Flashcard Program Implementation to Increase English Learning Motivation for Elementary School Students

Abstract

English has become a global language that not only serves as a means of international communication, but also as a key to access to science, technology and future employment opportunities. However, low motivation to learn is often a challenge for children, as seen at Kasih Anugerah Orphanage. Therefore, a flashcards program was conducted with the aim of increasing learning motivation and English comprehension. A total of 15 elementary school children aged 6-12 years old were involved in this activity. This program is also packaged in educational games and psychoeducative approaches to make English feel more fun and in accordance with the cognitive development stage and habits of elementary school-age children. Based on post test scores, learning motivation questionnaires, and interviews with the administrators, the results of the program implementation show an increase in children's ability to recognize and remember English vocabulary. In addition, the benefits can also be felt as the children participating in the program become more active and confident.