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Journal : Studies in English Language and Education

Metacognitive strategies and critical thinking in elevating EFL argumentative writing proficiency: Practical insights Pelenkahu, Noldy; Ali, Muhammad Ilham; Tatipang, Devilito Prasetyo; Wuntu, Ceisy Nita; Rorintulus, Olga Anneke
Studies in English Language and Education Vol 11, No 2 (2024)
Publisher : Universitas Syiah Kuala

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24815/siele.v11i2.35832

Abstract

This study utilized Kemmis et al.s (2014) action research paradigm. It implemented a two-cycle action study within a single semester, encompassing four stages of learning tasks: comprehension of the problem, monitoring of students learning activities, problem-solving, assessment, and concluding. Every cycle offered learning activities that focused on metacognitive and critical thinking to refine students ability to write persuasive arguments. During the previous cycle, the students showed strong skills in stating their goals and identifying their planned actions. They used different approaches to pinpoint a key topic for their writing and monitor their progress by effectively managing their available time. The investigation found that integrating metacognitive and crucial thinking processes into instructional methods improved students argumentative writing skills, starting with critical skill requirements. Integrating metacognition into writing training is vital for enhancing writing skills at the college level. This study made a special effort to guarantee that each stage was attentively examined and received constructive recommendations for enhancement before going to further steps. However, it is important to acknowledge limitations. The study did not assess the long-term retention of enhanced writing skills, and the sample size may limit generalization. Additionally, while metacognition and critical thinking were beneficial, other factors influencing writing skills were not extensively explored. Future research could address these aspects for a more comprehensive understanding of sustained skill development.
Co-Authors Agustine Clara Mamentu Ali, Muhammad Ilham Allysius Rettob Alrajafi, Gali Anggaseng, Sindy Aprillya A. Suoth Aprillya Alwien Suoth Billy Lampus Chris Caesar Pikirang Chris Ceasar Pikirang Christy Saerang Citra Seliyana Sofia Suhadi Claudia Nivita Ante Devilito Prasetyo Tatipang Dewi Christiyani Tumoka Edinta Tarigan Elisabeth Z Oroh Elizabeth Zuska Oroh Elsinta C. Lumi Elsinta Cristiani Lumi Eunike Serhalawan Fivy Andries Fivy Andries Gabriel Wowor Gerung, Grace Harindah, Valerie J. M. Herminus Efrando Pabur Husain, Sabrina Wardatul Jannah Imelda Lolowang Imelda S. Lolowang Ira Marlina Tulis Iskandar Iskandar Jechinta Pinontoan Jeihn Novita Jenie Posumah juliana Ilyas Juniva J. Mangundap Kanesya Keles Lengkoan, Fergina Lianny M. Tombiling Lukas, Dhea Citaria Lumi, Elsinta C. Mahaju, Kesia Nadia Renjelita Malinda, Wiwin Mangundap, Juniva J. Manuas, Maissy Manuas, Maissy J. Meldy ocfendy Possumah Merlin M. Maukar Merlin M. Maukar Misgter Gidion Maru Muhammad Ilham Ali Nadia Adelia Baadib Nafisah Alydrus Nihta Vera Frelly Liando Nindy N. Ganap Noldy Pelenkahu Norlin Pagama Olga A. Rorintulus Olga Rorintulus Palandi, Richi Junior Paruntu, Kezia Aviska Paskahlinno Zalvatore Hendrik Pikirang, Chris Caesar Posumah, Jeni Rettob, Allysius Rinny Rorimpandey Rorintulus, Olga A. Sanerita T. Olii Sarah Kamagi Siti Fatimah Prasetiani Sulfany Tineh Tamowangkay, Fransisca Priskila Tesalonika Gloria Wuisan Tiffany E. Pelleng Tineh, Sulfany Tini Mogea Triesye A. Laloan Tumoka, Dewi Christiyani Wowor, Gabriel Yapi Henri Wongkar Yolanda Singal Yosua Ch. Takamuntu