<![CDATA[Javanese language learning in elementary schools plays an important role in developing students’ character and politeness through the application of unggah-ungguh basa (speech levels). However, based on observations conducted in Grade II of SD Jabal Noer, students experienced difficulties in distinguishing between ngoko and krama forms and lacked confidence in using krama in daily communication. This study aimed to improve students’ ability to distinguish between ngoko and krama through the combination of the song method and the Make a Match learning model. This research employed Classroom Action Research (CAR) consisting of two cycles, namely planning, action, observation, and reflection. The participants were 16 second-grade students of SD Jabal Noer in the 2025/2026 academic year. Data were collected through observation and learning achievement tests. The results showed an improvement in students’ ability to distinguish between ngoko and krama. The average score increased from 63.12 in the pre-cycle to 76.87 in Cycle I and 87.50 in Cycle II. Classical learning mastery also improved from 31% in the pre-cycle to 68% in Cycle I and 87% in Cycle II. Therefore, the combination of the song method and the Make a Match learning model effectively improved students’ ability to distinguish between ngoko and krama.]]>
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