The effectiveness of audio media for english learning based on scripted song at the fifth grade of elementary school

Abstract

This study aims at determining the effectiveness of audio media based on scripted song that was developed based on themes for the fifth-grade elementary school students. After validation by two experts on content and quality, the developed media was implemented in Public Elementary School 205 / IV Jambi, which involved 25 students. The study design used a pre-post treatment design. The results of the study proved that the audio media is effective in increasing the fifth grade students’ English competence especially in listening and speaking It is shown by the average learning achievements of 6.69 that are categorized fair before the action to 8.32, which are categorized good after the action. Besides, the results of the questionnaire proved that all students (100%) showed a positive perception of the use of audio media based on scripted song They became more motivated to learn because through song, the learning became fun, interesting, and the learning material became more easily understood.