The Implementation of SQ3R Technique to Improve the Eighth Graders’ Reading Comprehension of Recount Texts

This study is aimed at implementing the SQ3R technique to solve the classroom problems found in the class 8I in SMPN 8 Malang. The study was conducted on the basis of the preliminary study in which the researcher identified some classroom problems, namely (1) the students had a low ability in their reading comprehension of recount texts, and (2) the students had a low level of participation in the classroom reading activities. Thus, the researcher decided to implement the SQ3R technique because this technique can improve the students’ reading comprehension and level of active participation in the classroom.SQ3R technique is a technique that focuses primarily on reading comprehension through five activities of (1) surveying, (2) questioning, (3) reading, (4) reciting, and (5) reviewing. In implementing the technique, the researcher conducted a classroom action research (CAR) that was carried out in two cycles with total six meetings. The data presented in this study are the students’ scores, which are obtained through reading comprehension tests, and the results of the observation regarding the students’ participation, which are collected from observation checklists. The study results were then analyzed and compared to the criteria of success defined in this study to see whether they were achieved or not.The findings of the study indicated that the implementation of the SQ3R technique was (1) successful in improving the students’ reading comprehension of recount texts and (2) able to increase the students’ participation in reading activities. At the end of the study, 87.5% of the students had achieved at least a 10-point improvement in their reading comprehension test scores compared to their scores in the preliminary test. Furthermore, 92.85% of the students had actively participated in all of the SQ3R activities in the classroom. Ergo, the improvement in student scores and the students’ positive response showed that the implementation of the SQ3R technique has met all of the criteria of success in this study.This study proves that the SQ3R technique can improve the students’ reading comprehension of recount texts and the students also have a positive response toward the implementation of the technique. For those reasons, it is suggested that English teachers apply and adopt the SQ3R technique in their classrooms. Moreover, the findings presented in this study can be used a valuable reference for future researchers.ABSTRAK Ramadhani, Fadhil. 2018. The Implementation of SQ3R Technique to Improve the Eighth Graders’ Reading Comprehension of Recount Texts. Thesis, Department of English, Faculty of Letters, Universitas Negeri Malang. Advisors: (I) Drs. Andi Muhtar, M.A., (II) Dra. Sri Andreani, M.Ed. Keywords: SQ3R technique, reading comprehension, recount texts This study is aimed at implementing the SQ3R technique to solve the classroom problems found in the class 8I in SMPN 8 Malang. The study was conducted on the basis of the preliminary study in which the researcher identified some classroom problems, namely (1) the students had a low ability in their reading comprehension of recount texts, and (2) the students had a low level of participation in the classroom reading activities. Thus, the researcher decided to implement the SQ3R technique because this technique can improve the students’ reading comprehension and level of active participation in the classroom. SQ3R technique is a technique that focuses primarily on reading comprehension through five activities of (1) surveying, (2) questioning, (3) reading, (4) reciting, and (5) reviewing. In implementing the technique, the researcher conducted a classroom action research (CAR) that was carried out in two cycles with total six meetings. The data presented in this study are the students’ scores, which are obtained through reading comprehension tests, and the results of the observation regarding the students’ participation, which are collected from observation checklists. The study results were then analyzed and compared to the criteria of success defined in this study to see whether they were achieved or not. The findings of the study indicated that the implementation of the SQ3R technique was (1) successful in improving the students’ reading comprehension of recount texts and (2) able to increase the students’ participation in reading activities. At the end of the study, 87.5% of the students had achieved at least a 10-point improvement in their reading comprehension test scores compared to their scores in the preliminary test. Furthermore, 92.85% of the students had actively participated in all of the SQ3R activities in the classroom. Ergo, the improvement in student scores and the students’ positive response showed that the implementation of the SQ3R technique has met all of the criteria of success in this study. This study proves that the SQ3R technique can improve the students’ reading comprehension of recount texts and the students also have a positive response toward the implementation of the technique. For those reasons, it is suggested that English teachers apply and adopt the SQ3R technique in their classrooms. Moreover, the findings presented in this study can be used a valuable reference for future researchers. ABSTRAK Ramadhani, Fadhil. 2018. The Implementation of SQ3R Technique to Improve the Eighth Graders’ Reading Comprehension of Recount Texts. Skripsi, Jurusan Sastra Inggris, Fakultas Sastra, Universitas Negeri Malang. Pembimbing: (I) Drs. Andi Muhtar, M.A., (II) Dra. Sri Andreani, M.Ed. Kata kunci: Teknik SQ3R, pemahaman membaca, teks recount Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menerapkan teknik SQ3R untuk mengatasi permasalahan kelas yang ditemukan di kelas 8I di SMPN 8 Malang. Penelitian ini dilaksanakan berdasarkan pada studi awal yang dimana peneliti mengidentifikasi permasalahan berupa kemampuan rendah para murid dalam memahami bacaan berupa teks recount dan kurangnya partisipasi murid dalam kegiatan membaca dalam kelas. Maka dari itu, peneliti memutuskan untuk menerapkan teknik SQ3R karena teknik ini dapat meningkatkan pemahaman membaca murid dan tingkat partisipasi di kelas. Teknik SQ3R adalah sebuah teknik yang berfokus terutama pada pemahaman membaca melakui lima aktifitas berupa (1) surveying(menyurvei), (2) questioning(bertanya), (3) reading(membaca), (4) reciting(menceritakan), dan (5) reviewing(meninjau).Dalam menerapkan teknik ini, peneliti mengadakan penelitian tindakan kelas (PTK) yang dilakukan dalam dua siklus dengan total enam pertemuan. Data yang disajikan dalam penelitian ini adalah nilai para murid yang didapatkan melalui tes pemahaman membaca, dan hasil dari observasi tentang partisipasi siswa yang dikumpulkan dari checklist observasi. Hasil yang telah dikumpulkan lalu dianalisa dan dibandingkan dengan kriteria sukses dari penelitian ini untuk melihat apakah kriteria tersebut tercapai atau tidak. Temuan dari penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa penerapan teknik SQ3R (1) telah sukses dalam meningkatkan kemampuan membaca murid pada teks recount dan (2) dapat meningkatkan tingkat partisipasi siswa dalam kegiatan membaca. Pada akhir penelitian, 87.5% dari para murid telah mendapatkan peningkatan paling tidak 10 poin pada nilai tes kemampuan membaca mereka ketika dibandingkan dengan nilai mereka pada studi awal. Selanjutnya, 92.85% dari para murid berpartisipasi aktif dalam semua kegiatan SQ3R di dalam kelas. Dengan demikian, peningkatan pada nilai murid dan respon positif murid menunjukkan bahwa penerapan teknik SQ3R telah mencapai semua kriteria sukses dalam penelitian ini. Penelitian ini membuktikan bahwa teknik SQ3R dapat meningkatkan pemahaman membaca terhadap teks recount dan juga menghasilkan respon positif terhadap penerapan teknik ini. Maka, para guru Bahasa Inggris disarankan untuk menerapkan teknik ini dalam kelas mereka. Temuan dalam penelitian ini juga dapat digunakan sebagai bahan referensi oleh para peneliti di masa depan