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Teachers’ Questioning Strategies in Classroom Interaction

2024-01-20T16:15:15+00:00

This research aimed to find out the questioning strategies in teaching EFL classroom. This research employed qualitative research. The participants of this research were two English teachers of SMP NEGERI 40 MAKASSAR. The data of this research were collected by employing audio recording, observation notes, and interview. The result if this research revealed that the teacher used Question-Planning Strategy (ask question relevant to the students, used closed question, used follow-up question, used yes/no question, used display question) and Question-Controlling Strategy (Repeat the question, modified the question, call on students’ name to answer the question) as the strategy to ask the question in EFL classroom interaction. The teachers used the questioning strategy in order to check about students understanding, to attract student’s attention, to recall back students’ memory and as an intermezzo to make the students not feel bored. By seeing to the student’s response, the students give more positive responses (yelled at the same response, answer correctly, enthusiatic when answering and respond the question spontaneously) than negative response (did not give response/ keep silent and give the wrong answer) for the teachers’ questioning. Therefore, the use of questioning strategy in the classroom interaction are very important in order to affect the students’ learning process.

Analysis of English Listening Materials and the Compatibility to Curriculum

2024-01-23T00:53:18+00:00

This study aims to describe English listening materials taught by teachers in EFL class and the compatibility between available English listening materials teachers use and curriculum. It is due to teaching listening requires the use of media such as video, compact disk, and computer. The use of those media demands teachers’ competence in operating them. This study uses descriptive qualitative method. The subject of the research is thirteen English teachers. Research data was collected by using documentation and interview. The data was analyzed by using qualitative procedure which includes transcription, coding, categorizing, and conluding. The findings showed that English listening materials in EFL classroom are categorized into three. They are media, content, and exercise. English listening materials are in line to English curriculum. Teachers use materials and methods that are suitable to learning outcome of English listening skills.

Empowering Reading Comprehension in EFL Vocational School Students through Folktale

2024-01-29T02:54:19+00:00

Recognizing the imperative of enhancing students' comprehension in reading, especially within the context of vocational schools, the need for innovative learning approaches becomes crucial. This research aimed to assess the effectiveness of employing folktales to enhance the reading abilities of eleventh-grade students at SMK Tiwikrama Mamuju. Conducted through a pre-experimental design, the study incorporated both pretest and posttest assessments with an intervention in between. The research was conducted during the academic year 2022/2023, involving three classes comprising a total of 105 students. Utilizing purposive sampling, a sample size of 23 students was selected for the study, with the reading test serving as the primary research instrument. The data analysis unveiled a noteworthy improvement in students' mean scores, escalating from a pre-test score of 48 (categorized as very poor) to a post-test score of 75 (categorized as good). The calculated t-test value of 21.09 exceeded the critical t-table value of 2.074 at a significance level of α=0.05. This higher t-test value led to the rejection of the null hypothesis and the acceptance of the alternative hypothesis. Consequently, the utilization of folktales demonstrated a significant enhancement in the reading abilities of eleventh-grade students at SMK Tiwikrama Mamuju.

Challenge and Opportunities: A Qualitative Exploration of Junior High School English Language Educators' Perspectives on Implementing Differentiated Instruction

2024-02-06T13:47:55+00:00

The article explores the implementation of Differentiated Instruction (DI), focusing on the challenges and opportunities faced by English language teachers in junior high schools. The study follows a qualitative approach within a social constructivist worldview, emphasizing the need for tailored strategies to address diverse learning needs. The research questions delve into teachers' perceptions of DI, the challenges encountered, and effective strategies for addressing diversity in the classroom. The proposed strategies reflect a systematic approach to address challenges in differentiated learning. Through team teaching, technology integration, and enhanced knowledge mapping, the study aims to contribute valuable insights into the perspectives of English as a Foreign Language (EFL) teachers on DI. The findings anticipate informing support mechanisms for teachers to meet the diverse needs of their students effectively.

