Abstract:
The objective of the study was to describe how using ARIAS model
learning to improve students’ speaking ability through Spelling Bee Game. This
research had been conducted by applying Classroom Action Research. The
subject of this research was the students at XI MIA II class of SMA Swasta AlHikmah,
academic year 2018/2019 with total 30 students. This research was
analyzed by using quantitative and qualitative data. The technique of collecting
data was used observation, and test. The researcher did two cycles in Classroom
Action Research. The data was taken in pre-test, cycle I, and cycle II. Before
giving test in cycle I, the researcher gave pre-test. In pre-test the research findings
showed that the mean score of pre-test was 43,33% and only 1 students or 43,3%
who got the score passed the Minimal Mastery Criterion (KKM). In cycle I the
research findings showed that the mean score was 62,16% and there were 15
students or 62% who got the score passed the Minimal Mastery Criterion (KKM).
In cycle II the research findings showed that the mean score was 78,83 and there
were 40 students or 78% who got the score passed the Minimal Mastery Criterion
(KKM). It showed that the students’ speaking ability was improved. The result of
observation showed that by using ARIAS learning through spelling bee game
students more active.
