Scope : Journal of English Language Teaching
ðŸ“¢ Pemberitahuan Penting Penyerahan naskah baru (New Submission) kini dialihkan ke laman baru. Silakan mengakses https://newjournal.lppmunindra.ac.id untuk proses pengiriman naskah dan informasi terkini. Terima kasih atas perhatian dan kerja sama Bapak/Ibu. Salam hangat dari kami. Initials Abbreviation DOI ISSN (Print) ISSN (Online) Editor-in-Chief Managing Editor SJELT j.Engl.lang.teach. Prefix 10.30998 by 2541-0326 2541-0334 Doni Anggoro A. S., M.Pd. 1. Dr. Ira Miranti, S.S., M.Hum. 2. Puji Anto, M.Pd. Subjects Area 1. Education 2. Linguistics 3. Literature 4. Translation First Published Frequency Publisher City Country Latitude Longitude Contact Accreditation Status September 2016 (On Going) Biannually (March & September) Universitas Indraprasta PGRI Jakarta Indonesia -6.2979 106.8502 scope.journal25@gmail.com Sinta 3
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Collaborative Strategic Reading (CSR): Its Impact on Students' Reading Comprehension
The study intends to examine the efficacy of Collaborative Strategic Reading (CSR) in improving students' reading comprehension. This study employed a quantitative research methodology, namely a quasi-experimental design. The study included of 27 students in the experimental class and 24 students in the control class of the English Literature department at a private college in Jakarta. The researchers utilized a multiple-choice reading assessment to gather data for this inquiry. The results suggest that the use of collaborative strategic reading processes has a substantial influence on students' capacity to understand textual content. At a significance level of <0.05 (0.000 <0.05), the null hypothesis (H0) is rejected, indicating a statistically significant disparity in reading comprehension between the experimental class and the control class. By enhancing the quality of learning and improving reading results, collaboration is a crucial component of the teaching and learning process for the reading class.
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The Effectiveness of Multilingualism at Tourism Brochure: A Sociopragmatics Study
Language research in the tourism sector has not been widely conducted, especially on the effectiveness of the use of multilingualism with 3 languages (Madurese, English, and Indonesian). This research using quantitative descriptive methods to investigate the effectiveness of multilingualism in tourism brochures in Bangkalan, Madura. This study used a questionnare as instrument which was given randomly to respondents. There were 132 respondents who filled out the questionnaire in September 2024. This study used a sociopragmatic approach to see the reader’s response regarding the use of multilingualism in tourism brochures that focused on the use of language in the community through the EPIC model (Empathy, Persuasion, Impact, and Communication). The results of data processing on the questionnaire given showed that the EPIC rate model score was 3.935 in the effective category. This findings found of multilingualism in digital tourism brochures is considered effective as a tourism promotion media. Not only that, the contribution of the use of multilingualism in digital tourism brochures is 78.85% with an effectiveness level in the effective category. These results indicate that the category of multilingualism use in tourism brochures is effective in attracting tourists to visit Bangkalan. The implications of this study indicate that tourism brochures written using certain language variations can be applied to attract tourists to visit a tourist attraction so that an understanding is needed regarding the selection of interesting words and effective language in making advertisements in tourism brochures in Bangkalan, Madura.
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Bridging Tradition and Modernity: English Language Instruction in Indonesian Pesantren for Global and Da’wah Purposes
This literary study investigates the methods of teaching English employed in Islamic boarding schools, known as pesantren, in Indonesia. It examines traditional and modern approaches to English language instruction, drawing on data from previous studies in the field. This study used descriptive qualitative method with literature review approach. Data were collected by conducting a comprehensive searching on Google Scholar using keywords “ICT”, “English”, and “Pesantren”. There are 17 articles from national and international journals as data for this research. Articles were selected based on their focus on English language teaching in pesantren, incorporation of technology in language instruction, and discussions on traditional methods. Additionally, studies from the past ten years were prioritized to ensure the research reflects current trends in educational practices. The selected articles included both qualitative and quantitative research, providing a broad perspective on the topic. By comparing these methodologies, the research highlights their respective challenges and advantages, revealing that the primary purpose of English instruction in pesantren is aligned with da’wah (Islamic missionary work). The findings of this research suggest that while modern methods, often involving technology, are gaining traction, traditional approaches remain prevalent, each serving distinct educational, and cultural objectives within the context of Indonesian Islamic education.
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Using the Merdeka Curriculum for English Language Instruction
This research explores the application of the Merdeka Curriculum to the teaching of English at SMAN 1 Cilegon and SMAN 2 Krakatau Steel Cilegon. Using a qualitative descriptive method proposed by Creswell, the study investigates teaching planning, material development, instructional strategies, and student achievement. Data obtained through observation and in- depth interview. The findings reveal essential aspects of the implementation: Firstly, teachers meticulously design lesson plans based on differentiated learning principles. They thoroughly understand Learning Outcomes (CP), formulate corresponding Learning Objectives (TP), and create Learning Objectives Flows (ATP) to establish a logical teaching sequence. This planning aims to create an inclusive and effective learning environment catering to diverse student needs. Secondly, English teaching materials in the Merdeka Curriculum emphasize varied content, including the use of technology and the internet as crucial information sources. Active student engagement is encouraged through diverse media, and teachers adapt strategies for complex materials. Additionally, teachers customize learning materials and employ strategies like Jigsaw and project-based learning to meet students' diverse needs. Both schools prioritize initial and final assessments to gauge prior knowledge and track progress, promoting tailored teaching. Finally, students in both schools show progress, notably in speaking and writing skills, with the Merdeka curriculum. The inclusion of project-based learning, specifically the P5 project, distinguishes the Merdeka curriculum and captivates students. This research has implications about practical Merdeka Curriculum implementation in English instruction, offering guidance for teachers and institutions in optimizing the curriculum for diverse student populations.
