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“Lingo Climb” for vocabulary learning: Developing a game-based learning tool for elementary EFL students Sofiana, Nina; Putri, Aprilia Riyana; Muzakki, Muhammad Alie; Mubarok, Husni
Journal on English as a Foreign Language Vol 15 No 1 (2025): Issued in March 2025
Publisher : Universitas Islam Negeri Palangka Raya, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23971/jefl.v15i1.9714

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Vocabulary acquisition is essential for language learning, yet many students in English as foreign language (EFL) contexts struggle with traditional, rote-based instruction that lacks engagement and contextual relevance. This study addresses this gap by developing and evaluating “Lingo Climb”, a game-based vocabulary learning tool inspired by the Snake and Ladder game, tailored for Indonesian elementary school students. Employing the ADDIE model, the study progressed through needs analysis, product development, and evaluation phases. A mixed-method approach was used, incorporating surveys, interviews, observations, and pre and post-tests during small-scale trials involving 24 students and two teachers. Results indicated significant improvements in students’ vocabulary mastery, with teachers and students praising the tool for its cultural relevance, practicality, and ability to foster engagement and collaboration. The findings highlight the potential of "Lingo Climb" as a culturally adapted, game-based learning tool that transforms vocabulary instruction into an engaging experience. While the study demonstrates the effectiveness of non-technological innovation, limitations include the small sample size and short-term trials. This study emphasizes the value of interactive and culturally relevant tools in addressing gaps in traditional vocabulary instruction and advancing gamification in education.
THE IMPLEMENTATION OF SHOW AND TELL TECHNIQUE TO IMPROVE STUDENTS’ SPEAKING SKILL Putri, Aprilia Riyana
Edulingua: Jurnal Linguistiks Terapan dan Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris Vol 10, No 2 (2023)
Publisher : Universitas Islam Nahdlatul Ulama Jepara

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.34001/edulingua.v10i2.5817

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In teaching and learning process, the suitable technique has a good impact for the students’ ability. Here, the researchers focus on how to implement show and tell technique in teaching speaking because the most appropriate one for describing things as the topic for better understanding and to foster effective communication in the classroom. This research employed a qualitative study by using a classroom action research which was done during for 2 cycles. Each of the cycle was done in two meetings. Data were collected through the observation sheet, field notes, interview and tests. The research findings showed that there were some improvement on students’ speaking skill. In cycle one, the process of teaching learning with Show and Tell technique suggested a potential improvement, the researchers found some minor technical problems and weaknesses.  After that, many revision were done and later applied in cycle two. The result of the research showed that the students have some improvements during the process of teaching and learning when show and tell technique was implemented. The students’ participation, pronunciation, fluency and vocabulary mastery were increased; they were more active, enthusiastic, and more confident in practicing speaking in intensive speaking class
Studi Fenomenologi Peranan Budaya Literasi Pada Satuan Pendidikan Dasar dan Menengah di Sekolah Penggerak Muzakki, Muhammad Alie; Putri, Aprilia Riyana; Zaiyar, Muhammad
Al-Ikhtibar: Jurnal Ilmu Pendidikan Vol 10 No 2 (2023): Al-Ikhtibar: Jurnal Ilmu Pendidikan
Publisher : Program Studi Pendidikan Agama Islam

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32505/ikhtibar.v10i2.7387

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Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengeksplorasi fenomena peranan budaya literasi pada tingkat pendidikan dasar dan menengah, khususnya di sekolah penggerak, dengan fokus pada kontribusi sekolah dalam membentuk budaya literasi yang berkelanjutan. Pendekatan fenomenologi digunakan untuk mendapatkan pemahaman mendalam tentang pengalaman dan makna budaya literasi di lingkungan sekolah. Melalui wawancara mendalam, observasi, dan analisis dokumen, penelitian ini melibatkan pendidik dan siswa sebagai subjek utama. Analisis data dilakukan dengan menggunakan pendekatan tematik untuk mengidentifikasi tema dan subtema yang muncul dari data kualitatif. Pemahaman tentang konsep budaya literasi, peran pendidik, dan dampak budaya literasi pada sekolah penggerak menjadi fokus utama penelitian ini. Hasil penelitian ini sekolah penggerak telah melakukan upaya internalisasi budaya literasi disekolah, hal ini berdampak pada skor literasi disekolah diatas kemampuan literasi minimal. Literasi yang terbangun terfokus pada literasi membaca dan menulis. Kendala yang muncul dalam pengembangan literasi yang lain terletak pada akses pengembangan kemampuan guru berfokus pada diversifikasi kegiatan budaya literasi selain itu perlu pemenuhan terhadap diversifikasi jenis buka dengan mempertimbangkan keminatan siswa.
The Effectiveness of Talking Chips Technique to Improve Student English Speaking Skill at MTs Al-Muttaqin Rengging Ashriyah, Sa'adatus Septi; Putri, Aprilia Riyana
International Journal of English Education and Linguistics (IJoEEL) Vol 7, No 2 (2025)
Publisher : Universitas Nurul Jadid

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33650/ijoeel.v7i2.13141

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This study aimed to examine the effectiveness of the Talking Chips technique in improving the English-speaking skills of eighth-grade students at MTs Al-Muttaqin Rengging, Jepara. A quantitative approach with a quasi-experimental design, specifically the non-equivalent control group design, was employed in this research. The participants consisted of two classes: class VIII A as the experimental group and class VIII B as the control group. The data were collected using oral speaking tests (pre-test and post-test) assessing five aspects of speaking: fluency, vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation, and comprehensibility. The findings revealed a significant improvement in the speaking performance of students taught using the Talking Chips technique compared to those taught using conventional methods. The results indicate that the Talking Chips technique effectively enhances students’ speaking abilities, particularly by promoting active participation and boosting their confidence in communicating in English. Therefore, this technique can be considered a useful cooperative learning strategy for developing communicative competence in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) classrooms.
IMPROVING YOUNG LEARNERS’ LISTENING SKILL BY USING NURSERY RHYMES SONG Putri, Aprilia Riyana
Journal of English Teaching and Learning Issues Vol 1, No 2 (2018): December
Publisher : Institut Agama Islam Negeri Kudus

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21043/jetli.v1i2.3843

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Listening is one of the most important skill in learning language for young learners, because the first way to learn language start from learning how to listen. In learning English, most of young learners in Indonesia found some difficulties to listen directly from the native speaker or from the environment, such as from young learners’ school or from young learners’ family, it happened because English is still as the second language in Indonesia which is not use in daily life. Many media uses by most of schools in Indonesia to improve young leraners’ competencies in English, for example by using some application from smartphone or by using song. Here, the researchers choose nursery rhymes song as an alternative media in improving young learners’ listening skill. The experimental research design was employed. The experimental group was taught using nursery rhymes song while the control group was taught using the conventional method. There are two classes  in the same level at six grade level from SDUT BUMI KARTINI JEPARA participated in this study, they are from maroco and mesir class. The findings indicated that nursery rhymes song significantly improved the students’ listening skill toward learning English. This study concluded that nursery rhymes song is one of media that is very effective for improving young learners’ listening skill because young learners are very happy to learn English while singing the nursery rhymes song.