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Addressing Low Speaking Proficiency in EFL Students: The Impact of Integrated Teaching Strategies in an Islamic Education Setting Usman, Abdurrahman Hi.; Mahmud, Adi F.
International Journal of Language Education Vol. 8, No. 3, 2024
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Makassar

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26858/ijole.v8i3.66493

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The primary aim of this study was to address the challenges of low speaking proficiency and motivation among second-year students in an Islamic education university department. This was achieved by implementing an integrated teaching strategy within a Classroom Action Research (CAR) framework to enhance students' speaking skills and active involvement in the learning process. The study employed a CAR design, conducted over two cycles. Each cycle comprised four stages: planning, action, observation, and reflection. The intervention involved an integrated teaching strategy that combined multiple language skills—listening, speaking, reading, and writing—within a cohesive instructional framework. Data were collected through post-tests, observation checklists, and reflection notes. Quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and paired sample t-tests, while qualitative data were examined through thematic analysis. The results demonstrated significant improvements in both speaking performance and student engagement between Cycle 1 and Cycle 2. In Cycle 1, the majority of students scored in the "Fair" category, with only 24.39% achieving "Good" scores. Following strategic adjustments, Cycle 2 saw a marked increase in average post-test scores, with 87.80% of students meeting or exceeding the success criteria. The level of active involvement also rose significantly, reflecting the effectiveness of the revised integrated strategy. The findings highlight the value of integrated language instruction and the importance of iterative refinement in teaching methodologies. This study contributes to the theoretical understanding of language acquisition and offers practical insights for EFL educators, particularly in contexts where students face challenges in developing speaking proficiency. The study underscores the need for creating supportive and engaging learning environments that foster student participation and language development.This study provides empirical evidence supporting the effectiveness of integrated teaching strategies in EFL contexts, particularly within Islamic education settings. It demonstrates how Classroom Action Research can be utilized to improve teaching practices and student outcomes continuously. The research offers a model that can be adapted and applied in similar educational contexts to enhance language learning.
Optimization of Guidance and Counseling in Overcoming English Learning Problems for Madrasah Ibtidaiyah Students in Ternate City Usman, Abdurrahman Hi.; Umar, Sitirahia Hi.; A. M. Arif, Nutfah; Adam, Adiyana
Electronic Journal of Education, Social Economics and Technology Vol 6, No 1 (2025)
Publisher : SAINTIS Publishing

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33122/ejeset.v6i1.584

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The purpose of this research is to examine the forms of guidance and counseling (BK) activities conducted at Madrasah Ibtidaiyah (MI) throughout the City of Ternate, as well as the optimization strategies implemented to help students overcome difficulties in learning English. This study uses a qualitative method with a descriptive approach, which allows the researcher to deeply describe the effectiveness of counseling and guidance services in supporting English language learning. The research results show that BK services are systematically integrated into English language learning through classical, individual, and group services. The optimization strategies implemented include preventive, curative, and developmental approaches, aimed at enhancing students' motivation, skills, and confidence in using English. The findings show that the optimization of guidance and counseling services has a positive impact on improving students' English language skills, as well as the development of adaptive and confident character. Although there are challenges such as the limited number of guidance counselors and low parental involvement, collaboration between guidance counselors and English subject teachers is key to improving service effectiveness. This research is expected to contribute to the development of guidance and counseling services at the elementary education level.
The Effectiveness of Teaching Listening Skills through English Movies Usman, Abdurrahman Hi.; Ajam, M. Ridha; Tegamuni, Suhaimi
International Journal of Language Education Vol. 9, No. 2, 2025
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Makassar

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26858/ijole.v1i2.77295

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Teaching English skills requires effective techniques of teaching and teaching media. One of them is movies. This study explores and describes the effectiveness of teaching listening skills through English movies. The objectives of this study are to (1) analyze the description of listening skills through English movies as the media of learning; (2) analyze the description of listening skills without English movies as the media of learning; (3) analyze the effectiveness of the listening skills learning through English movies and without English movies as the media. The study was designed in experimental research employing experimental and control groups of students as the subjects of the study. Each group was treated using different techniques. The treatment began with the pre-test and ended with the post-test as the data collection technique. The instruments used written and oral test items. The data collected were analyzed quantitatively. Based on the data, it was concluded that (1) the average N-gain score for the experimental group is 61% indicating that teaching listening skills using English films is included in the category effective enough; (2)  the average N-gain score for the control group is 38%, the N-gain score is at least 0.00% and a maximum of 64.29% indicating that teaching listening skills without using films in English is included as the ineffective category; (3) there is a difference between average learning outcomes in teaching listening skills using English films and teaching listening skills without using English films (conventional).
The Influence of Background Knowledge on Students’ Translation Results: An Interlingual Translation Usman, Abdurrahman Hi.; Dahlan, Suratman; Daud, Abdulhalim; Mahmud, Adi F.
Journal of Languages and Language Teaching Vol. 10 No. 3 (2022): July
Publisher : Universitas Pendidikan Mandalika

