DEVELOPING STUDENTS' LANGUAGE SKILLS THROUGH  THE IMPLEMENTATION OF BASIC LITERACY

Annas Solihin; Nurul Istiq'faroh; Heru Subrata; Hendratno Hendratno; Wahyu Sukartiningsih

doi:10.31764/jmm.v8i6.26888

DEVELOPING STUDENTS' LANGUAGE SKILLS THROUGH THE IMPLEMENTATION OF BASIC LITERACY

Annas Solihin, Nurul Istiq'faroh, Heru Subrata, Hendratno Hendratno, Wahyu Sukartiningsih

Abstract

Abstrak: Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengeksplorasi implementasi literasi dasar di SDN Rangkah VI/168 Surabaya dan dampaknya terhadap kemampuan bahasa siswa, termasuk membaca, menulis, berbicara, dan mendengarkan. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan metode observasi dan wawancara untuk menyelidiki praktik literasi yang diterapkan di kelas. Instrumen yang digunakan mencakup indikator dan pertanyaan semi-terstruktur untuk menggali pengalaman dan tantangan yang dihadapi oleh guru dan siswa. Data dianalisis untuk mengidentifikasi pola dan praktik yang signifikan dalam pengembangan keterampilan literasi. Hasil observasi menunjukkan antusiasme siswa untuk membaca, meskipun ada variasi dalam kemampuan menulis dan berbicara mereka. Wawancara dengan guru menemukan tantangan dalam mengajarkan keterampilan literasi, seperti perbedaan kemampuan siswa dan kurangnya motivasi untuk menulis. Siswa lebih nyaman berbicara dalam kelompok kecil, sementara keterampilan menyimak masih perlu ditingkatkan. Untuk mengatasi tantangan-tantangan ini, disarankan agar guru menerapkan pengajaran yang berbeda, memberikan lebih banyak tugas menulis kreatif, dan mengintegrasikan teknologi ke dalam proses pembelajaran. Studi ini menyimpulkan bahwa mengembangkan kemampuan bahasa melalui literasi dasar sangat penting untuk mempersiapkan siswa mengikuti pendidikan formal yang lebih tinggi dan menjadi anggota masyarakat yang produktif. Dengan pendekatan yang tepat, diharapkan kemampuan literasi siswa dapat meningkat secara signifikan.

Abstract: This study aims to explore the implementation of basic literacy at SDN Rangkah VI/168 Surabaya and its impact on students' language skills, including reading, writing, speaking, and listening. This study used a qualitative approach with observation and interview methods to investigate literacy practices implemented in the classroom. The instrument used included indicators and semi-structured questions to explore the experiences and challenges faced by teachers and students. The data was analyzed to identify significant patterns and practices in literacy skills development. The observations revealed students' enthusiasm for reading, though there were variations in their writing and speaking abilities. Interviews with teachers uncovered challenges in teaching literacy skills, such as the differences in student abilities and the lack of motivation to write. Students were more comfortable speaking in small groups, while listening skills still required improvement. To address these challenges, it is recommended that teachers implement differentiated instruction, assign more creative writing tasks, and integrate technology into the learning process. This study concludes that developing language skills through basic literacy is crucial for preparing students for higher formal education and becoming productive members of society. With the appropriate approach, it is expected that students' literacy abilities can improve significantly.

Keywords

Basic Literacy; Language Skills; Primary Education.

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.31764/jmm.v8i6.26888