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An Analysis of Lexical Cohesion on the Students Thesis at the English Teaching Department of HKBP Nommensen University Sihombing, Imnesti; Sidabutar, Usman; Tampubolon, Sahlan
ALACRITY : Journal of Education Volume 4 Issue 3 Oktober 2024
Publisher : LPPPI Publishing

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52121/alacrity.v4i3.470

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This study uses the type of lexical cohesion to analyze the writing of the background of study thesis. The purposes of this study are to find the type of lexical cohesion and what type of lexical is dominant in the background of the study thesis. This study was conducted using a qualitative method. The data collection method used document analysis because the data has taken from the text or document of the background of  study thesis. The object of this research has the writing of the background of  study thesis by students graduating in 2023. The results of this study are data on 10 background of thesis studies of students graduating in 2023. The researcher found 333 data on the use of lexical cohesion in the background of thesis of students graduating in 2023 consisting of 304 repetitions (91.6%), 3 synonyms (0.9%), 7 antonyms (2.1%), 9 hyponyms (2.7%), 10 meronyms (3.0%). From the results of the calculations above, the dominant type of lexical cohesion is repetition (91.6%).
IMPROVING STUDENT'S VOCABULARY MASTERY BY USING THE FLY SWATTER GAME IN SEVENTH GRADE OF SMP N 31 MEDAN Br Purba, Roh Dearni; Napitupulu, Fenty Debora; Sidabutar, Usman
Jurnal Teknologi Mesin UDA Vol 2 No 2 (2025): DESEMBER
Publisher : Lembaga Penenlitian dan Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat Universitas Darma Agung

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46930/teknologimesin.v2i2.5519

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The research aimed to find out improving students’ vocabulary mastery by using fly swatter game. This research was conducted by using Classroom Action Research (CAR). The subject of this research was grade VII-1 of SMP Negeri 31 Medan 2023/2024 academic year, which consisted of 31 students. The object of this research was to improve the students’ vocabulary mastery through fly swatter game. This researcher was conducted in two cycles which each consists’ of planning, acting, observing, and reflecting. Data was obtained by observation, then students’ vocabulary scores on the pre-test, post-test, and questionnaire. Based on the result of this research showed that there was a development in the student’s vocabulary mastery; it can be seen from the mean score of the pre-test was 54.3, the mean score of post-test 1 was 74.8, and the mean score of pot- the test cycle 2 was 85.4. In addition, 5 students (16.12%) passed the Minimum Mastery Criterion (KKM) in the pre-test. Meanwhile, in cycle 1, there were 21 students (67.7%) who passed the Minimum Mastery Criterion (KKM), and it gained which was in the post-test cycle 2, 27 students (87%) who passed the Minimum Mastery Criterion (KKM), the criteria of success was achieved. Then, the result of the questionnaire showed that there was an improvement in positive responses in the teaching-learning process of vocabulary through the fly swatter game. The mean of pre-questionnaire was 43.18%. Then, the mean of post-questionnaire was 93.5%. It improved 49.32%. Furthermore, the results of observation showed that the students were motivated in the teaching-learning process during the implementation of the fly swatter game.
THE USE OF PAUSES, OVERLAPS, AND BACKCHANNELS IN POLITICAL CONVERSATIONS ON NAJWA SHIHAB'S YOUTUBE CHANNEL: PRAGMATICS ANALYSIS Waruwu, Nurwian; Manurung, Lastri Wahyuni; Sidabutar, Usman
Dharmas Education Journal (DE_Journal) Vol 2 No 1 (2021): Juni
Publisher : Fakultas Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan Univesitas Dharmas Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56667/de_journal.v2i1.1032

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This study aims to analyze the use of pauses, overlaps, and backchanneling in political conversations on Najwa Shihab’s YouTube channel, specifically between Najwa and Ahok, using Yule’s (1996) Pragmatics theory. The research method is a descriptive qualitative method with a conversation analysis approach. Data were collected through conversation transcripts and analyzed using conversation analysis theory. The results show that pauses are divided into short and long pauses. Short pauses occurred 6 times, typically happening when a speaker is thinking or formulating the next words, while long pauses occurred 9 times, providing space for the interlocutor to think and respond. Overlaps occurred 26 times and were categorized into three types: difficulty in conversation with an unfamiliar person occurring once, expressions of closeness and solidarity occurring twice, and interruptions occurring 23 times. These overlaps often happened when both speakers spoke simultaneously, arising from awkwardness, enthusiasm, or interruptions to present a different argument or defend a point of view. Additionally, vocal backchannels, such as “mmm,” “yes,” and “okay,” occurred 11 times, while non-vocal backchanneling, such as nodding, occurred once. Backchannels serve as short responses from the listener to indicate attention, agreement, or understanding. This study concludes that these elements play a crucial role in enriching the dynamics of political conversations on social media, enhancing interaction between speakers.
The Effect of Using Fiki Naki’s Youtube Content on Students’ Writing Skill at Eighth Grade of SMP GKPI Pamen Padang Bulan Gaol, Fenny Gusrini Lumban; Tampubolon, Sahlan; Sidabutar, Usman
Jurnal Riset Ilmu Pendidikan Vol. 5 No. 2 (2025): Jurnal Riset Ilmu Pendidikan
Publisher : Lembaga Riset Mutiara Akbar

