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The Effect of Digital Media on Grammar Mastery for TOEFL Preparation Jasrial, Dedi; Zaim, M; Yunita, Wisma
Journal of English Education and Teaching Vol. 8 No. 2 (2024): Journal of English Education and Teaching
Publisher : UNIB Press

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33369/jeet.8.2.386-399

In this digital era, many scholars have reported the effectiveness of digital educational platforms in teaching English grammar. However, little research has utilized digital media, such as YouTube videos and the Quizizz platform, to teach TOEFL grammar. To fill this gap, this research aims to investigate the effect of and students’ perceptions of these two platform interventions on students’ grammar mastery for TOEFL. This experimental one-group pre-test-post-test design was applied to students of the Registration Certificate for Nutrition program at the Bengkulu Health Polytechnic of the Ministry of Health, consisting of 42 persons. The data of this research were the grammar tests given in the pre-test and post-test and the students’ perception questionnaire. A non-parametric Wilcoxon test using SPSS package version 16 and descriptive statistics were used to analyze the data. The result indicates that students’ grammar mastery for TOEFL preparation improved after giving interventions using YouTube and Quizizz platforms. Moreover, the results show students overwhelmingly perceive YouTube videos and Quizizz quizzes as highly effective for improving their grammar mastery for TOEFL preparation. They strongly believe their understanding of grammar improves and express high motivation, confidence, engagement, and effectiveness in applying and remembering grammar concepts. In brief, this result emphasizes the efficacy of utilizing multimedia resources and interactive platforms within educational settings, particularly in teaching English grammar. It is suggested instructors are encouraged to incorporate YouTube videos and Quizizz quizzes into TOEFL preparation courses to boost grammar mastery, leveraging multimedia resources for enhanced learning outcomes in the digital era.

Linguistic Characteristics of Research Article Titles in National and International ELT Journals Jasrial, Dedi; Ramadhan, Syahrul; Mukhaiyar, Mukhaiyar; Afful, Joseph Benjamin Archibald
Journal of Languages and Language Teaching Vol 12, No 1 (2024)
Publisher : Universitas Pendidikan Mandalika

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33394/jollt.v12i1.9608

Researchers have extensively studied the linguistic characteristics of research article (RA) titles. However, no research has investigated RA titles viewed from research design types published in national and international English Language Teaching (ELT) journals. Thus, the present study aims to fill this gap by investigating the average word length, syntactic structure, and syntactic structure type based on research design. This study used a comparative mixed method design to analyze 120 RA titles published in 2022-2023. The average length of titles was analyzed by counting the parts of speech of the tiles, the syntactic structures of titles were analyzed using the Framework of Cheng et al. (2012), and syntactic structure types based on research design were analyzed by reading the method section of the articles. Results indicate that the average length of the RA titles was 12 words in national journals and 13 words in international journals. Nominal structure was the most used RA title type in national journals, while compound structure was the most used in international journals. Furthermore, the nominal structure was often used for experimental design in international journals, while it was often used for descriptive study design in national journals. The compound and Verb-ing phrase structures were often used for case study design in both international and national journals. In conclusion, there are important differences and similarities in RA title characteristics between the two groups of ELT journal rankings. The findings contribute to the scholarship on the contrastive aspect of titling practices in English for Publishing Purposes.

DRAWING-BASED WRITING TASK TECHNIQUE TO IMPROVE YOUNG EFL LEARNERS’ DESCRIPTIVE TEXT WRITING SKILLS Jasrial, Dedi; Burhan, Kristian; Sepyanda, Marsika
ELP (Journal of English Language Pedagogy) Vol. 10 No. 1 (2025): ELP (Journal of English Language Pedagogy)
Publisher : Universitas Mahaputra Muhammad Yamin

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36665/elp.v10i1.984

Teaching writing to young learners in an English as a Foreign Language (EFL) context often met with concerns about developmental readiness. However, some studies show that young learners can benefit from creative and multimodal approaches to writing. While much has been studied on teaching speaking and listening skills, studies on visual stimuli like drawing for writing instruction at an early age are limited. This study aims to empower young learners to produce simple descriptive texts through a drawing-based writing task, using their favorite pets as the topic. Employing a case study design, this study involved one class of children, class I,I, which consisted of fourteen learners in a private English language course in Bengkulu, Indonesia. They were in the first and second grades in the elementary schools with ages between 6-7 years. Data were collected through classroom observations, student work, and reflective feedback from teachers. After young learners studied basic vocabulary and sentence structures in eight meetings, they drew their favorite pets and wrote short descriptions based on their drawings. The number of sentences that they should write ranges from four to six sentences. Each sentence contained five to eight words. The results show that young learners could write simple descriptive texts using basic vocabulary and sentence structures using drawing-based writing tasks. This technique also helped young learners generate content and reduced cognitive load during writing. These findings suggest that creative, visual-based tasks can be effective in teaching writing to young EFL learners.

