Correlation of language skills on UTBK subtest with students' productivity skills

Abstract

Written language skills are highly needed by students as an effort to increase student productivity skills. Through the Indonesian language subtest on UTBK, participants are tested on language skills to improve productivity which is very beneficial for life. This research aims to describe the language skills on UTBK subtest, as well as the correlation between the language skills on UTBK Subtest and students’ productivity skills. This research uses a qualitative method since the data is processed using seven qualitative data processing steps. Data in this study was taken from 2024 UTBK prediction questions. Data analysis was carried out in two ways: content analysis of the questions tested in Indonesian language subtest, is PPU, PBM, and Indonesian literacy; and correlation analysis of language skills with students' productivity skills. This research shows that UTBK questions were divided into seven subtests. In the Indonesian language subtest, UTBK participants are given questions on how to write correctly and read meaningfully as an effort to improve their Indonesian language skills and Indonesian literacy. The criteria for good writing, refered to KBBI and PUEBI, means complete understanding of grammatical elements, word formation, sentence structure, word choice, also correct use of spelling and punctuation. Through UTBK, students' language skills will be trained because students have to prove their knowledge through writing, both fiction and scientific works. This ability requires intensive training so that goals of common interest can be achieved.