Influence of Media Song to Skill Writing Poetry in Junior High School Barlind School Medan
This study aims to see the influence of song media on poetry writing skills in students grade VIII of Junior High School Barlind School Medan. The method used in this research is classroom action research method. This study consists of 2 cycles, each cycle consists of 4 stages, namely planning, implementation, observation, reflection. Data collection techniques used in the form of field notes, and assessment of poetry writing skills. Descriptive analysis data supported by qualitative data. The results of this study indicate that the use of song media can improve the skills of writing poetry students VIII grade Junior High School Barlind School Medan. In the beginning preaction students lack of spirit in following the learning and tend to be bored. After the action, students are more enthusiastic in following the learning process. Students become more independent and independent of the teacher. In addition students are more daring to express questions and dare to answer questions from teachers. A more enjoyable learning process can increase students 'interest in learning to write poetry and have a positive impact on students' poetry results. Keywords : poetry writing skills, media, and students.