Memory Game Card Methods in Improving Grammar Proficiency of the English Subjects among Orang Asli Primary School Pupils

Abstract

Orang Asli pupils were found to be very weak in language proficiency especially the English language. This study was to determine the extent to which the effectiveness of the use of Memory Game card method to help in improving grammar among Orang Asli Year 3 students. This study was conducted in one of the Orang Asli schools in Perak. This study uses a quantitative approach with a quasi -experimental design. The instruments used were pre-test, post-test, questionnaire and observation checklist. The quasi-experimental method used involved 12 students, namely six students in the experimental group and six students in the control group. The time period taken for this study was four weeks. Data were collected using appropriate instruments and it was analyzed using descriptive analysis techniques and T -Test. The findings showed that the achievement of the experimental group using the Memory Game card method were higher and more significant compared to the control group who only used traditional learning methods. All students in the experimental group were able to demonstrate a good understanding of the use of present continuous tense. Based on the observation checklist, all the students were found to have a lot of fun during the teaching and learning process. In conclusion, this study shows that the Memory Game card method can improve the mastery of English grammar of Orang Asli students as well as to promote positive behaviours. It is hoped that the implications of this study are that this Memory Game card method will help the teachers to diversify teaching methods in the classroom.