THE USE OF PROBLEM BASED LEARNING TO TEACH WRITING SKILL FOR THE ELEVENTH GRADE STUDENTS OF SMK CENDEKIA

Jati, Clareadi Kuncahyo (2025) THE USE OF PROBLEM BASED LEARNING TO TEACH WRITING SKILL FOR THE ELEVENTH GRADE STUDENTS OF SMK CENDEKIA. S1 thesis, Universitas PGRI Madiun.

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Abstract

This study explores the implementation of Problem-Based Learning (PBL) to enhance English writing skills among eleventh-grade vocational students at SMK Cendekia. Writing remains a critical yet challenging skill for EFL learners, especially in vocational contexts where students must express practical knowledge in English. Common issues such as limited vocabulary, weak grammar, poor idea organization, and writing anxiety are often exacerbated by traditional teaching methods. As a student-centered and contextual approach, PBL fosters real-world problem-solving, collaboration, and critical thinking. Adopting a qualitative descriptive design, this study collected data through classroom observations, interviews with teachers and students, and analysis of student writing tasks. Participants were selected purposively based on their involvement in PBL-based instruction. Thematic analysis revealed that while PBL significantly improved student engagement, motivation, and writing performance, several challenges emerged, including difficulties in idea development, vocabulary use, and time management. Teachers responded by providing scaffolding strategies such as model texts, guided writing steps, and active facilitation to support group dynamics and learner autonomy. Students reported increased confidence and enthusiasm toward writing. To ensure credibility, the study applied triangulation and member checking. Based on the findings, it is recommended that teachers allocate sufficient time for each PBL phase, offer targeted support in grammar and structure, and maintain reflective practices. Future research may include quantitative or longitudinal studies to measure the specific impact of PBL and explore the integration of digital tools in PBL-based vocational writing instruction. Overall, this study highlights PBL as a promising pedagogical approach for developing workplace-relevant writing skills in vocational education.

Item Type:	Thesis/Skripsi/Tugas Akhir (S1)
Kata Kunci:	Problem-based learning, writing, EFL students
Subjects:	L Education > L Education (General)
Divisions:	Fakultas Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan > Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris
Depositing User:	JATI KUNCAHYO CLAREADI
Date Deposited:	08 Aug 2025 07:08
Last Modified:	08 Aug 2025 07:08
URI:	http://eprint.unipma.ac.id/id/eprint/3848

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