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Exploring the Role of Technology Integration and Classroom Atmosphere in Developing Students’ Speaking Skills Zahratus Syifa; Arjulayana; Abdul Rohim
English Language Teaching Journal Vol. 6 No. 2 (2026)
Publisher : Universitas Al-Qolam Malang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35897/eltj.v6i2.2449

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This study explored how technology integration and classroom atmosphere contribute to students’ speaking development in an English as a Foreign Language (EFL) context. Employing a qualitative approach with a case study design, the study involved 11 fourth-semester students from the English Education Department at Universitas Muhammadiyah Tangerang. Data were collected through classroom observations and a ten-item yes/no questionnaire. The findings indicate that students perceived technology as useful for speaking practice. All participants reported that technology helped improve pronunciation, provided speaking models, and made practice more varied. Most students also reported greater motivation and confidence. Regarding classroom atmosphere, 72.7% stated that a friendly classroom reduced their fear of making mistakes, while 90.9% reported that a comfortable classroom helped them speak with fewer worries. Classroom observations showed that students were more engaged when lecturers created relaxed, interactive, and supportive learning environments, although participation remained uneven. The findings suggest that technology integration and classroom atmosphere can function as complementary factors in supporting speaking learning. The study implies that speaking instruction should combine digital resources with supportive classroom practices to create more varied and comfortable opportunities for English speaking practice.
Students’ Perceptions and Understanding of TEIL-Based Teaching Materials Noor Adzima Madiena; Aidil Syah Putra; Zahratus Syifa; Noviyanti Noviyanti
MACCA : Science-Edu Journal Volume 3, No.1: Februari 2026
Publisher : Education and Talent Development Center of Indonesia (ETDC Indonesia)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.51574/msej.v3i1.4722

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This study aims to investigate students’ perceptions and understanding of Teaching English as an International Language (TEIL)-based teaching materials in an EFL context. The research employed a qualitative descriptive approach involving 15 English Education students at Universitas Muhammadiyah Tangerang who had experienced the use of TEIL-oriented materials in their learning process. Data were collected through classroom observation and semi-structured interviews. The findings reveal that students generally perceived TEIL-based teaching materials positively in terms of relevance, clarity, and usefulness. The materials helped students develop a broader understanding of English as a global means of communication and increased their awareness of diverse English varieties. Furthermore, students reported that TEIL-based materials enhanced their confidence in using English for international communication and reduced anxiety related to native-speaker norms. This study suggests that integrating TEIL principles into English teaching materials can contribute to more inclusive and contextually relevant English language learning in EFL settings.