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The Problem Faced by International Internship Students in Conducting Teaching Practices at Southern Thailand Fatmawati Fatmawati; Umiyati Jabri; Ita Sarmita Samad
Majesty Journal Vol. 4 No. 2 (2022): Majesty: English Education
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v4i2.173

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The international internship program was the topic of this research provides opportunities for students to be involved in community service conducted abroad. This research was qualitative by taking data from eight students who participated in this international internship program. The results of this study used a descriptive method. This study aims to analyze the problems faced and the solutions used by the intern students of the Muhammadiyah University of Enrekang batch 2. The results of this study indicate that there are 8 problems faced by interns, including administrative problems, health, psychological, culture shock, language barriers, teaching assignments, social, and available facilities. Apart from the problem, this research also includes the solutions used by the interns to solve these problems. With this research, it can be used as a reference or guideline for students who want to take part in international internships later.
The Influence of a Contextualized KUKIS Handbook on Elementary Students’ English Vocabulary Achievement Umiyati Jabri; Ismail Ismail; Ilham Assidiq; Ita Sarmita Samad; Ahmad Fajrin Setiawan
Majesty Journal Vol. 5 No. 2 (2023): Majesty: English Education
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v5i2.185

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This study investigated the influence of a contextualized handbook developed through the KUKIS Program on elementary students’ English vocabulary achievement. Vocabulary mastery is a fundamental component of language learning, particularly for young learners who require meaningful and contextualized instructional support. The study employed a quantitative approach using a pre-experimental One-Shot Case Study design. The participants were 35 fifth- and sixth-grade students of SD Negeri 110 Lura, selected through purposive sampling. Data were collected using a vocabulary achievement test consisting of ten items, which were subjected to validity and reliability analyses before administration. The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, normality testing, linearity testing, and simple linear regression analysis with the assistance of SPSS 17.0. The findings revealed that the instrument was valid and reliable, with a Cronbach’s Alpha coefficient of 0.623. The regression analysis showed a strong positive relationship between the use of the KUKIS handbook and students’ English vocabulary achievement (R = 0.89), with a coefficient of determination of 0.78. The regression equation, Y = 7.06 + 0.89X, indicated that increased utilization of the handbook was associated with higher vocabulary achievement. Furthermore, the significance value (p < .05) confirmed that the handbook had a statistically significant influence on students’ English vocabulary learning. The findings suggest that contextualized instructional materials incorporating familiar visual representations can effectively support vocabulary acquisition among elementary school learners. Therefore, the KUKIS handbook can be considered a valuable learning resource for improving English vocabulary achievement in primary education settings.
ELSA Speak Application as a Supporting Media in Enhancing Students’ Pronunciation Skill Ita Sarmita Samad; Ismail Ismail
Majesty Journal Vol. 2 No. 2 (2020): Majesty: Language Education
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v2i2.200

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This research aimed at verifying the effectiveness of using ELSA Speak Application in enhancing students’ pronunciation skills. It applied a quantitative method. It used a pre-experimental research design, in particular. The population was STKIP Muhammadiyah Enrekang's English study programme. The sample was the first semester students in the academic year 2018/ 2019. It was chosen through purposive sampling technique by considering that the sample took the pronunciation course at that time. The data were collected using the recording by pre-test and post-test. The results were statistically analysed. The result shows that the pre-test results display a value of 1.96, while the mean after test is 5.79 with a significance level of 0.05 at 29 degrees (29), the t-test 6.28 was higher than the t-table of 1 699. It indicated that the use of ELSA Speak application is effective in enhancing the pronunciation skill of the first semester students of STKIP Muhammadiyah Enrekang.
The Implementation of Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) in Teaching English Umiyati Jabri; Ita Sarmita Samad
Majesty Journal Vol. 3 No. 1 (2021): Majesty: Language Education
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v3i1.208

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This research was aimed at finding out the way of the teacher in implementing of Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) in teaching English at class of SMPN 1 Enrekang, exploring the media, problems, and types of CLT activities that students prefer. The population of this research was the teachers and the students of SMPN 1 Enrekang. The sample was three teachers and two classes. In this research, the data were obtained through three kinds of instruments namely, observation checklist, interview, and questionnaire. The result showed the ways of teacher in implementing of CLT were the teachers used principles of CLT methodology stated by Richards (2006:13). Moreover, the researcher found two other ways. Firstly, the teacher always tried to use creative ways/activities in applying Richards’s principles of CLT methodology in order not only to motivate and interest but also to decrease the boredom of students in learning English. Secondly, the teacher showed her sympathy, sensitivity, and understanding to their students’ needs and problems. Generally the problems encountered by the teachers were the students rarely communicated with others using English in daily life so they are lack of English proficiency. The media used by teacher were authentic materials, non-authentic material, listening exercises, internet, and computer based program. The result of questionnaire calculation is about 49.71. This result is in like categories as stated in Liker scale. Based on the data, the top rank of CLT activities that students prefer was task completion activities (100% of students).
Integrating Google Classroom in Teaching: Changing the Learning Culture in Higher Education during a Pandemic Ismail Ismail; Mustakim Mustakim; Ita Sarmita Samad
Majesty Journal Vol. 3 No. 1 (2021): Majesty: Language Education
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v3i1.211

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Technology integration is a benefit for students to learn differently to achieve goals and create the most important part of student life today. Google Classroom is a trend of blended learning in higher education that changes the strategy of delivering learning and teaching. The aim of this exploratory study is to investigate whether or not this application can be covered to develop or support learning in a Bachelor level of English Language Education program to facilitate student achievement. The test design was used to analyze student performance and the survey of perceptions of the use of Google Classroom was evaluated statistically using a questionnaire. The results revealed that students who participated in answering questions at the pretest found that there was no significant difference between the control group (45%) and also the experimental group (45.45%). In the posttest results, the two groups obtained an increase within the value of the final examination, however the contribution of 5th-semester students with the utilization of Google Classroom specifically benefited those with higher grades (81.82%) compared to third-semester students (70%). Moreover, the results of the student perceptions survey during this study indicate the use of Google Classroom is observed positively as a technology which will modernize dynamic learning and engagement, stimulate critical thinking and their participation if used suitably for learning functions.
Co-Authors Ahmad Fajrin Setiawan Fatmawati Fatmawati Ilham Assidiq Ismail Ismail Mustakim Mustakim Umiyati Jabri