Article Per Year (5 Year)
p-Index From 2021 - 2026
0.408
P-Index
This Author published in this journals
All Journal INTERACTION: Jurnal Pendidikan Bahasa
Nurhikmah
Universitas Muhammadiyah Sidenreng Rappang
Education Environmental Science Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Other

Published : 2 Documents Claim Missing Document
Claim Missing Document
Check
Articles

Found 2 Documents
Search

 1 
Improving Students Writing Skills Through Picture-Based Dictation Method: A Creative Approach Septita Puteri Namirta; Syamsu T; Nurhikmah; Buhari; Sam Hermansyah
INTERACTION: Jurnal Pendidikan Bahasa Vol. 13 No. 1 (2026): INTERACTION: Jurnal Pendidikan Bahasa
Publisher : Program Studi Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris, Universitas Pendidikan Muhammadiyah Sorong

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36232/interactionjournal.v13i1.5934

Abstract

This study aims to examine the improvement of students’ writing skills through the picture-based dictation method and to explore students’ responses to this method. The main issue addressed is students’ difficulties in composing descriptive texts. This study employs a quantitative approach with an experimental design applied to eighth-grade students, A class. aThe results indicate a significant improvement in students’ writing skills, with an average score increase of 18.78 (from 69.22 to 88.00). Based on the Paired Sample T-test, the calculated t-value (6.302) is greater than the critical t-value (2.056), indicating that this method significantly improves students’ writing in terms of content, grammar, vocabulary, and organization. Students’ responses to this method were highly positive, with an acceptance rate of 96.34%. The integration of audio and visual elements proved to facilitate students in generating ideas and boost their confidence in writing English. It can be concluded that the picture-based dictation method is an effective creative approach to improving students’ learning outcomes and motivation.
The Perception of English Learning at SMAN 1 Sidrap on Students’ English-Speaking Confidence Kartini; Buhari; Nurhikmah; Syahrir L; Sam Hermansyah
INTERACTION: Jurnal Pendidikan Bahasa Vol. 13 No. 2 (2026): INTERACTION: Jurnal Pendidikan Bahasa
Publisher : Program Studi Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris, Universitas Pendidikan Muhammadiyah Sorong

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36232/interactionjournal.v13i2.6329

Abstract

This study explored students’ perceptions of English learning at SMAN 1 Sidrap and examined how those perceptions shaped their English-speaking confidence. A qualitative descriptive design was employed. Thirteen eleventh-grade students were selected through purposive sampling because they had participated in varied classroom speaking activities and represented different confidence levels. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews and classroom observation, supported by a speaking-confidence scale, and were analyzed using the interactive model of Miles, Huberman, and Saldaña: data collection, data condensation, data display, and conclusion drawing. Trustworthiness was established through credibility, transferability, dependability, and confirmability. The findings showed that most students perceived English as useful for further study, employment, and international communication. Discussions, presentations, role plays, speeches, drama, and group work were viewed as meaningful opportunities to practice English and strengthen confidence. Positive feedback from teachers, peer encouragement, and a non-threatening classroom atmosphere increased students’ willingness to communicate and classroom participation. Nevertheless, anxiety, fear of mistakes, limited vocabulary, and pronunciation difficulties still reduced confidence among some students. The study concludes that positive perceptions of English learning support higher speaking confidence by increasing motivation, lowering the affective filter, and strengthening students’ beliefs in their own ability. Teachers should therefore design interactive, supportive, and progressively challenging speaking activities.
Co-Authors Buhari Buhari Kartini Sam Hermansyah Septita Puteri Namirta Syahrir L T Syamsu