The Influence of the Mastery Learning Method on the Writing Skills of Fifth-Grade Students at Sidrap Elementary School

Abstract

  This study examines the impact of the Mastery Learning method on the writing skills of fifth-grade students at SDN 6 Sidrap. Writing is a critical skill that allows students to articulate their imagination through written expression. However, students often face challenges in connecting ideas coherently within a text. This classroom action research, conducted in three cycles, aims to improve students' performance in writing and assess the influence of the method on their motivation to learn. Each cycle consisted of four stages: planning, action, observation, and reflection. Data were collected through formative tests and observation sheets. The results showed a significant improvement in student achievement, with learning completeness increasing from 65.22% in the first cycle to 91.13% in the third cycle. The findings indicate that the Mastery Learning method positively influences students' motivation and writing skills. This method can serve as an effective alternative for enhancing writing instruction in elementary schools.