The Influence of the Reciprocal Teaching Model Using Pop-Up Book Media on the Reading Comprehension Ability of Madrasah Ibtidaiyah Students

Abstract

Abstract: This research was motivated by the problem of students' low reading comprehension skills. The aims of this research are (1) to determine the implementation of the reciprocal teaching model using pop-up book media in class IV at MI Al-Washliyah Perbutulan Cirebon, (2) to determine the reading comprehension ability of class IV students at MI Al-Washliyah Perbutulan Cirebon, (3) to determine the effect of the reciprocal teaching model using pop-up book media on the reading comprehension ability of class IV students at MI Al-Washliyah Perbutulan Cirebon. This research uses a quantitative approach with quasi experimental methods and a nonequivalent control group design research design . The sample consisted of 60 students, consisting of 30 experimental class students and 30 control class students. The sampling technique uses purposive sampling, while for data collection using questionnaires and tests. The implementation of the reciprocal teaching model using pop-up book media in class IV MI Al-Washliyah resulted in a questionnaire score of 80.57 in the good category. Meanwhile, the reading comprehension ability of experimental class students received an average score of 76.39 and an n-gain of 0.47 (medium). Meanwhile, the control class got an average score of 68.06 and an n-gain of 0.25 (low). The T-Test shows the Sig value. (2-tailed) of 0.014 < 0.05. Meanwhile, the regression test results show a correlation value of 0.801 and a determination value of 0.642 with the regression equation Y = 34.347 + 0.601X. Thus, it can be concluded that the reciprocal teaching model using pop-up book media has a significant effect on the reading comprehension ability of class IV Madrasah Ibtidaiyah students.   Keywords : Reciprocal Teaching, Pop-Up Book, Reading Comprehension Ability