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Digital media such as TikTok has become a significant innovation in teaching expository texts in the digital era. However, many students still struggle to recognize the structure and language features of expository texts, affecting the quality of their writing. This study aims to analyze the implementation of TikTok as a learning media based on Discovery Learning to improve expository writing skills among tenth-grade students of MA Al-Falah Sukabumi. The research employed a pretest-posttest control group design with data collection techniques including tests (pretest and posttest) and non-test methods (questionnaires and observations). The subjects consisted of 36 students break into experimental and control groups. The finding showed a significant improvement in the writing skills of the experimental group. Furthermore, 87% of students reported that TikTok made the learning process more engaging and easier to rcognize. In conclusion, TikTok is an effective innovation for Discovery Learning-based teaching to enhance students' expository writing skills.

Digital media such as TikTok has become a significant innovation in teaching expository texts in the digital era. However, many students still struggle to recognize the structure and language features of expository texts, affecting the quality of their writing. This study aims to analyze the implementation of TikTok as a learning media based on Discovery Learning to improve expository writing skills among tenth-grade students of MA Al-Falah Sukabumi. The research employed a pretest-posttest control group design with data collection techniques including tests (pretest and posttest) and non-test methods (questionnaires and observations). The subjects consisted of 36 students break into experimental and control groups. The finding showed a significant improvement in the writing skills of the experimental group. Furthermore, 87% of students reported that TikTok made the learning process more engaging and easier to rcognize. In conclusion, TikTok is an effective innovation for Discovery Learning-based teaching to enhance students' expository writing skills.

improving poetry-writing skills among 10th-grade students. This classroom action research (CAR) was conducted in two cycles, each consisting of planning, acting, observing, and reflecting stages. In the first cycle, 60% of students actively participated, with an average score of 70 on their poetry tests. After revisions and improvements in the second cycle, student participation increased to 85%, and the average test score rose to 85, reflecting a 21.4% improvement. Data were collected through observations, interviews, written tests, and documentation. The findings indicate that the "ABC 5 Dasar" game effectively enhances student engagement, spontaneity, and creativity in poetry writing, providing a culturally relevant and enjoyable learning experienc.

A paragraph is the smallest unit in written discourse which has an important role in building text cohesion and coherence. However, a lack of understandiag of the structure and function of paragraphs often becomes an obstacle in writing, especially in the context of learning Indonesian at the high school level. This research aims to analyze the structure and function of paragraphs in various types of text, such as narrative, descriptive and expository, and identify patterns that support communication effectiveness. This research uses a qualitative method with a content analysis approach. Data were obtained from five Indonesian high school level textbooks chosen randomly. The analysis focuses on paragraph structure (subject, predicate, object) and characteristics of text types. The research instrument includes guidelines for paragraph structure analysis, classification of text types, and criteria for effective paragraphs. The research results show that each type of text has a unique paragraph structure and function pattern, in accordance with its communication objectives. Narrative paragraphs support the storyline, descriptive create images, and expository convey factual information logically. In conclusion, understanding the structure and function of paragraphs can improve students' writing skills. This research recommends strengthening learning strategies that focus on analyzing paragraph structure and text variety to improve students' writing skills effectively.

English language skills are very important for students to support academic tasks and to support their future careers. English language skills include listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. The purpose of this study was to determine the determining factors of English language skills of students in the Nutrition Science study program at the Persada Nabire Health Sciences College (STIKes). The type of research used is descriptive research with a qualitative approach. Data collection techniques used are interviews and documentation. The results of this study indicate that in general the determining factors of English language skills of students of the Nutrition Study Program of STIKes Persada Nabire include 4 factors, including: Listening Ability, in this case students have a low vocabulary, Speaking Ability, in this case what affects students' speaking ability is the students' anxiety about mistakes in speaking English and lack of mastery of English grammar, Reading Ability, factors that affect students are reading motivation and low vocabulary and lack of mastery of grammar, Writing Ability, factors that affect students are low interest and lack of support from the environment around students.

