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A Study of Suffix -En Usage Comprehension in Words by EFL Students at Tadulako University Ahmad, Nur Anisa Fitri; Marhum, Mochtar; Patmasari, Andi; Manurung, Konder
Journal of English Language and Education Vol 11, No 1 (2026)
Publisher : Universitas Pahlawan Tuanku Tambusai

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/jele.v11i1.1930

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This study investigates the extent of EFL students’ understanding of the suffix -en in English word formation at Tadulako University. This research employs a descriptive quantitative design, with data collected through a multiple-choice test and a questionnaire focusing on recognition, word formation, and meaning of the suffix -en. The data are analyzed using descriptive statistics. The findings indicate that students experience low difficulty in recognizing the suffix -en, moderate difficulty in understanding its meaning, and high difficulty in word formation using the suffix -en. These results suggest that students’ difficulties lie mainly in productive and semantic aspects rather than in formal recognition, indicating the need for explicit instruction focusing on word formation practice and contextualized meaning analysis.
The Effect of Digital Flashcard on Students’ Vocabulary Mastery Triwahyu, Triwahyu; Manurung, Konder; Patmasari, Andi; Thamrin, Nur Sehang
Journal of English Language and Education Vol 10, No 6 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/jele.v10i6.1676

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This research aims to enhance the vocabulary mastery of seventh-grade students by applying digital flashcards in English learning at SMP Negeri 20 Palu. A quasi-experimental research design with a non-equivalent control group was employed. The population comprised 106 seventh-grade students, and the samples were selected using cluster random sampling, with class VII A assigned as the experimental group and class VII B as the control group. Data collection was carried out through pre-tests and post-tests to examine students’ improvement in vocabulary mastery. The findings revealed that students in the experimental group obtained a higher average post-test score (72.00) compared to those in the control group (56.13). Statistical analysis conducted using SPSS version 25 showed a significance value of p = 0.000, which is lower than 0.05, indicating that the alternative hypothesis was accepted. These results confirm that digital flashcards are effective in improving students’ vocabulary mastery. Furthermore, the pedagogical implications of this research indicate that integrating digital media into vocabulary instruction can foster students’ motivation, active participation, and independent learning, while also supporting the adoption of technology-based teaching practices in the classroom.
Enhancing Seventh Graders' Vocabulary Mastery Trough the Use of Movies : A Quasi-Experimental Study Landu, Miftahurrahma; Usman, Sriati; Patmasari, Andi; Anggreni, Afrillia
Journal of English Language and Education Vol 10, No 6 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/jele.v10i6.1755

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This study aims to investigate the effectiveness of using films as a learning medium to improve English vocabulary mastery in seventh-grade junior high school students. The methodology used is quasi-experimental with a pre-test and post-test design involving two groups, namely the experimental group and the control group. The sample size consisted of 64 students, divided equally into 32 students in the experimental group who were taught using films, and 32 students in the control group who were taught using conventional methods. The type of film used in the learning intervention was a short animated film that was story-oriented and had easy-to-understand dialogue, chosen for its relevance to the age and potential to attract students' interest. The main statistical analysis, specifically through an independent t-test, showed a statistically significant difference between the post-test scores of the two groups. These results indicate that the intervention using films resulted in a substantially higher increase in vocabulary mastery. Quantitatively, the experimental group showed an average increase (gain score) of 25% compared to the control group, which only showed an increase of 10%. This was proven by calculations using the SPSS 24 software system . Thus, the main conclusion of this study is that the use of films is an effective and efficient learning medium for improving English vocabulary mastery in seventh-grade junior high school students.
A Study on The Implementation of Flashcards in Teaching Vocabulary Fikriani, Fikriani; Manurung, Konder; Patmasari, Andi; Marhum, Mochtar
Journal of General Education and Humanities Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026): February
Publisher : MASI Mandiri Edukasi

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58421/gehu.v5i1.951

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The objectives of this research are to describe how flashcards are implemented in vocabulary instruction and how students learn vocabulary through their use. This research applied a qualitative design by using a library research method. The data sources were obtained from libraries and online academic databases. The data were analyzed using content analysis, which involved identifying, categorizing, and describing the information from the selected studies. The six previous studies analyzed in this research were conducted by Yusriadi (2021), Mita Agustina Hediyati (2021), Widya Astuti (2022), Fitri Harianingsih (2023), Lisa Febrianti (2024), and Yudit Ba’dung (2024). The results of the data analysis showed that flashcards were used in various ways depending on students’ levels, classroom conditions, and the research design. Generally, the teaching procedures involved introducing vocabulary using flashcards, explaining word meanings through pictures, practicing pronunciation, and reinforcing learning through drilling and repetition activities. The findings revealed that students learned vocabulary effectively through flashcards. Flashcards helped students understand vocabulary more easily through visual media, improve pronunciation through repetition, and remember vocabulary through continuous practice. In quantitative studies, students showed improvement in vocabulary mastery, as indicated by higher post-test scores than pre-test scores, while in qualitative studies, students demonstrated greater engagement, motivation, and understanding of vocabulary. Overall, this study concludes that flashcards are an effective medium that supports both teaching and learning in vocabulary instruction.
Students’ Perception on Using Animated Movies in Speaking Lessons of Seven Graders Olva Greizela Sudamara; Mochtar Marhum; Andi Patmasari; Sriati Usman
Journal of English Language and Education Vol 11, No 2 (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/jele.v11i2.1653

