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Bahasa Inggris St. Hartina; Fitria Ningsih, Anjelita; Sahraini
elstic : english language linguistics culture Vol 4 No 1 (2024): Volume 04, Number 01, April 2024
Publisher : Univeristas Islam Negeri (UIN) Alauddin Makassar

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24252/elstic-ij.v4i1.46277

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This research aimed to analyze the students’ difficulties and causes in writing descriptive text. It applied a descriptive qualitative research design. The subjects of the research are a class of students in a senior high school in Palopo, South Sulawesi, Indonesia. The data were collected through documentation, interview, and observation. Based on the results of this study, three general difficulties were found for students in writing descriptive text, including 1) difficult to follow the generic structure of descriptive text; 2) difficult to use the linguistic features, and 3) misuse of writing mechanics. These difficulties are caused by several factors, including 1) the students are less in writing practice, 2) lack of writing ideas, 3) lack of vocabulary mastery, 4) lack of motivation in learning English. It is suggested that writing descriptive text should be learned and taught intensively.
Exploring English Teachers' Perception of the Ruang GTK Platform Implementation in Senior High Schools in Palopo Yanti, Lestari; Sahraini; Magfirah Thayyib
FOSTER: Journal of English Language Teaching Vol. 6 No. 4 (2025): FOSTER JELT
Publisher : Faculty of Education and Teacher Training of UIN Palopo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24256/foster-jelt.v6i4.264

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This study explores English teachers’ perceptions of the implementation of the Ruang Guru dan Tenaga Kependidikan (Ruang GTK) at SMAN 2 Palopo and SMKN 1 Palopo. As a transformation of PMM, Ruang GTK aims to facilitate teacher professional development, support performance management, and promote innovative teaching aligned with the Merdeka Curriculum. Employing a qualitative descriptive method, the data were collected through interviews, classroom observations, and document analysis involving twelve English teachers. The results indicate that most participants expressed favorable views toward the platform, particularly valuing its ease of access, the practicality of self-directed learning modules such as Pelatihan Mandiri, Diklat, Komunitas, Inspirasi Pembelajaran dan Dokumen Rujukan. These features improved teaching and learning quality. Nevertheless, several underutilized features of the Ruang GTK platform such as Perangkat Ajar, Refleksi Kompetensi, and Sertifikasi Pendidik present key challenges related to relevance, accessibility, and functionality. Teachers noted that the content lacks contextualization for vocational education, some features remain inaccessible, and others offer limited value for non-PPG users. The findings underscore the need for further refinement of the platform to ensure its effectiveness across diverse teaching contexts. This study offers insights into technology-based professional development and highlights the relevance of constructivist learning theory in teaching practice.