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guistics Terapan dan Pendidikan Bahasa Inggri.
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Month Year Stimulating The Reading Proficiency Of 10th Grade Students Through The Application Of Wordwall In Recount Text Cahya Rika Prapelia Faculty of Teacher Training and Education.
Balitar Islam University.
Blitar/Jawa Timur, and Indonesia Email : rikacahya06@gmail.
Dian Fadhilawati Faculty of Teacher Training and Education.
Balitar Islam University.
Blitar/Jawa Timur, and Indonesia Email : dianfadhilawati@yahoo.
Korespondensi penulis : rikacahya06@gmail.
ABSTRACT.
The study aims to evaluate the efficacy of the Wordwall application in stimulating reading skills among tenth-grade students at X-10 in SMA 1 Sutojayan.
It employs a pre-experimental design with a one-group pre-test and post-test methodology, following a quantitative research framework.
The process includes three stages: .
pre-test, .
treatment, and .
post-test.
To ensure data reliability, tests were piloted on students with similar proficiency levels.
Data collection involved administering tests, and statistical analysis.
Results showed a significant improvement in student reading achievement, with scores increasing from 77.
24 to 86.
24 after implementing the Wordwall application for recount text instruction.
The paired sample t-test showed the distinction .
= 0.
, underscoring the Wordwall application's effectiveness in enhancing recount text reading achievement among tenth-grade students at X-10 in SMA Negeri 1 Sutojayan Blitar.
Keywords: Wordwall Application.
Reading Achievement.
Recount Text.
Pre-Experimental Research
INTRODUCTION
The role of language in human experience is significant, serving as a potent means of communication, expression, and connection.
(Mailani et al.
, 2.
said language stands as the foundation of human interaction, allowing for mutual understanding and effective communication in diverse situations.
In Indonesia.
English is required as a mandatory subject in both junior and senior high school curricula, acknowledged as a EFL (Yuliana, 2.
The instruction of the English language as a foreign language in Indonesia encompasses fundamental language abilities such as listening, speaking, reading, and writing.
These skills are conveyed and acquired in a unified and integrated approach, as emphasized by (Yuliana.
Among the essential language skills that students need to acquire, mastering reading is of utmost significance.
As noted by Ismail.
Syahruzah.
, & Basuki .
, reading holds a crucial role as the primary process through which students obtain information in relation to language instruction.
Received: Februari 27, 2024.
Accepted: Maret 19, 2024.
Published: April 31, 2024 * Cahya Rika Prapelia, rikacahya06@gmail.
Stimulating The Reading Proficiency Of 10th Grade Students Through The Application Of Wordwall In Recount Text Furthermore, (Ismail et al.
, 2.
underscored that the significance of reading extends beyond English language learning.
it is crucial for mastering content written in English across various subjects.
Reading not only facilitates comprehension but also enhances one's insight and knowledge.
Engaging in reading contributes to overall academic success, enabling students to improve their progress in diverse fields of learning.
Lacking proficient reading skills poses a challenge for students, hindering their ability to become successful readers and attain the necessary comprehension levels within educational institutions, as noted by (Kaya, 2.
The statement implies that achieving the required level of understanding heavily relies on strong reading abilities.
Moreover, (Megawati, 2.
pointed out that certain students might exhibit a lack of interest or concentration when reading, hindering their comprehension as they tend to focus solely on the text without fully understanding its content.
Furthermore, (Risdianti, 2.
observed that students face challenges in identifying synonyms for intricate words within the text while engaging in Moreover, students might encounter challenges in comprehending a text when they come across words or terms that they perceive as unfamiliar, as indicated by (Febriani & Sya.
Additionally, another issue arises as students frequently struggle with identifying the main idea within a text, despite the crucial importance of grasping the central concept for enhanced understanding, as highlighted by (Fauzi, 2.
Furthermore, the process of reading comprehension is intricate, shaped by a multitude of internal and external factors.
Internal factors encompass elements such as the attributes of the students and their attitudes towards the learning process, focus rate during study sessions, the ability to process educational materials, aptitude for exploring learning results, self-assurance, and study routines constitute internal factors.
External factors include teacher-related elements, the societal context, school syllabus, and facilities, as highlighted by (Anzar & Mardhatillah, 2.
Additionally, (Fisher, 2.
contended that students facing challenges in reading tend to perceive it as a formidable task, prioritizing the correct words over deriving enjoyment from the activity.
As per the observations made by researchers, students in class X-10 at SMA Negeri 1 Sutojayan Blitar encountered challenges in developing reading skills.
