The Use Of Scenes From Movies As Authentic Materials To Teach Expression Of Congratulating And Complimenting People In A Senior High School Grade 10

Abstract

This best practice study aims to enhance students’ classroom engagement using scenes from adolescent movies as authentic materials in English subjects in Senior High School. The writer used scenes from adolescent movies as an example of conversation in the learning process. Authentic materials allow the students to mirror the real-life conversation. The subject chosen in this best practice is congratulating and complementing others. This study describes how to use scenes from movies in teaching expressions of congratulating and complimenting others in terms of expression, vocabulary and pronunciation. After implementing the teaching practices, the writer learned that using scenes from movies can make students more engaged in classroom. Using scenes from movies as authentic materials to teach expression of congratulating and complimenting others, also allow the students to improve their vocabulary and pronunciation. Furthermore, the students can build more confidence through this teaching approach.