IMPLEMENTATION OF LITERACY PROGRAMS FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS TO IMPROVE SOCIAL SKILLS IN THE COMMUNITY
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https://doi.org/10.22460/empowerment.v15i1.7144Keywords:
Literacy Program, Social Skills, High School Students, Community EnvironmentAbstract
This research aims to analyze the implementation of a literacy program and its influence on improving students’ social skills within the community. The background of this study lies in the low reading interest among high school students, which affects their ability to communicate, think critically, and interact socially. The study was conducted at SMAN 18 Bandung, which implemented a school literacy program through reading and summarizing activities before learning sessions. This research used a mixed-method approach with a concurrent embedded design, combining qualitative and quantitative data collection techniques such as observation, interviews, questionnaires, and documentation involving students, teachers, and community members. The findings reveal that the literacy program significantly contributes to enhancing students’ social skills by 69%, particularly in communication ability, cooperation, and critical thinking. Continuous implementation of literacy activities fosters students’ social awareness, self-confidence, and active participation in community engagement.
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