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Pronunciation Errors in Reading Text Made By Students of English Language Education Department Silalahi, Mardin; Sibuea, Bismar; Silalahi, Tiodora Fermiska; Purba, Anita
Journal of English Language and Education Vol 10, No 6 (2025)
Publisher : Universitas Pahlawan Tuanku Tambusai

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/jele.v10i6.1684

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The objective of this research is to find out the pronunciation errors in reading text made by students of English Language Education department of Simalungun University. This research applied the qualitative approach with content analysis method. The technique of collecting data used a recording, and data analysis by transcribing the students’ pronunciation from recording into the phonetic transcriptions, grouping the students’ errors in pronouncing English vowels and consonants into separate divisions, employing the percentage descriptive analysis to count all errors, and interpreting the result of the data analysis. The result of research is found on English Vowels and English Consonants error. The pronunciation error on English vowel, namely: /i:/, /æ/, /ə/, /ɜ:/, /ɔ:/, and /u:/. The vowel pronunciation error is commonly on pure vowel. It is on a long vowel sound and short vowel sound. While the pronunciation error of English consonants found: /ʧ/, /ʤ/, /θ/, /ð/, /ʃ/, /ʒ/. The consonant pronunciation error appears on voiceless and voice consonants. The other consonant pronunciation error is to pronounce the double consonant. The students assumed that every double consonant would be pronounced with double sounds. The pronunciation error on English vowels and English consonants were caused some factors. Factors of pronunciation error, namely; 1. Lack of understanding and knowledge. 2. Students are nervous. 3. Students are unable to distinguish between sounds that are almost the same. 4. Students lack practice. 5. Native language. 6. Lack of new vocabulary. 7. Lack of confidence. 
THE INFLUENCE OF SCHOOL ORIENTATION PROGRAMS (MPLS) ON STUDENTS’ ADAPTATION AND LEARNING ABILITIES IN JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Siadari, Lasdamena; Herman, Herman; Rumapea, Elina Lulu Bimawati; Tumewu, Wanny Christiana; Taliupan, Ratna; Silalahi, Tiodora Fermiska
Abdi Dosen : Jurnal Pengabdian Pada Masyarakat Vol. 9 No. 4 (2025): DESEMBER
Publisher : LPPM Univ. Ibn Khaldun Bogor

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32832/abdidos.v9i4.3065

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The transition to junior high school is a critical period for students, often accompanied by challenges in adaptation and learning. This study investigates the influence of the Masa Pengenalan Lingkungan Sekolah (MPLS), a school orientation program, on the adaptation process and learning abilities of seventh-grade students at SMP Methodist Pematangsiantar, North Sumatera, Indonesia. Employing a descriptive qualitative design, data were collected from 144 students across six classes during the MPLS held from July 14 to 16, 2025. The study analyzed three phases of the program: preparation, implementation, and evaluation. Findings indicate that the preparation phase effectively reduced student anxiety by clarifying expectations. The implementation phase facilitated social integration, familiarization with school culture, and student engagement through interactive activities. Finally, the evaluation phase showed improvements in students’ confidence, motivation, and overall adaptation to the new environment. These results suggest that MPLS significantly supports students in navigating the challenges of school transition, positively impacting their readiness to learn and participate. The study highlights the importance of structured orientation programs in promoting emotional, social, and academic adjustment in early adolescence. Recommendations include enhancing future MPLS programs by incorporating more academic exposure and peer collaboration opportunities to further strengthen student outcomes during school transitions.