Dharmas Education Journal (DE_Journal)
Vol 7 No 1 (2026): DE_Journal

ENHANCING READING SKILLS THROUGH ONLINE ENGLISH MAGAZINES AMONG JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

Yulia Wiranti (STKIP Muhammadiyah Sungai Penuh)
Sherly Kurniawati (STKIP Muhammadiyah Sungai Penuh)
Mike Nurmalia Sari (STKIP Muhammadiyah Sungai Penuh)



Article Info

Publish Date
22 May 2026

Abstract

This study investigated the effectiveness of using online English magazines to enhance reading skills and motivation among junior high school students. A quasi-experimental design was employed, involving an experimental group (n=25) that utilized online magazines and a control group (n=26) that followed traditional methods. Pre- and post-test scores, along with motivation questionnaires, were administered. Results from an independent samples t-test revealed a statistically significant improvement in reading scores for the experimental group (+16.5 mean gain) compared to the control group (+5.6 mean gain). Furthermore, ANCOVA confirmed this significant difference in post-test scores even after controlling for initial abilities. The motivation questionnaires indicated that students in the experimental group experienced increased motivation toward reading English texts, finding the content more engaging, relevant, and enjoyable than traditional textbooks. These findings suggest that integrating online English magazines is an effective and engaging pedagogical tool for improving both reading proficiency and intrinsic motivation in junior high school English language learning.

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Journal Info

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de_journal

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Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Mathematics Public Health Other

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DE_JOURNAL (Dharmas Education Journal) merupakan jurnal ilmiah yang diterbitkan oleh Fakultas Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan Universitas Dharmas Indonesia, dan sebagai sarana publikasi hasil penelitian serta berbagi perkembangan ilmu tentang pendidikan. Jurnal ini memuat artikel yang belum pernah ...