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Increasing Vocabulary Mastery Through Kahoot: A Classroom Action Research at SMP Bhakti Pertiwi : Penelitian Wildani Mukhollafah; Sofyan Adi Pranata; Mutiatul Ummah
Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat dan Riset Pendidikan Vol. 4 No. 2 (2025): Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat dan Riset Pendidikan Volume 4 Nomor 2 (October 202
Publisher : Lembaga Penelitian dan Pengabdian Masyarakat

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/jerkin.v4i2.3586

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This study aimed to increase students' vocabulary proficiency by utilizing Kahoot! as an interactive learning tool at SMP Bhakti Pertiwi. It addressed the core issue of inadequate English vocabulary mastery, which impeded students' effective communication skills. The research employed the Classroom Action Research (CAR) model by Kemmis and McTaggart, conducted across four phases: planning, action implementation, observation, and reflection. Participants included 26 eighth-grade students. Data collection involved vocabulary tests, classroom activity observations, and student feedback surveys. Results demonstrated a marked increase in average vocabulary scores, rising from 58.2 in the pre-cycle to 72.6 in Cycle I and further to 84.1 in Cycle II. Additionally, students' motivation and participation exhibited substantial enhancements. These outcomes indicated that Kahoot! integration effectively bolstered vocabulary acquisition and created a more dynamic and engaging English learning atmosphere. Consequently, the findings suggest that game-based educational platforms, such as Kahoot!, can be seamlessly incorporated into middle school English curricula to promote greater student involvement and enhance vocabulary retention.
The Influence of Student Speaking Participation: Classroom Speaking Activities to Reduce Passivity in SMA Nurul Jadid English Classes Ahmad, Ahmad Firdaus Perdana; Sofyan Adi Pranata; Lukman Hakim
Indo-MathEdu Intellectuals Journal Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): Indo-MathEdu Intellectuals Journal
Publisher : Lembaga Intelektual Muda (LIM) Maluku

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.54373/imeij.v7i1.4934

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This study aims to address student passivity in English language learning at SMA Nurul Jadid through the implementation of classroom speaking activities. Student passivity, manifested through sleeping behavior during lessons, presents a serious challenge that impedes language acquisition. The research employed Classroom Action Research (CAR) methodology following Kemmis and McTaggart's model, consisting of four stages: planning, acting, observing, and reflecting, conducted over two cycles with each cycle comprising two sessions. Data collection techniques included observation checklists, field notes, video recordings, and semi-structured interviews with students and teachers. The findings demonstrate significant success in reducing student passivity. In Cycle 1, sleeping behavior decreased from 37.5% to 9.4%, while active participation increased from 25% to 68.8%. Cycle 2 showed dramatic improvements with complete elimination of sleeping behavior (0%), active participation rising to 90.6%, and average speaking time increasing by 1,092% compared to baseline conditions. A total of 90.6% of students expressed desire for more speaking activities in future lessons. This research concludes that systematically designed, varied, and appropriately scaffolded speaking activities can effectively transform passive learning behaviors into active participation patterns in Indonesian high school English classrooms.