JOURNAL INFORMATION Journal title JOLE (Journal of Language Education) Initials JOLE ISSN Online 2581-1789 ISSN Print 2581-1762 Frequency 2 issues per year (May and November) DOI On Process Publisher Fakultas Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan Subject Areas Educational project, learning methodologies Citation Analysis Google Scholar | Dimension |Garuda| Others JOLE (Journal of Language Education) with E-ISSN 2581-1789 and P-ISSN 2581-1762 aims at providing a forum for sharing, dissemination and discussion of research, experience and perspectives across a wide range of education, teaching, development, instruction, educational projects and innovations, learning methodologies and new technologies in language education, linguistics, and literature. JOLE (Journal of Language Education) is a biannual journal published in May and November by English Education Study Program, Universitas Baturaja.
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STUDENTS’ PERCEPTIONS ON THE IMPLEMENTATION OF E-MODULE IN LEARNING ENGLISH SPEAKING SKILLS
This research aimed to describe students' perceptions toward the implementation of an e-module in learning English speaking skills at SMK Sentosa Bhakti Baturaja. This research employed a descriptive quantitative method. The sample consisted of 109 tenth-grade students selected through simple random sampling. Data were collected using a close-ended questionnaire consisting of 14 statements under four indicators and analyzed using descriptive quantitative analysis. The findings showed that the overall grand mean score was 2.81, indicating a positive perception. The usability indicator obtained the highest mean score (2.87), followed by language is of an acceptable level (2.83), learner talks a lot (2.79), and motivation is high (2.77). These findings indicate that students positively perceived the implementation of the e-module. They considered it useful for supporting speaking practice through clear instructions, interactive speaking activities, multimedia features, and understandable language, which encouraged active participation and improved confidence in learning English effectively.
Implementation of Deep Learning Approach with Blooket in Improving Reading Comprehension at SMKN 3 OKU
This research aimed to determine the effectiveness of the Deep Learning Approach with Blooket in improving the reading comprehension of tenth-grade students at SMK Negeri 3 OKU. Blooket is a gamification platform that engages students through interactive game modes, enabling the Deep Learning Approach to be implemented in a mindful, meaningful, and joyful manner during reading comprehension activities. This study employed a quantitative pre-experimental method with a one-group pretest-posttest design. The sample consisted of 35 students from Class X DPIB 2 selected through purposive sampling. The instrument was a 25-item multiple-choice reading comprehension test. Data were analyzed using the Shapiro-Wilk normality test and the Paired Samples T-test. The results showed that the mean score increased from 49.94 on the pre-test to 77.26 on the post-test. The treatment was effective (Sig. 2-tailed = 0.000 < 0.05), indicating significant improvement in students' reading comprehension and a more active, motivating learning environment.
Classroom Management Strategies Used by English Teachers in Implementing Deep Learning at Smp Negeri 13 OKU
This study aimed to describe the classroom management strategies used by English teachers in implementing Deep Learning at SMP Negeri 13 OKU. This study employed a descriptive qualitative method involving three English teachers of eighth grade. The data were collected through observations, interviews, and documentation and analyzed through data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The findings indicated that the teachers implemented classroom management strategies through Get Them In, Get On With It, Get On With Them, and Get Them Out. Greeting was implemented through five activities, seating through three practices, starting through nine activities, content through five learning resources and media, manner through seven communication strategies, classroom rules through four rules, who is who through five activities, what is going on through six monitoring activities, concluding through five activities, and dismissing through six activities. In conclusion, the English teachers successfully implemented classroom management strategies throughout the teaching and learning processs. In conclusion, the teachers successfully implemented classroom management strategies that created a positive, organized, and engaging learning environment and supported the implementation of Deep Learning in English classrooms.