Specifically, these difficulties manifested when dealing with recount texts, particularly in tasks such as identifying the main idea, comprehending meanings accurately, making references, extracting detailed information from the text, and drawing conclusions.
To address these hurdles in learning to read and enhance students' reading proficiency, leading to improved comprehension of reading texts, teachers are advised to incorporate engaging online learning media, as suggested by JURRIBAH - Vol.
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A media platform well-suited for instructing reading in the contemporary digital age is the Wordwall application, as suggested by (Fidya et al.
, 2.
As outlined by (Sari & Yarza, 2.
Wordwall proves to be a versatile application with the capability to be employed for diverse educational purposes, functioning as educational media, learning materials, or an engaging online assessment tool that captures the interest of Furthermore, (Rahmawati & Wijayanti, 2.
observed that Wordwall aids in improving students' vocabulary, allowing them to learn new words and enhance their proficiency in language.
This, in turn, contributes to an improved ability to comprehend reading texts easily.
Furthermore, the suitability of the Wordwall application as an alternative medium for teaching reading lies in its interactive nature, taking the form of a game easily accessible online.
According to (Aidah & Nurafni, 2.
Wordwall offers numerous templates, user-friendly accessibility, and the ability to capture students' interest by providing various reading activities like quizzes and puzzles.
Moreover, (Rahmawati, 2.
emphasized the flexibility of Wordwall, stating that it can be utilized across different educational levels, from elementary to high school, with diverse variations.
It not only serves as an engaging medium for learning English but also for other subjects.
METHOD
The scientists used a quantitative study design methodology, and the data gathered for this investigation was in numerical form.
This study design employed in this investigation was pre-experimental, utilizing a one-group pretest-posttest design.
As per (Sugiyono, 2.
, cited in (Muslimin, 2.
, quantitative study is identified as a research approach based on the positivist tenet.
It is utilized for investigating specific populations or samples, employing research instruments for data collection, conducting quantitative/statistical data analysis, with the primary objective of testing established hypotheses.
Researchers will conduct their research at SMA Negeri 1 Sutojayan Blitar.
The researcher received a recommendation from Miss BDR and obtained permission from the school principal.
Additionally, the educational institution offers amenities like laboratories to facilitate the integration of digital tools in the instructional Moreover, students are permitted to bring their mobile phones into the classroom.
Moreover, guided by suggestions from the deputy principal responsible for the curriculum, the researcher selected class X-10 due to its lower achievement in reading recount texts compared to other classes.
Students at X-10 encountered challenges such as struggles in discerning the primary concept in text, knowing the precise context, taking the relevant text Stimulating The Reading Proficiency Of 10th Grade Students Through The Application Of Wordwall In Recount Text subjects, quoting words, retrieving specific information from the reading material, and making inferences based on the text.
The research procedure is divided into three stages: initial assessment .
re-tes.
, intervention or therapy implementation, and subsequent evaluation.
other words, researchers take initial measures, provide therapy, and then measure the findings again to see whether there are any changes or consequences.
To gather data, a pre-test was administered by the researchers on May 8, 2023.
As stated by (Thahir & Rizkiyani, 2.
, a pre-test is an initial assessment conducted by researchers to ascertain the baseline condition of students before any intervention is introduced.
The pre-test involved the distribution of reading test questions comprising a total of 40 multiple-choice The objective is to evaluate students' comprehension and proficiency in identifying the text main idea, grasping the suitable understanding, selecting the relevant topic, locating detailed information, and drawing conclusions from the reading text.
Additionally, on May 26,2023 the researchers administered a post-test.
From (Wardani & Ena, 2.
the post-test is carried out after students receive learning and assesses whether students have succeeded in acquiring the knowledge and skills that have been taught.
In this context, the post-test is designed to gauge students' learning achievements in reading recount texts subsequent to receiving the lesson.
To validate the reliability and validity of the test, a trial was conducted on May 4, 2023.
This initial examination conducted to a cohort of pupils possessing similar capabilities as the The objective is to verify that the tests' quality and dependability correspond to practical, real-world scenarios.
In a more extensive perspective, researchers utilize a pre-test and post-test design to reduce errors made by students while reading personal stories, and the trial test serves as a method to validate the instrument's reliability.
FINDINGS AND DISCUSSION
Before conducting a pre-test in class X-10 at SMAN 1 Sutojayan Blitar, the researcher conducted an experimental trial first.
to ensure that the test has adequate validity and reliability as a research instrument before being officially used.
This research must be carried out before drawing conclusions whether recount text is effective or not for class X students at SMA Negeri 1 Sutojayan.
These findings include: pre-test results, post-test results, homogeneity and normality test results, paired t test results, and hypothesis results.
