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Personality of a Good Language Learner: a Case Study in EFL Context Amalia, Puji Astuti; Aridah, Aridah
Vision: Journal for Language and Foreign Language Learning Vol 10, No 1 (2021)
Publisher : Universitas Islam Negeri Walisongo Semarang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21580/vjv10i18146

This case study aims to explore how the personality traits of a good language learner contributed to her success in language learning. Using a case study design, this study involved one student who met the criteria of a good language learner who became a champion of English competitions. This study used the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator personality test and semi-structured interviews to collect the data. The study showed that Meta's extrovert personality was described as talkative, confident, enthusiastic, and assertive. She understood a problem by talking about it and heard others' ideas in solving problems. As a sensing personality, she was objective and made decisions based on logic and facts to decide both sides. As a thinking person, she always worked with plans, and in making plans, she analyzed the pros and cons. She was objective and consistent in doing what she had planned. Her judging personality described how she dealt with their outer world. She had a decided lifestyle that had helped her achieve her goals in language learning by planning her language learning activities.

Supervisors’ Written Feedback and Students’ Responses Towards Feedback on Undergraduate Research Proposals Aridah, Aridah; Hambali, Muhamad; Ping, Maria Teodora; Setiawan, Iwan; Limbong, Effendi
IJEE (INDONESIAN JOURNAL OF ENGLISH EDUCATION) IJEE (INDONESIAN JOURNAL OF ENGLISH EDUCATION)| VOL. 11 | NO. 1 | 2024
Publisher : Syarif Hidayatullah State Islamic University of Jakarta, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15408/ijee.v11i1.38427

This study explores the types of feedback given by supervisors on undergraduate thesis proposals and investigates how the students respond to the feedback. The data were collected from research proposal pages containing feedback and interview transcripts through a mixed method with a case study design. Four supervised students of the English Department at one university in Samarinda, whose graduation was delayed due to incompletion of their theses, participated in this study. The quantitative data covered the total feedback occurrences and were analyzed using frequency and percentage. The qualitative data were taken from the interview transcript and were analyzed using a coding scheme based on feedback typologies by Ellis (2009), Cárcamo (2020), and Pearson (2022). The findings revealed that from a number of feedback types expected in this study, only 8 were identified, with implicit feedback being the most common. The students perceived supervisors' feedback as helpful and useful for revising their proposals, but they preferred explicit feedback because of its direct error corrections. Some supervisors' comments were unclear, making it difficult for the students to understand and do revisions. Yet, they hesitated to communicate with their supervisors because they were afraid and concerned about politeness. The study highlights the importance of aligning supervisor feedback practices with students' expectations and emphasizes the need for effective communication and good relationships to prevent delays in thesis completion.

STUDENTS’ PERCEPTIONS ON THE USE OF PAPERRATER FOR ESSAY WRITING FEEDBACK Salsabila, Rohiidah; Aridah, Aridah; Setiawan, Iwan
Language Literacy: Journal of Linguistics, Literature, and Language Teaching Vol 9, No 1: June 2025
Publisher : Universitas Islam Sumatera Utara (UISU)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30743/ll.v9i1.11311

This study investigates how EFL students perceive the use of PaperRater as an automated feedback tool in essay writing. Although Grammarly and ChatGPT have received significant attention, PaperRater remains underexplored. Using a qualitative narrative inquiry approach, three Indonesian undergraduate students shared their experiences via interviews and by submitting annotated drafts for analysis. The results show that PaperRater helped them improve grammar, vocabulary, and sentence structure by providing quick feedback that encouraged independent revision. However, they also faced several challenges, such as unclear suggestions, occasional inaccuracies, and the tool’s inability to address more complex writing aspects like argument development and coherence. Although some students initially found the interface confusing, they gradually became more comfortable using it. Overall, PaperRater was seen as a helpful tool for correcting surface-level errors, but it still needed to be combined with teacher feedback and other tools to support deeper writing improvement. This study emphasizes the importance of using automated tools thoughtfully and in balance with human guidance. Further research with a larger group of participants is recommended to explore long-term effects.