An Analysis of The English Summative Test: EFL Teacher-Made Test

2024-02-19T09:54:18+00:00

This study aims to determine the quality of the multiple-choice summative test items for senior high school EFL teachers in Parepare. The analysis consisted of validity, reliability, level of difficulty, and distractors. The type of research used in this research was quantitative descriptive. The subjects in this study were 33 students. The data in this study was collected using documentation techniques. Data analysis in the form of item analysis was carried out using the Biserial point correlation. The results of the study showed that the valid category was 80% and invalid are 20%. Included in the unreliable test with KR-20 < 0.70 or 0,6. The difficult category was 1 item, the moderate category was 8 items, and easy category was 1 item. Distractors function very good was 70%, good category was 20%, and the quite good category was 10%. It can be resumed that the final multiple-choice test made by EFL teacher has very good quality of item validity, unreliable test, good quality level of difficulty, and very good quality distractor. Based on the result analysis of test items, it can be concluded that several good test items can still be used for the future summative test, and several test items should be revised.

Teachers’ Strategies in ESP Learning Program in Indonesia: A Comparative Study

2024-02-27T06:07:52+00:00

This research article examines various strategies utilized by English teachers in English for Specific Purposes (ESP) learning programs in Indonesia, focusing on the Social and Science study programs. The study used a qualitative research design to conduct in-depth interviews with 25 English teachers, which aim to investigate and compare the pedagogical approaches used to satisfy the unique linguistic and contextual requirements of these two academic disciplines. Through purposive sampling, English teachers from both Social and Science study programs participate in semi-structured interviews, providing rich insights into their instructional methods. The purpose of the qualitative analysis is to reveal trends, similarities, and differences in the strategies used, providing a detailed understanding of the complexities of ESP teaching methods. The findings reveal illumination on the specific strategies employed by English teachers in the Social and Science study programs, demonstrating how these strategies are shaped by curriculum complexity and the backgrounds of the learners. The comparative study highlights the significance of pedagogical techniques tailored to individual contexts and serves as a basis for making well-informed decisions in curriculum development and teacher training. This study has wider implications for improving English for Specific Purposes (ESP) learning programs in Indonesia and adds to the continuing discussion on effective language teaching. This study also provides helpful recommendations for educators, curriculum developers, and policymakers aiming to enhance language learning experiences in ESP environments.

The Effectiveness of Merdeka Mengajar Platform towards the Learning of English Reading Comprehension as the Implementation of Independent Curriculum at UPTD SMPN 19 Barru

2024-02-25T15:13:32+00:00

This research aims to find out students' reading comprehension abilities before and after being taught using the Merdeka Menagajar Platform. This study used a one-group pretest-posttest design. There isn't any control group. Researchers give pre-tests to students, and then researchers give students treatment of reading comprehension using the Merdeka Mengajar Platform. The sample of this research was seventh-grade students of UPTD SMPN 19 Barru, a total of 21 students. The results show that the average pre-test score of seventh-grade students at UPTD SMPN 19 Barru experienced a significant increase in the post-test after being taught using the Merdeka Mengajar Platform on treatment. The average student score in reading comprehension on the pre-test was 55.00 and on the post-test was 84.29. So there is an increase in students' reading comprehension. This study shows the value of the t-test is higher than t-table values (14,496 >2.09302). The results of the t-test calculation of student learning before and after being taught using the Merdeka Mengajar platform are greater than the t-table. Can it be concluded that the null hypothesis (H0) is rejected and the alternative hypothesis (H1) is accepted? Researchers concluded that the use of the Merdeka Mengajar platform is a learning method that can improve reading comprehension ability in learning English.

The Effectiveness of Hybrid Learning in English Pronunciation Pedagogy in the Nigerian ESL Context

2024-02-26T06:12:03+00:00

This paper is a study on the effectiveness of hybrid learning; a blend of traditional and technology-based training, vis-à-vis the second language (L2) learner of English pronunciation. Specifically, our motivation is centred on the functionality of combining the habitual classroom teaching style with the Telegram app (a mobile-based technological tool) for studies relating to speech production and perception. The methodical procedure and design for this study is both quantitative and descriptive; employing the use of a multiple-choice questionnaire in data collection from 401 Nigerian undergraduate and postgraduate students in the University of Benin, Nigeria, to ascertain the effectiveness of digital designs and stratagems. Pie charts are employed to display multiple divisions of the study's data comparison. This study emphasizes the Online-Driver Blended Learning Model; such a pedagogical approach exposes the L2 learner to a more involved and effective way of understanding how to avoid imposing an unfamiliar accent upon the target language. Consequently, we see a merger of online practical exercises and exposure to uploaded multimodal texts and native speakers' spoken data (audio-visual recordings/voice notes) with scheduled direct classroom interludes. Findings confirm that exploiting such a hybrid model enhances students' cognitive abilities and retentive capacity regarding English pronunciation. Such digital audio-visual tools are paramount phonetic strategies for learning how to avoid unacceptable phonetic alterations. Thus, we see the effectiveness of integrating the Telegram app into the traditional brick-and-mortar educational method in handling problems associated with speech sound production and second-language phonological interference.

