Journal Of Academia In English Educations (JADEs)
Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): JADEs Journal of Academia in English Education

Enhancing Students’ Critical Writing Skills through Experiential Learning: Evidence from Secondary Education Contexts

Fatin Nadifa Tarigan (Universitas Pembinaan Masyarakat Indonesia)
Siti Aminah Hasibuan (Universitas Pembinaan Masyarakat Indonesia)
Epi Supriyani Siregar (Universitas Pembinaan Masyarakat Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
16 Jun 2026

Abstract

This study examines the effectiveness of experiential learning in improving students’ critical writing skills in secondary education settings. Using a quasi-experimental design, 60 students were assigned to either an experimental group or a control group. The experimental group was taught through Kolb’s experiential learning approach, whereas the control group received conventional instruction. Data were gathered through pre-tests and post-tests evaluated using a critical writing rubric that emphasized argumentation, use of evidence, and coherence. The results demonstrated a substantial improvement in the experimental group’s critical writing performance. The mean score increased from 62.4 on the pre-test to 81.7 on the post-test, indicating a gain of 19.3 points. Meanwhile, the control group showed a more modest improvement, with scores rising from 63.1 to 70.2, resulting in a gain of 7.1 points. An independent samples t-test confirmed a statistically significant difference between the two groups (p < 0.01). These findings indicate that experiential learning can effectively enhance students’ critical writing abilities by encouraging active participation and reflective learning experiences.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

jades

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Subject

Arts Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Social Sciences Other

Description

JADEs is an acronym for Journal of Academia in English Education. JADEs is a journal published by English Language Education and Teacher training Program, State Institute for Islamic Studies (IAIN) Langsa. JADEs is published twice a year both online and printed forms containing the results of ...