Journal of Language Learning and Assessment
Volume 1, Number 2, December 2023

Improving Reading Comprehension of Narrative text by Using L-B-A (Literature-based Approach) at the Ninth-grade students of SMP Negeri 1 Nunukan

Nindya Yunisah (Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Borneo Tarakan, Indonesia)
Arifin Arifin (Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Borneo Tarakan, Indonesia)
Ridwan Ridwan (Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Borneo Tarakan, Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
31 Dec 2023

Abstract

Purpose This research aimed to find out whether teaching ninth-grade students at SMP Negeri 1 Nunukan using a literature-based Approach can significantly improve their reading comprehension of narrative texts. Methodology Classroom Action Research (CAR) will be used for the study. The process of this action research is based on the Kemmis and Taggert paradigm. The concept of classroom action research-based instruction emphasizes that the research process has two connected components: the research process and the research output. This stage is completed with the intention of improving numerous flaws before re-implementing it in the subsequent cycle. It is divided into two cycles, each of which comprises four stages: preparation, execution, observation, and reflection. Results/Findings In this study, the pupils' reading comprehension skills in English improved and advanced. From the first cycle to the second cycle, it is discernible. Each cycle sees an improvement in the students and teacher activity. The teacher and students’ observation sheet in each meeting reach the criteria of success. The score from the observation sheet must reach a score of 80 or above to achieve the criteria of success. The minimum score has been determined and agreed by researcher and teacher collaborator. For the first cycle I to cycle II, the score for teacher teaching activities has increased. The observation sheet from the teachers and pupils was used by the researcher as backup information. Each meeting's observation form both the teacher and students meet the standards for success. Implication The study indicates significant enhancement in students' English reading comprehension skills across cycles, evident in discernible progress from the initial to subsequent phases. Consistent improvements in both student engagement and teaching activities are notable, meeting success criteria set in the observation sheets with a threshold of 80 points, a benchmark agreed upon by researchers and teacher collaborators.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

jlla

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Subject

Humanities Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Other

Description

The Journal of Language Learning and Assessment is the journal of the National Association for Language and Assessment Educators. Journal of Language Learning and Assessment aims to provide a forum for scholarly contributions on current aspects of a first language, second language, and foreign ...