THE EFFECT OF INTERACTIVE DIGITAL STORYTELLING THROUGH PICTURE SERIES ON STUDENTS’ SPEAKING SKILLS

Rofanda Imelia, Galuh (2026) THE EFFECT OF INTERACTIVE DIGITAL STORYTELLING THROUGH PICTURE SERIES ON STUDENTS’ SPEAKING SKILLS. IJEE(Indonesian Journal of English Education), 13 (1). pp. 119-128. ISSN 2356-1777

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Abstract

Oral communication is a fundamental part of learning English because it allows students to convey ideas effectively. Nevertheless, many students struggle to improve their speaking skills due to limited vocabulary, low self-confidence, fear of speaking, and insufficient opportunities for interaction. This study examined the impact of interactive digital storytelling through picture series on students’ English as a Foreign Language (EFL) speaking ability. A quasi-experimental design involving 60 eighth-grade students was employed. Two classes were selected through cluster sampling and assigned to the experimental group (n = 30) and the control group (n = 30). Data were collected through speaking pre-tests and post-tests assessed using a rubric covering fluency, pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammatical accuracy. An independent-samples t-test was used to analyze the data. The results revealed a significant difference between the groups (p < .001). The experimental group achieved a higher mean score (M = 73.77, SD = 2.94) than the control group (M = 61.97, SD = 3.32). Although the effect size (Cohen’s d = 3.76) indicated a difference, it should be interpreted cautiously due to the limited sample and single-school context. Overall, interactive digital storytelling appears to be a promising instructional approach for supporting speaking development in EFL classrooms.

Item Type:	Article
Uncontrolled Keywords:	digital storytelling; EFL learners; picture series; speaking skills; technology-enhanced learning
Subjects:	L Education > L Education (General) L Education > LB Theory and practice of education P Language and Literature > PR English literature
Divisions:	Fakultas Sosial dan Humaniora > S1 Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris
Depositing User:	Unnamed user with email galuhimelia063@gmail.com
Date Deposited:	19 Oct 2026 21:36
Last Modified:	19 Oct 2026 21:36
URI:	https://repository.unuja.ac.id/id/eprint/5092

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