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The Effectiveness of Teacher Learning to Improve Teaching Capability in The Society 5.0 Era : an Epistemological Perspective
The purpose of writing this article is to identify the effectiveness of teacher learning in an effort to increase teachers' abilities in teaching with the demands of learning in the Society 5.0 era by the epistemological perspective. The method used in this article is Literature or Library study. Education faced in the Society 5.0 era emphasizes the integration of technology and artificial intelligence. From an epistemological point of view, the article highlights the transformation of the concepts of knowledge and learning. The concepts of personalized learning, creativity and the use of technology are the main topics of discussion in improving teachers' abilities to facilitate learning that relate to the demands of Society 5.0 by considering the epistemological perspective. In order to improve teachers’ capabilities, they need to be continuous and sustainable professional development, with a focus on mastering technology and learning strategies that are in accordance with the new learning paradigm. Teachers are also expected to be active learners, engaging in ongoing reflection on their teaching practice. In addition, the effectiveness of learning in improving teachers' abilities in the Society 5.0 era requires a shift in the learning paradigm which is supported by the epistemological views of constructivism and empiricism, where teachers act as facilitators who encourage students to be active in constructing their own knowledge. It is hoped that the efforts described above will encourage the need to adapt to changes in the learning environment which is increasingly integrated with technology and illustrate the importance of the role of teachers as agents of learning that continues to develop.
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The Correlation between Students’ Reading Motivation and Reading Habit on Their Reading Comprehension
This study analyzed the correlation between students' reading motivation and reading habits on their reading comprehension. This study used survey research methods with correlation techniques. The subject of this study was senior high school students in Surabaya. In collecting the data, the instruments used in this study were questionnaires and tests. The students' reading motivation and reading habit score was taken from the questionnaire using Google form, whereas the reading comprehension was taken from the reading test using multiple choices. The study used multiple linear regression analysis. Based on the result of the data analysis, there was a significant correlation between reading motivation and reading comprehension with a p-value of 0.030 < 0.05, and the tcount value was 2.199 > ttable 1.97960. In addition, there was no correlation between reading habits and reading comprehension because the significance value was 0.707 > 0.05, and the tcount value was 0.377 < ttable 1.97960. However, when analyzed simultaneously, the p-value was 0.031 < 0.05, and the Fcount value was 3.586 > Ftable 3.07. Thus, the correlation between reading motivation and reading habits was significant to reading comprehension. Although, the correlation between the variables was categorized as low because students' reading motivation and reading habits are not the only aspects that influence their reading comprehension. Therefore, further research can analyze students' reading comprehension with other variables.
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The Correlation Among Students' Motivation, Self-Regulated Learning, and English Academic Performance of Non-English Major Students of Private University in Samarinda
The purpose of this research was to investigate the correlation between students' motivation and English academic performance, the correlation between students' self-regulated learning and English academic performance, and the correlation between students' motivation and self-regulated learning together toward English academic performance at an East Kalimantan private university. The first semester of non-English students, a total of 276 students, was the subject of study. The information was gathered using a set of questionnaires adopted from (Pintrich & Groot, 1989). The instruments included a questionnaire for collecting data on students’ motivation and self-regulated learning strategy, as well as documented results of students’ English performance, obtained from the averages of their English Mid-term and Final Exam. The data were analyzed using multiple regression analysis and simple correlations utilizing Pearson Product Moment Correlation. The results showed that: 1) There was a slight significant correlation between students’ motivation and English academic performance 2) There was no significant correlation between students’ self-regulated learning strategies and English academic performance 3). There was no correlation among the motivation and self-regulated learning strategies towards students’ English academic performance.
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Students’ Perceptions and Acceptance Towards Busuu Application in Learning English
This study aims to find students' perceptions and acceptance of using the Busuu application to learn English. This study used a mixed methods design with 82 students as participants. Data were collected through closed-ended questionnaires and structured interviews. Data analysis used the Likert scale and three-stage analysis from Miles and Huberman. The results showed that students had a positive response and acceptance of the Busuu application, with an overall average percentage index of 80.4% for student perceptions and 88.0% for student acceptance. The findings indicated that students found the app easy to operate, comfortable to use, and an effective learning medium for improving English language skills. The app was also perceived as an effective learning tool with easy-to-understand English materials and features that can be used anywhere and anytime. This study concluded that the Busuu app was effective for learning English and provided a fun and engaging learning experience.
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Students Perception On Mike the Chameleon Tiktok for Speaking Skill
In learning English language especially speaking skill, teachers must use media to support students' learning so they can better enjoy and understand what is being said. This research aimed to identify the students’ perception on Mike the Chameleon Tiktok videos for speaking skill. In this study, researcher used qualitative descriptive. Next, the researcher used observation and interview to collect the data. 5 students as participants in one of the English course at city of Serang Banten. Data analysis followed Miles, Huberman, and Saldana's (2014) steps: data reduction, display, and conclusion. NVivo 14 software was also used in the analysis. The results of TikTok videos featuring Mike the Chameleon highlighted positive outcomes and some challenges. Students were more engaged and enjoyed the interactive nature of the videos, especially the duet feature and pronunciation exercises. Interviews showed that Mike’s approach was interactive and enjoyable, though accessibility for non-English speakers could be improved. Participants valued the combination of interactive content and repetitive exercises, which boosted their fluency, vocabulary, and confidence. Exposure to native pronunciation helped them sound more natural in English. NVivo analysis confirmed these findings, with "practicing" as the most mentioned term, emphasizing the importance of practice in the learning process, along with other terms like "interesting," "confidence," and "interactive.”
