IMPROVING STUDENTS’ READING COMPREHENSION USING THE JIGSAW TECHNIQUE AT STATE JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL 32 SEMARANG – COLLABORATIVE ACTION RESEARCH

Abstract

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to find out if the jigsaw technique could help SMPN 32 Semarang's grade 8 students read more effectively and what the perception of students about using the jigsaw technique to improve their reading comprehension. There were 31 students in total who served as research subjects. The improvement that students experience is determined by the research using a cycle system. A pre-test was given before using the jigsaw technique, and a post-test was given after its application. The pre-test average for students was 87.5, and the post-test average was 92.5. The outcomes demonstrated that the jigsaw strategy was effective in improving student's reading comprehension. Based on their responses to the use of the jigsaw technique, which was very effective for them, it was concluded that they were interested and could work together with their group members to improve their reading comprehension.

Keywords: Jigsaw Technique, Reading Comprehension