Benefits of the Study

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D. Objectives of the Study

Considering the problems that are stated in the problem formulation, there are two main objectives of the study. These objectives are presented as follows: 1. The study tries to find out how a set of integrated English instructional materials based on Cooperative Learning approach for the sixth grade students of SD Kanisius Kanutan is designed. 2. The study also tries to present the designed set of instructional materials based on Cooperative Learning approach for the sixth grade students of SD Kanisius Kanutan. Those objectives of the study will become the goal of the study through the discussion in the following chapter.

E. Benefits of the Study

The instructional materials based on Cooperative Learning approach give an opportunity for the students to have different ways in their styles of study. The designed materials encourage the students to learn English because the students learn through something that makes them interested in English. The students can be more successful in learning English because the success can improve their self- confidence. Furthermore, it will encourage the students to be proactive. The study is expected to give positive contribution to English Language Teaching, especially for the students, English teachers, and other researchers. For EFL Students, this study provides materials that are useful to learn English based on cooperative learning approach. The students are encouraged to study English using their styles. Through the designed materials, the students find PLAGIAT MERUPAKAN TINDAKAN TIDAK TERPUJI 5 it easier to understand the material given. The materials motivate the students to learn and to interact with their friends. For English teachers, this study provides the benefits of teaching English based on the Cooperative Learning approach for the sixth grade students of Elementary School. By reading the study, the English teachers may have more references of teaching-learning method that can be applied in class. It is also hoped that the Elementary School English teachers may broaden their knowledge about English language teaching through the study. For other researchers, this study can be used as the reference to conduct research and write scientific paper related to the topic. It also gives description about designing integrated instructional materials based on cooperative learning approach in teaching English for the sixth grade students of Elementary School. Through the study, other researchers may gain beneficial information that can be used to support their research.

F. Definition of Terms