Using Peer Coorective Feedback to Improve Students\u27 Writing in Recount Text

Abstract

The aims of this study are to investigate how the peer corrective feedback (PCF) can improve the students\u27 writing recount text and what is the interaction mainly exists in PCF. This study is a classroom action Research with three cycles. The data were collected through observation during the treatment. The writing test conducted at the end of each cycle; the questionnaire had been distributed to the 29 students. A group interview was conducted to get deep verbal responses. The result found that the students\u27 interaction and attitudes were positive at the end of treatment. The students were more enjoyable when sharing the ideas with their peers. It wa because they used the same language and an informal situation without being afraid of making mistakes when discussing. The writing test showed the improvement at the end of every cycle. The interview data analysis indicated that the students were confident to write English and share their ideas with their peers. Related to the peer\u27s correction, the result was unclear and doubtful, therefore they preferred the teacher to give final correction