Strategi Lulus JLPT N3 Mahasiswa Prodi S1 Sastra Jepang FIB USU Kita Sumatora Daigaku Bunkagakubu Nihonbungaku Gakka No Gakusei Ni Yoru JLPT N3 Ni Goukaku Suru Tame No Senryaku

Abstract

The purpose of this study is to understand the learning strategies of students who have passed the JLPT N3 exam, as well as to identify the challenges they face during their exam preparation. In this research, Language Learning Theory, Language Acquisition Theory, and Strategy Theory are used. Mixed method is used in the research. Used by combining qualitative research using interview methods and quantitative by distributing questionnaires. The results of this study eveal the learning strategies of students, which are categorized into ten groups: study method, study motivation, study duration, Japanese study duration, JLPT N3 preparation duration, JLPT N3 question practice frequency, study time in a day, making notes/summaries, progress evaluation, strengths in specific materials, and the impact of the internship program on learning. In addition, this study also identifies obstacles faced by students during the JLPT N3 exam preparation, including difficulties in certain parts of the exam, limited adequate learning resources, and external factors that can interfere with study time such as other activities or activities outside of the campus.