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Developing Students’ Vocabulary by Using Build-A-Sentence: Teachers’ Perspective
Vocabulary acquisition is crucial for students' academic success, yet many students struggle to expand their word knowledge, which negatively impacts literacy skills. To address this challenge, the Build-A-Sentence instructional technique encourages students to create unique, grammatically accurate sentences using new vocabulary words. This qualitative study employed semi-structured interviews with ten literacy teachers from SDIT Nurul Ilmi and SMPIT Nurul Ilmi Schools to explore their perspectives on implementing this technique. Using inductive thematic analysis, researchers systematically coded and categorized interview data to identify emerging themes and insights. The analysis revealed several key findings: teachers perceived the method as beneficial for fostering intrinsic motivation and student ownership of learning. The generative sentence construction process was viewed as promoting vocabulary retention through deeper cognitive processing. However, the study also uncovered challenges, including difficulties in managing high student error rates and providing sufficient individual feedback during writing assignments. Teachers recommended scaffolding the technique through modeled samples, templates, and targeted small group instruction to mitigate monitoring challenges. The research contributes valuable insights into the strengths, barriers, and best practices of implementing the Build-A-Sentence approach. By highlighting its potential to enhance vocabulary growth, the study offers guidance for developing more effective vocabulary teaching strategies essential for improving literacy and comprehension.
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Enhancing Students’ Linguistic by Using Colourful Semantics Game
This research aimed to enhance students' writing skills by incorporating colorful semantics. The primary objectives were to improve sentence construction among pupils and to enhance the researcher's teaching methods in sentence construction. The study involved 28 students (12 males and 16 females) at elementary school in Kotapinang. Data collection included pre- and post-writing tests, student work, and the teacher's reflective journal. The researcher introduced colorful semantics following the sequence of 'who,' 'what doing,' 'what,' and 'where.' The findings revealed that colorful semantics significantly contributed to students' sentence construction by improving their understanding of words in each sentence part and facilitating correct sentence order. The pre- and post-intervention language measures were analyzed quantitatively, including the comparison of means and standard deviations at a group level and the change in the test scores at an individual level. The statistical significance of the difference in scores post-intervention was analyzed via paired t-tests (SPSS).
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Exploring the Use of Semantic Mapping in English Language Teaching Classroom
The study examined the efficacy of employing semantic mapping as a method for comprehending and enhancing students' vocabulary proficiency. This study was conducted at SMA Swasta Al-Fattah Medan in the tenth grade students. This study investigates the implementation of semantic mapping as a vocabulary instruction strategy in English language teaching classrooms at the senior high school level, specifically focusing on Grade X students. Using a qualitative research design, the study explores both teacher implementation practices and student perceptions of semantic mapping through classroom observations, semi-structured interviews, and document analysis. Data were collected from three English teachers and their respective classes over one semester. The findings reveal that students demonstrate positive perceptions toward semantic mapping, with the majority reporting enhanced comprehension and vocabulary retention. Analysis of student responses indicates that semantic mapping facilitates vocabulary acquisition by creating meaningful connections between words and promoting higher cognitive engagement. The research also identifies successful implementation strategies and challenges faced by teachers, including time management and varying student participation levels. The study concludes that semantic mapping is an effective instructional tool that not only improves vocabulary acquisition but also increases student engagement and motivation in English language learning. These findings contribute to the understanding of effective vocabulary instruction methods in English language teaching and provide practical insights for educators implementing semantic mapping in their classrooms.
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Classroom Management and Demonstrating in Giving Feedback in EFL Class Workshop for English Teachers Professional Development
This study investigated the impact of workshops on classroom management and feedback strategies in teaching English as a Foreign Language (EFL). The main issue addressed was the challenge of inconsistent classroom management and ineffective feedback methods, which affected student engagement and academic achievement. This study aimed to understand how professional development could enhance teachers’ instructional practices. Using a narrative inquiry methodology, data were collected through questionnaires and in-depth interviews. The questionnaire employed a Likert scale to measure teachers' perceptions, while interviews provided deeper insights into their experiences. Data were analyzed using narrative analysis to identify key patterns and themes. Triangulation was conducted by cross-checking participants' responses to ensure the validity of findings. The results indicated that the workshop positively transformed teachers’ feedback methods, making them more targeted, meaningful, and student-centered. In terms of classroom management, the most effective strategies included setting clear expectations, fostering positive relationships, engaging students through interactive activities, and maintaining consistent discipline. This study provided new insights into how workshops addressed common challenges in EFL teaching and highlighted the importance of continuous professional development. The findings offered recommendations for improving workshop design and curriculum development to support the ongoing growth of English teachers in Indonesia.
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The English VS Non-English Leaning Strategies Used by The Students In Learning English: A Survey On International Classroom in One Public University in Indonesia
Learning is the process of acquiring knowledge and knowledge, mastery, skills and character, as well as the formation of attitudes and beliefs in students. To achieve the goals of learning, various kinds of learning techniques, methods, and strategies can be used in the classroom this research was conducted to investigate what kind of learning strategies used by the English students and non-English students from international classroom in learning English. This study was conducted by using survey design and the data was collected in one public university in Jambi Province, Indonesia. There were 44 students consisting 20 students from non-English department and 24 students from English department. There were the differences found between strategy used by English department students and non-English department students. From the result metacognitive which became the most highly use strategy by non-English department students tend to used metacognitive strategies. However, students from English department used social strategies as their learning strategies it is important for language learners to know what learning strategies suit them. Because every student has a difference learning strategies in learning English. However, there are other factors that influence the success of students in learning languages, such as motivation, gender, learning style, language teaching method and others. This is a suggestion for future researchers to conduct research related to this matter.