Cultural Analysis of Persian Proverbs Including 'EYE' as Sensory Organ and 'SEE' as Perception Verb

2024-02-29T23:11:37+00:00

This study investigates how much the sensory body organ ‘eye’ is linked to the corresponding perception verb ‘see’ in Persian embodiment proverbs. It aimed to provide a quantitative and qualitative analysis of the Persian proverbs and their equivalents in English. This research utilized the conceptual metaphor theory proposed by Lakoff and Johnson. Data were collected from the Persian Dictionary of Proverbs and were analyzed to determine the frequency, speech act functions, and framing in these proverbs. Data analysis revealed that Persian proverbs are framed more around gain-framing and loss-framing rather than avoidance-framing. Most Persian proverbs function as statements and complaints rather than advice or warnings. The results showed that proverbs involving 'eye' and 'see,' surpassed others related to ‘eye’ and ‘blind’, and the frequency number of the perception verb ‘see’ was more than the sensory body organ ‘eye’. Finally, despite variations in the use of different words that are used with eye or see in a single proverb, this study concludes that the ‘eye’ is more used with its allocated perception verb ‘see’. However, the perception verb ‘see’ is never used with ‘blind’, but ‘eye’ is often used with ‘blind’.

Foreign Language Anxiety in Education

2024-02-28T13:31:23+00:00

Foreign Language Anxiety (FLA) poses a pervasive challenge for language learners venturing into the acquisition of a new language. Manifesting as heightened fear and anxiety, it significantly impacts the learning process. This comprehensive review aims to explore the origins, consequences, and aftermath of FLA, encompassing both traditional in-person learning and the virtual realm of online education, i.e., within the context of modern educational approaches, including distance and online learning. The narrative navigates the intricate interplay between anxiety and language acquisition, underscoring the pressing need for additional empirical evidence. The study emphasizes elucidating the origins and consequences of FLA and its impact on language learners in diverse educational settings. Highlighting the urgent requirement for empirical evidence, the review provides essential guidance for the development of holistic methods to nurture and support language learners as they progress toward linguistic proficiency. Finally, the review concludes by offering recommendations for future research endeavors pertaining to FLA.

Illocutionary Speech Acts in The Short Movie “The Translator”: Pragmatic Study

2024-02-29T23:15:53+00:00

Speech acts are a rich category with several pragmatic phenomena that can be studied. The aims of this research are (i) to investigate the types of illocutionary acts and (ii) its functions of illocutionary acts in the short movie “The Translator”. This study used Searle's theory to classified the types of illocutionary act and Leech’s theory to classified the functions of illocutinary. The research method that researchers used was a qualitative descriptive method, because this research seeks to describe data objectively based on the data or facts found. The findings of this study indicated that (i) found 5 types of illocutionary speech acts in inter-player conversations in The Translator short movie, There are 4 assertive illocutionary data, 9 directive data, 13 expressive data, and 1 declarative data, so that the total number of data in the illocutionary type short film “The Translator” is 27 data, (ii) found 4 illocutionary functions in inter-player conversations in The Translator short movie, there are competitive functions is 5 data, convivial is 4 data, collaborative is 1 data and conflictive is 2 data.

