INVESTIGATING THE EFFECT OF MULTIMEDIA USE AND MOTIVATION LEVEL ON READING COMPREHENSION OF 7TH GRADE STUDENTS IN MTS UNGGULAN MAMBAUL BAROKAH

• Rafidah Fitriana

  UIN Raden Mas Said Surakarta

  Author

• Sujito Sujito

  UIN Raden Mas Said Surakarta

  Author

This study investigates the effect of multimedia use and students’ motivation level on reading comprehension among seventh-grade students at MTS Unggulan Mambaul Barokah. The design applied a quantitative approach using a quasi-experimental, involving 13 students divided into experimental and control groups. Data were collected through pre-tests and post-tests using multiple-choice and essay questions, as well as a motivation questionnaire. The results of normality, validity, and reliability testing confirmed that the data were capable for analysis. Paired sample T-test results revealed an increase in the mean score from the pre-test score (82.57) to the post-test score (93.43), indicating that the use of multimedia had a positive effect on students’ reading comprehension and level of motivation. The findings suggest that multimedia-assisted instruction can effectively enhance engagement and comprehension in reading activities, providing valuable insight for English teachers in optimizing their teaching strategies.

Keywords: Multimedia, Motivation Level, Reading Comprehension, Quasi-Experimental, EFL Students.

1. Rafidah Fitriana, UIN Raden Mas Said Surakarta

   Student of Master Degree Tadris English Language, UIN Raden Mas Said Surakarta

2. Sujito Sujito, UIN Raden Mas Said Surakarta

   Department of English Language Education, UIN Raden Mas Said Surakarta

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