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Online Hate Speech Targeting Celebrities: An Analysis of Hailey Bieber's Instagram Posts
Nowadays, social media has become an important and popular communication platform in society. However, many people do not use their social media properly, especially in commenting on social media. Hate speech is one of the bad phenomena of using the social media. Hate speech can be in the form of ridicules, body shaming, satire, hoaxes, and dishonorable act. The aim of this research is to find out the types of hate speech and how the hate speech is performed in social media. The object of this study is from the comment section of Hailey Bieber’s Instagram account. This research used descriptive qualitative methods to analyze hate speeches. The Instagram posts is taken from Hailey Bieber’s Instagram account posted on April 25th, 2023. The data was analyzed based on the concept of Hate Speech as stated in Indonesia Police Head of Chief Circular Number SE/6/X/2015. The results of this research found 22 data of the hate speech that consist of 5 types of hate speech such as insulting, provoking, body shaming, spread hoaxes, and unpleasant act.
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A Study on the Relationship Between Students' Motivation and Their Listening and Reading Comprehension
Effective language learning requires a variety of traits, but three things are absolutely necessary: motivation, listening comprehension, and reading comprehension. This study investigates the complex relationships between the motivation of senior high school students and their comprehension of reading and listening. The goal of the study is to determine whether there is a substantial correlation between students' motivation to read and listen comprehension and their actual reading and comprehension scores. To do this, a quantitative research approach employs surveys and standardized reading and listening comprehension exams. A random selection of fifty senior high school pupils was made from one of Bontang's private schools. Through data analysis using Pearson's correlation coefficient, the direction and strength of the relationship between motivation and listening and reading comprehension were determined. The findings show that while reading comprehension and listening comprehension have a strong link, students' motivation for listening and reading comprehension does not have a significant influence.
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Teachers’ Strategies to Develop English Learning Interest of Bilingual Boarding School Students
The purpose of this study is to find out the teachers' strategies in developing students' interest towards learning English as a foreign language at the eighth-grade students of a boarding school in Bandung. This research uses a qualitative descriptive method. The sample in this study was 30 eighth-grade students and 1 English teacher. In collecting data, the researcher used questionnaires given to students, English teacher interviews, and documentation. The findings in this study revealed that: 1) Eighth-grade students at the boarding school have a high interest in English; 2) Before starting the lesson, the teacher has prepared a lesson plan for one semester, and the teacher also makes a class agreement; 3) In learning activities in the classroom, teachers and students are active because the teacher also asks more questions and requires students to speak English; 4) The English teaching method used by the eighth-grade English teacher uses several methods, such as lectures method, discussion, question and answer, demonstration, and others. The teacher uses different methods every day so that students do not feel bored while learning. Furthermore, the teachers use ICT media such as quizizz, Kahoot! and others to make learning more fun and easier for students to understand.
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Problem-Based Learning Worksheets to Improve Concept Understanding Skills of Sixth-Grade Elementary School Students
This research is motivated by the lack of skills in understanding mathematical concepts among sixth-grade elementary school students. This study aims to develop Problem-Based Learning worksheets to improve the concept understanding skills of sixth-grade elementary school students. The research subjects are 30 sixth-grade students at SDN 2 Sido Binangun. The development stages of the method used in this research are Research and Development (R&D) with the ADDIE model. The instruments used in this research are validation sheets, student response questionnaires, and teacher response questionnaires. The research data consists of questionnaire results, the feasibility of the worksheets, and the responses of students and teachers, which are analyzed qualitatively and descriptively based on score criteria. The results show that Problem-Based Learning worksheets can improve students' concept understanding with an N-Gain of 0.63. Therefore, it can be concluded that Problem-Based Learning worksheets can enhance the concept-understanding skills of sixth-grade elementary school students.
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Exploring Indonesian EFL Teacher’s Strategies in Teaching English to Young Learners
This study aims to explore and analyse a teacher’s strategies that a teacher already implemented and used in teaching English Foreign language to young learners and why the strategies are implemented by teacher. The study utilized descriptive qualitative research where the writers wanted to describe the phenomena that occurred. The research participants areseven EFL teachers in North Sumatra, Indonesia, in collecting the data, the writer used instruments such as interview and documentation to get more detailed interpretations. Otherwise, collecting the data Analysing the data, the researchers genuinely analyze the all the information required through (A) Reduction, (B) Data display, and (C) Validating conclusions. In the research findings, the researchers encountered the teachers teaching strategies in teaching English to young learners are: (a) technology integration (b) story telling (c) communicative classroom environment. Next, the reasons for the strategies implemented by the teacher in the way they are because the teacher believed Creating teaching and learning with variation impactful and effective strategies will enhance students' outstanding self-enthusiasm atmosphere in learning English by happiness, un stressful, and cheerfulness to the students with Elaborating their learning into educational games and jokes.
