Jadila: Journal of Development and Innovation in Language and Literature Education
Vol. 5 No. 1 (2025): Jadila: Journal of Development and Innovation in Language and Literature Educat

Students' Difficulties in Reading Comprehension

Tri Martini (UIN Raden Fatah Palembang)
Amalia Hasanah (UIN Raden Fatah Palembang)
Winny Agustia Riznanda (UIN Raden Fatah Palembang)



Article Info

Publish Date
28 Feb 2025

Abstract

Reading comprehension is a fundamental skill that enables individuals to understand and interpret written text. Many students encounter significant difficulties in comprehending text, leading to difficulties in academic performance and overall language development. This study aims to investigate the difficulties in reading comprehension faced by students at MA Patra Mandiri Plaju. The approach used in this study was qualitative. Participants in this study were grade XII students at MA Patra Mandiri Plaju, who were selected using homogeneous sampling techniques. Data were obtained through an interview process and then analyzed using thematic analysis. From the research that was conducted, several difficulties in reading comprehension faced by students at MA Patra Mandiri Plaju were found, namely difficulties in understanding the meaning of words, difficulties in understanding long sentences, difficulties in understanding the main idea, difficulties in making inferences, difficulties in understanding grammar, difficulties in understanding reading strategies, and difficulties in concentration.    

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Journal Info

Abbrev

jadila

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Subject

Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media

Description

Jadila: Journal of Development and Innovation in Language and Literature Education publishes scholarly research in language education, language teaching, literature, linguistics, and related educational fields. The journal aims to advance knowledge, improve educational practices, and encourage ...