Learning model of news writing based on contextual approach: is it effective to increase students' ability in news writing?

Lecturers need to organize learning that is contextual, innovative, and interesting so that students are more motivated to learn and they get learning outcomes, especially in writing better news. This study aims to examine the effectiveness of the contextual approach-based learning model to improve the ability of PBSI Study Program students in writing news. This research was conducted using a quasi-experimental technique (quasi-experiment) at three universities in the city of Semarang. The total number of respondents in this study was 120 students. The data collection of this research was carried out using the test method. Data analysis technique is independent sample t-test. The results of this study indicate that the results of the t test for the average difference in the ability to write news are significant (sig. = .000 < = .05). In respondents who received treatment, the ability to write student news was high. Thus, it is concluded that the contextual approach-based learning model is effective in improving the ability of PBSI Study Program students in writing news.