The Effectiveness Of Snakes And Ladders Game Media On Student Learning Outcomes In English Learning For Grade IV On Vocabulary Animal Topic At Mi Al Hikmah Tembalang Semarang Academic Year 2024/2025
Keywords:
Vocabulary, Snake and Leaders, 4th-grade students at MI Al Hikmah TembalangAbstract
This study aims to improve students' English vocabulary mastery using the Snakes and
Ladders media. The research was conducted with 4th-grade students of MI Al Hikmah
Tembalang Semarang during the 2024/2025 academic year, employing a Pretest-Posttest
Design. Data collection techniques included observation, pre-test, treatment, and post-test.
The results showed that students who were taught using the Snakes and Ladders media
experienced a marked improvement in their vocabulary mastery compared to those who
received conventional instruction. The experimental group demonstrated a stronger
increase in learning outcomes, suggesting that the media provided a more engaging and
effective learning experience. Statistical analysis confirmed a significant difference
between the two groups, indicating that the use of this media had a positive impact on
students’ vocabulary acquisition. This study concludes that Snakes and Ladders can serve
as an innovative and effective tool for enhancing vocabulary mastery in English. It is
therefore recommended that educators integrate such interactive learning media to foster
greater student engagement and improve learning outcomes.
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