Title: The Use of the Jumbled-Letter Game to Improve the Students' Vocabulary Achievement at Junior High School
Authors: Faidatun Nurul Maulida , Aan Erlyana Fardhani, Bambang Arya Wija Putra
Volume: 9
Issue: 1
Pages: 9-15
Publication Date: 2025/01/28
Abstract:
The present study aims to improve the students' vocabulary achievement and active participation in the classroom using the Jumbled-Letter Game. Different from previous research, which generally investigated the improvement of the students' vocabulary achievements, this study wholly focused on both the achievement and active participation in learning of the students. Employing Classroom Action Research Design, the study was geared to solve the students' problem in learning vocabulary by using the Jumbled-Letter Game, how the technique was implemented to drive students' participation in learning process and could improve their vocabulary achievement. Data collection methods included vocabulary test and class observation for the primary data, while interview with the English teacher and documentation for the secondary data. The collected data were analyzed using percentage formula from test and observation. The findings unveiled that the Jumbled-Letter Game had improved the students' vocabulary achievement and active participation. In general, teaching learning process by using the Jumbled-Letter Game gave the advantages for the students. This technique could encourage the students' motivation and create positive atmosphere in the classroom. The finding underlined the importance of tailored instructional technique that promote students' active participation and vocabulary achievement. It was proven by the result of this research that indicated the use of the Jumbled-Letter Game improved the students' vocabulary achievement and their participation in the class.