DEVELOPING SPEAKING SKILL OF GRADE X STUDENTS AT MA AL-KHAIRAAT MADINATUL ILMI DOLO THROUGH DEBATE
Abstract
This study is designed to describe the application of debate in developing speaking skills of grade 10 students in MA MA-khairaat Madinatul Ilmi Dolo. The researcher applied qualitative research. This research was conducted at MA Al-khairaat Madinatul Ilmi Dolo with a sample of 20 students in grade 10. The students received treatment for six meetings. Data collected was analyzed descriptively and statistically. The results of the data show that students get development from the total score of the first meeting is 1335 and 1414 at the last meeting. This means students improve individual and class development. The results of the questionnaire also show a large number of students who chose the 'always' and 'often' options on the questionnaire. This means that students respond positively and have the motivation to learn English. Student activity varies. Student performance is needed. If students get an interesting topic to debate, they will be happy to accept it in class. It can be concluded that debate techniques can be used to develop students' speaking skills in stages.
Keywords: development, speaking skills, and debate.References
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