A VLOGGING AS A MEDIA IN TEACHING SPEAKING DESCRIPTIVE TEXT FOR JUNIOR HIGH

Abstract

Technology and social media are an excellent addition to the English learning process since they provide opportunities for students to develop their English speaking abilities. A vlog is one of the many mediums that may be utilized to help.  The background of this study is since in the academic year 2019/2020, 36 students from one of the Public Junior High Schools in Sidoarjo, who need to strengthen their speaking skills. Some of them didn't know how to properly present their views.

This study aims to learn about: (a) the use of vlogging as a learning medium for Junior High students in speaking Descriptive Text, (b) the performance of students who use vlog as a learning medium in speaking Descriptive Text, and (c) the students' reactions to using vlog as a learning medium in speaking Descriptive Text. This research is implemented a qualitative and Descriptive research Design. Interview and Students’ vlog were the instruments that were applied in this research. The researcher analyzed the data using 3 steps, they are assembling the data, coding the data, and comparing the data. In each step, the researcher needs Students’ and teachers’ participation to complete the data.

The researcher found that Vlogging can be positively used in teaching Descriptive Text, especially in speaking skill. The implementation of Vlog strongly affects them. It is hoped that boosting Vlog with smart vlogging stages and a thorough scoring reflection as feedback would enhance students' English speaking abilities.

Keywords: technology, social media, vlog, students’ speaking skill, descriptive text.