The Effect of Talking Stick Learning with Spinner Application on Elementary Students’ Speaking Skills

Maulida Dinda Arivia

doi:10.1234/akademia.v1i1.43

Authors

Maulida Dinda Arivia Syarif Hidayatullah State Islamic University Jakarta Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.1234/akademia.v1i1.43

Keywords:

Learning Methods, Talking Stick, Spinner Application, Speaking Skills, Metode Pembelajaran, Aplikasi Spinner, Keterampilan Berbicara

Abstract

Background: Speaking skills are essential in students’ academic and daily life. However, many elementary students face difficulties such as lack of confidence, anxiety, and limited vocabulary. This study aims to examine the effect of the talking stick learning method supported by a spinner application on students’ speaking skills.

Methods: This quasi-experimental study involved fourth-grade elementary school students. Data were collected using speaking tests and analyzed through normality, homogeneity, and paired-sample t-tests.

Results: The experimental class improved from a pre-test mean score of 63.54 to a post-test mean of 77.41, while the control class only increased slightly from 61.71 to 62.96. Statistical analysis confirmed significant differences (p = 0.000 < 0.005), indicating the effectiveness of the method.

Conclusions: The talking stick method integrated with a spinner application significantly enhances elementary students’ speaking skills. The approach encourages active participation, reduces anxiety, and increases students’ motivation to speak. Further research could explore its application in different subjects or levels.

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