INTEGRATING CHAT GPT TOWARDS PROJECT BASED LEARNING (PjBL) TO ENHANCE STUDENTS WRITING SKILLS AT SMK NEGERI 3 OKU
This study examined the effectiveness of integrating ChatGPT into Project-Based Learning (PjBL) in enhancing students' descriptive text writing skills at SMK Negeri 3 OKU. Using a pre-experimental one-group pretest-posttest design, the sample comprised34 eleventh-grade students from classXI TKJ 2, selected through cluster random sampling. The treatment consisted of PjBL activities producing a Group Descriptive Writing Portfolio, with ChatGPT as a supporting tool. Data were collected via a writing test ("My English Teacher") and a 20-item UTAUT2-based questionnaire, analyzed using the Paired Sample t-test and descriptive statistics. The pre-test average score of 35.88 ("Very Poor") increased significantly to 81.76 ("Good") in the post-test due to the treatment, with a significance value of 0.000 (p < 0.05). The questionnaire revealed an overall mean of 3.42 ("Moderate"), highestfor Time Efficiency (3.68) and lowest for Dependency Risk (3.06). These findings confirm that integrating ChatGPT into PjBL effectively enhances students' writing skills.
TIK TOK AS A LEARNING MEDIA FOR IMPROVING THE STUDENTS’ VOCABULARY SKILLS IN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AT SD N 41 OKU
This study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of Tik Tok as a learning media in improving vocabulary mastery among fourth-grade students at SD Negeri 41 OKU. The vocabulary materials covered three topics telling the time, daily routine, and transportation delivered through four meetings combining TikTok videos with classroom practice activities. This research employed a quantitative pre-experimental method with a one-group pretest-posttest design, involving 20 fourth-grade students as the sample. Data were collected through vocabulary tests administered before and after treatment, then analyzed using descriptive statistics, a normality test, a paired-samples t-test, and an effect size calculation. The results showed that students' mean vocabulary score increased from 55.40 ("Poor") in the pre-test to 71.00 ("Good") in the post-test. The paired-samples t-test revealed a statistically significant difference between the two scores (t = -6.418, df = 19, p < 0.05), leading to the rejection of the null hypothesis, while Cohen's d yielded 1.435, indicating a large effect. These findings suggest that TikTok effectively enhances elementary students' English vocabulary mastery.
THE USE OF ANIMATION VIDEO AS A MEDIUM IN TEACHING VOCABULARY TO FOURTH GRADERS OF SDN 04 OKU
The researcher conducted a study entitled “The Use of Animation Video as a Medium in Teaching Vocabulary to Fourth Graders of SDN 04 OKU.” The study aimed to determine the effectiveness of using animation videos in teaching vocabulary. A pre-experimental research design was applied, with a sample of 20 fourth-grade students from class 4D at SDN 04 OKU. The instruments used included multiple-choice and matching tests comprising 30 questions. The data were analyzed using a paired sample T-test. The results showed a significant improvement from a pre-test score of 62.00 to a post-test score of 93.5. The statistical significance value (Sig = 0.000) indicated that the animation video had a significant effect on students’ vocabulary acquisition. The study concluded that animation video is an effective medium for improving vocabulary among elementary school students.
The Effectiveness of Using SQ4R Technique in Learning English to Increase Students’ Reading Comprehension of 8th Grade at MTsN3 OKU Selatan
The researcher focused on knowing that the use of SQ4R technique has a significant effect on students’ reading comprehension. The design of this study was pre-experimental research. In this research, the researcher used the cluster random sampling technique. The sample for this research was eighth-grade students from 8B, which consists of 32 students. The kind of test given in this research was multiple choice, which consisted of 20 questions and was valid for the pre-test and post-test. The data was analyzed by using a sample paired T-test. The result of the analysis showed that the use of sq4rtechnique to increase students’ reading comprehension was good benefits. The result of the pre-test score was 42,65, and the post-test score after the treatment was 67,65. The testing of the hypothesis also proved that SQ4R technique had a significant effect on students’ reading comprehension. The significance value(2-tailed) showed that the value of Sig =0.000 was less than the significance level (α = 0.05), sig (2-tailed) 0.000 < 0.05. From the result, it can be concluded that SQ4R technique can be used as a medium to improve students’ reading comprehension.