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Translation of the Military Terms in The Book “Art of War by Sun Zi”
This study examines the translation of military terms in the classic Chinese book "Art of War by Sun Zi" from Mandarin Chinese into Indonesian. The focus of this research is to evaluate the accuracy, acceptability, and readability of the translation. The evaluation method is based on a theoretical framework that considers accuracy reflecting the correspondence between the original text and its translation, acceptability referring to the norms and rules of the target language, and readability assessing the ease of understanding the translated text. The results of this study are expected to provide a deeper understanding of the challenges in transferring cultural values and thoughts from the source language to the target language, particularly in the context of classical military literature. The findings indicate that first, the assessment of translation quality yields a comprehensive evaluation of the translation work. Second, the quality of the "Art of War by Sun Zi" translation in terms of accuracy, the translation achieves 22.45% accuracy, 18.37% moderate accuracy, and 21.43% inaccuracy. Regarding acceptability, 24.49% of translations were deemed acceptable, 18.37% moderately acceptable, and 15.31% not acceptable. In terms of readability, high readability was achieved at 47.96%, moderate readability at 12.24%, and low readability at 7.14%.
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Figurative Language Analysis of Taylor Swift’s Song Lyrics in 1989 Album
This research aims to investigate the use of the most dominant types of figurative language in Taylor Swift’s “1989” album. This research uses a descriptive qualitative method. It means that researchers collect the data by repeat to listen to the songs, analyze the data based on the theory chosen, and interpret the data through song lyrics analysis. The researchers choose Taylor Swift album as the object to be analyzed because the lyrics determined of figurative language used. From the analysis taken by researchers show that the song lyrics in the Taylor Swift album “1989” are dominated by Imagery (22,72%), followed by Metaphor (21,58%), Symbolism (17,04%), Hyperbole (9,09%), Personification (7,95%), Repetition (7,95%), Alliteration (5,28), Simile (4,55%), Irony (1,13%), Oxymoron (1,13%). Through the literary devices used in Taylor Swift’s “1989” album, it provides a creative, imaginative, and expressive narrative to convey a feeling and message in the song lyrics. So that listeners can figure out the meaning in the song lyrics in the album “1989”.
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Balancing Workload and Thesis Guidance: How Supervisors Provide Effective Feedback to Students
Workload affected the supervisors in giving feedback during thesis supervision and gave the impacts to the students’ process in completing their thesis. This research focused on finding out the strategy to ensure giving feedback during thesis supervision alongside the heavy workload. A case study research design was employed and three supervisors of graduate thesis of English Language Education in one of public universities in Malang, East Java, Indonesia were involved in this research. To collect the data, partially structured interviews were used. The data collected was analyzed systematically. It was found that some strategies were proposed by the participants. The strategies included holding face-to-face meetings, conducting virtual meetings, establishing consultation regulations, sending theses via email, scheduling specific times for providing feedback, and requesting students to provide reminder.
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Students’ Responses to the Use of BookTok in Vocabulary Mastery
Mastery of vocabulary is a golden path for someone learning a language, especially English as a foreign language. A large vocabulary can make it easier for students to master other English language skills. It is important for teachers to provide media or methods that are effective and appropriate for their students. Not only teachers but students must consciously always try to develop their vocabulary and most importantly they like the media so that when they implement it they will be happy and enthusiastic to apply it in their daily lives, especially in studying English which is a difficult subject for student. BookTok is considered the right medium to improve English vocabulary. Appropriate media influences the student learning process because it can motivate students' desire to continue learning and developing. The aim of this research is to find out what the use of BookTok is like and how students respond to the use of BookTok in English vocabulary mastery. This research uses qualitative methods with instruments in the form of interview observations and documentation to collect data. The research results show that using BookTok is suitable for digital generation students such as An-Namirah English Course students. BookTok is a unique medium and is rarely used in learning English. BookTok is very effective in vocabulary improvement. Since this study limited to the students’ responses only, and BookTok is kindly new to students, for suggestion, it is better making it familiar and exploit the student’s activities to the fullest while using it in particular English language classroom to gain various and better results.
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Students Perceived Usefulness and Ease of Use on Quizizz in EFL Classroom
An educational portal called Quizizz provides a variety of resources to enhance student engagement and make studying enjoyable. The research objective was to identify (1) students' perceptions regarding the usefulness of the Quizizz learning media applied in the EFL Classroom, (2) students' perceptions regarding the ease of use of the Quizizz learning media applied in the EFL Classroom. This research uses a quantitative method with a statistical descriptive approach which aims to determine students' perceptions regarding the use of Quizizz learning media which is often used during the teaching and learning process. The sample in this study was Pharmacy Study Program students who took the English 2 course, with a total of 52 participants. This class was chosen because it uses Quizizz learning media more in its learning process. In collecting data, a questionnaire consisting of 10 questions with 5 Likert scales will be used in this research. The result showed that the students have good perception in accepting the use of Quizizz especially in perceived usefulness and perceived ease of use. Researchers hope that this research will be useful for both teachers and students, namely to create a more conducive learning atmosphere following technological developments without ignoring the principles of usability and ease of use of this technology. The findings of this study hold significant implications for educators, policymakers, and instructional designers in EFL (English as a Foreign Language) classrooms. By examining students' perceived usefulness and ease of use regarding Quizizz, several key insights emerge that can inform teaching practices and the integration of digital tools into language learning environments
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The students’ anxiety in Learning English as a Foreign Language in Senior High School
This study investigates the anxiety levels in learning English as a foreign language among senior high school students in Indonesia, utilizing a quantitative research design namely descriptive survey method and qualitative study. A stratified random sampling method ensured a representative sample of approximately 300 students from various regions, types of schools, and grades. Data collection involved the Foreign Language Classroom Anxiety Scale (FLCAS) questionnaire, adapted for the Indonesian context, with both quantitative and qualitative data gathered. Analysis using SPSS and thematic analysis revealed significant anxiety among students, particularly regarding speaking in class, making mistakes, and understanding the teacher. Key findings include that most of the students (90%) lack self-confidence meanwhile 83% of students worry about making mistakes, and 64% feel frightened when they do not understand the teacher, with 90% experiencing physical symptoms such as trembling. Comparative self-perception also contributed to anxiety, with 82% believing their peers were more proficient. The study highlights the detrimental impact of language anxiety on students' academic performance and participation, emphasizing the need for supportive classroom environments and positive teacher interventions. Students reported using various coping strategies, such as preparation and relaxation techniques, but these were often insufficient without supportive teacher practices. The study underscores the importance of addressing language anxiety to improve English language learning outcomes, recommending that educators create non-judgmental practice opportunities and provide positive reinforcement. These findings offer valuable insights for educators and policymakers in developing strategies to support students in overcoming language learning anxiety, ultimately leading to better engagement and academic performance.
