Improving Class VIII D Students’ Participation and Vocabulary Achievement by Using Crossword Puzzles At SMPN 1 Tanggul

Abstract

This classroom action research was intended to improve class VIII D students' participation and vocabulary achievement by using crossword puzzles at SMP N 1 Tanggul. It was done in two cycles. The subjects were the students of class VIII D chosen purposively. The primary data were collected by using observation and vocabulary achievement test. The supporting data were collected by interview and documentation. The collected data were analyzed statistically by using percentage formula. The students’ participation improved from 63.86% in Cycle 1 to 79.43% in Cycle 2. Meanwhile, the students’ vocabulary achievement improved from 70.27% in Cycle 1 to 83.78%.in cycle 2. In conclusion, the use of crossword puzzles could improve class D students' participation and vocabulary achievement.