Linguistic, Literature, and Translation Studies: LinguAmerta
Vol. 2 No. 2 (2025): December 2025

THE USE OF THE TALKING CHIP TECHNIQUE TO IMPROVE THE SPEAKING SKILLS OF EIGHTH-GRADE STUDENTS AT SMPI DARUDDA’WAH PUNGGUR

Indra Gunawan (Universitas Nahdatul Ulama Kalimantan Barat)
Nizarrahmadi (Universitas Nahdatul Ulama Kalimantan Barat)



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Publish Date
16 Nov 2025

Abstract

This study aimed to improve the speaking performance of eighth-grade students at SMPI Darudda’wah Punggur by applying the Talking Chip technique. Employing a Classroom Action Research (CAR) approach based on the Kemmis and McTaggart model, the study was conducted in two cycles with 20 participating students. Data collection methods included observation, oral assessments, documentation, and audio recordings. Pre-survey findings revealed that only 20% of students met the Minimum Mastery Criteria (KKM) score of 74. Implementation of the Talking Chip strategy led to marked improvements in fluency, pronunciation, grammar, vocabulary, and interactional strategies. By the conclusion of the second cycle, the mastery rate exceeded 85%. The findings confirm that the Talking Chip technique is effective in promoting active participation, increasing motivation, and ensuring equal speaking opportunities for all learners.

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linguamerta

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Linguistic, Literature, & Translation research is a scientific journal that publishes the results of research and thinking in English. LinguAmerta Journal is published twice a year in June and December. This journal is published by the study program English for Business & Professional Communication ...