The Students’ Perception of ChatGPT as a Tool in Writing Assignment at English Education Study Program, University of Baturaja
This study explores the perceptions of students in the English Study Program at Baturaja University regarding the use of ChatGPT as a tool for writing assignments. The research employed a quantitative descriptive method using a survey design. A total of 56 students were selected through convenience sampling. Data were collected through a 20-item Likert-scale questionnaire focused on three main indicators: perceived usefulness, perceived ease of use, and trust or reliance on ChatGPT for grammar and writing accuracy. The findings revealed that the overall mean score was 3.95, indicating a positive perception. This was supported by a high proportion of favorable responses, with 41.16% of students selecting “Agree” and 31.90% selecting “Strongly Agree”, totaling 73.06% positive responses across all questionnaire items.Each indicator also reflected a positive result: Perceived Usefulness had a mean of 4.01 (76.79% positive), Perceived Ease of Use scored 4.02 (75.72% positive), and Trust/Reliance showed a mean of 3.83 (66.67% positive). These results indicate that students considered ChatGPT to be beneficial, easy to use, and fairly reliable in supporting their academic writing. Students reported that ChatGPT helped enhance their writing motivation, grammar understanding, confidence, and idea development. While some concerns were noted regarding dependence and occasional inaccuracies, overall, the findings highlight the potential of ChatGPT as a supportive and accessible digital tool in academic writing within English language education.
Improving Students’ English Vocabulary Mastery by Using Canva Animation for the Fifth Grade Students at SDN 1 Martapura
This study aimed to improve the English vocabulary mastery of fifth-grade students at SDN 1 Martapura by using Canva animation as a teaching medium. Vocabulary mastery is essential for language learning; however, many elementary students struggle with conventional methods. This research applied a pre-experimental design with a one-group pre-test and post-test model. The sample comprised 27 fifth-grade students selected through cluster random sampling. The treatment involved animated videos created with Canva focusing on vocabulary related to professions and workplaces. Data were collected using multiple-choice and matching tests, then analyzed using a paired sample t-test in SPSS. Findings revealed a significant improvement in students’ vocabulary mastery, with mean scores increasing from 66.26 (pre-test) to 81.59 (post-test). The significance value was 0.000 (<0.05), indicating that Canva animation effectively enhanced students’ vocabulary acquisition. This study concludes that Canva animation provides an engaging and interactive learning experience that positively impacts young learners' vocabulary skills.
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The Correlation between Students’ Instrumental Motivation and their English Achievement at Al Azhar Center Baturaja
This study aims to find out whether any correlation between students’ instrumental motivation and their English achievement at MA Al- Azhar Center Baturaja. The type of this research was correlational design. The data was gathered from 100 out of 313 students, representing 30% of the population, through questionnaires and documentation. This questionnaire consist of 20 items into 6 indicator for instrumental motivation. For the documentation took the odd semester report card grades of English Subject. In class X.D, showed high motivation and good English achievement, with strong correlation. In class XI.C, showed high motivation and good English achievement, with low correlation. In class XI.D, showed high motivation and good English achievement, with moderate correlation. In class XII.D, showed very high motivaton and very good English achievement, with low correlation. Overall, students at MA Al-Azhar Center Baturaja showed high motivation and good English achievement. Thus, the overall results of the study confirmed that high category of motivation correlated with good English achievement. The result of analysis found a correlation between students' instrumental motivation and their English achievement at MA Al-Azhar Center Baturaja. The analysis revealed a strong correlation (coefficient of 0.634, p < 0.05), supporting the acceptance of the alternative hypothesis and rejection of the null hypothesis.
