Description of Implementation of the Project-Based Learning Model in the Practical Activity of Writing Text of “Observation Result Reports" For Class VII Junior High School Students

Abstract

This research aims to describe the implementation of the project-based learning (PjBL) learning model in learning to write "observation report" texts for junior high school students. This research was conducted by applying a qualitative approach with case study techniques. Research data was obtained through interviews, observation, and documentation techniques. The subjects of this research were students in class VII B of SMP N 6 Jambi City, with 30 students. The instruments used in this research were a list of interview questions, a checklist of student activities, and a rubric for assessing project results. Based on the study and analysis, the project-based learning model can improve the quality of students' writing. The application of the project-based learning model uses six phases: observing a phenomenon, asking basic questions, designing a project plan to be implemented, compiling a detailed project schedule, supervising students and their projects, and testing and evaluating the project results. Of the six syntaxes, everything went well; the students' writing test results obtained excellent, sound, and quite good results from 4 groups. It can be seen based on the results of students' writing, which meets the criteria for observation report texts based on phenomena, structure, and language rules. Several stages prepared by the teacher in the form of teaching modules are also by the implementation process, especially in controlling and guiding students, from finding ideas, creating titles, and student writing to the assignment presentation stage. The research has implications for implementing the project-based learning (PjBL) model to improve students' writing skills, especially in writing observation reports.