Enhancing Students’ Mastery in Reading Skill with Suggestopedia Technique by Game-Based Learning
Keywords:
Reading Skill, Suggestopedia Technique, Game-Based LearningAbstract
This study examines the effectiveness of the Suggestopedia technique combined with game-based
learning (GBL) in improving the reading skills of grade X students at SMK N 4 Kendal, especially
in recount texts. A total of 68 students participated in this study, who were divided equally into an
experimental group consisting of 34 students from grade X APAT 1 and a control group consisting
of 34 students from grade X APAT 2. The results showed a significant increase in the experimental
group compared to the control group.In the control group, the average pre-test score was 56.88
“Inadequate”, increasing to 67.35 “Adequate” in the post-test. Meanwhile, the experimental group
showed a much greater increase, with an average pre-test score of 59.06 “Inadequate” and
increasing significantly to 89.47 “Excellent” in the post-test. Statistical analysis using the
Wilcoxon test confirmed that this increase was significant (p < 0.05). Student feedback reinforced
the success of the method. Most students in the experimental group found the learning process
more interesting, interactive, and enjoyable than the traditional method. Specifically, 57.3% of
students stated that incorporating games into the learning activities significantly improved their
comprehension of the recount text while increasing their motivation and engagement.
Suggestopedia Technique combined with Game-Based Learning proved to be a more effective
approach for enhancing students' reading skills in recount texts.
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