IMPROVING STUDENTS' READING ABILITY USING THE SQ3R METHOD FOR CLASS STUDENTS 8 SMPN 2 TANJUNG PURA TAHUN AJARAN 2022/2023

Abstract

This study aims to improve the reading ability of class VIII students of SMP Negeri 2 Tanjung Pura. It is known that the lessons delivered tend to be mastered by the teacher using the monotonous lecture method so that students feel bored. This is due to the lack of variations in the use of learning methods that are appropriate to the conditions of students. The purpose of this research is to find out whether the use of the SQ3R method can improve the reading comprehension of class VIII students of SMP Negeri 2 Tanjung Pura. The SQ3R Method includes: Survey, Questions, Read, Recite, Review. This research was conducted in collaboration with English teachers at SMP Negeri 2 Tanjung Pura. But only researchers make observations. Classroom Action Research (CAR) is carried out in several cycles which include the stages of planning, implementing, evaluating/observing, and reflecting on each cycle. This research was conducted for three cycles. As for the data collection instruments in the form of tests and observation sheets. The results of the study found that student learning outcomes after the learning action was implemented increased. If in cycle 1 the average value reaches 70.65, it means that it has not reached the completeness criteria, in cycle 2 the average value reaches 71.9 and in cycle 3 the average value reaches 77.05. After carrying out 3 cycles of improving learning outcomes completeness reached 25% of students, in cycle 2 the increase occurred until it reached 35%, and in the 3rd cycle the increase reached 75%. Total number of students. As for suggestions for the selected teacher to be more creative in designing learning activities, not just fixated on the method used Commonly used and teachers must apply interesting learning methods that are more meaningful and can make students active, creative, effective and fun so that learning can be achieved properly.