The Correlation Between Students’ Habit in Watching Movies and Students’ Listening Skill
The habit of watching English movies provides an opportunity to practice our listening skills, can practice our intonation pronunciation to be better then can learn accents in English get new vocabulary and gain cultural insight. The aim of this study is to find out: the correlation between students' habits in watching English movies and listening skills of students of English Education Study Program at Baturaja University. This study focused on finding and knowing the correlation between students' habits in watching English movies and listening skills of second semester students of Baturaja University. This type of research is quantitative. In collecting data, researchers used questionnaires and tests. The population of this study were students of English education study program of Baturaja University. The research sample is the second semester students of English education study program of Baturaja University. The sample of this study consisted of 26 students. The sampling method in this study was purposive sampling. The technique of collecting data on students' habits in watching English movies using a questionnaire. The technique of collecting data on listening skills using the English book by Jack C.Richards (2010). Data analysis technique using Pearson Product Moment correlation. The research findings show that there is a positive correlation between students' habits in watching English movies and English listening skills in the second semester of the English language education study program at Baturaja University where rxy = 0.801 is obtained. So, the alternative hypothesis (Ha) is accepted and null hypothesis (Ho) is refused. Therefore, it can be concluded that students' habits in watching English movies and listening skills are in the very strong category.
The Effectiveness of Pictionary Game in Teaching Vocabulary of the Fifth grade students at SD Negeri 137 OKU
The problem of this study was concerned to improve the fifth grade students’ vocabulary at SD Negeri 137 OKU by using Pictionary game. The objective of this study was to find out whether it was significantly effective or not using Pictionary game in teaching vocabulary of the fifth grade students atSD Negeri 137 OKU. In this study, the writer used pre experimental method, and its population of this study was all of the fifth grade students of SD Negeri 137 OKU, the total of population was 46 students. In this case, the writer took the sample of the fifth grade students consisted 22 students. The written test in multiple choice form were used as the techniques for collecting the data. The students’ mean score of pre-test class was 51,8 and the students’ mean score of post-test was 72.2. it meant that the fifth grade students’ vocabulary at SD Negeri 137 OKU by using Pictionary game were improved. Based on the result of the students’ mean score above, it meant that it was significant improvement fifth grade students who are taught by using Pictionary game at SD Negeri 137 OKU.
Students’ Interests Becoming a Teacher through Kampus Mengajar MBKM Program
This research aims to find out Students’ Interest in Becoming A Teacher through Kampus Mengajar MBKM Program. This research was descriptive quantitative, with survey design method. The total sampling was used in this research which consisted of 56 students in Teacher Training and Education Faculty who have participated in the Kampus Mengajar Program Batch 4, 5, and 6. The data was collected through the questionnaire using Google Forms as an intermediary application. The research results showed that interest in becoming a teacher through Kampus Mengajar program was in the high category, with a percentage of 82%. This is viewed from the Affection aspect with a high interest category, and the Conation aspect in the high category. So it can be concluded that students at the Faculty of Teacher Training and Education at Baturaja University have a high interest in becoming teachers after participating in the Kampus Mengajar Program.
STUDENTS’ PERCEPTION OF ONLINE LEARNING TO ENHANCE THEIR READING COMPREHENSION SKILL TO THE ELEVENTH GRADE STUDENTS AT SMA TRISAKTI BATURAJA
This study analyzed students’ perception of online learning to enchance their reading comprehension skill. This study used the descriptive qualitative. The population of this research was students of Eleventh Grade Studens of SMA Trisakti Baturaja. The researcher took all of the sample by applying total sampling. The data was collected through the questionnaire. It consist of 10 statements. Then, the researcher used five percentage for analyzing the data. The result of this research were many students argued that they were disagree of online learning to enchance their reading comprehension skill. The data were in low criteria (61,46). It means that the students’ response toward the use of Online Learning to enchance their reading skill is not an effective tool for their learning.