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Table 1 The outcome of the recount text trial test for students at X-7 in SMAN 1 Sutojayan Name of Respondent ABP
ARS
Score
ADF
AZP
ATAS
ADM
CYA
CVS
DRW
DFP
DWP
DFAS
EARF
FSP
FDS
KCS
LBR
MSA
MSN
MJB
MBR
MIA
NJF
NEP
NPL
NAC
NAP
PSHS
RBA
RPIA
Following the collection of the students' trial test results, the researcher attempted to analyze the students' responses to the items using SPSS 25.
The objective was to assess the test's reliability and validity.
Stimulating The Reading Proficiency Of 10th Grade Students Through The Application Of Wordwall In Recount Text Table 2 The Result of Validity Question R count Question R count The results displayed in table 2 demonstrate that each item has count > r table .
indicating positive outcomes.
Therefore, the test items are considered valid.
Additionally, the researcher proceeded to perform a reliability test after obtaining the validity test results.
Table 3 The Reliability Result
Case Processing Summary Cases Valid
Excludeda
Total
Cronbach's Alpha
0,935
From the details presented in the previous table description, it is clear that the Cronbach's Alpha criterion exceeds 0.
After the tests were tried out and the testsAo reliability and validity were known, the scientist then engaged a pre-test on May 8, 2023 and post-test on May 26, 2023 for class X-10 of SMA Negeri 1 Sutojayan with 38 students as respondents.
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Name of Respondent ADW
AHS
APDC
ADE
ALM
BPS
CFO
DUK
DTW
DASA
FDP
HSP
IENA
IPS
IGW
JRB
LAK
MMA
MWZ
MZON
MZR
NIKM
PAP
RAPN
RSP
RPMS
SRC
SRC
Score No.
Name of Respondent ADW
AHS
APDC
ADE
ALM
BPS
CFO
DUK
DTW
DASA
FDP
HSP
IENA
IPS
IGW
JRB
LAK
MMA
MWZ
MZON
MZR
NIKM
PAP
RAPN
RSP
RPMS
SRC
SRC
Score Below is the calculation of the average score obtained from the pre-test score and posttest score as follows.
Average Score Pre-test:
ycA= OcycU 2935 = 77.
ycA Average Score Post-test:
ycA= OcycU 3277 = 86.
ycA Stimulating The Reading Proficiency Of 10th Grade Students Through The Application Of Wordwall In Recount Text Derived from the outcomes of the pre-test, the reading accomplishment of students in recount texts remains subpar.
The pre-test results closely align with or slightly deviate from the scores related to English topic knowledge.
In an effort to enhance the reading proficiency of X-10 students at SMAN 1 Sutojayan, the researcher plans to implement Wordwall.
Subsequent to the analysis of the post-test results, the researcher proceeded with homogeneity and normality testing.
Table 5 The Normality Test Result One-Sample Kolmogorov-Smirnov Test Unstandardized Residual Normal Parameters Mean Std.
Deviation Most Extreme Differences Absolute Positive Negative Test Statistic Asymp.
Sig.
-taile.
Table 6 The Result of Homogenity Test Variabel Test of Homogeneity of Variances Levene Statistic Based on Mean Based on Median Based on Median and with adjusted df Based on trimmed mean Sig.
In this particular study, the KolmogorovAeSmirnov One Sample Test was used for the assessment of normality.
Meanwhile.
Levene's statistic is used to produce a homogeneity test.
If the significance value .
) normality test sig.
Value > 0.
05, then the data follows a normal While the significance value .
) > 0.
05 means that the data varies or is The next section presents the results of the paired sample t-test performed in this study.
Table 7 The Result of Paired Sample t-test Pair Pre Test - Post Test Paired Differences 95% Confidence Interval of the Difference Std.
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value is below 0.
05, signifying a noteworthy difference in the learning outcomes observed in the pre-test and post-test data.
CONCLUSION
Building on earlier results, it was shown that class X-10's reading competency was 24 when it came to understanding recount texts prior to Wordwall's incorporation.
This accomplishment went to 86.
24 once Wordwall was put into place.
This finding suggests that XAe10 pupils' reading skills have significantly improved, especially in terms of their ability to understand recount narratives.
Furthermore, a Sig .
-taile.
value of 0.
000 was obtained from the analysis of the paired sample t-test, which is less than the significant threshold of 0.
The alternative research hypothesis (H.
is supported by this result, and the rejection of the null hypothesis (H.
Therefore, it can be inferred that Wordwall effectively contributes to the improvement of reading achievement in recount texts for class X-10 students at SMAN 1 Sutojayan Blitar.
ACKNOWLEDGMENTS