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56495/jrip.v5i2.1069

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This study aims to find out the types of errors are found on the uses youtube content in writing text at the eighth grade of SMP GKP Pamen Padang Bulan find out the dominant students' errors on the use video from youtube to see the effect in writing skill. There is phenomena in this research that is almost every student struggle with past forms errors when learning English. To achieve the objectives of this study, the researcher used a quantitative research design. The population of all eight grade students at SMP GKPI Pamen and the sample of this research there are 40 students. Technique of collecting data the researcher uses a test. To analyze the data involves four steps namely: identifying errors, describing error, summarize the findings the data. Based on the result findings of this research, the writer found there are There are 87 (36%) organize idea errors, 39 (19%) content error, 45 (21%) language error, 45 (21%) vocabulary errors, 8 (3%) mechanic errors of the eighth-grade students at SMP Pamen made several errors in the categories listed above.  Based on the data, students to learn about the elements that contributed to the students' errors in using the youtube video in producing writing text. They struggle with parts of grammar in text and the overall structure and organize including problems they don't understand when compiling the writing text, etc.
Textual Function on the Vocational High Student’s Textbook: A Systemic Functional Linguistics Approach S, Aspriza; Sidabutar, Usman; Siahaan, Sahat Taruli
Jurnal Kajian Ilmu Pendidikan (JKIP) Vol. 6 No. 2 (2025): Jurnal Kajian Ilmu Pendidikan (JKIP)
Publisher : Lembaga Riset dan Inovasi Almatani

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55583/jkip.v6i2.1360

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This study aims to analyze the textual function in the Merdeka Belajar English textbook for 11th- grade vocational high school students using the Systemic Functional Linguistics (SFL) approach developed by M.A.K. Halliday. Employing a descriptive qualitative method and the interactive analysis model of Miles, Huberman, and Saldaña (2014), the study examines 37 sentences from exposition and image-based texts in Chapter 1 of the textbook. The analysis focuses on mood types and theme-rheme structures. The findings reveal that declarative mood is the most dominant (78.3%), highlighting the informative and explanatory nature of the texts. Interrogative (18.9%) are used rhetorically to engage readers, while one nominal fragment (2.7%) is also identified. All sentences (100%) contain a complete Theme–Rheme structure. Modal elements and finite verbal operators each appear in 16.2% of the data, indicating interpersonal interaction. Textual markers such as conjunctions (8.1%), conjunctive adjuncts (5.4%), and continuatives (2.7%) further support cohesion.This consistent use of thematic and mood structures supports coherence, facilitates reader comprehension, and enhances the effectiveness of the learning materials. The study provides insights for improving English textbook design tailored to vocational education needs. The analysis reveals that all three textual functions; Topical, Textual, and Interpersonal Themes are realized, with the Topical Theme being the most dominant. This highlights the text’s focus on clarity and structured information flow, while the minimal use of Interpersonal and Textual Themes reflects a formal, straightforward expository style.
The Effectiveness of Think Talk Write (TTW) Strategy in Teaching Writing Analytical Exposition Text Toward Students at SMAN 3 Medan Simangunsong, Suriani; Napitupulu, Fenty Debora; Sidabutar, Usman
Action Research Journal Indonesia (ARJI) Vol. 7 No. 2 (2025): Action Research Journal Indonesia (ARJI)
Publisher : PT. Pusmedia Group Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61227/arji.v7i2.391

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The background of this research is because students of SMA N 3 Medan have weak writing skills in analytical exposition texts due to lack of mastery of vocabulary, grammar, and writing structure. This study aims to examine the effectiveness of Think Talk Write (TTW) strategy in learning to write analytical exposition texts for students in grade XI of SMA Negeri 3 Medan. This study addresses the problem of students' difficulties in writing analytical exposition texts, particularly in organizing ideas and understanding text structures. The study employs a quantitative experimental method with a true experimental design, involving two groups: an experimental class taught using the TTW strategy and a control class taught through conventional methods. The research subjects were 72 class XI students of SMA Negeri 3 Medan who were divided into experimental and control groups. Data were collected through pre-tests and post-tests to measure students' writing performance. The research uses statistical data analysis techniques including normality tests, homogeneity tests, and t-tests. The findings show a significant improvement in the experimental group compared to the control group. The mean post-test score for the experimental group was 84.13, exceeding the control group's mean score of 71.2. In addition, the data collected for this study showed normal distribution. Based on the analysis conducted using the t-test, Tcount = 3.11 was obtained at a significant level of α = 5%, dk (n-1) = 14, so (15-1) = 14, so Ttable = 1.76. It can be concluded that Tcount > Ttable (3.11> 1.76).  The implication of the results of this study is that it shows that the Think Talk Write strategy can be widely adopted by English teachers as a more effective writing learning method than conventional methods to improve students' ability to write analytical exposition texts.
Students’ Performance in Cultural Text Writing Based on Situational Context and Cohesive Devices: A case study of Discourse Analysis Sidabutar, Usman; Sahlan Tampubolon
Jurnal Onoma: Pendidikan, Bahasa, dan Sastra Vol. 10 No. 1 (2024)
Publisher : Universitas Cokroaminoto Palopo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30605/onoma.v10i1.3438

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This research is described to classify cohesive devices and contextualize the cohesive devices on the English Students Writing at HKBP Nommensen University Medan. There is a role that creates importance and urgency regarding the development of writing skills which can be considered a mode related to problems that often arise in writing. Classification and contextualization are polarities for determining the type of text as student writing. Research that applies qualitative methods is considered scientifically to obtain more valid results. The subjects of this study were 50 students on the sixth semester of English Education with research locations at HKBP Nommensen University, Medan. Specifically, for situational context and cohesive devices, the data were comprised to context A, context B and context C. Based on the research results, the classification of cohesive devices is found in varying amounts of student writing, but the totality of the use of Lexical Cohesion tends to be more dominant in student writing, especially in context A with 33 percent. Meanwhile, in context B the use of references accounts for 28 percent of student writing. Context becomes the prompt performance in the teaching process including cohesive devices and context formed by teacher-student interactions in the classroom