Comic Media Facilitates Narrative Writing Skill Development in Junior Students

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10.2991/978-2-38476-589-8_25How to use a DOI?

Keywords

Comic Media; Writing Skills; Narrative Structure

Abstract

General Background: Writing is a complex language skill requiring grammar, vocabulary, and structured expression, often challenging for junior high school learners. Specific Background: In sports talent classes at SMP Negeri 2 Sidoarjo, students face difficulties in English writing, prompting the integration of comic media as a teaching tool. Knowledge Gap: Despite prior studies highlighting benefits of comics in language learning, limited evidence exists regarding their classroom implementation and associated challenges in specialized learning contexts. Aims: This study aims to examine the application of comic media in teaching English writing and identify challenges encountered by teachers. Results: Using a qualitative case study with observation, interviews, and document analysis, findings indicate that comic media supports students in understanding narrative structure, generating ideas, and actively participating in writing activities. The instructional process, including pre-writing, writing, and post-writing stages, was implemented effectively. However, challenges include difficulties in explaining material, students’ limited vocabulary comprehension, and issues in forming heterogeneous groups. Novelty: This study provides contextual insight into the integration of comic media within sports talent classes, highlighting both pedagogical benefits and practical constraints. Implications: The findings suggest that comic media can facilitate writing instruction, but successful implementation requires addressing instructional clarity, vocabulary support, and classroom management strategies to optimize learning outcomes.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Dwi Hidayati Khusnia
AU  - Dian Novita
PY  - 2026
DA  - 2026/06/18
TI  - Comic Media Facilitates Narrative Writing Skill Development in Junior Students
BT  - Proceedings of the 1st International Conference on Communication and Digital Multimedia 2025 (ICCDM 2025)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 307
EP  - 319
SN  - 2352-5398
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-2-38476-589-8_25
DO  - 10.2991/978-2-38476-589-8_25
ID  - Khusnia2026
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