Development and Evaluation of EngBah Books for K-12 Students Utilizing the ^Daily Habits Method^: Insights from Students and Expert Educator M FAHRI
Universitas Terbuka
Abstract
This study aims to develop and evaluate an English-Indonesian textbook, titled ^EngBah,^ for K-12 students utilizing the Daily Habits method. The book incorporates fundamental English materials (numbers, colors, time, tenses), motivational quotes, interactive games, and a journal-based vocabulary checklist. The research employs mixed methods, involving a limited sample that includes one elementary school student, two junior high school students, and one senior high school student, along with one experienced English teacher expert. This is achieved through a blended interview and questionnaire sampling model, combining physical books and e-flipbook enumeration objects to target schools and fill classes for observation and learning. The study concurrently links introductions to the contents of the object book being examined, with representatives from each student throughout the class at each school level selected through random sampling (purposive among purposive). The target criteria focus on students who demonstrate enthusiasm and show the most active interest during the pre-observation and learning period based on the EngBah book. The findings of the study indicate that the ^EngBah^ textbook, with its comprehensive content and innovative pedagogical features, is highly relevant and effective for K-12 learners, including beginners, in fostering consistent language acquisition through daily routines. This study offers valuable insights into the design and implementation of engaging and effective language learning materials across various educational levels.
Keywords: Students, Textbook, K-12, English Education
Topic: Bridging Communities through Linguistic Diversity and Inclusion
