Abstract
This study aims to obtain an objective picture and information about students' communication skills in school. The research method uses quantitative descriptive methods with library studies' support, strengthening researchers' analysis in making conclusions following the subject matter—the data collection techniques using the Likert scale model. The communication skills questionnaire consisted of 4 indicators and 36 statement items. The Cronbach alpha coefficient of the entire scale calculated was 0.788. Because the scale factor and the reliability coefficient are high, the scale can be considered reliable, and the scale items are homogeneous. Communication skills scale distributed using Google forms. The research sample was 134 grade VII students of Al Azhar 26 Yogyakarta Islamic Middle School in 2019/2010. It consisted of seven classes, namely VII A, VII B, VII C, VII D, VII E, VII F, and VII G. The result showed that students' communication competency of indicators were in the medium category (71%). Communication barriers indicators were in a low category (67%). Meanwhile, body language communication got a low score (65%), and 77% of students have a low emotional maturity score in communication indicators. Overall, students' communication skills of class VII were classified as moderate (62%). The result show there was no significant difference in communication significance between male or female. Both male and female students have communication skills that are not good enough. Students' communication skills need to be improved by the teacher's guidance and counseling or counselor using guidance and counseling methods, such as discussion and other related methods.
Highlights
According to the general provisions law of Republic Indonesia [1] concerning the National education system, students are a member of the community who is trying to develop their potential through a learning process that is available at certain levels, levels, and types of education
Communication skills are a process of delivering information where the success of communication depends on the design of the message or data and how to give it [16]
The results showed that the asymp sig.2-sided value was 0.644> 0.05, which meant no relationship between gender and communication competence
Summary
According to the general provisions law of Republic Indonesia [1] concerning the National education system, students are a member of the community who is trying to develop their potential through a learning process that is available at certain levels, levels, and types of education. Students are individuals in the process of growth and development both physically and psychologically according to their nature. As individuals growing and developing, students need guidance and direction consistent towards the optimal point of their natural ability [2]. Students are individuals who are in the process of growing and developing their potential. It requires much guidance to develop their potential and skills. The more comprehensive development of science causes each student to master cognitive abilities and master communication skills. In the 21st century, communication skills are essential to support marketability, employability, and citizenship readiness. [3]
Sign-in/Register to view highlights & summary Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
