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Improving Indonesian EFL Learners’ Motivation Through Computer Assisted Learning (CALL) Reza Anggriyashati Adara; Aridhotul Haqiyah
Journal of English Language Studies Vol 6, No 1 (2021): Available Online in March 2021
Publisher : English Department - University of Sultan Ageng Tirtayasa

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30870/jels.v6i1.9119

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It has been argued that technology can improve learners’ motivation. Furthermore, technology integration has been regarded one of motivational strategies or techniques to improve learners’ positive attitudes. In this regard, one of motivational strategies that can be given to learners is incorporating CALL (Computer Assisted Language Learning) to EFL (English as a Foreign Language) classrooms. Therefore, the present research analysed the effects of CALL on a group of Indonesian EFL learners’ motivation. In order to obtain the results, the present research conducted a quasi-experimental study toward 40 college students. In addition, a set of questionnaires adapted from Taguchi, Magid, & Papi (2009) as well as semi-structured interviews were used as research instruments. In addition, English tests will be given to the respondents to see the effects of CALL on the improvement of learners’ achievements. The results of present study suggest the positive effects of CALL on learners’ motivation. In addition, learners’ achievement also improved after being intervened with CALL. Nevertheless, the use of CALL needs to be supported by teachers who are capable enough to provide suitable materials that suit learners’ need. Thus, it seems important for teachers to be provided with prior sufficient training on how to use CALL effectively.  
Investigating the Difference in Demotivation Factors: A Case Study of Two Groups of Indonesian EFL Learners. Reza Anggriyashati Adara; Nuryadi Nuryadi; Rahmat Ade Nasution
Journal of English Language Studies Vol 4, No 2 (2019): Available Online in September 2019
Publisher : English Department - University of Sultan Ageng Tirtayasa

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30870/jels.v4i2.6228

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Investigating demotivation factors of two different groups of EFL learners might provide more insights to reduce demotivation among students. Nevertheless, there is lack of studies toward demotivation, especially ones that analyze demotivation of Indonesian’s EFL students. Adara (2018) analyzed demotivation factors of a group of EFL students in Bekasi. However, her study only focused on one group of learners and did not compare demotivation factors which may affect different group of learners. Therefore, the present study aims to investigate the differences in demotivation factors of two groups of Indonesian EFL learners. Whereas one group consists of 44 English literature college students, another group is 41 students major in communication study. Applying a mixed-method approach to obtain the results, the present study distributed a set of questionnaires adapted from Sakai and Kikuchi (2009) to two groups of college students whereas the interviews were administered to six of them. The results indicate that both groups of learners were mostly demotivated by teachers’ incompetence and teaching styles, lack of intrinsic motivation, and inadequate school facilities. The results of present study suggest the importance of teachers’ roles in providing appropriate teaching approach for learners as well as learning content and materials to avoid students’ demotivation.
“I want to speak like a native speaker”: Exploring Learners’ Motivational Factors After the English Camp Adara, Reza Anggriyashati; Rahmanto, Raden Hengki
Journal of English Language Studies Vol 10, No 2 (2025): Available Online in September 2025
Publisher : English Department - University of Sultan Ageng Tirtayasa

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.62870/jels.v10i2.32024

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This study investigated the impact of an English camp on the motivational factors of English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learners. Thirty high school students participated in an eight-day English camp, and pre- and post-camp questionnaires adapted from Taguchi et al. (2009) were used to measure changes in motivation. The key constructs examined included criterion measures, the ideal L2 self, the ought-to L2 self, family influence, instrumentality, attitudes toward learning English, linguistic confidence, and learning interest. Results showed increases in linguistic confidence (from M = 3.50 to 3.83), the ideal L2 self, and the ought-to L2 self (both from M = 3.27 to 3.50), suggesting that the camp experience helped students develop stronger self-perceptions as English users. Meanwhile, slight decreases in criterion measures (3.69 to 3.58), instrumentality (3.63 to 3.54), and learning interest (3.50 to 3.17) may indicate a shift away from external motivators and highlight the need for more engaging and practically relevant activities. These findings suggest that future English camps should prioritize building students' ideal L2 selves through personalized goal-setting and confidence-building tasks, while also incorporating exposure to professionals who use English in real-world contexts (e.g., pilots, engineers, or flight attendants) to strengthen practical motivation. Additionally, camp activities should include diverse, student-centered formats to sustain engagement and prevent motivational fatigue. More broadly, EFL teaching practices can benefit from adopting similar strategies—fostering learners’ linguistic confidence and internal motivation through authentic, meaningful language use beyond test preparation.