Improving Students' Ability to Write Opinions Using Picture Prompts and Peer Feedback: An Action Research Study: modality: Action Research

Abstract

This study aimed to improve Students' Ability to Write Opinions using Picture Prompts and Peer Feedback. The study was conducted on 42 university students at the B1 level English module in semester II - 2021 to 2022. The students carried out different activities to increase their writing skills during 16 hours of class. An action research was conducted using quantitative and qualitative instruments to get the data. The study used a Pre and Post-test, a questionnaire, and rubrics. After collecting the data and analyzing them, the researcher presents the results. The participants improved their scores in the criterion of content, style, and grammar; therefore, the results showed a positive difference due to the intervention. The criterion of "Content" in the post-test had an increase in the mean of 1.07 points compared to the pre-test. The "Style" criterion also increased in the mean; the difference is 1.02; on the other hand, in the third one, "Grammar" increased, but the difference in media is 0.76, less than the other criteria. The questionnaire confirmed that students identified picture prompt and peer feedback as helpful in writing opinion paragraphs. Implications of this study suggest teachers and directors involved in the field of EFL education who want to improve their teaching practices and engage students in writing activities.