This research was intended to find out the utizilation of Canva for education to enhance the students' writing skills in a Project-Based learning among the students in Culinary Program Vocational High School. In this research, a PJBL was conducted to close the gap and enhance the students' writing skills in writing an exposition text using Canva for education. A Descriptive qualitative method was proposed to investigate the problem of the research. The data was collected using observation and  questionnaire, and the researcher used purposive sampling to select the data. Thirty-six students in grade 11 are in the Culinary Program of SMKN 6 Yogyakarta as the research data. The results show project-based learning by integrating the Canva app successfully and using the Canva application in the PjBL model to enhance the student's writing skills, especially in Exposition text. It is also supported by the questionnaire of students' perception of using the Canva application. Most of the students agree that using Canva in writing Project of Exposition text can ease their understanding of the learning material, explore their idea and creativity and enable them to focus more on the writing project.  

This research aims to identify the problems faced by English education students at STAI Miftahul Ulum in writing courses. The background of this research is based on the importance of writing skills in the academic world and the challenges faced by students in mastering linguistic, cognitive, psychological, and learning environment aspects. This research uses a qualitative approach with the Focus Group Discussion (FGD) and observation methods. The research subjects were second, fourth, and sixth-semester students in the 2023 academic year who had taken Basic Writing, Editing & Revising Erroneous Text, and Academic Writing courses. The results showed that the main problems lie in grammatical errors and the organization of ideas related to linguistic aspects. Cognitively, students have difficulty developing ideas and drawing logical conclusions. Psychologically, low motivation and self-confidence exacerbate students' writing abilities. Meanwhile, an unsupportive learning environment, such as limited access to reading sources and minimal guidance from lecturers, becomes a significant external constraint. The conclusion of the study indicates that the appropriate solution involves intensive guidance in grammar, increased opportunities for writing practice, and the creation of an interactive learning environment. The results of this study are expected to contribute to the development of more effective and structured writing learning strategies.

The book Al Arabiyah Baina Yadaik is a guide book for learning Arabic which includes four skills in Arabic, namely speaking skills, listening skills, reading skills and writing skills. In this book there are many important aspects to improve students' speaking skills. The method used in this research is descriptive qualitative. This method was chosen to be able to describe real phenomena without any engineering involved. The data source in this research is Arabic Language and Culture students at Al Azhar University Indonesia. The problem discussed in this research is measuring the effectiveness of the book Al Arabiyah Baina Yadaik in speaking proficiency. The aim of this research is to see the effectiveness of using the Al Arabiyah Baina Yadaik book in speaking proficiency. The results of this research are related to the components of book content, the role of the teacher, and the role of students in speaking proficiency in the Arabic language learning process.

The book Al Arabiyah Baina Yadaik is a guide book for learning Arabic which includes four skills in Arabic, namely speaking skills, listening skills, reading skills and writing skills. In this book there are many important aspects to improve students' speaking skills. The method used in this research is descriptive qualitative. This method was chosen to be able to describe real phenomena without any engineering involved. The data source in this research is Arabic Language and Culture students at Al Azhar University Indonesia. The problem discussed in this research is measuring the effectiveness of the book Al Arabiyah Baina Yadaik in speaking proficiency. The aim of this research is to see the effectiveness of using the Al Arabiyah Baina Yadaik book in speaking proficiency. The results of this research are related to the components of book content, the role of the teacher, and the role of students in speaking proficiency in the Arabic language learning process.

"Improvement of Short Story Writing Ability Through the Personal Experience of Class VIII Unismuh Junior High School Makassar". Thesis of Indonesian Language and Literature Education Department, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Makassar Muhammadiyah University.This type of research is a Class Action Research (Class Action Research) which aims to describe the improvement of short story writing skills through the personal experience of students of class Class VIII Unismuh Junior High School Makassar and describes the process of improving the ability to write short stories through the personal experience of the MA class Class VIII Unismuh Junior High School Makassar. The instruments used in data collection were tests, observation guidelines, interview guidelines, and the data were analyzed descriptively qualitatively. The data in this study are in the form of tesp there are 24 students and the results of observations in the learning process.The results showed that quantitatively there was an increase in the learning outcomes of short story writing through the personal experience of 24 students, namely on the pretest results, an average score of 56.63%. In the first cycle the average score of student learning outcomes was 68.13%, while the second cycle of student learning outcomes writing short stories through personal experience was 81.74%. In the first cycle, students who finished 9 students or 46.48% and categories of incomplete were 15 students or 53.52%. While in the second cycle category there were 21 students or 89.96% and the incomplete category were 3 people or 10.04% meaning that there was an increase of 13.61%.Based on the results of the research above, it can be concluded that the results of learning to write short stories through the personal experience of students of class XI MA Darul Istiqamah Maccopa Maros Regency can be improved through students' personal experiences.

