THE USE OF PARTNER TECHNIQUES IN THE SPEAKING SKILL OF DESCRIPTIVE TEXT BY EIGHTH GRADE STUDENTS AT SMP TAMAN ASUHAN PEMATANG SIANTAR

This research is about the use of Partner Techniques in the Speaking Skill of descriptive text by eighth grade students at Taman Asuhan Pematang Siantar. The objective of this research is to describe the use of the partner techniques in
speaking skills of descriptive text by eighth grade students at Taman Asuhan Pematang Siantar. In this research, the researcher used descriptive qualitative research. The research data were taken from observation, interviews with an English teacher by using a voice recorder, and video recordings of students when using the partner technique. In analyzing data, researcher used the data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The result of this research is the use of partner technique has 10 steps namely: select descriptive topics, pairing, giving clear instructions, modeling, time management, active listening, giving feedback, switching roles, variety, and debriefing. Based on the results of the research, it can be concluded as follows: Students look motivated in speaking English because they use the partner technique. They can even choose their own partners. The teacher explains how the technique make students more confident in speaking English and can express themselves more creatively through the learning process.