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THE ANALYSIS OF CLAUSE COMPLEX IN THE STUDENTS’ CASUAL CONVERSATION Ifadloh, Nur; Nufus, Zahratun
LET: Linguistics, Literature and English Teaching Journal Vol 7, No 2 (2017)
Publisher : English Department of Faculty of Tarbiyah and Teacher Training

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | Full PDF (578.947 KB) | DOI: 10.18592/let.v7i2.1945

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This study reported on an analysis of the transcript of the students? conversation. It highlighted the way in which the transcript was analyzed qualitatively on the issue of clause complexity based on the perspective of Systemic Functional Linguistics (SFL). In detail, this study demonstrated the clause complexity of the transcript of the students? conversation which was related to, for example, inter-clausal relations (logico-semantic relation), coordination (parataxis) and subordination (hypotaxis) as mainly outlined by Halliday (1994), Halliday & Matthiessen (2004) and Eggins (2004). The results of the analyses indicated that the students showed a positive trend of developments in the use of semantic relations in their conversation. The students produced clause complexes (37.71%) less than clause simplexes (62.29%), In the syntactic dimension, the students produced hypotaxis (50.65%) more than parataxis (49.35%). In hypotaxis, the students produced expansion (92.31%) more than projection (7.69%). It also occurred in parataxis where students also produced expansion (92.11%) more than projection (7.89%). In the logico-semantic dimension, students produced expansion (92.47%) more than projection (7.53%). In the case of projection, locution (57.14%) was produced more than idea (42.86%). In addition, in the case of expansion, elaboration (40.70%) was the most frequently used by the students rather than both of extension (34.88%) and enhancement (24.42%).
The Comparison of Lexical Collocations in English Textbooks Used in Indonesia Ifadloh, Nur; Warsono, Warsono; Faridi, Abdurrahman
English Education Journal Vol 11 No 3 (2021): September 2021
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Semarang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/eej.v11i1.47254

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Teaching collocations becomes very important for ESL/EFL students to achieve language fluency since the students spend a great amount of time interacting with their textbooks. This study aims to investigate the comparison of lexical collocations used in two textbooks used regularly in senior high school level in Semarang namely Aim High Student’s Book 1 and Bahasa Inggris Kelas X. This study applied descriptive qualitative method. The documentary method was used in collecting the data. The data were analyzed based on collocation theories proposed by Benson, et al. (1997) and Lea (2002). The result showed that there were three similarities found regarding the lexical collocation occurrence in all parts of the textbooks, the highest frequency of the lexical collocations occurrence in the exercise part of the textbooks, and the highest frequency of the types of lexical collocations in the textbooks. Meanwhile, there are three differences found regarding the number of lexical collocation frequency in each textbook, the order in using lexical collocations from the highest to the lowest frequency, and the way the authors of the textbooks in introducing and teaching lexical collocations to the students. Furthermore, it was also found that Bahasa Inggris Kelas X produced some inaccurate lexical collocations.
An Analysis of Inflectional Morphemes in a Short Story “The Child’s Story” by Charles Dickens Ifadloh, Nur; Najerin, Muhammad Rizky; Nufus, Zahratun; Ulum, Miftakhul
SALEE: Study of Applied Linguistics and English Education Vol. 3 No. 2 (2022)
Publisher : STAIN Sultan Abdurrahman Kepulauan Riau

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35961/salee.v3i2.330

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This study aims to determine the inflectional morpheme contained in the short story entitled "The Child's Story" by Charles Dickens. The analysis shows that there are 108 inflectional morphemes found in the short story "The Child's Story". There are 35 plural nouns “-s”, “-es” with 32.5% percentage as the most dominant inflectional morphemes found in this story. Next, possessive nouns “-'s”, “-s'” and comparative adjectives “-er” both show 2 data (1.8%), superlative adjectives “-est” shows 3 data (2.7%), 3rd person singular/present tense “-s” shows 4 data (3.7%), verb past tense “-ed”/”-d” shows 29 data (26.9%), Present participle “-ing” shows 32 data (29.7%), past participle verb “-en” shows 1 data (0.9%). In addition, Inflectional does not change the grammatical category of words consisting of "-s, -'s, -er, -est, -s, -ed, -ing, and -en". The suffix “-s” means plural. The suffix “-'s”, “-s'” means possessive. The ending “-er” means comparative. The suffix “-est” means superlative. The ending “-ed” means past. The ending “-ing” means current (continuous). The ending “-en” means participle. Keywords: Morphology, Words, Inflectional, Morphemes, Suffixes.
Translation Strategies Used by Tiffany Tsao in Rendering Culture-Specific Items in Dewi Lestari’s “Paper Boats” Ifadloh, Nur; Nufus, Zahratun; Haura, Raudhatul; Aulia, Syairatul; Sari, Yustika Desta
SALEE: Study of Applied Linguistics and English Education Vol. 5 No. 2 (2024)
Publisher : STAIN Sultan Abdurrahman Kepulauan Riau

