The Application Of Discovery Learning Strategy In Teaching Writing Descriptive Text at The Tenth Grade Students of SMA Negeri 7 Palu

The results of this research indicate that by using discovery learning in writing descriptive text, students are more active and creative in finding ideas in their minds and are more skilled. Passive classes became active and creative. Stages of the discovery learning method starting from the 1). stimulation stage; can develop students curiosity. 2). Problem formulation; students can describe the problems they face and find solutions. 3). Data collection; students collect the results of writing descriptive text. 4). Data processing; students and teachers discuss together. 5). Verification: the teacher compares the results of students’ work and provides proof. 6). Generalization; students explain the results of writing descriptive text in order to practice skills and strengthen students’ memory. Of these six activities, students must be more active and creative in finding ideas.