Implementation of the English Corner Program Based on the My Mini Dictionary Pocket Dictionary as a Supplement to the English Curriculum for Fourth Grade Elementary School Students in Mertasari Village

Abstract

The "English Corner" work program, utilizing the My Mini Dictionary pocket dictionary, is an initiative to support English language learning for fourth-grade elementary school students in Mertasari Village, Purwanegara District, Banjarnegara Regency. This program aims to improve students' English vocabulary mastery through practical, contextual, and user-friendly learning media. The program's implementation utilizes My Mini Dictionary, which contains basic English vocabulary and expressions, including greetings, time, magic words, wishes, feelings, and question words. Learning activities are conducted interactively using a collaborative Deep Learning approach—encompassing meaningful, mindful, and joyful learning. This is supported by a Problem-Based Learning (PBL) model involving presentations, drilling, Q&A sessions, games, and individual exercises. Evaluations were conducted by comparing students' proficiency before and after participating in the learning activities. The results demonstrated an increase in the students' English vocabulary mastery after participating in the "English Corner" program. Furthermore, the pocket dictionary helps students recognize, understand, remember, and apply English vocabulary in simple contexts. Therefore, the "English Corner" program, facilitated by My Mini Dictionary, can serve as an alternative medium to support English language learning for elementary students, particularly in areas with limited educational resources.