The Use of Fable in Developing Reading Comprehension

Abstract

This study aims (1) To find out how the use of fables in developing reading comprehension skills is based on the research articles reviewed and (2) To find out how effective fables are in developing reading comprehension skills. This study was conducted through the library research method. The data sources from two data that are primary data were taken from (Mislaini 2015) and secondary data were taken from documents based on scientific articles and two theses between 2015-2024. Based on the results of the Library research method, 5 researchers were found who used fables to improve reading comprehension, namely, Nurafni (2020), Alisah (2024),Romdoni (2020), Aisyah (2024), and Sari (2018). The analysis results show that the implementation of the Fable method in teaching reading comprehension was conducted in three steps. The fable technique is described as a collection of ongoing data analysis to help students understand, learn, and enjoy the ability to read comprehension. The implementation of this technique is not only done by depending on this technique itself but also with the help of various supporting media and techniques, such as videos, digital fable books, and narrative texts. Analysis of the primary sources also showed that, after the implementation of the fable technique, it was found that all students of different academic levels experienced improvements in their reading comprehension. This finding implies that the use of fable in teaching reading comprehension positively affects students. Thus, the use of fables is an effective method to develop students' reading comprehension.