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Digital Literacy: Students’ Perception toward Advanced Grammar Interactive E-Books in the English Department of Universitas Negeri Padang Fitrawati, Fitrawati; Syarif, Hermawati; Zaim, M; D. Perrodin, David; Zakiyah, Muflihatuz
International Journal of Language Pedagogy Vol. 2 No. 2 (2022)
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.v2i2.35

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The use of multimedia as a part of digital literacy also becomes the demand of this 21st-century education. The material has to be more technological and supports student-oriented learning methods. The use of this kind of technology also can be applied in English lessons like grammar. In the English Department of Universitas Negeri Padang, multimedia has been used in grammar classes, specifically in advanced grammar classes for students in the academic year 2018, called interactive e-books. This study analyzed students’ perceptions of using this interactive e-book in advanced grammar classes. The design of this study was descriptive research. The population of this study was the students in the English Department in the academic year 2018. Then the sampling used purposive sampling where the sample was the class with 32 students used interactive e-books for their advanced grammar course. The instrument for this study was the questionnaire, divided into three sections: interface, interactivity, and material. The data were collected by descriptive statistical calculation. The result of this study was that students had a positive perception of using interactive e-books in advanced grammar classes. Hence, the students’ perceptions can be used to improve better interactive e-books used in the teaching and learning process in grammar class.
Students' Behavior in the Learning Process Using Zoom Meeting Media: Problems and Solutions Zaim, Muhammad; Zakiyah, Muflihatuz; Zaim, Rifqi Aulia
JOIV : International Journal on Informatics Visualization Vol 8, No 3 (2024)
Publisher : Society of Visual Informatics

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.62527/joiv.8.3.2226

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Recent digital technologies have increased the flexibility of learning. Online learning is now seen as a good alternative, not a force anymore. Among all online learning media that can aid, Zoom is an interactive online learning media mainly used by lecturers to carry out synchronous learning processes when offline lectures cannot be carried out. Using Zoom, lecturers and students can interact synchronously, like face-to-face learning in class. Many studies have been conducted to see the impacts of online learning on students’ learning behaviors using various media, yet studies on how students behave while learning using Zoom have not yet been explored in more detail. This research aims to reveal how students behave in the learning process by using Zoom in English classes through a survey study. Data were collected through a questionnaire delivered online to some 142 English Department students of Universitas Negeri Padang who experienced online learning. They voluntarily took part in this survey. Carrying quantitative analysis, the research showed that most students did not follow the Zoom-mediated learning process as well as they did face-to-face learning, which was carried out offline, for various reasons. Several positive and negative behaviors were found when implementing the learning process using Zoom. Therefore, for the learning process to run well, it is necessary to agree on the ethics of the learning process by using Zoom. The findings of this research can provide a reference for making conventional ethics of online learning using Zoom or other media.
Investigating students needs for TPACK elements in listening materials for an English for economics and business e-book Zaim, M; Serly, Vanica; Al Hafizh, Muhd.; Rosita, Nur; Wahyuni, Delvi; Marlina, Leni; Zakiyah, Muflihatuz
Studies in English Language and Education Vol 12, No 1 (2025)
Publisher : Universitas Syiah Kuala

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24815/siele.v12i1.38423

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Developing an English e-book for Economics and Business with sufficient and proper content, pedagogical approaches, and integrated technology is required. This research analyzed Economics and Business faculty students need for TPACK elements of listening materials in an e-book for learning English for Economics and Business. Listening material is highlighted because it is the most challenging skill to acquire among many non-English major students. This needs analysis can provide more focused and practical listening materials in English for Economics and Business, facilitating students acquisition of the necessary abilities to improve their listening skills and for their future careers. Accordingly, descriptive research was conducted, and the questionnaire was used to collect data related to the students needs, which were analyzed from five aspects: target situations, discourse, deficiency, present situations, and TPACK elements (technology, pedagogy, content, technological pedagogy, technological content, pedagogical content, and technological pedagogical content). From an ESP perspective, the data were analyzed descriptively. The study reveals that students require technology such as audio, short clips, and songs with engaging and meaningful listening materials, namely, business ethics, job interviews, business meetings, negotiations, and discussions. This study provides insights for English for Economics and Business e-book authors to design and develop e-books based on students need for TPACK elements for listening materials.
Can the Merdeka Belajar curriculum really improve students’ reading literacy? Zaim, M.; Zakiyah, Muflihatuz
JOALL (Journal of Applied Linguistics and Literature) Vol. 9 No. 1: February 2024
Publisher : UNIB Press

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33369/joall.v9i1.32173

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Merdeka Belajar curriculum is the brand-new curriculum implemented in Indonesia in response to the low reading literacy of students. Many discussed the features and the implementation of the Merdeka Belajar curriculum and claim that implementing the current curriculum is effective in improving students' reading literacy due to its features, such as simpler yet in-depth materials and flexible time for learning outcome accomplishment; however, there is not yet any empirical evidence provided to prove the claim. This descriptive research was undertaken to provide empirical evidence of that claim as the curriculum has just been implemented. Twelve teachers across senior high schools in West Sumatera were willingly involved in this study. The data were collected through a written interview, in which the teachers answered ten relevant questions. Their responses about the implementation of the Merdeka Belajar curriculum were analyzed qualitatively. The findings established new facts that answered the research question from the teachers' point of view. First, compared to the 2013 curriculum implementation, they did not only see the implementation of the Merdeka Belajar curriculum as advantageous but also disadvantageous. Even few of them found it run-of-the-mill. Second, when implementing the current curriculum, the teacher developed strategies to increase students' reading literacy and interest. They began by supplying multiple materials, designing fun but exhaustive learning instructional activities, varying the assessments, and building reading corners with captivating books to read. Third, after a year of implementation, the students' reading literacy tended to stay the same, even though it did improve a little for some students. These were because the teachers still experienced problems regarding curriculum, school, and time. In summary, implementing the Merdeka Belajar curriculum cannot improve students' reading literacy.