Twitter as a Discussion Space: Exploring Students' English Communication Patterns Putra, Setoaji; Syamdianita, Syamdianita; Aridah, Aridah; Rusmawaty, Desy; Kalukar, Ventje Jany
Borneo Educational Journal (Borju) Vol. 7 No. 2 (2025): 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.v7i2.2081

This study investigates how students in the English Department at Mulawarman University use Twitter as an informal platform to improve their English communication skills. Unlike traditional classrooms, Twitter offers a relaxed, real-time environment where students interact in English through tweets, slang, memes, and interactions with classmates. Using a qualitative narrative research approach, data were collected from six students and one instructor through semi-structured interviews. Thematic analysis revealed three main findings: students learn English informally through daily practice and self-motivation; they adapt to a flexible communication style influenced by online slang and global discourse; and they benefit from peer interactions that provide feedback, vocabulary models, and confidence-building. This study concludes that Twitter functions not only as a social media tool but also as a dynamic space for authentic, self-directed, and culturally embedded language learning. Unlike previous studies that focus on the formal integration of social media in education, this research highlights the non-academic motivations driving meaningful engagement with English. While acknowledging limitations such as deliberate sampling and digital access, this study offers new insights into how digital platforms support socio-linguistic language development. The research recommends further investigation into long-term impacts and broader student populations to understand the educational value of informal digital learning environments.

Contextualizing English Language Learning: Islamic Stories as Teaching Materials in ELT Maesaroh, Dwi Titi; Susilo, Susilo; Aridah, Aridah; Iswari, Weningtyas Parama; Asih, Yuni Utami; Suhatmady, Bibit
Southeast Asian Journal of Islamic Education Vol 8 No 1 (2025): Southeast Asian Journal of Islamic Education, June 2025
Publisher : Faculty of Education and Teacher Training of UINSI Samarinda

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21093/sajie.v8i1.11513

Driven by the growing awareness of cultural relevance in English language teaching (ELT), this study presents the development of English materials based on Islamic stories for Islamic schools. This study aims to describe the design of English teaching materials that integrate Islamic values in response to the lack of culturally appropriate resources available to teachers in Islamic educational settings. This study used a qualitative approach to describe the process of developing teaching materials from Islamic stories through the development stages. The primary data consists of drafts of teaching materials at each development stage, from initial design through revisions to the final prototype. Supporting data is obtained from literature, learning theories, and teaching materials design principles, which serve as the foundation for each development step. The development process involved determining learning goals, selecting and adapting content, texts, and tasks, instructions, and learning outcomes assessment. The materials were carefully designed to meet students’ linguistic level and moral development goals. In the process, the researchers do self-evaluation, consultation with experts, and revision to produce high-quality materials. This study highlights the broader framework of Islamization of knowledge in ELT, emphasizing the importance of aligning language learning with Islamic worldviews. By offering culturally and spiritually relevant learning resources, the materials developed in this study provide English teachers with practical tools to foster both language proficiency and religious character education in Muslim learners.

Bridging the Gap: Challenges Faced by Pre-service Teachers in Creating Interactive Video Assessments Dayu Kalpiko Retno, Rafifa; Limbong , Effendi; Aridah, Aridah; Rusmawaty, Desy; Syamdianita
Ethical Lingua: Journal of Language Teaching and Literature Vol. 12 No. 2 (2025): Volume 12 No 2 October 2025
Publisher : Universitas Cokroaminoto Palopo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30605/25409190.875

This study explores the challenges that pre-service teachers face when developing interactive video assessments, with a focus on the technological, pedagogical and psychological aspects involved. While interactive videos have been shown to increase student engagement, some pre-service teachers struggle to create them. Three English education students from Mulawarman University were purposefully selected for the study. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews and focus group discussions and analysed using thematic analysis. The findings revealed technical challenges like unstable internet and delayed AI. Pedagogical challenges such as teachers relied heavily on AI, and limiting creativity. Psychological challenges when participants did not trust the accuracy of AI or the grammar of AI-generated questions, necessitating additional scrutiny. Despite these challenges, the study showed that participants transitioned from passively accepting the AI's output to actively adapting and refining it. This demonstrates that, when teachers take ownership of the contextualisation of materials, interactive video assessments can be effective, provided they are supported by thorough training in digital pedagogy and AI literacy.

Supervisors’ Written Feedback and Students’ Responses Towards Feedback on Undergraduate Research Proposals Aridah, Aridah; Hambali, Muhamad; Ping, Maria Teodora; Setiawan, Iwan; Limbong, Effendi
IJEE (Indonesian Journal of English Education) IJEE (INDONESIAN JOURNAL OF ENGLISH EDUCATION)| VOL. 11 | NO. 1 | 2024
Publisher : Syarif Hidayatullah State Islamic University of Jakarta, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15408/ijee.v11i1.38427

This study explores the types of feedback given by supervisors on undergraduate thesis proposals and investigates how the students respond to the feedback. The data were collected from research proposal pages containing feedback and interview transcripts through a mixed method with a case study design. Four supervised students of the English Department at one university in Samarinda, whose graduation was delayed due to incompletion of their theses, participated in this study. The quantitative data covered the total feedback occurrences and were analyzed using frequency and percentage. The qualitative data were taken from the interview transcript and were analyzed using a coding scheme based on feedback typologies by Ellis (2009), Cárcamo (2020), and Pearson (2022). The findings revealed that from a number of feedback types expected in this study, only 8 were identified, with implicit feedback being the most common. The students perceived supervisors' feedback as helpful and useful for revising their proposals, but they preferred explicit feedback because of its direct error corrections. Some supervisors' comments were unclear, making it difficult for the students to understand and do revisions. Yet, they hesitated to communicate with their supervisors because they were afraid and concerned about politeness. The study highlights the importance of aligning supervisor feedback practices with students' expectations and emphasizes the need for effective communication and good relationships to prevent delays in thesis completion.

