Students’ limited interest in reading English texts is often associated with low levels of reading comprehension. This study aimed to improve students’ reading comprehension through the implementation of the Index Card Match strategy in an English classroom. The research adopted a classroom action research design based on the Kemmis and McTaggart model, consisting of two cycles, each comprising planning, action, observation, and reflection stages. Data were collected through observation sheets, field notes, interviews, reading comprehension tests, and student questionnaires. The quantitative findings demonstrated a progressive improvement in students’ reading comprehension across the research cycles. The proportion of students meeting the predetermined achievement criteria increased from 44% in the pre-test to 70% in Cycle I and further to 91% in Cycle II. Qualitative data supported these results, indicating increased student engagement, enjoyment, and motivation during reading activities. The findings suggest that the Index Card Match strategy is effective in enhancing students’ reading comprehension and creating a more interactive learning environment. Therefore, it is recommended that English teachers consider integrating this strategy into reading instruction, while future studies may explore its application in different educational contexts or through alternative research designs. Keywords : Index Card Match; Reading Comprehension; Class Action Research

The learning development of a second language is one of the major challenges for foreign and second language learners. This challenge expands more when these learners find themselves in an academic setting as international students in English-speaking countries such as the USA. This research study explores significant literature on remarkable factors that assist students in developing their vocabulary. It also investigates the learning strategies that a group of international undergraduate students from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville put into practice to foster and expand their English vocabulary repertoire. A mix of both qualitative and quantitative methods were used to collect and analyze data to answer the various questions that arise in regard to the experience and strategies students use in formal and informal settings when applicable. This study confirms two hypotheses: one suggests that first language influences second language vocabulary acquisition, while the other indicates that understanding word meanings through context positively impacts vocabulary learning. Other strategies such as online interactive exercises, dictation, memorization, and real-life examples were also identified, although they have a slightly lesser impact compared to those that support the hypotheses. Keywords : Vocabulary learning, L1 interference; EFL learning; vocabulary strategies

This study aims to develop interactive media using the Canva application for English instruction, targeting the enhancement of learning outcomes for fifth grade students at SD Negeri 050771 Pangkalan Susu. The background of this research highlights the need for effective educational tools to improve students engagement and performance in English. Employing a Research and Development (R&D) approach, the study utilized the ADDIE development model, which encompasses five stages: Analysis, Desin, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation. The research was conducted with 28 fifth grade students, consisting of 15 boys and 13 girls. Data collection methods included observation, interviews, tests, and documentation to assess the efectiveness of the developed media. Expert evaluations indicated that the interactive media received scores of 82% from material experts, 80% from language experts, and 82% from media experts, all categorized as “ feasible”. The results showed a significant improvement in students performance, during the pre test, only 42% of students achieved completion, with 12 passing and 16 not completing the test. In contrast, the post test results revealed an increase in the completing rate to 82%, with 23 students successfully funishing the test and only 5 not completing it. In conclusion, the findings suggest that the interactive media developed using the Canva application for the English subject has effectively improved the learning outcomes of fifth grade students at SD Negeri 050771 Pangkalan Susu. Keywords : Interactive media, Canva application, Learning outcomes

This study examines the perspective of foreign citizens toward Indonesia through qualitative interviews conducted with lecturers, students, and tourist. It analyzes aspect of cultural interaction, hospitality, and interfaith perceptions. The findingsreveal a dynamic blend of appreciation, cultural exchange and occasional misperceptions, all of which contribute to a richly nuanced image of Indonesia within the Global comunnity. The study also emphasizes the importance of personal interactions in shaping foreigners’ perceptions of Indonesia identity. Fieldwork was carried out directly by lecturers and students through case studies involving English-language interviews with International Visitors in Medan. A mixed-method approach with a descriptive framework was used. The results show that foreign cultural representation at Maimun Palace in Medan reflects various aspects of personal tourism, particularly visitors’ interest in exploring local culture at the historical site. Keywords : Culture, Foreign, Language

This study investigated the effectiveness of storytelling as an instructional strategy for improving students’ reading comprehension. A quasi-experimental design was employed, involving 32 students divided into a control group (n=14) and an experimental group (n=18). The control group was taught using conventional methods, while the experimental group received a storytelling-based intervention. Pre-test and post-test scores were analyzed to measure the impact of the teaching methods.The results showed a significant improvement in the experimental group’s reading comprehension. The mean score for the experimental group increased from 64.89 in the pre-test to 78.22 in the post-test, while the control group’s mean score only increased from 65.21 to 68.57. A paired t-test revealed that the experimental group’s improvement was statistically significant (t=6.72, p<0.01), whereas the control group’s improvement was not (t=1.85, p>0.05). An independent t-test comparing the post-test scores of the two groups confirmed a significant difference (t=4.29, p<0.01), with the experimental group outperforming the control group. The effect size (Cohen’s d=1.12) indicated a large impact of the storytelling intervention. These findings highlighted storytelling’s potential to enhance students’ reading comprehension by fostering engagement and deeper understanding of the material. The study underscores the importance of integrating innovative teaching strategies, such as storytelling, into educational practices to improve learning outcomes. Further research is recommended to explore its application across different subjects and educational levels. Keywords : storytelling, teaching strategy, reading comprehension

This research discussed “An Analysis of Metaphors in ‘Dizzy Up the Girl’Song Album by The Goo Goo Dolls”. This study aimed to focus on the typesof metaphors contained in the lyrics of the songs on the Dizzy Up the Girlalbum. This research uses a descriptive qualitative method. The technique usedin this data collection is looking at each lyric from May to June 2024 andrecording the lyrics, each of which contains three types of metaphors, namelystructural, orientational, and ontological. This data is based on Lakoff andJohnson's theory. In addition, the data source used is the Spotify musicapplication. The results of this study found 44 data. Researchers found 20 songlyrics containing ontological type, 15 song lyrics containing structural, and 2song lyrics containing orientational. Based on the data found, the most widelyused type of metaphor is the ontological type. Keywords : Linguistic; Metaphor; Song

This study investigated the use of mind mapping as a strategy for improving the writing skills of eleventh-grade students at MAS YasPen Nurul Huda Serapu. This study focused on 24 students who struggled to organize their ideas and effectively communicate them in written English. To measure the impact of mind mapping on students' writing abilities, the study used a combination of observation, instructor interviews, and several exams across three cycles. The first data in Cycle I revealed that students had a low average GPA of 57.66, indicating a substantial need for intervention. Students' average scores rose gradually as they used mind mapping, reaching 65.50 in Cycle II and 80.50 in Cycle III, surpassing the KKM standard of 72. The findings demonstrated that mind mapping effectively helps students organize their thoughts and improve their writing skills. This research highlights the potential of innovative teaching methods like mind mapping in enhancing educational outcomes and suggests further integration of such techniques in the curriculum to support student learning. Keywords: Mind mapping; Writing skills

Learning English could be greatly enhanced by Information Technology (IT). The function of IT in the context of learning English is covered in this article, along with topics such as multimedia-based learning, communication and cooperation, e-assessment, and independent learning. To gather the most recent data regarding the function of IT in English language learning, a literature review methodology is employed. The study's findings demonstrated that IT makes learning resources easily accessible, helps with English language learning applications, enhances the quality of learning with multimedia content, permits international communication and teamwork, makes evaluation and feedback procedures easier, and promotes independent learning. In summary, information technology significantly enhances the process of learning English. Keywords : Information_Technology; Impact; English_Learning