Developing Vocabulary of The Seventh Grade Students at SMP Negeri 4 Palu through Mind Mapping

Abstract

This research aims to determine whether the application of Mind Mapping can enhance the vocabulary of seventh-grade students at SMP Negeri 4 Palu. The research employed a quantitative research method with a pre-experimental design. The subjects of this study were twenty five of seventh-grade students from SMP Negeri 4 Palu. The instrument used was a vocabulary test consisting of four types of tests. A total of twenty five students were asked to take a pre-test and a post-test. The results of the study showed that the intervention of mind mapping in students' learning methods has been proven to help students overcome their difficulties.