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AN ANALYSIS STUDENTS’ ABILITY IN TRANSLATING FROM INDONESIAN INTO ENGLISH AT ENGLISH STUDY PROGRAM OF BATURAJA UNIVERSITY
The aim of this study was to find out the students’ ability in translating argumentative text from Indonesian into English at English Study Program of Baturaja University. In analyzing the data the writer used descriptive method. The population of this study was the English Study Program of Baturaja University in academic year 2020/2021 that consisted of 35 students. Based on pre-observation, most of the students at English Study Program of Baturaja University need to acquire translation ability. Because not all people know the meaning of English words, sentences or text, English students can be a tool to help people to communicate with others. Based on the sample was taken by using simple random sample and the writer put three categories on the sample. The categories are (1) go to a good hat store and buy a big top hat, (2) make one slip of paper for each individual in the population and place all of the slips in the hat, (3) make sure you used standard-sized slips of paper so that they will all be the same shape, size, and weight. The students percentage score in argumentative text test in 66,1 % in good level mastery. It meant that an analysis students’ ability in translating from Indonesian into English at English Study Program of Baturaja University is accurate.
IDENTIFYING THE FIFTH SEMESTER STUDENTS’ ABILITY IN PRONOUNCINGTHE ENGLISH VOICELESS PLOSIVE CONSONANTS AT ENGLISH STUDY PROGRAM AT UNIVERSITY OF BATURAJA
Pronunciation is as an aspect of the language has a great influence onour successful communication but it is still ignored by teachers, who rather pay attention to teaching grammar as they feel more important. The objective of the study isto find out ability in pronouning the English voiceless plosive consonants [P], [T], [K] at English Study Program at University Of Baturaja.The population of this research wasthe students of English Education Study Program at Baturaja University. The researcher took only in semester V because students have been learnt speaking I,II, III dan pronounciation courses. Based on the finding, it could be concluded as follow; the frequency students’ score criteria described there were 4 students (18,19%) who gained score 80-100 in level very good, 8students (36,36%) who gained score 66-79 in level good, 7 students (31,81%) who gained score 56-65 in level enough, 3students (13,64%) who gained score 46-55 in level low and no students got score < 45 in level fail. Based on calculation above, the mean score 65,15 showed that in identifying the Fifth Semester Students’ ability in Pronouncing the English Voiceless Plosive Consonants at English Study Program at University of Baturaja was good.
DESCRIPTIVE ANALYSIS OF CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES FOR THE ENGLISH TEACHER
The purpose of this study was to determine the classroom management strategies of English teachers at SMP N 32 OKU and SMP N 10 OKU. This study uses a qualitative description where the population were the English teachers. The number of populations in this study were 11 teachers from 2 schools, the sampling was done by purposive sampling because all samples represented all grade levels. There were 8 teachers from SMPN 32 and 3 English teachers from SMPN 10 were taken as sample. Observation and documentation are used for data collection. The instruments in this study were observation and documentation. The results of the observation indicates that the classroom management strategy of the English teachers used 1) Get set up preparation is when the teacher will start learning in class the teacher prepares the lesson plans. 2) Make the room attractive is the teacher prepares a classroom that is fun, neat and comfortable. 3) Set classroom rules is the teacher sets a rule in the classroom so that students can learn responsibly. 4) the teacher always provides motivation and solutions to students. 5) the teacher being fair, namely by creating togetherness and paying attention to all students. The results of the supporting documentation are the RPP for the English teacher with different materials and it can be seen by the activities that the teacher has done. This means that the classroom management strategy by English teacher at SMP N 32 OKU dan SMP N 10 OKU is running well, optimally and in accordance with existing steps.
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AN INVESTIGATION OF STUDENTS’ ATTITUDE TOWARD THE USE OF GOOGLE TRANSLATOR IN LEARNING PROCESS OF ENGLISH EDUCATION DEPARTEMENT OF BATURAJA UNIVERSITY
The objectives of the study were to investigate the students’ attitude toward the use of google translator, the students frequency of using google translator in learning process and problems when using GT and solutions. This study was a case study. The population of this study was all students of English Education Department of Baturaja University. The researchers used total sampling to take the sample , the sample was all the students of English Education Department. The data collected through the questionnaire and interview. The result of the study showed that students’ attitude toward the use of google translator in leaning process were in positive category. The students responses on the attitude aspect were on interval 41% - 100% that included in positive attitude. The data of the frequency of GT showed that the mean score was on 2.34 – 3.66 that means on moderate level. In addition, the result of questionnaire asking about the problems of using GT showed that using GT was not always correct, the solutions that students found were double check the result of GT. The next problem was about signal which make students cannot access GT and the solutions were using their own effort to translate it such as using dictionary or another resources.