This research explores strategies to support novice learners in developing their writing skills in the English Education Study Program at an Indonesian university, the Islamic Institut of Palangka Raya. Writing is often considered one of the most challenging aspects of language learning, requiring a combination of vocabulary knowledge, grammatical precision and structural coherence. The participants, five beginner learners, were selected using purposive sampling and underwent a writing task that progressed from sentence-level exercises to paragraph construction. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews and direct observation, and analyzed thematically. Findings showed that challenges such as limited vocabulary, grammatical errors, and psychological barriers such as low self-confidence hindered students' progress. Effective strategies included guided sentence construction, collaborative writing exercises, and exposure to structured templates and quality reading materials. The participants reported improved confidence and skills through positive feedback and step-by-step writing tasks. The findings suggest that integrating motivating and structured learning methods can significantly improve writing ability among beginners, contributing to their academic and personal growth.

This case study investigates the impact of blended learning on students' English writing skills, focusing on a group of third-semester students majoring in English Education. Blended learning, which combines traditional face-to-face instruction with online learning components, is explored as a pedagogical approach that enhances writing proficiency through increased engagement and personalized feedback. Data were collected through questionnaires administered to 20 participants, revealing that a significant majority of students perceive blended learning as a motivating factor that fosters their writing development. The findings indicate that this approach not only improves grammar and overall writing skills but also provides ample opportunities for practice and constructive feedback, which are essential for skill enhancement. Additionally, the study highlights the importance of a supportive learning environment that encourages collaboration and community among students. The results advocate for the broader implementation of blended learning strategies in English writing instruction, emphasizing their potential to empower students and improve their language acquisition outcomes. This research contributes to the growing body of literature on effective teaching methodologies in language education and underscores the need for continuous adaptation and innovation in instructional practices.  

Bahasa Indonesia as an official communication tool had grammatical guidelines such as Ejaan Bahasa Indonesia yang Disempurnakan (EYD) V, which was used to regulate the use of letters, punctuation, and word writing. One important aspect of this grammar was the correct use of capital letters. Unfortunately, there were still many errors in applying this rule, both in scientific and non-scientific writing. This study aimed to analyze the capitalization errors in the three winning letters of the Writing a Letter to the Minister of Education and Culture competition published on the Instagram account @kemdikbud.ri. This research used a qualitative method to examine the errors in capitalization in more depth. The results showed that most errors occurred in using capital letters at the beginning of sentences and proper names, and there were also inappropriate capital letters in the middle of sentences. Further education on capitalization was still needed, especially to improve good and correct writing skills according to Indonesian language guidelines.

This study explores the effectiveness of StudyTok, a TikTok-based educational initiative, in fostering media literacy among university students. Using a descriptive quantitative approach, data were gathered from 40 students to evaluate the platform's impact on engagement, reading comprehension, writing proficiency, and critical thinking. Results revealed that 85% of participants found StudyTok engaging, with notable improvements in reading comprehension (70%) and critical thinking (75%). However, only 60% reported significant enhancement in writing skills, indicating room for more structured content in this area. The study highlights generational differences in platform navigation, with digital natives adapting seamlessly compared to digital immigrants who faced initial challenges. Guided by Potter’s Media Literacy Theory, this research underscores StudyTok’s potential to bridge digital literacy gaps and recommends its integration into educational curricula to foster inclusive, critical media consumption skills.

This research was conducted using descriptive research methods. The research was conducted in class VII of SMPN 2 Tasikmalaya with the aim of finding out errors in Indonesian in official letters. Middle school students must be able to master writing skills, one of which is writing official letters. The research results obtained were that there were language errors at the levels of phonology, morphology, syntax and semantics. This is caused by students' lack of mastery and mastery of Indonesian and the influence of the habit of using their mother tongue or first language. Therefore, students need motivation and awareness to be able to improve their official letter writing skills. Apart from that, there is a need for directed attention and guidance from the teacher.

