Development of Short Story and Popular Text Writing Evaluation Tool Via Quizizz Application

Abstract

In the pursuit of enhancing creative writing proficiency, the challenge students face in crafting short and popular stories within a contextual framework is a prevalent issue. This study addresses this concern by developing an evaluation tool utilizing the Quizizz application to assess students’ skills in this particular aspect of writing. Thirty-five participants from the Indonesian Language and Literature Education program engaged in surveys and semi-structured interviews, revealing the effectiveness of the evaluation tool in helping students identify their potential levels. Guided by the 4D development model, the study incorporated material and evaluation expert assessments, item analysis, and user response questionnaires. Employing a rating scale and Kuder-Richardson for item analysis, the research selected 30 questions that ensured differentiation, difficulty level, validation, and reliability, with a high-reliability coefficient of 0.727. The overall assessment, considering material and evaluation experts, as well as student and lecturer responses, indicated a high level of approval for the quiz application’s feasibility in evaluating learning outcomes. This research highlights the significance of innovative tools in assessing and improving creative writing skills, offering valuable insights for educators seeking effective approaches to enhance students’ narrative abilities within constrained contexts. It emphasizes the importance of such innovative assessment tools to empower students in writing short stories and popular texts.