategy for improving students’ reading comprehension in English language learning. Therefore, English teachers are encouraged to integrate short stories into reading instruction to create more meaningful, enjoyable, and effective learning experiences.
The Influence of Reading Habit on Students’ Writing Skills among EFL Learners Edwina Letare; Sanggam Siahaan
The Future of Education Journal Vol 5 No 3 (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61445/tofedu.v5i3.2188

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Reading habit is widely recognized as an important factor that contributes to students’ language development, particularly in improving writing skills among English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learners. This study aims to investigate the influence of reading habits on students’ writing skills through a review of previous studies. The study employed a library research design by analyzing findings from 25 relevant studies related to reading habits and writing skills in EFL contexts. The data were collected from academic journals, research articles, and scholarly publications and were analyzed qualitatively through identification, comparison, interpretation, and synthesis of the findings. The results reveal that reading habit has a positive influence on students’ writing skills. Students who engage in regular reading activities tend to demonstrate better writing ability, richer vocabulary knowledge, stronger idea development, improved understanding of grammatical structures, and better organization of written texts. The findings also indicate that reading provides learners with valuable language input and knowledge that support the writing process. Furthermore, students with strong reading habits generally show greater confidence and competence in expressing their ideas through writing. Although the reviewed studies focus on different aspects of writing development, they consistently emphasize the significant role of reading in enhancing writing performance among EFL learners. Therefore, it can be concluded that fostering regular reading habits is an effective strategy for improving students’ writing skills and supporting their overall English language proficiency. The findings of this study may serve as a reference for teachers, students, and researchers in promoting reading as a means of developing writing competence.
An Analysis of Metaphors on Noel Gallagher at High Flying Birds Album Rajamin Keposan Lingga; Sanggam Siahaan; Bloner Sinurat
Indonesian Journal Education Vol. 4 No. 4 (2025): Indonesian Journal Education (IJE)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56495/ije.v4i4.1334

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This study analyzes the use of metaphors in Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds album, aiming to classify the types of metaphors employed in the song lyrics and uncover their underlying meanings. The research examines ten songs using a descriptive qualitative approach, drawing on Lakoff and Johnson’s (1980) Conceptual Metaphor Theory as the primary analytical framework. The lyrical data were collected from publicly available sources and analyzed through data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing based on Miles and Huberman’s (1994) model. The findings reveal three dominant metaphor types—ontological, structural, and orientational with structural metaphors appearing most frequently. These metaphors function as symbolic representations of emotional and existential themes such as struggle, identity, love, and resilience. Gallagher often translates abstract concepts into concrete imagery such as light, roads, storms, and clocks—enabling listeners to perceive complex human experiences in a tangible manner. The study concludes that metaphors in High Flying Birds serve not merely as stylistic devices but as cognitive tools that shape listeners’ understanding of life and emotional realities. This research contributes to semantic studies by demonstrating how conceptual metaphors in song lyrics construct meaning beyond literal interpretation and reinforce music’s role as a medium of cultural and emotional expression.
Co-Authors Abather Saadoon Aldri Frinaldi Angin, Renita Br Perangin Anita Sitanggang Anita Sitanggang Apriani Sijabat Basar Lolo Siahaan Basar Lolo Siahaan Basar Lolo Siahaan Berkat Situmorang Bernieke A.R Damanik Bernieke Anggita Ristia Damanik Bertaria Sohnata Hutauruk Budiarti, Rika Cantika May Maria Sirait Carolina Carolina Desmantha Purba Deswita Fitriani Samosir Dewi Kartika Dian Winda Tamba Dwi Angeli Pardede Edwina Letare Esra Delima Hutabarat Fine Eirene Siahaan Fitri May Danthi Saragih Fitria, Dwi Froilan Delute Mobo Gaol, Daniel Binsah Lumban Gayus Simarmata Gayus Simarmata, Gayus Geovani, Cristina Gultom, Yuli Winarti Gurning, Yuliska Herlina H Sianipar Herna Febrianty Sianipar Herna Febrianty Sianipar Hutahaean, Rossa Ito Irene Adryani Adryani Nababan Joint Tondang Juni Mariana Simanungkalit Kesmi Veronika Simanjuntak Kevin William Andri Siahaan Laura Leontina Manalu Limsardo Panjaitan Lumbanraja, Bela Rosa Lumbanraja, Theodora Evita Bella Manalu, Bintoro Duma Erwanda B Manurung, Novita Gresiana Manurung, Rosben Marbun, Elisa Maria Kristin Silaen Mariana, Igna Megawati Br Situmorang Melati Manurung Melda Veby Ristella Munthe Miranda Kristin Lumban Tungkup Miranda Sinaga Mobo, Froilan Delute Mungkap Mangapul Siahaan Nababan, Indah Dame Naibaho, Layola Napitupulu, Angelica Tessalonica Nicholas Simbolon Nopaulina Sinaga Novra Melisa P. Hutabarat Novry Yohanna Damanik Ony Maretta Sinurat Panigrahi, Rashmi Ranjan Panjaitan, Anita Partohap S. R Sihombing, Partohap S. R Partohap Sihombing Pintor Marihot Sitanggang Purba, Christian Neni Purba, Rudiarman Rachel Yolanda Sitepu Rajamin Keposan Lingga Rashmi Ranjan Panigrahi Renita Br Perangin Angin Ribka Angelita Siadari Rick Hunter SImanungkalit Rick Hunter Simanungkalit, Rick Hunter Rika Sinaga Rimtahi Bahtra V. Marbun Rosben Manurung Rumapea, Elina Lulu Saadoon, Abather Santa R. Sihombing Sara Stefani Malau Sarah Priscilla Silitonga Shinta Dwiana Sirait Siahaan, Basar Lolo Siahaan, Fine Eirene Siahaan, Kevin William Andri Siahaan, Theresia Monika Sianipar, Herlina H Sianturi, Junisari Sidabutar, Ropinus Sidauruk, Yanti Elizabeth Sihombing, Santa R Silaban, Gabriella SILALAHI, TIODORA FERMISKA Simanjuntak, Eksaulina Simanjuntak, Naomi Simanjuntak, Tio Lestari Simanjuntak, Yeni Lestari Sinabutar, Angelina Sinaga, Asima Rohana Sinaga, Christa Voni Roulina Sinurat, Bloner Sinurat, Ony Maretta Sirait, Cantika May Maria Sirait, Eka Uchi Siska Anggita Situmeang Sitinjak, Rismawati Apriani Susy Alestriani Sibagariang Tarigan, Emelia Febrina Tindaon, Cinta Yulistra Trinita Ivana Rumapea Ummi Kalsum Siahaan Veronika Febriyanti Siahaan Widya Ambarita Yena Jorena Sembiring Yeyen Nopriyanti Br. Butar-Butar