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Journal : Borneo Educational Journal (Borju)

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Storytelling in English Language Learning: Boosting Confidence and Discourse in EFL Contexts Rahmawati, Acce; Suhatmady, Bibit; Sucahyo, Didik; Hermagustiana, Istanti
Borneo Educational Journal (Borju) Vol. 7 No. 1 (2025): February
Publisher : Teacher Training and Education Faculty, Widya Gama Mahakam Samarinda University

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24903/bej.v7i1.1895

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This study investigates the role of storytelling as a teaching strategy for improving English language abilities among vocational students at SMKN 1 Samarinda. Recognizing a void in the literature on practical approaches for reducing speaking anxiety in EFL contexts, this study analyzes students’ perspectives of how storytelling impacts their confidence, discourse growth, and engagement. Data were acquired using a phenomenological technique via semi-structured interviews with three selected students, with validation provided by insights from their English teacher to increase the study’s credibility. The main findings show that storytelling boosts students’ confidence in speaking, promotes discourse expansion, and encourages active engagement in classroom activities. However, some challenges emerged, such as nervouness when presenting stories and concerns about peer evaluation. These elements occasionally prevented pupils from fully participating. The conclusion indicates that storytelling can be an effective method for creating a more participatory and encouraging language learning environment. Educators are advised to add narrative activities designed to reduce fear and improve confidence, allowing children to practice speaking abilities in a comfortable environment.
From Teaching to Thriving: Exploring the Lived Experiences of English Education Graduates in Non-Teaching Careers Nabilah, Jihan; Teodora Ping, Maria; Hermagustiana, Istanti; Sunardi; Sunggingwati, Dyah; Rusmawaty, Desy
Borneo Educational Journal (Borju) Vol. 7 No. 1 (2025): February
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24903/bej.v7i1.1973

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The present phenomenological study discovers the lived experiences of English education graduates pursuing non-teaching careers (any professional roles that do not involve teaching students in formal educational settings). By conducting in-depth interviews with three participants, their lived experiences uncovered the interaction between non-teaching career exploration, appealing job opportunities, interest-driven career decisions, career choice consistency, self-efficacy, confidence, career growth, and development opportunities, which guided them to pursue their non-teaching careers. They considered intrinsic factors (self-efficacy and confidence, personal goals, personal interest, personal development, and outcomes expectations), along with extrinsic factors (financial stability, teaching limitations, career prospect, workload vs. compensation, continued engagement with educational background) in deciding their careers. The skills from English education such as teaching, communication, critical thinking, problem-solving, and English skills are applicable to help them adapt to their non-teaching career. The findings prove the adaptability of English education graduates in managing job market difficulties and diverse applications of their educational experiences. By having these facts this study informs higher education institutions and English education programs to support and guide the English education graduates as they fit for diverse career paths.
The Representation of Sexism in A Textbook Entitled “English in Mind” Taufik, Taufik Hidayat; Utami Asity, Yuni; Hermagustiana, Istanti
Borneo Educational Journal (Borju) Vol. 6 No. 1 (2024): February
Publisher : Teacher Training and Education Faculty, Widya Gama Mahakam Samarinda University

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24903/bej.v6i1.1553

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The result of this research explains the representation of sexism based on three English textbooks “English in Mind”. The focus of this research is to investigate the frequency of males and females, the representation of males and females in occupational roles, and the representation of males and females as inspiring persons based on pictures and reading texts. Thus, the study implements Fairclough's three-dimensional discourse approach: description, interpretation, and explanation for textbook analysis. The study revealed that the frequency of males and females was based on text and pictures. The male is more dominant than the female. Furthermore, males and females in this textbook were portrayed as having the power to do outdoor activities. As well, the female is not only portrayed as the housewife or taking care of the baby. Otherwise, the representation of males and females as inspiring persons variation sometimes comes to an unfamiliar person. Males were superior to females according to the frequency in three English textbooks “English in Mind”. However, the study educates to students be aware of sexism issues in real life, and also students have a perception that being stronger or more capable in some activity does not only refer to gender.
Exploring the Use of Authentic Materials for Reading Activity at A Vocational School Alam, Nur; Kalukar, Ventje Janny; Hermagustiana, Istanti
Borneo Educational Journal (Borju) Vol. 6 No. 2 (2024): August
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24903/bej.v6i2.1785