RCRR STRATEGY: IS IT EFFECTIVE TO IMPROVE STUDENTS’ READING COMPREHENSION ACHIEVEMENT?
This study aimed at improving the tenth grade students’ reading comprehension achievement by using RCRR Strategy. The design of this study was quasi experimental research.The tenth grade students from X TKJ 1 and X TKJ 2 which consisted of 72 students were taken as the sample in this study through purposive sampling. The data were collected using 20 multiple-choice questions of reading comprehension test. Thedata analyzed by statistic formula of T-test. Based on findings, the students’ pre test mean score in experimental class was 55,83 and after that the students’ post test mean score was 82,64. The testing of hypotheses also proved that RCRR strategy gave significant effect on students’ reading comprehension on the sig (2 tailed) value was 0,025 (<0.005). From the result it can be concluded that there was a significance different on tenth grade students’ reading comprehension achievement on experimental and control class of SMK Negeri 1 OKU.
AN ANALYSIS OF FIGURATIVE LANGUAGE IN SONG LYRIC ON THE S.I.G.I.T “DETOURN ALBUM”
This study focused on analyzing the figurative language contained in the album “Detourn” by The S.I.G.I.T as non-native speakers. The aim of this research is; 1) to find out the type of figurative language used in the album “Detourn” by The S.I.G.I.T. 2) to find out the dominant type of figurative language used in The S.I.G.I.T album “Detourn”. Researchers conducted qualitative research using song lyrics data. The result showed that; 1) there are 8 types of figurative language used in the album “Detourn” namely Hyperbole (1), Irony (1), Personification (2), Synecdoche (2), Simile (3), Metonymy (11), Repetition (13), and Metaphor (18). 2) Metaphor is the most dominant type of figurative language with a total of 18 expressions. There are 9 songs that have metaphors with an average of 2 expressions in each song. The first song and the seventh song have 1 expression. The second, third, ninth, tenth and eleventh songs with 2 expressions. The fifth and sixth songs with 3 expressions.
RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN FLUENCY AND COMPREHENSION IN READING ACTIVITY: A BRIDGE TO BUILD READING PROFICIENCY
Reading activity is not only about reading in silent situation. Expert said reading aloud is some approach that can improve reading proficiency. Some researchers showed that reading fluency is a part that takes a big portion in reading aloud activity but some experts said that comprehension of the readers that takes an important part. Based on that situation, this paper focuses on discussing the overview by the experts and previous study of how reading comprehension and fluency are related. It also provides the brief how that correlation can improve reading proficiency for EFL students.
AN ANALYSIS OF LANGUAGE SWITCHING USED BY TEACHER AND THE SEVENTH GRADE STUDENTS OF SMP IT FATHONA BATURAJA
The aim of this research was to determine types of code-switching that used by teacher during teacher and students` interactions in English class. This research used qualitative method and adapted from theory of Poplack (1980). The procedure to collect the data used video recording and transcription. Based on data, code switching was used to facilitate intractions. So, the students can easier understand of teacher’s explanation. The result of this research indicated that intra-sentential as the type of code-switching is the most dominated in learning process.