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This study investigates the perceptions of seventh-grade students at SMP Negeri 2 Lembo regarding the use of animated movies in teaching English speaking skills. The research employed a descriptive qualitative design using questionnaires and interviews as data collection methods. The participants were ten seventh-grade students. Results show that students held positive perceptions of using animated movies in speaking lessons. They reported improved motivation, confidence, and comprehension in learning English through visual and contextual media. The study concludes that animated movies can serve as an engaging and effective medium for improving students’ speaking competence.
The Role of Code Switching in English Vocabulary Development: A Study of Eleventh Grade Students at SMAN 5 Palu Lala Afila; Jamiluddin Jamiluddin; Andi Patmasari; Mashuri Mashuri
Journal of English Language and Education Vol 11, No 2 (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/jele.v11i2.2218

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This study aimed to examine the role of code-switching in the development of English vocabulary among eleventh-grade students at SMAN 5 Palu. This research employed a descriptive quantitative approach. The population of this study consisted of all eleventh-grade students, with a sample of 30 students selected based on their involvement in English learning activities that applied code-switching. The data were collected through a Likert-scale questionnaire. Data analysis was conducted using SPSS, including validity testing, reliability testing, normality testing, and mean score analysis. The results of the validity test indicated that most questionnaire items were valid, while the reliability test showed a Cronbach’s Alpha value of 0.729, indicating that the instrument was reliable. The normality test using the Shapiro–Wilk method showed that the data were normally distributed. The mean score analysis revealed that students had positive perceptions of the use of code-switching in English vocabulary learning, particularly in helping them understand new vocabulary, reduce learning difficulties, and increase their confidence during the learning process. Based on these findings, it can be concluded that code-switching plays a positive role in supporting the English vocabulary development of eleventh-grade students at SMAN 5 Palu.
Co-Authors Abdul Kamaruddin Adinda Afrillia Anggreni Agussatriana Agustianingsih, Dhea Ahmad, Nur Anisa Fitri Ahmar, Ansari Saleh Aisah Apridayani Akkas, Nahdia Alya Noor Khalishah Aminah Aminah Aminah Aminah Aminah Suriaman Andi Saadillah Anggreni, Afrillia Anida Anida Anjar Kusuma Dewi AR Samaula, Neysa Arid, Muhammad Arwansyah Ayu Rizkilla Azzahra, Bellatri Azzajjad, Muhammad Fath Budi Budi Darmawan Darmawan Desrin Lebagi Dewi Satria Ahmar Dewi, Anjar Kusuma Dwi Putri, Dwi Eisenring, Moh. Abraham Akbar Elis Susanti, Elis Erniwati Eviyanti Eviyanti, Eviyanti Fadiel, Mohamad Farah Humairah Fatimah Febryanti, Feby Feren Putri Patricia Fikriani, Fikriani Fitrah, Mauizatul Hastini, Hastini Hijrinia Kusumaning Ayu Ifriana, Ifriana Jamiluddin Jamiluddin, Jamiluddin Julia Marfuah Karina Nadhifah Putri, Eka Konder Manurung Kusuma Dewi, Anjar Lala Afila Landu, Miftahurrahma M. Said, Mawardin Maf’ulah Maf’ulah Malinda, Nur Mashuri Mashuri Mashuri Mashuri Mashuri Mawardin, Mawardin Miftahul Jannah Misnariah Idrus Mochtar Marhum Mocthar, Mochtar Muhammad Ismail Muhammad Ismail Muhammad Ismail MUHAMMAD RAYHAN Mukrim Mukrim, Mukrim Nabilah, Putri Nadrun, Nadrun Nasir, Nurul Azizah M Natasya, Puspa Nur Sehang Thamrin Nuraini, Putri Nurherika, Nurherika Nurul Fitria Oktaviani Oktaviani Oktaviani, Siska Rahma Olva Greizela Sudamara Purnama Ningsih Puspitasari, Tribuana Rifara Rizkina, Zidna Rofiqoh Rofiqoh Rofiqoh rofiqoh rofiqoh Rofiqoh Rofiqoh Said, Mawardin Muhammad Siti Aisyah Sitti Rahmawati Sriati Usman sukmawati Syahwalya, Fitra Triwahyu, Triwahyu Wahyudin Wahyudin Wanda Wanda Whanchit, Wararat Wilda Utami Zahen Da'im, Wildan Zam Zamia, Nur