This research focuses on the application of the Teams Games Tournament (TGT) learning model to enhance student participation at SMAN 6 Pandeglang. This topic is significant because many students exhibit low engagement in collaborative learning environments. TGT, as a cooperative model, involves students in competitive games that encourage their active involvement. The research employs a qualitative descriptive method, following five steps of TGT implementation: information delivery, team formation, games, tournaments, and group awards. The findings indicate that the application of the TGT model successfully improved student participation and motivation. Students reported feeling more engaged and enthusiastic during the learning process. In conclusion, the TGT model is effective not only in increasing student participation but also in fostering 21st-century skills such as collaboration and communication.
 
 

The ability to read comprehension is one aspect of the skills that elementary school students need to have. However, many students still experience difficulties in understanding the content of the text they read. This article examines the use of picture story method as a strategy to improve students reading comprehension skills. This method integritas visual element with narrative text,thereby helping students more easily understand the content of the reading. Apart from improving understanding of the illustrated stories also play a role in increasing students interest and motivation to learn. This article advocates the wider application of the picture story method in Indonesia language learning in elementary schools