STUDENTS’ PERCEPTION OF GOOGLE CLASSROOM ON ONLINE LEARNING OF ENGLISH EDUCATION STUDY PROGRAM AT BATURAJA UNIVERSITY
This study aims to find out what is the students’ perception of Google Classroom on online learning of English education study program at Baturaja University. This study used descriptive quantitative method. The population of this research was 91 students of English education study program. The researcher only took 73 students namely the 4th, 6th and 8th semester as the sample by applying purposive sampling. The data was collected through the questionnaire with Google form as an intermediary application. It consists of 16 statements. Then the researcher used five points of Likert Scale for analyzing the data based on percentage interval and Google form. The result of this research was students had positive response and support Google Classroom as learning media in online learning. It showed that Google Classroom is an effective tool for online learning because it can help the students to improve their learning through an active participation and Google Classroom is an easy tool to use and learning because of its features and it can access anywhere and make save time.
Teachers' strategies in Motivating Students for Learning English Online
Abstract Motivation has a very important role in learning. This motivation leds to enthusiams in learning and can improve learning outcomes. This research aims to find out what are the media and strategies that teachers use to motivating students in learning English online. The second aims is to find out how the students involvement in learning English online. This research is descriptive qualitative research. The participants in this research are three of English teachers and three of 10th grade students in SMK PUI Majalengka. The data were collected by observation and interview. The result showed that teachers often using WhatsApp during learning English online. Then, the strategies used by teachers to students motivation for learning English online were reminding the study schedule, giving a games or quizz, giving more interesting materials, and giving Intermezzo. Besides, student involvement in online learning is quite good. Regarding the media used during online learning of English, two students stated that the students not satisfied using WhatsApp, and the students want to use Zoom. Meanwhile, one student stated that satisfied using WhatsApp, but the student want to use E-learning with added video features. However, WhatsApp received a positive response from students. Students stated that WhatsApp made it very easy for them to access materials anytime and anywhere.
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TRANSITIVITY ANALYSIS OF NARRATIVE TEXT “ISSUMBOSHI” IN ENGLISH TEXTBOOK
Abstract This study aims to identify and describe the type of transitivity that appeared in the Narrative text titled "Issumboshi" of the English textbook for Grade X Senior high published by the Ministry of Education and Culture. The method employed in this study was qualitative, and the researcher was the central instrument. The methodology utilized in critical discourse analysis (CDA), The collected data were analyzed with SFL that emphasized the transitivity system. This study is an adaptation of Nguyen (2012). To collect, categorize, tabulate, number, and compute the data. In this study, a qualitative methodology was employed, and the researcher played a crucial role. Critical discourse analysis's methodology (CDA), The collected data was analyzed with SFL which emphasizes the transitivity system. This study is based on Nguyen (2012). To gather, classify, tabulate, number, and calculate the data. The results of the study based on data analysis show that the most dominant process is Material Process which appears 56 times, The most dominant participant is an actor which appears 56 times, and the most dominant circumstance is Location which appears to consist of Place 19 times and Time 17 Times. In this story, the author describes most of the players as an actor that do several activities and actions.
Group Work in Speaking Activities: A Case Study in EFL Class
There are a lot of problems and difficulties that face by students in the speaking activities. Teacher need a learning technique to apply especially in speaking activities and teacher often use is the grouping technique thus the teacher assigns them a group to work with which students have their own perception towards group work in speaking activities. This study aimed to know how teacher implement group work in speaking activities and to find out students perception on group work in speking activities. This research is a case study research using a qualitative approach. The participants of this study were 26 tenth-grade students in one of the senior high schools in Majalengka. The results showed that teacher implemented group work in speaking activities and have five steps to implemented it, and the students perception on group work is that there are advantages doing group work in speaking activities, indicating that students have a positive perception on group work in speaking activities. Although there are perceptions of group work have many advantage, students also have the perceptions of group work in speaking activities have disadvantage. Students feel like there are a group member that doesn’t contribute much in the group especially in speaking activities. However students feel there are disadvantage on group work in speaking activities but it still cannot compare with the many advantage on the implementation of group work in speaking activities.
