Institusion
Universitas Maritim Raja Ali Haji
Author
Ria, Eryansyah
Satria, Agust
Nana Raihana, Askurny
Subject
371.36 Project Methods/Metode Pengajaran Tertentu, Metode Pembelajaran Tertentu
Datestamp
2021-07-28 06:05:53
Abstract :
This study is intended to improve the ability to write descriptive text
through brainstorming techniques for class VIII students at Al - Kautsar Junior
High School Tanjungpinang in the 2018/2019 academic year.
This research is qualitative. It consists of two cycles. Researchers work
collaboratively with English teachers in implementing actions. The data of this
study are mostly qualitative although there are several quantitative data.
Qualitative data is obtained by observing the teaching and learning process during
the implementation of the action, and giving some questions to class VIII students
of Al - Kautsar Tanjungpinang Middle School and English teachers as
collaborators, while quantitative data is obtained through student assessment.
ability to write descriptive text through pre-test and post-test. Data in the form of
field notes, interview transcripts, and test scores.
The results of this study indicate that the application of brainstorming
techniques in writing classes is believed to be effective for improving students'
ability to write descriptive texts. Brainstorming techniques help students to
generate ideas and organize them into paragraphs. They can set the time for
writing more effectively and perform writing tasks more leverage. The students
also felt that brainstorming techniques helped them improve their writing skills.
This implies that the application of brainstorming techniques in writing
instructions has a positive effect on improving student performance and
achievement in writing descriptive texts. Referring to the results of the study,
brainstorming can improve students' ability to write descriptive texts in terms of
encouraging students to start by writing. Brainstorming facilitates students to
activate their knowledge before they practice their writing. This helps them
generate ideas more effectively and release their anxiety that causes the writer's
block. Using this technique, students can feel comfortable doing writing
assignments