Word-Guess Bouquet: A Media for Vocabulary Learning of Verbs and Nouns for Junior High School Students
Tebak-Kata Buket: Media Pembelajaran Kosakata Kata Kerja dan Kata Benda untuk Siswa SMP
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https://doi.org/10.21070/ups.8343Keywords:
Word-Guess Bouquet, vocabulary learning, verbs and nouns, junior high school, interactive mediaAbstract
This study explores the effectiveness of the Word-Guess Bouquet, an interactive teaching aid designed to improve English vocabulary acquisition—specifically verbs and nouns—among junior high school students. Vocabulary mastery is fundamental in supporting language skills such as reading, writing, listening, and speaking. However, conventional methods like rote memorization often fail to support long-term retention and contextual understanding, especially for abstract word classes. The Word-Guess Bouquet presents vocabulary learning in the form of a flower bouquet containing illustrated cards. These cards feature pictures, keywords, or contextual clues representing various actions (verbs) and objects (nouns), which students must guess, categorize, and use in context. The Word-Guess Bouquet not only enriches vocabulary instruction but also enhances students’ motivation and participation. Future research may explore its adaptability to other word classes and its long-term effects on retention.
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