Improving students’ ability in reading comprehension by using preview, question, read, state and test strategy

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This research was applied by classroom action research. The classroom action research that is used in this research adopting the Kemmis and MC.Taggart research design; it consists of 2 cycles. This study applied quantitative and qualitative data. The quantitative data were taken the mean of students’ score in taking test. The qualitative data were taken from interview, observation sheet, and photography.
Based on the research findings, it can be said that through PQRST strategy in reading comprehension learning, the reading teaching learning process is success since the criteria of success were achieved. First criterion of action success is 75 % of students could achieve the target of minimal mastery level criteria or KKM of English lesson was 75. The findings of the study are 11 students or 42% of students who achieved the minimal mastery level criterion or KKM. Next, in the result of post-test in cycle I. There were 36 or 97 % students who achieved the minimal mastery criterion, because they have study after pre-test. Next, in the result of post-test in cycle 2, all student score were fantastic, they are 37 or 100% students who achieved the minimal mastery level criterion or KKM. Second, related to the observation result showed that the students’ ability were improved in reading comprehension. It can be seen from their participation in the classroom, their motivation in learning reading comprehension in the classroom. Third, related to the interview result showed that the students were interested in reading comprehension study. Fourth, related to the photography result showed that the activities in learning process, students’ participation and activity while study reading.

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