INVESTIGATING TACTILE LEARNING IN DRAMA: IMPACT ON ENGLISH VOCABULARY AND STUDENTS’ ENGAGEMENT (A Case Study at Eighth Grade Students of SMPIT Khairunnas Kota Bengkulu)

SIHOMBING, AMRINA (2025) INVESTIGATING TACTILE LEARNING IN DRAMA: IMPACT ON ENGLISH VOCABULARY AND STUDENTS’ ENGAGEMENT (A Case Study at Eighth Grade Students of SMPIT Khairunnas Kota Bengkulu). Undergraduate (S1) thesis, UIN Fatmawati Sukarno Bengkulu.

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Abstract

Research on English vocabulary acquisition has been extensively conducted; however, studies focusing on young learners and their engagement in learning remain limited. This study addresses this gap by investigating the impact of tactile learning through drama activities on English vocabulary acquisition and student engagement among eighth-grade students at SMPIT Khairunnas, Bengkulu. The research aims to assess both the effectiveness of drama-based tactile learning in enhancing vocabulary mastery and the level of student engagement in the learning process. A case study design with a mixed-methods approach was employed. Data were collected through interviews, focus group discussions (FGDs), observations, vocabulary tests, and documentation. A total of 87 students participated in this study. The findings reveal that tactile learning through drama significantly improves vocabulary acquisition. Pre-test results indicated that most students performed poorly (mean score: 51.34), while post-test scores showed a substantial improvement (mean score: 79.60). Students demonstrated increased motivation, active participation, and greater confidence in using English. Notably, students who previously relied on scripts began to speak more spontaneously. Furthermore, 88.74% of respondents reported increased engagement, and 91.41% stated that this method helped them better understand the learning process and boosted their confidence. Engagement was evident across emotional, cognitive, and behavioral dimensions. These findings suggest that drama-based tactile learning is an effective and enjoyable strategy for enhancing vocabulary acquisition and fostering learner engagement in English language instruction.

Item Type:	Thesis (Undergraduate (S1))
Contributors:	Contribution Contributors NIDN/NIP Email Thesis advisor Zasrianita, Fera 197902172009122003 UNSPECIFIED Thesis advisor Andriadi, Andriadi 198402212019031001 UNSPECIFIED
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Tactile Learning, Drama, Vocabulary, Students’ Engagement
Subjects:	Tarbiyah dan Tadris > Tadris Bahasa Inggris
Divisions:	Fakultas Tarbiyah dan Tadris > Tadris Bahasa Inggris
Depositing User:	Yuliana Saputri
Date Deposited:	29 Sep 2025 08:00
Last Modified:	29 Sep 2025 08:00
URI:	http://repository.uinfasbengkulu.ac.id/id/eprint/5551

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