Using the Cake Application in English Speaking Ability Using EMRED Approach Fourth Grades at SDN Dalung 1

Abstract

This research is motivated by students' difficulties in learning English, especially speaking skills are common in the current era of globalization. The purpose of this study was to determine students' English-speaking ability with the Cake application media and the application of the EMRED approach. The subjects of this study were fourth-grade students at SDN Dalung 1. The design of this research was descriptive quantitative research. Data collection techniques use observation sheets, questionnaires, and documentation. The results of this study indicate an increase in students' English-speaking skills. The effect of using the Cake application with the application of the EMRED approach increased by 12.27% from the pre-test result to the students' post-test results. The treatment from the Cake application uses the EMRED batch 83% of students are more active in participating in learning. The possibility of using the Cake application by applying the EMRED learning approach can improve English speaking skills.