The impact of digital media on mastering grammar for effective TOEFL preparation and performance Jasrial, Dedi; Zaim, Muhammad; Thahar, Harris Efendi
Journal of Language and Pragmatics Studies Vol. 4 No. 1 (2025): April 2025
Publisher : Yayasan Mitra Persada Nusantara

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58881/jlps.v4i1.61

In the digital era, numerous studies have highlighted the effectiveness of digital educational platforms in teaching English grammar. However, limited research explores the integration of YouTube videos and the Quizizz platform for enhancing grammar mastery in TOEFL preparation. Addressing this gap, the present study examines the impact of these two digital tools on students’ grammar proficiency and their perceptions of the intervention. This study employs a one-group pre-test-post-test experimental design, involving 42 students from the Registration Certificate for Nutrition program at the Bengkulu Health Polytechnic of the Ministry of Health. Data were collected through grammar tests administered before and after the intervention, along with a student perception questionnaire. The Wilcoxon non-parametric test, using SPSS version 16, and descriptive statistical analysis were applied to evaluate the findings. The results demonstrate a significant improvement in students’ grammar mastery for TOEFL preparation following the use of YouTube and Quizizz. Furthermore, students overwhelmingly perceive these digital tools as highly effective in enhancing their grammar skills. They report increased understanding, motivation, confidence, engagement, and retention of grammar concepts through interactive and multimedia-based learning. These findings underscore the efficacy of digital media in language learning and highlight the benefits of incorporating YouTube and Quizizz into TOEFL preparation courses. Educators are encouraged to integrate such multimedia resources into their teaching strategies to optimize learning outcomes. By leveraging interactive and visually engaging digital platforms, instructors can foster a more dynamic and effective grammar learning experience, aligning with modern pedagogical approaches in English language education.

Infusing Islamic Values Into Reading Module For Islamic Senior High School Students Martina, Feny; Mustafa, M. Ibnu; Jasrial, Dedi; Rahmawati, Liza; Rahmanina, Lisa
International Journal of Language Pedagogy Vol. 5 No. 1 (2025)
Publisher : Language Pedagogy Study Program, Faculty of Languages and Arts, Universitas Negeri Padang, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24036/ijolp.v5i1.105

English reading modules designed to meet the needs of the students at madrasahs are relatively limited. Therefore, this development study reported on the designing process of an English reading module for grade X students of Islamic senior high school through ADDIE framework. This study was conducted through the phases of analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation. The participants were 67 students and three English teachers from 9 Islamic senior high schools in Bengkulu City and three module validators. The instruments were subject-expert, student, and teacher questionnaires. The findings on need analyses revealed the students’ and teachers’ expectations on English reading modules containing Islamic values. As a follow-up, a reading module consisting of ten chapters with religious topics in genre-based texts were designed. The evaluation of the module demonstrated that from a 1.0 to 5.0 scale, the module received a score of 4.0 (categorized as good) by the media expert, 4.2 (categorized as excellent) by content and a language expert, 4.1 (categorized as good) by the three English teachers, and 4.3 (categorized as excellent) in a small group evaluation. To conclude, the English reading module is feasible for classroom use. The implication and recommendations for education stakeholders and future researchers are provided.

ENGLISH TEACHERS’ VOICES ON CURRICULUM CHANGE AND IMPLEMENTATION OF THE MERDEKA CURRICULUM IN RURAL JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOLS IN INDONESIA JASRIAL, DEDI; SYARIF, HERMAWATI; ZAINIL, YETTI
Linguists : Journal of Linguistics and Language Teaching Vol 9, No 2 (2023): December
Publisher : Universitas Islam Negeri (UIN) Fatmawati Sukarno Bengkulu

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29300/ling.v9i2.2630

Curriculum changes are crucial in modern education to adapt to society's needs and technological advancements. Yet, rushed or poorly considered alterations might disrupt education's flow and harm students' learning and progress. Hence, this study explores rural Junior High School English teachers' voices on curriculum changes and the Merdeka curriculum implementation regarding curriculum aspects. Employing a qualitative approach with a case study design, five English teachers from rural schools in Bengkulu Province, Indonesia, were selected purposively. Semi-structured interviews were carried out to collect data and those data were analyzed using an interactive model. The findings of this study indicate teachers' positive reception to curriculum changes, benefiting both students and educators. The Merdeka Curriculum's implementation fulfilled various aspects, such as goals, resources, and teaching methods, yet encountered hurdles, like inadequate facilities, assessment system awareness, and learning module development. Despite successes, teachers expressed the necessity for training and workshops to effectively integrate the Merdeka curriculum into their teaching practices. In conclusion, rural English educators exhibit optimism toward the Merdeka Curriculum, appreciating its advantages while acknowledging challenges related to resource scarcity and the need for enhanced training in curriculum execution.

