THE INFLUENCE OF ACTIVE CLASS DISCUSSIONS ON STUDENTS' UNDERSTANDING OF MATERIAL IN CLASS 2024G, SURABAYA STATE UNIVERSITY

Abstract

Objective: This study investigates the impact of student activeness in classroom discussions on their understanding of learning materials. Method: A quantitative correlational approach was employed, involving 40 students from Universitas Negeri Surabaya. Data were collected through observation sheets to measure activeness in discussions and comprehension tests to assess understanding of the material. Results: The analysis, using simple linear regression, revealed a significant positive relationship between student participation in classroom discussions and their material comprehension. Active participants demonstrated a higher level of understanding. Novelty: The research contributes to the ongoing discourse on effective teaching strategies, highlighting the importance of fostering student engagement in discussions as a means to improve learning outcomes. The study emphasizes that passive participation in discussions may hinder comprehension, providing insights for educators seeking to enhance classroom dynamics and academic performance.