The Role of Content Knowledge Integration in Supporting Procedure Text Comprehension through Reading to Learn Strategy: A Qualitative Case Study of Eleventh-Grade TKR Students

Authors

  • Ratman Ratman
  • Ima Isnaini
  • Fitri Nurdianingsih

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.1234/prosiding.v2i1.4918

Keywords:

Reading to Learn, Content Knowledge, Reading Comprehension, Procedure Text, Vocational High School

Abstract

abstract- The integration of vocational content into English language learning has become increasingly important in vocational high schools to support students’ academic and professional needs. However, many students still experience difficulties in comprehending English texts because learning materials are often disconnected from their vocational background. This study aimed to explore how the integration of content knowledge through the Reading to Learn (R2L) strategy supports students’ comprehension of Procedure Text in a vocational high school context. Employing a qualitative case study design, the research involved eleventh-grade students of the Light Vehicle Engineering (TKR) program and an English teacher. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews, classroom observations, and documentation, and analyzed using data reduction, coding, categorization, and thematic analysis. The findings revealed four major themes: positive perceptions toward the R2L strategy, the significant role of content knowledge in facilitating reading comprehension, increased student engagement and learning motivation, and challenges related to technical vocabulary and grammar. The study indicates that integrating vocational content with R2L helps students connect prior practical knowledge with textual information, making reading activities more meaningful and contextual. The findings contribute to the development of vocational English instruction by highlighting the importance of contextualized learning. Future studies are recommended to involve different vocational programs and employ mixed-method approaches to gain broader insights.

Keywords- Reading to Learn, Content Knowledge, Reading Comprehension, Procedure Text, Vocational High School

 

Abstrak- Integrasi materi kejuruan dalam pembelajaran Bahasa Inggris menjadi semakin penting di Sekolah Menengah Kejuruan (SMK) karena dapat mendukung kebutuhan akademik dan profesional siswa. Namun, banyak siswa masih mengalami kesulitan memahami teks berbahasa Inggris karena materi yang dipelajari sering kali tidak berkaitan dengan bidang keahlian mereka. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengeksplorasi bagaimana integrasi content knowledge melalui strategi Reading to Learn (R2L) mendukung pemahaman Procedure Text pada siswa kelas XI Teknik Kendaraan Ringan (TKR). Penelitian ini menggunakan desain studi kasus kualitatif dengan melibatkan siswa kelas XI TKR dan seorang guru Bahasa Inggris. Data dikumpulkan melalui wawancara semi-terstruktur, observasi kelas, dan dokumentasi, kemudian dianalisis melalui reduksi data, coding, kategorisasi, dan analisis tematik. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan empat tema utama, yaitu persepsi positif terhadap strategi R2L, peran content knowledge dalam memfasilitasi pemahaman membaca, peningkatan keterlibatan dan motivasi belajar siswa, serta tantangan yang berkaitan dengan kosakata teknis dan tata bahasa. Temuan ini menunjukkan bahwa integrasi materi kejuruan dengan strategi R2L membantu siswa menghubungkan pengalaman praktik dengan informasi dalam teks sehingga pembelajaran menjadi lebih kontekstual dan bermakna. Penelitian ini berkontribusi terhadap pengembangan pembelajaran Bahasa Inggris vokasional yang berbasis konteks. Penelitian selanjutnya disarankan melibatkan program keahlian yang lebih beragam dan menggunakan pendekatan mixed methods untuk memperoleh pemahaman yang lebih komprehensif.

Keywords- Reading to Learn, Content Knowledge, Pemahaman Membaca, Procedure Text, Sekolah Menengah Kejuruan

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2026-06-03

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