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Improving Students’ English Speaking Skill Through Guided Conversation At SMK Industri Nasional 1 Setu Bekasi Masriyah, Masriyah; Siahaan, Leroy Holman; Sari, Tiara Dian
Jurnal Pendidikan, Sains Dan Teknologi Vol. 3 No. 4 (2024): Oktober - Desember
Publisher : CV. ITTC INDONESIA

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47233/jpst.v3i4.2187

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This study aims to determine how far students' ability to speak English has improved, as well as to experiment with guided conversation techniques in English learning. This study applies the classroom action research method. The subjects of the study are 26 students from class X (TKJ) at SMK Industri Nasional 1 Setu Bekasi for the 2023 school year. The results of this study show that using guided conversation to help students in learning English, especially speaking ability has proven to be successful. This is supported by data from this study. First, the results of the interviews showed that students were more motivated and interested in learning English. Second, the meeting included three tests: Pre-test, post-test of the first cycle, and post-test of the second cycle. After using the guided conversation approach, the percentage of students who passed the KKM increased by 50%: 38.64 for post-test I and 88.64 for post-test II. 23 out of 26 students passed the KKM, showing that classroom action research proved successful.
Students’ Perceptions of the English Day Program as A Speaking Skill Booster Zakiyah, Irhamna Latifata; Siahaan, Leroy Holman; Sari, Tiara Dian
PESHUM : Jurnal Pendidikan, Sosial dan Humaniora Vol. 5 No. 1: Desember 2025
Publisher : CV. Ulil Albab Corp

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56799/peshum.v5i1.13610

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This study explores Grade 7 students’ perceptions of the planned implementation of the English Day Program at MTs Attaqwa 17 as an effort to enhance their English speaking skills. The program aims to encourage students to use English in daily school interactions. Employing a qualitative case study design, data were collected through open-ended questionnaires, semi-structured interviews, and classroom observations. The findings indicate that students generally have positive perceptions of the program, believing it could improve their confidence and fluency in speaking. Nevertheless, challenges such as fear of making mistakes, limited vocabulary mastery, and speaking anxiety were identified. Students suggested incorporating enjoyable and supportive activities, such as games, peer partnerships, and teacher encouragement, to increase engagement. The study concludes that successful implementation of the English Day Program requires a gradual, student-centered approach supported by teachers and the school environment.