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Analysis of Grammatical Cohesion in the Reading Texts of the “English for Nusantara” Ninth Grade Textbook Tiara Andhini; Safnil Arsyad
Jambura Journal of English Teaching and Literature Vol 7, No 1 (2026): Jambura Journal of English Teaching and Literature
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Gorontalo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37905/jetl.v7i1.36264

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This study examines the use of grammatical cohesive devices in the reading texts of the English for Nusantara textbook for ninth-grade. This study employed a descriptive qualitative approach, and analyzed 14 reading texts to identify four types of grammatical cohesion: reference, substitution, ellipsis, and conjunction, based on Halliday and Hasan’s framework. The findings reveal that a total of 694 instances of grammatical cohesion were identified in the textbook. Reference emerged as the most dominant cohesive device with 552 occurrences, followed by conjunctions with 132 occurrences. Ellipsis appeared only 6 times, while substitution only 4 times. These findings show that the textbook relies heavily on explicit cohesive devices, particularly reference and conjunction, to maintain textual coherence. And it suggests that the English for Nusantara textbook effectively supports students’ reading comprehension by providing clear grammatical links between sentences, although the limited use of substitution and ellipsis indicates a restricted variety of cohesive devices.
The Effect of Using Canva on Students’ Motivation in Learning English Tiara Andhini; Iis Sujarwati; Kasmaini Kasmaini
Journal of English Education Program (JEEP) Vol 13, No 2 (2026): Journal of English Education Program (JEEP)
Publisher : Universitas Galuh

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25157/(jeep).v13i2.23642

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Motivation is essential for learning English. But in some cases, student motivation declines, which impacts their learning outcomes. There are many ways to increase this motivation, including using engaging learning media, such as Canva. Therefore, this study aims to determine whether the use of Canva is related to students' motivation to learn English. The sample comprised 46 seventh-semester students in the English Education study program at the University of Bengkulu in the 2025/2026 academic year. The method used in this study was a quantitative correlational analysis using Spearman's rank correlation. The results showed a very strong positive correlation (r=0.813) with a significance level of <0.001. It can be said that the more frequently Canva is used as a learning medium, the higher students' motivation to learn English is. This is because Canva has an attractive, easy-to-use interface that increases students' motivation, participation, and self-confidence. Based on the research results, Canva as a learning medium is important and effective for increasing motivation to learn English at the tertiary level.