English is one of the hard lessons for students. Learning with ARCS Model is expected to reduce the students’ difficulties in learning. With this model teacher expected to be able to motivate her students in learning and increase the qualities of students’ learning. ARCS Model was applied at MA NU Salafiyah Demak because the English language teacher at the school perceived that the model made students’ more motivated in learning English.
The question this research are (1) How is the implementation of ARCS model in Listening, speaking, reading, and writing classes at
the eleventh grade of MA NU Salafiyah Demak in the academic year
of 2015/2016? (2) How is the students’ perception on the use of ARCS Model? (3) What factors underlie the implement of ARCS model in EFL Class?
This is a qualitative research. Data collection was done by using observation, questionnaire, and interview. The data were
collected and analyzed by using qualitative descriptive analysis techniques.
The result showed that (1) the implementation of ARCS
model in EFL Class at MA NU Salafiyah Demak are: First, teacher always trying to arouse the attention of students in learning using various methods such as; speech, discussion, demonstration and others, variety of learning media such; a simple media and modern media; using humor. Second, teacher tries to show the objectives and benefits of learning according to the needs of students; and enthusiasm. Third, teacher improve students’ confidence with their ability by showing the expectation of success; arrange learning process; and give good constructive feedbacks. Fourth, teacher creating students’ satisfaction by use of praise; give an opportunity to
show the capability of students; and give opportunity to help their friends. (2) Students are more motivate when teacher teach in class using ARCS model motivational learning. (3) Factor underlie in implementation of ARCS Model, that are the ability of students, the condition of students, and the environment of students.