Improve Malay Vocabulary Among Year 5 National Type School Pupils Through Gape Activity

  • Nithiya Raju Retnam Education Faculty, The National University of Malaysia
  • Fariza Binti Khalid Education Faculty, The National University of Malaysia
Keywords: Malay language, vocabulary, verbs, National Type School, communication

Abstract

Malay language acquisition among National Type School (NTS) is not at a satisfactory level. Malay language is important for Malaysians because it is the main communication language all over Malaysia. The Ministry of Education also makes it compulsory to all Malaysian students to pass the Malay language in examinations. The researcher’s preliminary review shows that NTS pupils have difficulties in identifying verbs which is equivalent to Sivaneswary’s research (2019) which shows NTS pupils are weak in identifying verbs in Malay language. They also face difficulties communicating in Malay because lack in vocabulary of verbs. The previous studies show that NTS pupils need to improve in Malay language. Studies also show that lack in vocabulary can affect pupils’ ability in communicating in Malay. However, there is not much research done to NTS pupils in improving their vocabulary of verbs. Therefore, an action research which includes quantitative and qualitative approach has been done to 30 year 5 NTS pupils. A language activity was carried out to pupils to improve their vocabulary in verbs. Data from pre and post-examinations, and interviews were analysed to examine the effectiveness of the activity introduced. Data shows that the activity has improved pupils’ ability in finding correct verbs. Furthermore, they are found to be motivated to take part in Malay lessons and communications. This research can be done in NTS schools for Malay lessons to aid pupils to improve their Malay vocabulary in verbs and drive them to communicate this language. Teachers can create a lively and entertaining lesson too.

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