Copyright (c) 2025 Yeni Rahmawati, Elisabeth Jessica, Zaenab Faradilla http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
The Use of English Literary Works in Teaching English for Language Class
This article aims to analyze the use of literature as a popular technique for teaching both basic language skills (i.e. listening, speaking, reading and writing). The method that employed in this article was descriptive research, in which the researchers review some articles. The data were collected in text analysis by using descriptive method. The data gathered from four articles entitled (1) Developing second language reading comprehension through short story; (2) Using songs effectively to teach English to young learners; (3) Using Drama Activities; and (4) Teaching poetry: a descriptive case study of poetry unit in a classroom of urban deaf adolescent. The result shows that literary works give some benefits for students to develop language skills. Each type of literary works has certain advantages in developing students’ language skills such as reading, speaking, listening and writing. Besides, literary works also can support other language components such as vocabulary, pronunciation, spelling and so forth. Hence, it can be concluded that literary works has a great benefit to enhance students’ communication in written and spoken form for language teaching process.
Copyright (c) 2025 Nila Sari dewi, Juni Hartiwi, Sulas tri, Adhi Nurhartanto http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
An Analysis of EFL Student's Needs of a Critical Literacy Model
This study aims to analyze the needs of English as a Foreign Language (EFL) students regarding a critical literacy model. The research sought to identify gaps in current EFL curricula and determine how a critical literacy approach could enhance students' language skills and critical thinking abilities. This study employs qualitative approach. There are two kinds of instruments used to collect data. First, a needs assessment questionnaire administered to 82 undergraduate EFL students in two private universities in Yogyakarta. They were the third semester students who enrolled Critical Reading class in English Language Education Study Program. Second, semi-structured interviews conducted with 3 lecturers who handled Critical Reading classes. The study participants were selected through purposive sampling to ensure representation across different proficiency levels and academic backgrounds. The findings revealed that 78% of students expressed a strong desire for more opportunities to engage with authentic texts critically. Furthermore, 85% of instructors acknowledged the importance of integrating critical literacy skills into their teaching but cited a lack of resources and training as primary obstacles. Based on these findings, the current study would become the basis to develop a critical literacy model tailored to EFL contexts, emphasizing the need for targeted professional development for instructors and the creation of culturally relevant teaching materials.
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Negotiation Analysis of “Raya and The Last Dragon” Disney Movie
Movie as a medium of storytelling offers a rich tapestry for examining the interplay between language and non-verbal communication. The researcher analyzed ‘Raya and The Last Dragon’ Movie; an animated film produced by Walt Disney Animation Studios in 2021 which told about one last dragon which can bring back the harmony and balance to the degraded environment. This study aims to investigate clause-based speech functions and to reveal how minor and paralanguage have a significant role in the movie ‘Raya and The Last Dragon’. This research used qualitative descriptive method as a research method. The data collection of this research is conversation among the characters in movie script and clauses are the data of the research. The researchers discussed ‘Raya and The Last Dragon’ movie using Martin and Rose's (2007) theory of negotiation analysis as the framework of the research and Halliday's (2014) systemic functional linguistic approach. The research finds that the imperative speech function, used for commands, is the most dominant, serving to establish authority, manage behavior, and direct communication efficiently. Declarative statements are the most frequently used, serving to convey information, facts, and opinions, thus making character interactions clear. Furthermore, minor and paralanguage in ‘Raya and The Last Dragon’ find that calls are the most prevalent minor speech function, reflecting the intimacy or tension between characters. In terms of paralanguage, immediate compliance is most common, driven by the urgency of commands in the movie. Those speech functions are used by the characters to help the last dragon called Shisu bring back the harmony.
Copyright (c) 2025 Ananda Zulfatya Rahmah, Muhammad Hafiz Hafiz Kurniawan http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
Masters of English Study Program Curriculum Evaluation: A Review of Technology Integration inLearningProcess
The research deals with Master’s English Program Curriculum Evaluation: A Review of Technology Integration in Learning Process. The objective of the study was: (1) to explain how technology integration was implemented by all lecturers in Master’s English Program on learning process; (2) to find out the reasons why the technologies integration was implemented by some lecturers in Master’s English Program on learning process. The research was conducted by using descriptive qualitative design. The data were collected by observing and interview 6 lecturers who teach in Master of English Tadris Study Program. The data were collected through observation and interview. The technique of data analysis was interactive model. The finding of this study revealed that: (1) The integration of technology that occurs in learning is still not optimal. There are still activities that are less applied in the learning process such as the absence of interactivity and lack of student involvement in the learning process; (2) all lecturers concur on the necessity of integrating technology into the learning process, believing it facilitates a more efficient educational experience and ensures that they remain current and responsive to contemporary demands. And also, they still understand conceptually what technology integration is, but understanding in the application in learning by integrating technology is still not understood deeply.
