B. Problem Formulation
In this study, the writer formulates the problems as follow: 1.
How is a set of English instructional reading materials based on reciprocal teaching strategy for the first semester of the tenth grade in SMA Stella
Duce I Yogyakarta designed? 2.
What does the designed set of English instructional reading materials based on reciprocal teaching strategy for first semester of the tenth grade
in SMA Stella Duce I Yogyakarta look like?
C. Problem Limitation
Reading is one of language skills, which is given priority in the English learning. However, reading comprehension is still considered as difficult for the
students. Some aspects, such as the kinds of materials, exercises and teaching learning activities determine the mastery of reading skills and influence the
reading comprehension. The aim of this study is to design and present the English instructional
reading materials for the first semester of the tenth grade in SMA Stella Duce I Yogyakarta. It is designed to facilitate the students improve their
comprehension ability. The materials are based on reciprocal teaching strategy. It provides the students the materials, exercises and learning activities that can
facilitate them to comprehend the reading materials better. The writer designs a set of English instructional reading materials based
on reciprocal teaching strategy for the first semester of the tenth grade students in
SMA Stella Duce I Yogyakarta so that the students can monitor their own learning and improve their reading comprehension.
D. Research Objectives
Related to the problem formulation, the objectives of this research are mentioned below:
1. To describe how a set of English instructional reading materials based on
reciprocal teaching strategy for the first semester of the tenth grade in SMA Stella Duce I Yogyakarta is designed.
2. To present the designed set of English instructional reading materials based on
reciprocal teaching strategy for the first semester of the tenth grade in SMA Stella Duce I Yogyakarta.
E. Research Benefits