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35961/salee.v5i2.1011

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To This study aims to reveal the translation strategy used by Tiffany Tsao in rendering of CSIs in the novel “Paper Boats” by Dewi Lestari based on Baker's theory. This study is descriptive qualitative research. The data consist of lingual units, in the form of words or phrases, which contain culture-specific items. The source of data is taken from “Paper Boats” novel by Dewi Lestari that translated by Tiffany Tsao. The data were collected through observation and by taking notes and analyzed using the equivalent and referential methods. The findings show that there are six translation strategies used by Tiffani Tsao in rendering CSIs in Dewi Lestari's paper boats novel. Superordinate (translation by a more general word) becomes the most dominant translation strategies in rendering CSIs in this novel followed by translation using a loan word or loan word plus explanation, translation by cultural substitution, translation by paraphrase using related words, translation by paraphrase using unrelated words and translation by omission.
Teacher’s Talk and Students’ Motivation in an English Classroom: Insights from a Case Study Nufus, Zahratun; Ifadloh, Nur; Hussein Jafar Al-Anbari, Alaa; Kumar Jha, Sanjay; Shalehah, Sayyidah
SALEE: Study of Applied Linguistics and English Education Vol. 6 No. 2 (2025)
Publisher : STAIN Sultan Abdurrahman Kepulauan Riau

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35961/salee.v6i2.2311

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The context of English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learning, teacher’s talk is crucial to control classroom interactions and enhance language learning. This qualitative case study investigated how seventh-grade female students were motivated to learn English as a result of their teacher’s talk. The study used the Flanders Interaction Analysis Category System (FIACS) to classify teacher’s talk through classroom observations and interviews. The results revealed that giving instructions, asking questions, and expressing encouragement or praise were the most common ways teachers communicated. Students’ motivation and engagement were greatly enhanced by these verbal techniques. On the other hand, engagement was often hampered by the lack of student-centered discourse, such as accepting students’ opinions or using harsh criticism. A key novelty of this study is the exploration of gender dynamics, specifically how a male teacher communicates with an all-female class in an Islamic educational setting, a context rarely examined in prior research. The study highlights the importance of teacher communication strategies in fostering a supportive and motivating EFL classroom environment.
Teacher’s Talk and Students’ Motivation in an English Classroom: Insights from a Case Study Nufus, Zahratun; Ifadloh, Nur; Hussein Jafar Al-Anbari, Alaa; Kumar Jha, Sanjay; Shalehah, Sayyidah
SALEE: Study of Applied Linguistics and English Education Vol. 6 No. 2 (2025)
Publisher : STAIN Sultan Abdurrahman Kepulauan Riau

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35961/salee.v6i2.2311

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The context of English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learning, teacher’s talk is crucial to control classroom interactions and enhance language learning. This qualitative case study investigated how seventh-grade female students were motivated to learn English as a result of their teacher’s talk. The study used the Flanders Interaction Analysis Category System (FIACS) to classify teacher’s talk through classroom observations and interviews. The results revealed that giving instructions, asking questions, and expressing encouragement or praise were the most common ways teachers communicated. Students’ motivation and engagement were greatly enhanced by these verbal techniques. On the other hand, engagement was often hampered by the lack of student-centered discourse, such as accepting students’ opinions or using harsh criticism. A key novelty of this study is the exploration of gender dynamics, specifically how a male teacher communicates with an all-female class in an Islamic educational setting, a context rarely examined in prior research. The study highlights the importance of teacher communication strategies in fostering a supportive and motivating EFL classroom environment.
From Wetlands to the World: Internationalizing Banjar Folktales through a Digital English Learning Module Listia, Rina; Eka Chandra, Noor; Shaunaa, Roaini; Ifadloh, Nur; Afifah; Syahrani, Hilal; Stefanus Hendrawan, Wahyu
SALEE: Study of Applied Linguistics and English Education Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): (On Progress)
Publisher : STAIN Sultan Abdurrahman Kepulauan Riau

