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Journal Praxis and Pedagogy in English Language EducationPraxis and Pedagogy in English Language Education Abstract

Vocabulary is the building block of language. However, vocabulary acquisition among young English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learners in Indonesia is often exacerbated by the limitations of traditional textbook-based instruction. To overcome these limitations, this research proposed the integration of WordWorld Cartoon, a multimedia educational program, as an innovative vocabulary learning tool. The study aimed to investigate the impact of WordWorld Cartoon on vocabulary acquisition compared to conventional textbook methods among fifth-grade students. Employing a quasi-experimental nonequivalent control group design, the research involved 40 fifth-grade students from UPT SDN 40 Panaragan Jaya, randomly assigned to either an experimental group (WordWorld Cartoon) or a control group (textbook). Findings revealed a statistically significant difference in vocabulary development between the two groups, with the experimental group demonstrating substantially higher N-Gain scores (0.70) compared to the control group (0.18). This indicates that WordWorld Cartoon significantly enhanced vocabulary acquisition. These results underscore the efficacy of multimedia learning and the potential of engaging cartoons like WordWorld to foster vocabulary growth among young EFL learners. The study carries significant implications for EFL educators, curriculum developers, and policymakers in Indonesia, advocating for the adoption of innovative and engaging multimedia resources to improve vocabulary instruction and overall language learning outcomes. The findings suggest that integrating WordWorld Cartoon into the curriculum can effectively address the vocabulary learning challenges faced by young EFL learners and promote more effective language development.

Conclusion

This study conclusively demonstrates the significant positive impact of WordWorld Cartoon on vocabulary acquisition among fifth-grade students.The implementation of WordWorld Cartoon resulted in substantially greater vocabulary gains compared to traditional textbook instruction, as evidenced by significantly higher N-Gain scores in the experimental group.These findings advocate for a shift towards more innovative and learner-centered pedagogical practices in EFL education.

Future Research

Berdasarkan hasil penelitian ini, beberapa saran penelitian lanjutan dapat diajukan. Pertama, penelitian lebih lanjut perlu dilakukan dengan menggunakan desain penelitian yang lebih ketat, seperti randomized controlled trials, untuk memperkuat generalisasi temuan. Kedua, penting untuk meneliti dampak jangka panjang penggunaan WordWorld Cartoon terhadap retensi kosakata dan keterampilan bahasa lainnya, tidak hanya pada peningkatan pengetahuan kosakata sesaat. Ketiga, studi komparatif yang membandingkan efektivitas WordWorld Cartoon dengan intervensi multimedia atau teknologi berbasis pembelajaran kosakata lainnya akan memberikan pemahaman yang lebih mendalam tentang keunggulan relatifnya. Penelitian-penelitian ini diharapkan dapat memberikan kontribusi signifikan terhadap pengembangan strategi pembelajaran bahasa yang lebih efektif dan inovatif, khususnya dalam konteks pendidikan dasar di Indonesia. Dengan demikian, pemanfaatan teknologi dan media pembelajaran yang menarik dapat dioptimalkan untuk meningkatkan kualitas pembelajaran bahasa Inggris bagi generasi muda.

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