Skripsi
Students\' perception on the use of dual-coding theory (DCT) in reading descriptive texts / Evi Khoirun Nisa
Abstrak
This study aims to investigate seventh graders perception on the implementation of Dual-Coding Theory (DCT) in reading descriptive texts at MTsN 1 Kota Malang. It involved ten regular classes with a total of 296 students. The data were collected through a questionnaire. The questionnaire consists of 20 statements with a 4-point Likert scale concerning about the students opinion on (1) the effect of pictures on the students ability to conjure up objects (2) the effect of pictures on their attitudes and (3) the use of pictures in identifying word meaning and main idea. The findings show that the perception of the students on the use of DCT in reading descriptive text is positive. 91.3% students agree that the use of DCT contributes positively to the learning process. First it helps students to imagine what is written in the descriptive text. Second it attracts the students interest and increases their motivation to read descriptive text. Third DCT helps students in identifying word meaning and its main ideas. Therefore DCT is an effective method to enhance descriptive reading skill.