Abstract:
This study aims to improve students' literacy skills through the application
of the Gallery Walk method at Sanggar Belajar Kepong, Kuala Lumpur,
Malaysia. The study used a classroom action approach implemented in two
cycles, with stages of planning, implementation, observation, and reflection.
The research instrument was in the form of observation and assessment of
literacy skills covering five indicators: understanding text, analyzing text,
critical thinking, interpreting information, and writing and re-presenting
information. The results showed a significant increase in students' literacy
skills, from varying completeness in cycle I (the lowest indicator was 30%)
to 100% completeness in four indicators and 80% in one indicator in cycle
II. Learning with the Gallery Walk method has been proven to encourage
activeness, critical thinking, and the ability to convey information
effectively. These findings strengthen the results of previous studies which
state that Gallery Walk is effective in improving students' literacy skills. In
conclusion, the Gallery Walk method can be used as an alternative to
innovative and enjoyable learning to improve student literacy.
