The Effectiveness of Narrative Approach Strategies in Enhancing Students’ Reading Comprehension in EFL Classroom

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to explore the influence of narrative approach strategy in English language learning on students' reading ability, as well as the impact and students' responses to the approach. This study used a qualitative research approach. The subjects of this study were students from one of the classes at the MTS A-Irsyad Islamic boarding school, totaling 17 people, consisting of 10 males and 7 females. Data collection in this study was carried out through observation during learning, documentation, and interviews with one of the students and their English teacher. The results of this study indicate that on average students are more interested or like narrative texts compared to other texts because they find it easier to understand with the presence of pictures from the text and also an interesting storyline. By using the narrative approach pedagogical strategy, students' understanding in English reading classes can be improved.