摘要：This research aims at investigating whether or not the application of story maps model will increase the ability of SLTPN 1 Palembang in re-producing short stories. This research used a classroom action research model, involving 3 cycles. The pre-test conducted before the action showed that none of the 44 students got the score of 75 above. The post-test of cycle I showed that 15 students (34%) got the score of 75 (mean = 55.4). In the post-test of cycle II, 31 students (70%) got the score of 75 (mean 76.6). In the post-test of cycle III, there were 39 students (89%) who got the score of 75 (mean 77.8). The findings indicate that the students ability in reproducing short stories improved as the story maps model was ap-plied. In addition, the students seemed to be more enthusiastic in participating in the classroom activities.
关键词：Model story maps;cerita pendek;kemampuan reproduksi cerita;siswa SLTP
