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Journal : Journal of English Language Teaching and Literature (JELITA)

Implementing Inquiry Learning Strategy to Improve Students’ Thinking Ability of SMPN 6 Gunungsitoli in 2023/2024 Rini Suzwina Telaumbanua; Yaredi Waruwu; Elwin Piarawan Zebua; Afore Tahir Harefa
JELITA Vol 5 No 2 (2024): Journal of English Language Teaching and Literature (JELITA)
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Barru

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56185/jelita.v5i2.830

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This research was motivated by initial observations which showed low student learning outcomes, which can be seen based on the average score on exam results, namely 60. The average score is still below the minimum completeness criteria (MCC) set by the school, namely 67, in English subjects. This shows that student learning outcomes in English learning are still low. This research aims to implement inquiry learning strategies in improving students' thinking skills and improving listening skills in English at SMP Negeri 6 Gunungsitoli. This research focuses on finding out the teaching methods used by teachers to improve students' thinking skills, implementation, assessment in learning with research results obtained through student observations in learning activities, questions to improve one of the students' competencies in listening skills, and the researcher's field notes. while carrying out research. The informants for this research were class 8, totaling 7 people. The method used in this research is Classroom Action Research (CAR). The results obtained from this research include: 1). Implementation of the learning process using the inquiry method. 2). Observation results showing improvement from the first cycle to the second cycle at the second meeting. 3). Implementation of listening tests for students makes students like learning English and through MCC. The average value presentation obtained is 90%. This shows an increase from cycles I and II student learning motivation through implementing the inquiry learning model in the When I was a child material with an average score of 90% in the very high category. The application of the inquiry learning model can increase students' activeness in learning, improve students' thinking abilities, and increase the completeness of learning outcomes.
Boosting Tourism Village Appeal: Strategies for Effective English Language Content Creation Fini Asterina Zalukhu; Afore Tahir Harefa; Elwin Piarawan Zebua; Riswan Zega
JELITA Vol 5 No 2 (2024): Journal of English Language Teaching and Literature (JELITA)
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Barru

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56185/jelita.v5i2.832

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This research focuses on improving the promotion of tourism villages using technology to create English-language content. The research uses the Four-D model to create a website-based digital promotional media for Tumori Village in North Sumatra. The website showcases the village's uniqueness, traditional houses, history, etc. The results show that the website can boost tourism promotion globally, contribute to the local economy, and increase village visibility on search engines and social media. The research aims to provide guidance for other villages in developing effective English-language content, enhancing their appeal to international travelers and bringing sustainable benefits to local communities.