Individual Learning Plan (ILP) Effectiveness - EFL Islamic Students’ Writing Skill Enhancement

Oct 2, 2026

This study investigates the efficacy of implementing Individual Learning Plan (ILP) to enhance the writing skills of eleventh-grade students at MAS Guppi Mamuju, an Islamic private senior high school in West Sulawesi, Indonesia. Using a pre-experimental approach and total sampling, one experimental class of eight students was selected. A writing test measured content, organization, vocabulary, language use, and mechanics via Jacobs' scale. Results show a significant mean score increase from 57.00 (pre-test) to 70.63 (post-test), supported by t-test rejection of H0 and acceptance of H1.

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JELITA: Journal of English Language Teaching and Literature Volume 5, Number 1, February 2024, pages 204-213 Individual Learning Plan (ILP) Effectiveness: EFL Islamic Students’ Writing Skill Enhancement P-ISSN 2721-1096 E-ISSN 2721-1916 Rapi Hamdi Nur Universitas Tomakaka Rendra Kusuma Wijaya Universitas Tomakaka Abstract This study investigates the efficacy of implementing Individual Learning Plan (ILP) to enhance the writing skills of eleventh-grade students at MAS,(Madrasah Aliyah Swasta) Guppi Mamuju, an Islamic private senior high school in West Sulawesi, Indonesia. Conducted through a pre-experimental approach, the research population comprised eleventh-grade students from MAS Guppi Mamuju, totaling one class. Utilizing total sampling, one experimental class of eight students was selected. The study employed a writing test as the primary research instrument, assessing various aspects including content, organization, vocabulary, language use, and mechanics using Jacobs' scoring scale. Data analysis was conducted using Microsoft Excel's Automatic Data Analysis tool. The results indicated a notable improvement in students' writing ability following the implementation of ILP, as evidenced by the significant increase in mean scores from the pre-test (57.00) to the post-test (70.63), with a range of 13.37 points. Statistical analysis using the t-test supported the rejection of the Null Hypothesis (H0) and acceptance of the Alternative Hypothesis (H1) . In conclusion, the integration of ILP effectively enhanced the writing skills of eleventh-grade students at MAS Guppi Mamuju. Keywords EFL, Individual Learning Plan (ILP) , Islamic School, Private School, Writing Skill Corresponding author: Rapi Hamdi Nur, Universitas Tomakaka, Mamuju, Indonesia Email: [tifahrapie01@gmail.com](tifahrapie01@gmail.com) INTRODUCTION Language serves as a cornerstone of human society, facilitating communication and interaction among individuals. In today's globalized world, proficiency in English has become increasingly essential, offering myriad opportunities for personal, academic, and professional growth (Muallim et al., 2023; Noviasmy et al., 2023) . However, in smaller private school communities like MAS Guppi Mamuju, an Islamic Private Senior High School nestled in the local surroundings of West Sulawesi, Indonesia, the emphasis on English writing skills may not be as pronounced as in larger public schools. Here, the Islamic ambiance often takes precedence over English language learning, creating a unique educational landscape (Arisman & Hasanah, 2023) . Despite the growing importance of English in the global arena, students at MAS Guppi Mamuju encounter notable obstacles in expressing their ideas effectively through writing, often grappling with issues such as limited vocabulary and motivation (Ali, 2021; Ansar et al., 2022; Rahman et al., 2022) . These challenges hinder their ability to articulate thoughts coherently and communicate persuasively. In response to these hurdles, the researcher proposes the implementation of Individual Learning Plan (ILP) as a strategic intervention to bolster students' writing proficiency (Bernacki et al., 2021; Watson & Watson, 2016) . ILP offers a personalized approach to learning, empowering students to take ownership of their educational journey and tailor their studies to their individual needs and interests (Chitkara et al., 2016; Lockspeiser & Kaul, 2016) . By integrating ILP into the curriculum, educators can create a conducive environment for fostering creativity, critical thinking, and self-directed learning (Chitkara et al., 2016; Solberg et al., 2018) . Against this backdrop, this study endeavors to investigate the efficacy of ILP in enhancing the writing skills of eleventh-grade students at MAS Guppi Mamuju. By examining the impact of ILP on students' writing proficiency, we aim to shed light on innovative teaching methodologies that promote language acquisition and

FAQs

What was the purpose of the Individual Learning Plan (ILP) in this study?

To investigate whether implementing ILP can enhance the writing skills of eleventh-grade EFL students at MAS Guppi Mamuju.

How was students’ writing performance assessed?

Through a writing test evaluating content, organization, vocabulary, language use, and mechanics using Jacobs' scoring scale.

What were the main findings about ILP effectiveness?

Students showed notable improvement, with mean scores increasing from 57.00 on the pre-test to 70.63 on the post-test, and t-test results supported rejecting H0.

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