This study explores the impact of AI-generated writing prompts on students' creativity, autonomy, and writing skills in online language learning environments. Writer's block is a common issue in online education, affecting students’ ability to produce coherent and engaging written work. AI-generated prompts, such as those provided by GPT-4, are proposed as a tool to stimulate creativity and support autonomous learning. The study employs a quasi-experimental design involving [insert number] students, using pre- and post-test writing samples, surveys, and classroom observations to measure improvements in creativity, participation, and writing quality. The main findings show that students who used AI-generated prompts demonstrated significant improvements in writing quality, creativity, and engagement compared to those using traditional writing methods. The study concludes that AI prompts offer an effective method for enhancing students’ writing skills and fostering creativity in online language learning, but a balanced integration with traditional teaching methods is essential. Recommendations for educators include incorporating AI tools into writing instruction to promote creativity and support student autonomy. Future research should focus on the long-term effects of AI prompts and their application in diverse educational contexts.

This study discusses the application of the cooperative learning model in improving students' ability to learn drama at Istiqlal Delitua Private High School. In this case, the cooperative learning model is one of the learning models used in drama learning because this model can encourage collaboration, improve social skills, and develop student creativity. This study also uses a qualitative descriptive method with data collection techniques in the form of observation, interviews, and documentation. The results of the study show that the application of the cooperative learning model significantly improves student engagement, drama script writing skills, and character acting skills. This model is also effective in creating an interactive and fun learning atmosphere, increasing student motivation, and building confidence in drama performances. This study also emphasizes the importance of teacher support and a conducive environment in implementing a cooperative learning model for drama learning.

This community service activity aims to improve the ability of Indonesian language teachers in compiling assessment tools for descriptive writing skills. This community service activity was carried out at Gudang Arang Merauke State Middle School with 6 Indonesian language teachers participating. With this service activity, teachers can understand how to prepare assessment tools for descriptive writing skills in the form of teacher guidelines and student assignments. This service contributes to Indonesian language subjects. This service is carried out in the form of a workshop which includes socialization in the form of training and mentoring and ends with a joint discussion.

Education in Indonesia plays an important role in the development of individuals and the country, shaping social and cultural values and preparing for the future. Quality education creates human resources who are innovative and have high social awareness, as regulated in Republic of Indonesia Law no. 20 of 2003. The main challenge is to maintain achievements and adapt to the Society 5.0 era. Curricula, such as the 2013 Curriculum and the Merdeka Curriculum, are designed to develop students' knowledge, skills and character. English as a compulsory subject increases career and educational opportunities in the context of globalization. English teaching in Indonesia emphasizes listening, speaking, reading and writing skills, as well as the importance of grammar and vocabulary. Nouns are an important element in sentence formation, and understanding nouns helps students in all aspects of language skills. An effective method for studying nouns is through descriptive text analysis. The Community Service Activity (PKM) entitled "Learning Nouns Through Descriptive Text Analysis for Grade 7 Students at MTs Lijamul Athfal Sukabumi" aims to develop community potential, increase creativity, writing skills and relationship networks. It is hoped that this PKM can improve students' understanding of nouns and become a guide for language learning in Indonesian literature, as well as arouse interest in learning English. The method used includes preparation and implementation of noun learning through descriptive text analysis at MTs Lijamul Athfal Sukabumi with results showing high enthusiasm from students. It is hoped that this fun context-based learning can be an alternative that advances education and produces students with international insight.

The culture of education in Indonesia is very diverse, including formal, informal, and non-formal institutions. Madrasah Diniyah (Madin) as a non-formal educational institution plays an important role in preserving Islamic religious and cultural values, especially through the use of the Pegon Arabic script in teaching Arabic. This study evaluated the effectiveness of Pegon script writing training using the PAR (Planning, Acting, Reflecting) approach. The results showed a significant increase in writing skills and positive attitudes of participants towards the Pegon script. Success factors included effective learning methods, intensive mentoring, and relevant training materials, despite time constraints and differences in participants' initial abilities. Potential for further development includes the creation of more comprehensive training modules, the formation of a Pegon