ANALISIS KUALITAS PEMBELAJARAN BAHASA INGGRIS DI KELAS XII SMA TUNAS LUHUR: TANTANGAN DAN PELUANG
Keywords:
English learning challenges, 12th grade education, descriptive qualitative research, student motivation and engagement, improving learning outcomesAbstract
English has become an important language in the era of globalization, playing a key role in international communication and various sectors such as economy and technology. In Indonesia, although English is taught from elementary school to higher education, challenges in the learning process are still prevalent, especially at the high school level. SMA Tunas Luhur focuses on improving students' English skills, but the specific challenges and opportunities for 12th-grade students, particularly in preparation for final exams and life after school, have not been extensively studied. This research aims to analyze the quality of English learning in the 12th grade at SMA Tunas Luhur by identifying challenges and opportunities that can be optimized to improve student learning outcomes. It also seeks to provide relevant and practical solutions to enhance the quality of English education at the school. This study uses a descriptive qualitative research design with an approach focusing on the experiences and perspectives of students and teachers. Data were collected through a combination of questionnaires, interviews, and observations. Data analysis was conducted following the methodology of Miles and Huberman (1994), which includes data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. Observations revealed that some students lacked enthusiasm for learning English, and more active and engaging teaching methods were needed. From the questionnaires, students identified key challenges such as difficulties in speaking, listening, and grammar, as well as lack of motivation and facilities. Interviews with teachers revealed that, despite using various teaching methods such as Communicative Language Teaching (CLT), differences in student motivation and ability remain major challenges. Suggestions for improvement include enhancing facilities, utilizing technology, and introducing extracurricular activities like English clubs as opportunities to improve the quality of learning. English learning in the 12th grade at SMA Tunas Luhur faces various challenges, including a lack of student motivation, limited facilities, and differing student abilities. However, there are opportunities to improve the quality of education through the use of technology, more interactive teaching approaches, and better access to learning materials. Implementing these strategies is expected to enhance students' English learning outcomes and overall learning experience.
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