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Enhancing Reading Abilities: Analysis of Blended Project Based Learning by Integrating Instagram and Google Classroom
In this era, education in Indonesia tends to be low compared to other countries. One of the causes of the lack of advancement of education in our country is the need for more interest in reading or literacy in students both from elementary school level to university students. This study investigates the effectiveness of Blended Project-Based Learning through the integration of Instagram and Google Classroom, employing a quasi-experimental design. The primary objective was to assess whether the Blended PBL approach leads to greater improvements in students' reading skills compared to traditional instructional methods. The research was conducted with 50 second-semester English Education Department students at UIN Malang. This study involved two groups: an experimental group that engaged in Blended PBL and a control group that followed conventional teaching practices. Reading proficiency was measured using pre-test and post-test assessments. The data analysis conducted was normality test, homogeneity, and independent sample t-test. The findings indicate a significant improvement in the reading skills of students in the experimental group, as opposed to those in the control group. These results suggest that integrating social media platforms, such as Instagram, alongside digital learning environments like Google Classroom, within a Blended Project-Based Learning framework, can substantially enhance reading comprehension in higher education contexts.
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A Study of Formative Assessment Literacy in Indonesia: Insight from Pre-Service EFL Teachers
This study examines formative assessment literacy of 100 pre-service teachers’ (PSTs henceforth) of EFL in the context of an Indonesian higher education. Adopting a mixed-method approach, this study used two research instruments, TFALS (Teacher Formative Assessment Literacy Scale) adapted from Yan and Pastore (2022) and semi-structure interviews. While quantitative data gained from the first part of the TFALS were analyzed using IBM SPSS software, qualitative data gained from the second part of the TFALS and interviews were analyzed using NVivo Software. The first finding showed that the PSTs of EFL were found to have a moderate level of formative assessment with different value in each variable; conceptional dimensions (M=3.12, SD=0.54), practical dimensions (M=2.96, SD=0.58), and socio-emotional dimensions (M=2.98, SD=0.57). The second finding revealed five major challenges faced by the PSTs of EFL when implementing formative assessment including issues relating to institutional support, teaching workload, digital literacy, students’ learning motivation, and teachers’ assessment skills and knowledge. Despite some limitation, the current study provides us with pedagogical implications including the necessity of professional trainings to help PSTs of EFL improve their formative assessment literacy.
Copyright (c) 2025 Andri Suherman, Siti Ayu Surayya, Astrid Dwimaulani, Budi Setiawan http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
Patriarchal Ideology in Indonesian Social Media: A Critical Discourse Analysis
Using Critical Discourse Analysis as a lens, this mini research study investigates how patriarchal ideology manifests itself in Indonesian social media (CDA). This study examines interactions on several social media platforms to see how patriarchal norms and values are questioned, upheld, and negotiated in the digital world. Drawing on Teun A. Van Dijk's socio-cognitive method, the study investigates language and semiotic tactics that maintain or challenge patriarchal norms. Data collection included a purposive choice of 12 comments from a TikTok video chosen for their relevance to gender discourse and ideological assumptions. Key findings from theme and socio-cognitive analysis show that social media may both dispute and perpetuate patriarchal beliefs, with dominant discourses frequently preferring traditional gender standards. These findings highlight the impact of internet platforms on gender narratives and power dynamics. This study broadens our understanding of how social media might disrupt cultural norms and emphasizes the need for more inclusive and fair online portrayals.
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The Use of Name as Self-reference in WhatsApp Chats: A Sociolinguistic Perspective
This sociolinguistic study investigates the phenomena of using names as self-references on the chats of WhatsApp. It specifically aims to figure out the social relationship where names are used for replacing first-person singular pronouns, the reasons behind the usage, as well as the ethnic backgrounds of the users. To achieve this purpose, nine participants of WhatsApp users were purposefully selected. The participants were selected because they frequently used their own names in addressing themselves when texting via WhatsApp. Based on the analyzed authentic data in Indonesian, the majority of phenomena of using names as self-references occurs mostly in communication between different social statuses. This linguistic strategy is mostly employed by an interlocutor with lower social status to the other one with higher social status. The most frequent reason for using a name as self-reference is due to the needs to establish politeness in one hand and to maintain closeness in another hand. Most of the participants who used their own names as self-references are originally from Sundanese culture. It is expected that the findings of this study provide insight into Indonesian communicative strategies in digital society including in the pedagogical context.
Copyright (c) 2025 Marsandi Manar, Nona Dwi Iin, Bobby Octavia Yuskar http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
Indonesian EFL Teachers' Technology Integration in the Shifting of Online to Offline Learning
The evolving education system has led to new habits and adaptations in technology use. This study aims to investigate the Indonesian EFL university teachers’ integration of technology in the shifting period from online to offline learning and explore preferences on teaching methods (online/offline). This study employed a phenomenological research design to discover the technology integration in the shifting period from online to face to face learning from the perspective of teachers. To collect the data, the researchers employed questionnaire and interviews by involving 30 EFL teachers teaching at several universities in Indonesia. The qualitative data were analyzed using thematic analysis to identify patterns and themes related to teachers’ technology integration and teaching preferences. Additionally, descriptive statistical analysis was applied to identify and visualize the most technological tools used during this transition. The results shows that even though the learning system return to offline learning, teachers still implemented technology in their teaching and technology habituation was still maintained in the post-pandemic period. Teachers integrated technology in three aspects: teaching preparation, teaching implementation, and teaching assessment. Furthermore, teachers’ preferences of online or offline teaching are also being investigated. The findings of this study contribute insights for education stakeholders in designing appropriate teaching systems in the post-pandemic context.
