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Junita Siahaan
Universitas Katolik Santo Thomas
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The Effectiveness of Using Short Drama for Students in Writing Narrative Text Mesida Laia; Jenita Anjani Br Sembiring; Junita Siahaan
Journal of English Language and Education Vol 11, No 4 (2026)
Publisher : Universitas Pahlawan Tuanku Tambusai

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/jele.v11i4.2713

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Writing is an essential skill in English learning; however, many students still face difficulties in developing idea and organizing narrative texts effectively. This study aimed to determine the effectiveness of using short dramas for students in writing narrative text at SMP swasta Santo Yoseph Medan. Short drama was selected as the treatment because it provides contextual and visual representations of narrative elements that can help students generate ideas and organize narrative texts more effectively. A quasi-experimental design was employed involving 60 eighth-grade students divided into an experimental group and a control group. Data were collected through pre-test and post-test writing assessments and analyzed using and independent samples t-test. The finding revealed that the experimental group achieved a higher post-test mean score (75.38) than the control group (55.73). Statistical analysis showed a significant difference between the groups (Sig.=0.0000.05;t=10.487). Furthermore, content and organization were the writing aspects that improved the most. It can be concluded that short drama is effective in improving student’s narrative writing skills.
INTEGRATING MULTICULTURAL EDUCATION IN EFL CLASSROOMS: TEACHERS' PERSPECTIVES, CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES Fheby Indriyanti Nurpratiwi; Reni Apriani; Junita Siahaan
TELL - US JOURNAL Vol 11, No 4 (2025): A Study on Attitudes and the Role of Technology in Language Education
Publisher : Universitas PGRI Sumatera Barat

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22202/tus.2025.v11i4.9554

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Multicultural education plays a significant role in fostering students' language learning by enhancing cultural awareness, motivation, and communicative competence. This study explores the perspectives of EFL teachers on how integrating multicultural education impacts language learning in Multiculturalism and Language Education course at La Tansa Mashiro University. Using a qualitative case study approach, data were collected through classroom observations, documents analysis and interviews involving two EFL teachers actively involved in EFL teaching and twenty students in this course, to explore the complexities and nuances of integrating multicultural education. The findings reveal that teachers’ awareness, understanding and strategy in integrating multicultural education in language teaching improves students' engagement, promotion of critical thinking and linguistic proficiency of appreciating and thriving in a diverse world. However, challenges such as the need for teacher training, culturally responsive teaching materials to balance with standardized curriculum requirements, students’ limited intercultural exposure that may lead to potential resistance or discomfort during discussions of culturally sensitive topics, and institutional support in enhancing multicultural education in EFL classrooms. In conclusion, this study provided valuable insights for teachers, institutions, and policymakers to improve multicultural education activities to maximize learning outcomes in EFL setting.Keywords: multicultural education, EFL Teachers, language learning, intercultural competence, case study
Co-Authors Apriani, Reni Fheby Indriyanti Nurpratiwi Jenita Anjani Br Sembiring Mesida Laia