The Impact of Using Learning Videos on Students' Reading Ability in Indonesian

Abstract

This research aims to evaluate the impact of using learning videos on students' reading abilities in Indonesian language subjects. As technology develops, instructional videos have become a popular tool for improving teaching effectiveness. This research uses a quasi-experimental design with pre-test and post-test to measure changes in students' reading skills after implementing the learning video. The research sample consisted of two groups of sixth grade elementary school students, where the experimental group used learning videos as part of their learning process, while the control group followed conventional learning. Data was collected through reading ability tests and observations during the learning process. The results of the analysis showed that the experimental group experienced a significant increase in reading ability, with an average post-test score reaching 85 (SD = 6.3), compared to the control group which reached 75 (SD = 7.1). Independent t test showed significant differences between the two groups (p < 0.05). Additionally, observations revealed that instructional videos increased students' interest and engagement in reading, as well as facilitating better understanding of the material. These findings support the use of instructional videos as an effective method for improving students' reading skills and provide recommendations for the integration of technology in the Indonesian language curriculum.