The Use of Role Play Model to Develop Vocabulary Mastery of Grade Ten Students at SMA Negeri 2 Palu

Priskila Angelika; Sriati Usman; Zarkiani Zarkiani; Hastini Hastini

doi:10.34050/els-jish.v8i2.44976

Authors

Priskila Angelika Universitas Tadulako
Sriati Usman Universitas Tadulako
Zarkiani Universitas Tadulako
Hastini Hastini Universitas Tadulako

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.34050/els-jish.v8i2.44976

Keywords:

Role Playing, Vocabulary Mastery, English Language Learning, Tenth Grade, Classroom Strategy

Abstract

This study, entitled The Use of Role Play Model to Develop Vocabulary Mastery of Grade Ten Students at SMA Negeri 2 Palu, aims to examine the effectiveness of the role play model in enhancing students’ vocabulary mastery. The research was motivated by the observation that many tenth-grade students at SMA Negeri 2 Palu struggle with limited vocabulary, which is often caused by low motivation, monotonous teaching methods, and a lack of confidence in using English. The study employed a pre-experimental design involving one group of 32 students. Data were collected using pre-test and post-test instruments administered before and after the implementation of role play activities based on real-life scenarios. The results showed a significant increase in vocabulary scores, with the mean rising from 12.06 (pre-test) to 18.75 (post-test). Statistical analysis using SPSS revealed that the data met normality and homogeneity assumptions, and the Independent Sample t-Test indicated a significance value of 0.000 (< 0.05), confirming the positive effect of the role play model. These findings support the conclusion that role play is an effective, interactive, and engaging strategy to develop students' vocabulary mastery.

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