Augmented Reality in 4D Flashcard: The Effects in Teaching Speaking Skill

2024-02-29T11:36:39+00:00

The use of augmented reality of 4D flashcard is one of the media that supports teaching English, especially in speaking skills, it can also increase students' confidence and interest in learning. The purpose of this study was to determine whether the use of augmented reality in 4D flashcard can improve students ' speaking skills. This study used a pre-experimental method with one group pre-test and post-test design. The sample of this study was Class XI MIPA 3 consisting of 34 people with classroom random sampling techniques. This research instrument was a test of speaking skills. The results of this study showed that there was an increase in the students’ average score. The pre-test score of students (55.37) is greater than the post-test (71.03). In the significance level p (5%) and T-test value of 2.03 is greater than T-table 16.46 (2.03 ° 16.46). Thus, it can be concluded that the use of augmented reality of 4D flashcard students were able to improve students’ speaking skills. So, the null hypothesis (H0) is rejected, and the alternative hypothesis (Ha) is accepted.

Ms. Marvel: Marvel’s New Model of Islam’s Representation in Popular Culture

2024-03-03T13:29:30+00:00

This research aims to examine the Ms. Marvel (2022) film series as Marvel's new model in representing Islam throughout popular culture's advancement. Ms. Marvel, known as Kamala Khan, is the first Muslim superheroine character to have her own series at Marvel. This research investigates how the creation and development of this character reflects an invention in the representation of religion and diversity in an entertainment industry that is generally dominated by Western narratives. The research method employed a descriptive qualitative analysis utilizing a cultural studies approach to discern Islam’s representation in Ms. Marvel (2022). Supported by representation and ideology theories, this research would not only examine the impact of Ms. Marvel's character on the general perception of Islam in popular culture but also analyze how the entertainment industry in its entirety may serve as a means to construct a more inclusive perception of religious diversity. The results of this research are intended to offer deeper insights into characters' roles such as Ms. Marvel in reimagining representations of Islam in popular culture and to contribute towards readers' comprehension of the entertainment industry's power through inclusive narratives. Therefore, Ms. Marvel as Marvel's new model in representing Islam may change the negative stereotypes and people's perceptions of Islam.

Deixis Analysis on Oxford University E-mail Messages

2024-03-05T11:08:36+00:00

Deixis is essential to creating effective communication. This research aimed (i) to determine the number of each type of deixis contained within E-mails from Oxford University Publications Office and (ii) the meanings contained there in. This research used qualitative descriptive method. The basic theory used by researchers is the theory of Yule. Yule described deixis as divided into 3, namely person, spatial, and temporal.The data used in this study came from one of the sources who received an E-mail from Oxford University and interview data. The result of the research was there are 2 types of deixis in E-mail, namely person deixis and spatial deixis. In person deixis was found 29 data with 3 forms of pronouns, namely You, Your, We, Our, Us, Their, and It. In spatial deixis was found 3 data with 2 forms, namely below and this. From the interview data, the researchers found that the language used in international campuses generally easy to comprehend, particularly noting the helpfulness of deixis in grasping message meanings, albeit sometimes requiring repeated reading for full understanding, with messages from Oxford University being notably straightforward.

Individual Learning Plan (ILP) Effectiveness: EFL Islamic Students’ Writing Skill Enhancement

2024-03-06T13:50:55+00:00

This study investigates the efficacy of implementing Individual Learning Plan (ILP) to enhance the writing skills of eleventh-grade students at MAS, (Madrasah Aliyah Swasta) Guppi Mamuju, an Islamic private senior high school in West Sulawesi, Indonesia. Conducted through a pre-experimental approach, the research population comprised eleventh-grade students from MAS Guppi Mamuju, totaling one class. Utilizing total sampling, one experimental class of eight students was selected. The study employed a writing test as the primary research instrument, assessing various aspects including content, organization, vocabulary, language use, and mechanics using Jacobs' scoring scale. Data analysis was conducted using Microsoft Excel's Automatic Data Analysis tool. The results indicated a notable improvement in students' writing ability following the implementation of ILP, as evidenced by the significant increase in mean scores from the pre-test (57.00) to the post-test (70.63), with a range of 13.37 points. Statistical analysis using the t-test supported the rejection of the Null Hypothesis (H0) and acceptance of the Alternative Hypothesis (H1). In conclusion, the integration of ILP effectively enhanced the writing skills of eleventh-grade students at MAS Guppi Mamuju.

