Improving Elementary School Students’ Motivation and Achievement in Learning English Through Educational Competition Activities
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https://doi.org/10.64460/js2e.v2i3.131Keywords:
educational competition, elementary school students, English learning, learning achievement, learning motivationAbstract
In many elementary schools, English learning still faces various challenges, such as low student motivation, limited confidence in using English, and the dominance of teacher-centered instructional practices. These conditions often result in minimal student participation and unsatisfactory learning outcomes. This community service program aimed to improve elementary school students’ motivation and learning achievement in English through educational competition activities. The program was conducted in Elementary School 3 Kranggan by employing a participatory approach by actively involving 4th grade students in a series of educational competitions, including vocabulary contests, spelling competitions, and simple speaking activities. The implementation stages consisted of planning, implementation, and evaluation. The results showed a significant improvement in elementary school students’ motivation, as reflected in increased enthusiasm, active participation, and greater confidence in using English. These findings indicate that educational competition activities can serve as an effective, enjoyable, and student-centered strategy to enhance motivation and learning achievement in English among elementary school students.
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