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IMPROVING STUDENTS’ VOCABULARY MASTERY BY USING DOMINO CARD GAME Muhammad - Ridho Arfansya; maliqul - hafis; Dian - Shinta Sari
Journal of English Language Teaching and Education (JELTE) Vol. 4 No. 2 (2023): JELTE
Publisher : IKIP PGRI Pontianak

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31571/jelte.v4i2.405

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In order to teach vocabulary mastery through the dominos card game to eight students in grade eight at SMP Negeri 03 Sungai Raya for the academic year 2022/2023, the purpose of this study is to determine how the domino card game can improve students' vocabulary mastery and the classroom environment when playing dominoes is applied. Class action research was used to carry out this study (CAR). The eighth grade of SMP Negeri 03 Sungai Raya, which had 33 pupils, was the focus of this study. Techniques for gathering data for this study included measurement and observation. Measurement approaches use language exams, while observation techniques use observation checklists and field notes. The study's data analysis then employs both qualitative and quantitative methods, depending on the type of data being analyzed The researcher measured students' vocabulary mastery through domino card games using two methods of assessment: individual scores and average scores. With the help of domino card games, the children were more engaged in the vocabulary acquisition process. They then showed greater enthusiasm for learning vocabulary through domino card games. The usage of domino card games can raise student results on the vocabulary test, as seen by cycle 1's low student scores (average score: 75.36) and cycle 2's higher student scores (average score: 81.36). The researcher advises other teachers to use domino card games while instructing pupils in vocabulary proficiency. The domino card game is a fun way to engage kids in the teaching and learning process while also helping to increase their vocabulary proficiency.  Keywords: Classroom Action Research, Vocabulary Mastery, Domino Card Game
AN ANALYSIS OF STUDENTS’ PROBLEMS IN SPEAKING ENGLISH Leony - Agnesia Purba; Aunurrahman - Aunurrahman; Dian - Shinta Sari; Rahayu - Meliasari
Journal of English Language Teaching and Education (JELTE) Vol. 4 No. 2 (2023): JELTE
Publisher : IKIP PGRI Pontianak

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31571/jelte.v4i2.637

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This research aimed to determine whether students experience problems in speaking English in language problems and psychological problems aspects, to find out the causes of problems in speaking English and how students overcome their problems in speaking English at SMAN 1 Semparuk. This research used a descriptive qualitative approach. The techniques of collecting data were direct communication techniques and indirect communication techniques. The data collection was collected with open-ended questionnaires and Interviews guidline. The subjects of this study were students of grade XI IPS III SMAN 1 Semparuk for the academic year 2022/2023 where the number of students amounted to 32 people. An open-ended questionnaire was distributed to 32 students, meanwhile semi-structured interviews were conducted with 7 students to corroborate data. To analyze the data, the researcher used thematic analysis. The research findings showed that the students had difficulty in speaking English, especially in pronunciation, vocabulary, and were nervous when speaking in front of the class. The causes of these difficulties are that they are afraid of being laughed at by friends, lack confidence, often use their mother tongue or local language, and limited vocabulary. They have great motivations to learn English such as wanting to go abroad with various interests, which can encourage students to overcome this problem. Students also tend to be active in their participation when they feel supported by the teacher's efforts to create a pleasant learning atmosphere such as interaction using quizzes or questions and answers. In overcoming the difficulty of speaking English students take the initiative to ask the teacher, utilize the English dictionary to follow the course, and provide responses such as learning strategy efforts with the use of image media, the teacher needs to support these students' efforts by providing appropriate direction and guidance. Keywords: Descriptive Study, Students’ Problem, Speaking English.