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This research explores teacher strategies in adapting authentic materials for reading instruction at vocational schools, identifying challenges faced by teachers and students. The study aims to investigate these strategies and challenges among tenth-grade AKL students at SMK Sangatta Utara during the 2023/2024 academic year. This qualitative case study examines the use of authentic materials in reading instruction at a vocational school. Data were collected through observations, semi-structured interviews, and field notes with one English teacher and six tenth-grade students. Techniques included purposive sampling and Creswell’s (2014) data analysis method for organizing, coding, and interpreting findings. The study found that teachers employed strategies for selecting and adapting authentic materials for reading instruction, such as advertisements and articles, that were relevant to students' interests. Challenges included limited internet access, insufficient learning media, and students' difficulties with vocabulary and engagement. Teachers mitigated these challenges through personal hotspots, group activities, and additional support. This study reveals effective strategies for using authentic materials in teaching reading, highlighting the benefits of relevance and collaboration. However, challenges like limited internet access and multimedia resources persist. Recommendations include improving technological infrastructure, providing teacher training, and fostering local collaborations to enhance the use of authentic materials and support student engagement and learning outcome
Investigating Test-Taking Strategies in an English Reading Comprehension Test Used by Secondary High School Students Hasanah, Nur Faridatul; Iswari, Weningtyas Parama; Hermagustiana, Istanti
Borneo Educational Journal (Borju) Vol. 6 No. 2 (2024): August
Publisher : Teacher Training and Education Faculty, Widya Gama Mahakam Samarinda University

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24903/bej.v6i2.1790

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Reading is a crucial skill that Indonesian learners are expected to master, as outlined in the 2013 Curriculum. Students are required to develop comprehension skills to understand both explicit and implicit information in a text. To assess students’ knowledge, teachers often use tests. During these reading tests, students may employ strategies to aid their comprehension. This study investigates the strategies used by secondary high school students at MA Darul Ihsan Samarinda during an English reading comprehension test, along with the challenges they face when using these strategies. This study employs a qualitative design to examine the strategies utilized by six students: high score, middle score, and lowest score. The data, gathered through the think-aloud method and interviews, is analyzed using thematic analysis. The findings reveal that students employed 23 out of 31 strategies to answer factual questions and 19 strategies for inferential questions. Both the high score and middle score students predominantly used the strategy of reading the text for clues in both types of questions. Conversely, the lowest score student primarily relied on the strategy of rereading the question. Despite the differences, all students utilized a meaning-based text strategy to choose their answers. The middle score and lowest score students frequently faced challenges with time management and complex vocabulary. Additionally, using mixed-method research designs could provide deeper insights into test-taking strategies. This study focused on the strategies used by high school students during reading tests, while other research has examined test-taking strategies in high-stakes language tests
Co-Authors Ahada, Ichi Amarullah, A.K. Aridah, Aridah Auliah, Rita Bibit Suhatmady Dewi Permata Sari Dyah Sunggingwati Fitriani Hasanah, Nur Faridatul Ilmi, Syaripa Nurul Iwan Setiawan Jameaah, Siti Nurul Kalukar, Ventje Janny Kalukar, Ventje Jany Limbong, Effendi Majewska, Marysia Maulidana, Diva Nabilah, Jihan Nadia, Fazah Noviar, Iwan Nur Alam Rahmawati, Acce Ramadhani, Audi Risky Rijamil, Safira Amru Rusmawaty, Desy Sagala, Artha Sari, Nur Nilam Setyowati, Dea Rini Sucahyo, Didik Sunardi Susilo Susilo Taufik, Taufik Hidayat Teodora Ping, Maria Utami Asity, Yuni Weningtyas Parama Iswari, Weningtyas Parama Yuni Utami Asih, Yuni Utami Zulhijjah, Sukmaniar