PENINGKATAN KEMAMPUAN MEMBACA SISWA KELAS V ME-LALUI PROGRAM PEMBIASAAN MEMBACA DI POJOK BACA SDN BEGEG KOTA SUKABUMI

Abstract

This study aims to identify the steps in implementing a reading habit program in the reading corner, determine the satisfaction of fifth-grade students after the program's implementation, and determine the impacts and challenges in its implementation at Gegeg Public Elementary School, Sukabumi City. The method used in this study is qualitative with a case study approach. Data collection was carried out through observation, semi-structured interviews, and documentation collection. The research subjects included the principal, fifth-grade teachers, students, and parents. The results obtained from the study indicate that the reading habit program was implemented systematically by providing 15 minutes of reading time before the start of learning by utilizing the reading corner in the classroom. This program has a positive impact on improving students' reading abilities. Of the seven students who initially experienced difficulty in reading, five of them showed significant progress and can now read more fluently, while the other two students still face difficulties but show progress. In addition, this program also received positive responses from students, teachers, and parents because it was able to build reading habits and broaden students' horizons. However, the program's implementation faced challenges, including the limited number and variety of books available in the reading corners. Despite these challenges, the reading corner program has proven effective in improving the reading skills of fifth-grade students at Begeg Elementary School in Sukabumi City.