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Students’ Perception: Using Android-based Exam Browser as the Medium to Assess Examination
This study was to find out the students’ perception on the use of Android- based Exam Browser as the medium to assess examination. This study used the qualitative survey method. The population of the study was the eighth and ninth grade students of SMPIT Tunas Cendikia Baturaja. The writer took all of the sample by applying total sampling consist of 85 students. The data collected through questionnaire, it consists of 35 statements. Then, the writer used percentage formula to analyze the data. The result of this study showed that there were many students who think that they were agree or had positive perception on the use of Android- based exam browser as the medium to assess examination in SMPIT Tunas Cendikia Baturaja. The data were in high criteria in each indicator. Students' interest/intention from the eighth graders (73,62%) and the ninth graders (64,90%), students' perceived usefulness from the eighth graders (74,07%) and the ninth graders (56,46%), students' perceived of ease of use from the eighth graders (59,26%) and the ninth graders (58,33%) and students' Android attitude from the eighth graders (68,52%) and the ninth graders (60,20%). From the result, students’ anxiety from the nineth grade (44,39%) disagree or indicate to negative perception about the use of Android-based exam browser as the medium to assess examination in SMPIT Tunas Cendikia Baturaja. It was because Android-based Exam Browser still intimidated and made them feel afraid of making mistakes in using Android- based exam browser, beside that also anxious and nervous due to sometimes their Android did not as friendly as hangs, runs out of battery, and disconnected from the connection server.
ANALYSIS OF ENGLISH TEXTBOOK WITH TITLE “ BAHASA INGGRIS “ USED IN ELEVENTH GRADE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL IN 2013 CURRICULUM
JOLE (Journal of Language Education), Vol 7 No.1 May 2023 English Education Study Program, Universitas Baturaja 30 ANALYSIS OF ENGLISH TEXTBOOK WITH TITLE “ BAHASA INGGRIS “ USED IN ELEVENTH GRADE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL IN 2013 CURRICULUM Risca Nur Qodaria Baturaja University riscanurqa11@gmail.com ABSTRACT The objectives of this study are to find out the suitability of impressionistic and in-depth analysis in the textbook entitles "Bahasa Inggris” used for the eleventh grade of Senior High School. This research is conducted by applying descriptive qualitative. The data was collected by documenting the content materials on the textbook and it was analyzed by using Cunningsworth's theory. The result showed that an English textbook entitle “Bahasa Inggris" fulfilled the criteria proposed in Cunningsworth's theory concerning the impressionistic textbook analysis with score 73% and in-depth textbook analysis with the summative score 86%. From those summative scores, the textbook was categorized as a fair and good enough textbook and suitable enough to use as media in teaching and learning process
STUDENTS’ SPEAKING ANXIETY IN SPEAKING PERFORMANCE CLASS
Basically most students experience anxiety when making presentations in front of the class or speaking in front of many people. This anxiety can affect the learning process and also the results of student learning. In this study, the authors aim to find the most dominant causes of students' anxiety in speaking performance in front of the class or during presentations. The design of this research used descriptive qualitative and the method is theoretical and library research methods. Based on several previous articles, the researcher found that one of the most dominant factors of anxiety experienced by students was due to their own negative thoughts which were afraid of the response from the audience. For the conclusion, the researcher found several factors that influence students' anxiety in speaking or presenting in class and also several strategies to control this anxiety. And the researcher also suggests to the teacher concerned to help students to overcome this anxiety
PLAYING VIDEO GAMES IN READING AND ITS EFFECTIVENESS FOR ENGLISH LEARNERS
Video games are not always harmful; in fact, they can have positive effects on English language learning. Games that use English as a means of communication can indirectly help non-native English speakers improve their reading skills. As gaming has become an integral part of daily life, especially for students who often use gadgets like computers, tablets, or smartphones, it presents an opportunity for enjoyable and effective learning. The purpose of this study is to examine why participants play video games and how it can aid in their English language learning. The study gathered data through in-depth interviews with ten individuals from different backgrounds who shared a passion for video games and recognized their potential for improving English reading skills. The participants cited entertainment, story-driven games, competition, social interaction, and stress relief as reasons for playing video games. All agreed that video games had helped them significantly in improving their English reading skills.