Abstract:
This research aims to investigate the techniques of Community Language Learning (CLL) used in teaching vocabulary and to know about teachers’ perceptions of the learning process by using Community Language Learning (CLL). This paper used a qualitative case study with data collected from class observation and semi-structured interviews for only one teacher in one of the targeted elementary schools, namely SDN 2 Baregbeg. The first result finding of this research showed that the teacher mostly used translation, human error, group works, and reflective listening as a technique of Community Language Learning (CLL). The second result finding of this research is about teachers’ perception that the teacher agreed to implement Community Language Learning (CLL) in teaching vocabulary have a positive impact on students, especially in memorization of the vocabulary list and applied in their daily life. It can be concluded that implementing Community Language Learning (CLL) positively impacts teaching vocabulary, especially for teaching Elementary school students. It is because Elementary school students have unique characteristics and the Community Language Learning (CLL) method implements counseling learning in teaching especially in teaching languages.