EFL STUDENTS’ ACCEPTANCE OF DEEPL TRANSLATION: A TECHNOLOGY ACCEPTANCE MODEL STUDY Cahyani, Reihayyu Dwi; Syamdianita, Syamdianita; Aridah, Aridah; Iswari, Weningtyas Parama; Ahada, Ichi
Lire Journal (Journal of Linguistics and Literature) Vol. 9 No. 3 (2025): Lire Journal (Journal of Linguistics and Literature)
Publisher : Elite Laboratory Jurusan Sastra Inggris Universitas Bangka Belitung

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33019/ire.v9i3.535

This study applied the Technology Acceptance Modes (TAM)framework to investigates university EFL students' acceptance of DeepL machine translation tool, focusing on how frequency of use influences their perceptions. A descriptive qualitative approach was used involving purposive sampling of four students in semi-structured interviews. A short questionnaire was administered beforehand to classify participants into two categories, two frequent and two infrequent DeepL users. of the machine translation tool DeepL in the context of learning English as Foreign Language (EFL), involving four participants (two frequent users and two infrequent users). The results showed that frequent users found DeepL valuable for vocabulary acquisition, translation accuracy, and academic writing support, whereas infrequent users highlighted limitations such as the lack of a paraphrasing feature and issues with formality. These differences suggest that usage frequency significantly impacts perceived usefulness and ease of use of the tool. This study is among the first to extend the TAM framework to a machine translation tool like DeepL, addressing a gap in MT research by examining the role of usage frequency. The findings offer both theoretical and practical significance, providing insights into how MT tools can be more effectively integrated into EFL learning.

Strategic Code-Switching in Indonesian EFL Classroom: Forms, Functions, and Students Perspective Maharani Azzahra, Yunita; Aridah, Aridah; Teodora Ping, Maria; Syamdianita, Syamdianita; A.K. Amarullah
Borneo Educational Journal (Borju) Vol. 8 No. 1 (2026): 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.v8i1.2318

This study examined the forms and functions of lecturers’ code-switching in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) classroom interaction in Indonesian higher education. Using a qualitative descriptive design, data were collected through classroom observations and student interviews and analyzed thematically. The study focused on naturally occurring interactions across multiple lessons to capture authentic language use. The findings reveal three main forms of code-switching: inter-sentential, intra-sentential, and tag switching, with inter- and intra-sentential appearing more salient during explanatory and instructional sessions. Functionally, code-switching was used toexplain material, give instructions, check understanding, build rapport, and manage classroom behavior. Students reported that code-switching supported their understanding while still maintaining the use of English as the main instructional language. These results indicate that lecturers’ code-switching is a patterned and interactionally grounded practice, demonstrating how bilingual resources can be effectively leveraged to enhance learning outcomes and student engagement in Indonesian EFL classrooms.

Overcoming Speaking Anxiety: A Study on Students’ Preferred Strategies in English Language Learning Herlina, Herlina; Aridah, Aridah; Hermagustiana, Istanti; Sunggingwati, Dyah; Syamdianita, Syamdianita
Journal of Language and Literature Studies Vol. 6 No. 1 (2026): March
Publisher : Lembaga Penelitian dan Pemberdayaan Masyarakat (LITPAM)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36312/jolls.v6i1.3383

Speaking anxiety is a major challenge for students learning English as a foreign language. It often arises from fear of making mistakes, limited vocabulary, poor pronunciation, and the pressure of being judged. This study explores how English Education students at Mulawarman University experience and manage speaking anxiety. Using a qualitative design with semi-structured interviews involving three participants, data were analyzed thematically to identify patterns in causes, triggers, and coping strategies. The findings reveal that anxiety is most intense during formal tasks such as presentations or spontaneous questioning. Students adopt strategies like self-practice, note preparation, breathing techniques, self-recording, and peer support to reduce anxiety. These approaches gradually enhance confidence and improve speaking performance. The study concludes that emotional and instructional support from teachers and peers significantly reduces anxiety levels. Implications suggest that educators should foster supportive classroom environments and integrate reflective speaking practices to help students overcome fear and participate actively in English communication.

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