THE USE OF COMIC BOOK IN TEACHING READING COMPREHENSION OF NARRATIVE TEXT

Abstract

This research investigates the positive impact of incorporating comic books into the teaching of narrative text on the academic achievement of first-grade students at SMA 9 Banda Aceh. Through pre-test and post-test analyses and a comprehensive questionnaire, the study reveals consistent improvements, with specific instances such as a notable score increase from 60 to 85 for student 1. The average N-Gain score of 58.43% and a maximum N-Gain score of 75.00% highlight the significant positive contribution of comic book implementation to students' comprehension. The questionnaire results further support these findings, indicating contentment, ease of understanding, and heightened motivation among students during English lessons with comic books. Despite some challenges, the overall positive responses emphasize the perceived benefits, including increased motivation and comprehension. In conclusion, this research asserts the meaningful and positive impact of using comic books in teaching narrative text, suggesting potential implications for the development of innovative teaching methods and the reinforcement of students' English language foundation.