Learning Speaking English on YouTube Videos: A Study on Students’ Perception

2024-03-25T10:57:21+00:00

Media is essential to support learning activities, as they can capture the students’ attention when the learning process takes place. YouTube is one of the media that the students can pick anytime, especially for learning speaking. Therefore, the aim of this research is trying to explore the students’ perception on the use of YouTube Videos in learning speaking. This research uses a mixed-method design, and the data are collected using questionnaire and an interview. 30 students from public speaking course participated to fill out the questionnaire; 10 of them are interviewed to gain deeper information. After analysing the data using Likert Scale, the results shows that the students’ perception on the use of YouTube is significantly positive toward their learning. Based on the mean score, their opinion and interpretation about using YouTube videos are in good category or (4,22) and (4,13). From the interview, the result reinforces their exciting and enthusiasm in learning using YouTube videos. It means YouTube videos is favorable for learning particularly English speaking.

Guidance and Counseling Study Program Students’ Perception towards Bahasa Inggris Course

2024-03-27T15:08:15+00:00

The research objective was to find out, to analyze and to describe guidance and counseling study program students’ perception towards Bahasa Inggris course learnt. Type of the research was quantitative descriptive analysis. The number of research participants was 45 students. The method used in collecting and analyzing data was by using quantitative approach and descriptive analysis which was presented by a variety of means and Likert Scale, collected through instrument that was questionnaire distributed to students with 25 statements. As research finding, students’ perception towards Bahasa Inggris course was ‘disagree’ with the obtained grand mean was 1.907 scored range 1.81-2.60 of Likert Scale. The finding was supported by the frequency of highest dominant scale was neutral which was more than a half of 25 statements and the choice of statements described students’ readiness was unprepared that were caused by two factors, either internally and externally. In conclusions, students’ perception indicates negative since most of students chose ‘neutral and disagree’ scales if it was compared to ‘strongly agree and agree’ scales towards the statements about Bahasa Inggris course.

Pronunciation Ability Improvement by Resso Application at The Parepare Senior High School Students

2024-04-04T13:40:00+00:00

This research was aimed to find out the improvement of students’ pronunciation ability. This research applied quantitative approach and used quasi experimental design. The population was taken from the second-grade students of SMA Negeri 2 Parepare. The samples in this research were 72 students of experimental and control class. The researcher analyzed the data used t-test formula. The result of the research showed that the English songs technique can improve students’ pronunciation. The mean score of experimental class is 89.72 and the mean score of control class is 54.027. It means that the mean score of experimental class is higher than control class. For the level significant (ɑ) 5% and df = 34 and the value of table is 1,697 while the value of t-test 22,54. It means that the t-test value was greater that t-table value 1,697 table (22,54 ≥ 1.697). On the other word, (Ha) was accepted and (H0) was rejected. It can be concluded that there is a significant difference between students’ pronunciation ability that were taught through Resso’s English song and students who were not taught trough Resso’s English song at SMA Negeri 2 Parepare. It can be underlined that the usage Resso Application gives a great contribution in teaching and learning process on the students’ pronunciation improvement because Resso Application has a good effect. It becomes important for the teachers to increase and develop students’ pronunciation ability.

Analysis of Differences in Students' Thinking Styles on Reading Comprehension of the Third Semester Students at IAIN Parepare

2024-04-17T11:47:19+00:00

The aims of this study were to find out the thinking styles of the third semester students of English Education at IAIN Parepare. It is also to know the type of dominant thinking style possessed by the third semester students of the IAIN Parepare English Study Program. This research has significance for teachers, students and future researchers. This study uses a quantitative descriptive. The research sample was 20 Semester III students of the English Education Program at IAIN Parepare. The instruments used were questionnaires and quantitative analysis. The results of the data show that the thinking style of the third semester students of English Education at IAIN Parepare refers to the indicators showing the chosen global style of 28.74% with a focus on general reading texts. Local style is 29.45 % by paying attention to details and specific information on reading texts, external style is 19.52% by collaborating with other people in answering reading tests. Internal style is 22.29 % by preferring to rely on personal activities in reading. The dominant type of thinking style possessed by third semester students of the English Language Study Program IAIN Parepare refers to indicators showing that local style becomes the dominant thinking style by paying attention to details, solving problems by following certain rules, preferring to do reading assignments. projects and implement their own ideas. Evidenced by the dominant score with 29.45 %.