COOPERATIVE LEARNING STRATEGY PRACTICED BY YOUNG LEARNERS ON SPEAKING SKILL: A CASE STUDY AT PPTQA ANNURUL MUNZAL BUMIAYU MALANG

This study explores the implementation of the Think-Pair-Share (TPS) cooperative learning strategy on speaking skills at Pesantren An Nurul Munzal, Malang. Using a qualitative approach with a case study design, the research aims to understand how students practice TPS in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learning and how this strategy adapts to the pesantren's unique cultural and religious context.
Data were collected through observations and semi-structured interviews. The findings reveal that the TPS strategy—structured into the stages of Think, Pair, and Share—provides students with opportunities to reflect individually, collaborate with peers, and confidently share their ideas in class. The strategy proved adaptable to classroom and pesantren settings. Students expressed increased motivation, enjoyment, and confidence in speaking English, despite challenges such as limited vocabulary and exposure.
This study concludes that TPS is a flexible and adaptable strategy for improving speaking skills and critical thinking among young learners in Pesantren. It also emphasizes the importance of integrating culturally relevant themes to enhance engagement. Future research is recommended to explore the long-term impact of TPS and its application in broader educational contexts.