Copyright (c) 2025 Wahyu Indah Mala Rohmana http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
This study aims at analyzing borrowing words in an online newspaper, namely CNN, and to identify the types of borrowing words in it. The method works in this study is descriptive qualitative in analyzing three educational rubrics at CNN. On the basis of result of the study, there are 15,70 % of three educational rubrics online news use loan words and 84,30 % use loan blends words. In addition, there is no shift in the use of loan words in the rubrics. Loan blends consisted of instrumen, prioritas, and akses. Loan blends consisted of internet, modul and total. Cultural borrowing are words that duplicate elements that the recipient language already has in its word store. They are gratuitous- by definition, another layer on the cake, because the recipient language always has viable equivalents. This result shows that the most used loan words in education rubrics are loan word combinations and the least used are loan words.
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An Analysis of Slang Words of Song Lyrics in the Album “Emails I Can’t Send” by Sabrina Carpenter
This research entitled An Analysis of Slang Words of Song Lyrics in the Album by Sabrina Carpenter. This research aims to determine the types and meaning of slang word formation which are manifested in the formation of slang words in Sabrina Carpenter' album, 'Emails I Can’t Send'. A qualitative descriptive method based on Yule's (2017) theory was used in this research. Data collection involved documenting 13 song lyrics from Sabrina Carpenter albums. This research found that there were seven types of slang word formation in the data: blending, clipping, derivation, coinage, compounding, borrowing, and multiple process. Blending emerged as the most dominant type, accounting for 41% of all events, followed by clipping (30%), derivation (14%), coinage (6%), compounding (5%), borrowing (3%) and multiple process (1%). Meaning slang word of this album dominant make blending that is the process of combining two or more words into a new word. These slang word are used in albums to convey emotion, establish rhythmic patterns, and inspire songs.
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The Integration of ICT Literacy Skill in ELT Praxis at EFL Classrooms in Indonesia: A Systematic Literature Review
ICT Literacy skill that is included into one of the 21st century skills, is a term that is widely used to usage of information, communication and technology in all aspect of life, including in education. The rapid advancement of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has transformed educational practices across all subjects, including language education. Integrating ICT literacy into English language teaching enables students to not only acquire linguistic competencies but also essential digital skills needed for the modern world. ICT literacy skills, which encompass the ability to locate, evaluate, and use digital information, support both teachers and students in enhancing traditional learning with interactive and dynamic tools. However, limited discussions regarding to ICT usage in the EFL classroom are found in the existing literature This study aims to produce a systematic literature review on the ICT integration usage in the ELT practices of EFL classroom in Indonesia. In this systematic review, the researcher identified that the findings reported in research articles on the English education praxis published in 2015 up to 2022 whose authors mentioned the work of ICT literacy skill. After searching and screening, data were extracted from the sample of 10 articles and examined the words, statements and paragraphs signifying the descriptor ICT literacy skill mentioned in the literature review, and presentation of findings. The findings showed that the most elements being used is for learning and teaching media by implementing the ICT literacy skills in the EFL classrooms to infrastructure to bridge the gap between traditional and modern teaching methods, ensuring equitable access and effective implementation in diverse educational contexts.
Copyright (c) 2025 Rizka Patrika Rizal, Neni Nurkhamidah http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0
Insights into Reading Comprehension: A Qualitative Exploration of STAD and CIRC Learning Models among Students
This study investigates the impact of two cooperative learning models—STAD (Student Teams Achievement Divisions) and CIRC (Cooperative Integrated Reading and Composition)—on students' reading comprehension and motivation. Using a qualitative approach, the research involved observing and analyzing student interactions and engagement within these models. The results indicated that both models were effective in enhancing students’ reading comprehension; however, the effectiveness varied due to differences in how each model fosters collaboration and individual responsibility. The STAD model, with its structured team roles and competitive framework, significantly increased student motivation and engagement, as students felt accountable to their peers. On the other hand, CIRC's more flexible and interactive group discussions were beneficial but required clearer task distribution to ensure balanced participation. Students in CIRC groups showed varying levels of engagement, which impacted overall effectiveness. Despite these challenges, both models provided valuable insights into collaborative learning strategies and their potential for improving reading comprehension. The study suggests that a combination of the structured approach of STAD and the flexible interaction in CIRC may offer a more holistic solution to fostering both motivation and reading skills in students. The findings highlight the need for teachers to adapt learning models to suit the needs of their students to optimize learning outcomes.
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Overcoming Challenges: First-Year College Students Struggling with TOEFL Structure Section
English as an esteemed skill for students and served as a global standard for competitiveness. It is officially taught in Indonesian high-schools, but many first-year college students battle serious challenges when transitioning university-level English requirements, notably in the TOEFL structure section. This research seeks the difficulties experienced by 39 first-year students from various background of high-school who willing to participate in the research at a university in Madura, and had unfamiliar experiences in TOEFL previously. The document analysis conducted in this research by analyzing TOEFL Structure and Written Expression test scores and in-depth interviews. The results showed specific gaps in students’ grammar knowledge and test-taking strategies. They also struggled with adjective clauses, passive voice, and descriptive phrases. These difficulties underscore the misalignment between high-school English materials and the demands of TOEFL, underlying the strategies to bridge this gap. The basic-to-advance English material and TOEFL needs to be introduced in the high-school settings. Along with it, at the university level could serve more than once English class.
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