ThesisOpen AccessMetadata saja
2025•
This study aims to analyze grammatical errors in the writing of eighth-grade students at SMPK Frater Don Bosco Tarakan and to identify their causes. This study employed a qualitative descriptive method and involved 20 students. Data gathered through paragraph-writing assignments and interviews, and examined according to the Surface Strategy Taxonomy established by Dulay et al, (1982), encompass omission, addition, misformation, and misordering, The study's results indicate 127 grammatical errors, categorized as omissions (33), additions (5), misformations (76), and misordering (13), with misformations as the predominant error type. These errors were caused by a lack of grasp of syntax, the effect of the original language, and difficulty in translating concepts. This study found that students still require practice and feedback to improve their writing skills. Future researchers are encouraged to look into other areas, such as mechanical faults in writing.
ThesisOpen AccessMetadata saja
2024•Skripsi, Thesis, Disertasi, dan Tugas Akhir
This study aimed to investigate the significance of effects of mind mapping on student’s writing abilities. This study employed a quasi-experimental design. The research sample consists of two classes selected through purposive sampling techniques. Data was collected using writing tests administered during pretest and posttest to measure students’ writing abilities. The results indicated that the mean difference in the control class is higher than that in the experimental class. This is because the use of mind mapping is most effective when used with actively participating students. In contrast, in this study, students in the experimental class were less active during the learning process. On the other hand, in the control class, students actively played online an online game called Roblox. The Roblox game helped students expand their English vocabulary, which potentially aided their writing. From this study, it can be concluded that mind mapping is still effective in helping students improve their writing skills, although it was not maximized in this context. The results would be more significant if the students were actively engaged in the learning process.
ThesisOpen AccessMetadata saja
2024•Skripsi, Thesis, Disertasi, dan Tugas Akhir
Writing paragraphs can be a difficult task for individuals who are not native English speakers. This study aims to discover and analyze errors in paragraph writing among second-semester students in the English Department, as well as to determine the underlying causes of these errors. This study investigates intricate social processes through a qualitative and descriptive methodology. The study included a sample of 39 second-semester English Department 2023 local A1 students recruited via purposive sampling. Data were gathered through document analysis and interviews, which yielded an extensive understanding of the writing talents of the pupils. The data analysis process adheres to the structure developed by Miles and Huberman, which consists of three main stages: data condensation, data display, and conclusion drawing and verification. The study uncovers a substantial disparity between students' writing abilities and anticipated results, emphasizing the necessity for focused interventions in summarization, grammar, vocabulary, and mechanics. Interviews with instructors validate these concerns, and it is suggested that a combination of teaching methods, such as direct instruction, mind mapping, workshops, and ongoing feedback, be employed to enhance abilities and cultivate a favorable learning atmosphere.
