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Operative Learning Model Using The 'Snowball Throwing' Method in Teaching Mandarin Vocabulary

Longda Xiaokan: Journal of Mandarin Learning and Teaching · Vol. 8 No. 3s (2025) · pp. 78–84

DOI
10.15294/longdaxiaokan.v8i3s.30126
ISSN
2715-1611, 2528-5734
Published
2025-07-23
Publisher
Universitas Negeri Semarang
Language
eng

Abstract

This study aims to investigate the effectiveness of the Snowball Throwing learning model in improving students’ reading skills in Mandarin language classes. The research was conducted at SMA PL Don Bosko Semarang with students of class XII 5 as participants. A quantitative approach was employed using a one-group pretest-posttest design. Data were collected through reading tests administered before and after the application of the learning model. The results showed a significant increase in students’ posttest scores, indicating that the Snowball Throwing model had a positive impact on students' Mandarin reading abilities. The interactive and collaborative nature of the model encouraged active student participation and enhanced comprehension through peer discussion. These findings suggest that Snowball Throwing is an effective strategy for improving reading skills in foreign language learning, particularly in high school settings. reading skills.

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Dian Yuni PamujiAffiliation unknown9
Almira AgwinandaAffiliation unknown5
Fatmawati - FatmawatiAffiliation unknown4
Mirah AzizahAffiliation unknown4
Sheyla Silvia SiregarAffiliation unknown3
Hasria RiskiAffiliation unknown2
Ridwan ListiantoAffiliation unknown2
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Rina SupriatnaningsihAffiliation unknown1
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Kezia Yansen PasangAffiliation unknown1
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Elvira SeptevanyAffiliation unknown1
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Laeli FajriyahAffiliation unknown1
Pingkan RositawatiAffiliation unknown1
Sheila Maharani Tofina PutriAffiliation unknown1
Dian Nur FadhilahAffiliation unknown1
Ita Sarmita SamadUniversitas Muhammadiyah Enrekang1
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Asmuliyati NahnuAffiliation unknown1

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