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35961/salee.v7i1.2436

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This study investigates the development of an interactive e-module based on South Kalimantan folktales to enhance English language learning while internationalizing and preserving the local values of the Banjar tribe. Grounded in Hutchinson and Waters’ (1987) framework of needs analysis, data were collected through questionnaires distributed to high school students (n = 159). The analysis explored five dimensions: (1) the need for digital materials; (2) interest in folklore-based learning; (3) understanding of local wisdom; (4) the relevance of folktales to ELT; and (5) expectations for e-module design. Findings reveal that students strongly support the integration of folktales into digital materials, valuing interactive multimedia features, bilingual formats, and cultural reflections. The study highlights the potential of folklore-based digital resources not only to foster English proficiency but also to strengthen cultural identity and internationalize indigenous heritage. The implications suggest that digital pedagogy can serve as a bridge between global education and local wisdom, positioning cultural-based e-learning as a contemporary response to both educational and intercultural challenges.
Digital Literacy Among EFL Teachers: Navigating Technological Demands in 21st-Century Classrooms Ifadloh, Nur; Shola, Adebayo Sherifat; Afifah, Afifah
MATCHA: Journal of Modern Approaches to Communication, Humanities, and Academia Vol. 1 No. 2 (2025): MATCHA: Journal of Modern Approaches to Communication, Humanities, and Academia
Publisher : CV. Akademi Merdeka

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70152/matcha.v1i2.202

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This study investigates the digital literacy of English as a Foreign Language (EFL) teachers and the challenges and support systems they encounter in integrating technology into 21st-century classrooms. Drawing on qualitative data from semi-structured interviews and classroom observations with seven EFL teachers, the research explores the multidimensional nature of teachers' digital literacy, the systemic and emotional obstacles they face, and the informal strategies they adopt to cope. The findings reveal that digital literacy among EFL teachers extends beyond technical skill to include pedagogical adaptability and critical awareness. However, limitations such as infrastructural instability, lack of institutional guidance, and emotional resistance often hinder full digital engagement. Despite these challenges, teachers demonstrate agency by forming peer support networks, engaging in self-directed learning, and drawing encouragement from student feedback. These informal mechanisms, while valuable, highlight the absence of coordinated institutional support. The study concludes that sustainable digital integration in EFL contexts requires a holistic approach that combines technological access, emotional support, and professional learning communities. By reframing digital literacy as a dynamic and context-sensitive practice, the study contributes to ongoing dialogues around teacher agency, equity, and innovation in language education.
Pragmatic Failure in EFL Learners’ Emails and AI Grammar Tools Feedback Ifadloh, Nur; Saliman Abdullahi, Ameen; Aryanti Rukmana, Rani
DUTIES: Education and Humanities International Journal Vol. 1 No. 2 (2025): DUTIES: Education and Humanities International Journal
Publisher : CV. Akademi Merdeka

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70152/duties.v1i2.221

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This study investigates the pragmatic failures found in EFL learners’ academic email communication and evaluates the extent to which AI grammar tools can detect and address such failures. Drawing on theories of interlanguage pragmatics and politeness, the research identifies recurring issues in the realization of requests, apologies, and formal politeness—where learners often produce grammatically correct yet pragmatically inappropriate messages. These failures commonly stem from first-language pragmatic transfer and a lack of explicit instruction in target language norms. Adopting a mixed-methods approach, the study analyzed a corpus of 640 elicited emails from 80 EFL university students and assessed feedback from Grammarly, Quillbot, and ChatGPT using comparative qualitative and quantitative analysis. While the tools effectively corrected surface-level errors, they fell short in addressing context-sensitive pragmatic nuances such as indirectness, tone, and formality. The findings underscore the distinction between linguistic and pragmatic competence, highlight the limitations of current AI tools in fostering pragmatic awareness, and emphasize the need for explicit, context-rich instruction. This study contributes to a more integrated understanding of how human expertise and AI technologies can collaboratively support pragmatic development in digital language learning environments.