Pedagogical Grammar in an Indonesian ELT Textbook: Features, Approaches, and Design Criteria Analysis Jasrial, Dedi; Jufrizal, Jufrizal; Eang, Norphealey
International Journal of Language Pedagogy Vol. 4 No. 1 (2024)
Publisher : Language Pedagogy Study Program, Faculty of Languages and Arts, Universitas Negeri Padang, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24036/ijolp.v4i1.63

Numerous researchers have delved into the intricacies of grammar, yet the analysis of pedagogical grammar in EFL textbooks has been sorely neglected. This study aims to examine the pedagogical grammar features of an Indonesian English as a Foreign Language (EFL) textbook intended for seventh-graders, the teaching approaches employed to convey those features, and the criteria used to design the pedagogical language rules incorporated in the pedagogical grammar features. This mixed-method research used an EFL textbook for seventh-graders in Indonesia as the source of data that were collected using observation sheets and a checklist based on Swan's theory regarding design criteria for pedagogical language rules. The data were analyzed qualitatively (descriptive qualitative technique) and quantitatively (descriptive statistics). This study found that the Indonesian EFL textbook contained simple present tense and 14 pedagogical grammar features. The textbook utilized both inductive and deductive approaches to deliver pedagogical grammar features, with the deductive approach being the most used. The design criterion of pedagogical language in the textbook was evaluated to be of high quality. Thus, it can be concluded that the analyzed textbook is a suitable learning resource for Indonesian EFL teachers, especially those who wish to focus on pedagogical grammar.

Linguistic Characteristics of Research Article Titles in National and International ELT Journals Jasrial, Dedi; Ramadhan, Syahrul; Mukhaiyar, Mukhaiyar; Afful, Joseph Benjamin Archibald
Journal of Languages and Language Teaching Vol. 12 No. 1 (2024): January
Publisher : Universitas Pendidikan Mandalika

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33394/jollt.v12i1.9608

Researchers have extensively studied the linguistic characteristics of research article (RA) titles. However, no research has investigated RA titles viewed from research design types published in national and international English Language Teaching (ELT) journals. Thus, the present study aims to fill this gap by investigating the average word length, syntactic structure, and syntactic structure type based on research design. This study used a comparative mixed method design to analyze 120 RA titles published in 2022-2023. The average length of titles was analyzed by counting the parts of speech of the tiles, the syntactic structures of titles were analyzed using the Framework of Cheng et al. (2012), and syntactic structure types based on research design were analyzed by reading the method section of the articles. Results indicate that the average length of the RA titles was 12 words in national journals and 13 words in international journals. Nominal structure was the most used RA title type in national journals, while compound structure was the most used in international journals. Furthermore, the nominal structure was often used for experimental design in international journals, while it was often used for descriptive study design in national journals. The compound and Verb-ing phrase structures were often used for case study design in both international and national journals. In conclusion, there are important differences and similarities in RA title characteristics between the two groups of ELT journal rankings. The findings contribute to the scholarship on the contrastive aspect of titling practices in English for Publishing Purposes.Â

Constructivism for English Language Teaching in The 21st Century in The Indonesian Context: Library Research Jasrial, Dedi; Zaim, M
Edu-Ling: Journal of English Education and Linguistics Vol. 7 No. 1 (2023): December
Publisher : English Education Study Program Faculty of Teacher Training and Education

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32663/edu-ling.v7i1.4237

In Indonesia's English language education, adapting constructivist principles for the 21st century involves acknowledging the diversity of learners' backgrounds, learning styles, and the impact of technology. This study aims to explore the impact of technology integration in the implementation of constructivist approaches, ways constructivist principles be adapted or modified to cater to the diverse students’ backgrounds, and innovative and effective assessment methods that align with constructivist philosophy in English language teaching in Indonesia in the 21st century. This research used library research in which the data were collected using library materials, and ten article journals. The data were analyzed qualitatively using the content analysis technique. The results show that the impact of technology integration in the implementation of constructivist approaches in English language teaching in Indonesian classrooms in the 21st Century included a vast array of authentic and diverse English language materials, enabling teachers to create immersive and engaging learning environments. Additionally, The ways in which constructivist principles can be adapted or modified to cater to the diverse students’ backgrounds in Indonesian English language classrooms include acknowledging and valuing linguistic diversity, incorporating various learning styles, sociocultural experiences, and collaborative and cooperative learning strategies. Moreover, innovative assessments applied included authentic assessment, formative assessment, project-based assessment, and technology-enhanced assessment. In conclusion, constructivist philosophy highly benefits English language teaching in the Indonesian context in the 21st Century. Keywords: constructivism, English language teaching, technology integration, diverse students’ background, innovative assessment system

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