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33394/jollt.v10i3.5189

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This research aims to identify whether students’ background knowledge influenced the translated texts from the source language (SL) into the target language (TL). This research employs descriptive qualitative method design throught the use of semi-structured interviews and observation in one of the state universities in east Indonesia. The participants in this research included 30 students. The documents as students' target texts were used as primary data and the transcripts of semi-structured interviews were used as supporting data. To Analyse the data, the researchers used qualitative ways. Data condensation, data display, and conclusion drawing or verification were used to reveal students’ background knowledge of translation. The data showed that most of the students need background knowledge in the translation of source language into the target language. These reasons confirm that there is a close relationship between background knowledge and translation. It means that in an interlingual translation, even if translators are bilinguals and master the grammar of a language, background knowledge of a text should also be dominated. Moreover, background knowledge is not a single problem for translators, there are also other problems that were found in students’ translation namely new words, complex sentences, reading comprehension, and expression in the target language.
The Social Influence of Da’wah on the Consumptive and Productive Behavior of Muslim Students in North Maluku Usman, Abdurrahman Hi.; Sinen, Nurmala; Evari, Santi; Baharuddin, Nurafni; Abdullah, Nurfahni; Sartoso, Nurana Ibrahim
Electronic Journal of Education, Social Economics and Technology Vol 6, No 2 (2025)
Publisher : SAINTIS Publishing

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33122/ejeset.v6i2.1293

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Student consumptive behavior has become an increasingly complex social phenomenon in the digital era, while social da'wah activities have developed as an important part of Muslim students' social interactions. This study aims to analyze the influence of social da'wah on consumptive and productive behavior of Muslim students in North Maluku. The research employed a quantitative approach with a correlational survey method involving 350 active Muslim students at Khairun University Ternate selected through purposive sampling. Data were collected using a 1-5 Likert scale questionnaire that had been tested for validity and reliability (Cronbach's Alpha ≥0.7), then analyzed using Pearson correlation and multiple linear regression. The results showed that social da'wah had a significant negative effect on consumptive behavior (r = -0.421; p 0.01; R² = 0.176) and a significant positive effect on productive behavior (r = 0.538; p 0.01; R² = 0.289). The influence of social da'wah on productive behavior (28.9%) was greater than on consumptive behavior (17.6%). Dimentional analysis showed that involvement in da'wah communities had the strongest impact compared to campus da'wah activities and social media. There was a dose-response effect where the intensity of involvement was directly proportional to the impact on behavior. This study confirms that social da'wah plays a strategic role in shaping students' character to be wise in consumption and productive in work, and provides an empirical basis for developing more effective campus da'wah programs.
Da’wah Based Sosial Entrepreneurship A Field Study On The Tidore Muslim Community Usman, Abdurrahman Hi.; Bahtiar, Bahtiar; Isbat, Isbat; Sudin, Bayanudin; Salasa, Rifal; Yunus, Muhammad
Electronic Journal of Education, Social Economics and Technology Vol 6, No 2 (2025)
Publisher : SAINTIS Publishing

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33122/ejeset.v6i2.1294

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This research aims to analyze the practice of da'wah-based social entrepreneurship in the Muslim community of Tidore, including its forms of implementation, the integration of da'wah with economic activities, and its impact on the economic empowerment of the community. This research uses a qualitative approach with a field study method thru observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation of religious figures, business owners, and community members. The research results show that social entrepreneurship based on da'wah in Tidore is realized thru community-based micro-enterprises managed collectively by the congregation, such as halal food businesses and basic necessities kiosks. Da'wah integration is carried out thru the model of exemplary da'wah (da'wah bil-hal), where the values of honesty, trustworthiness, and justice are directly implemented in business practices. The impact is evident in increased economic independence, strengthened social solidarity, and the growth of Islamic economic ethics within the community. This research confirms that social entrepreneurship based on da'wah has the potential to become a contextual and sustainable model for empowering the community's economy.
Pemberdayaan Guru Pemberdayaan Guru Madrasah melalui Desain Media Pembelajaran IPA Berbasis STEAM di Kec. Tobelo Utara Kab. Halmahera Utara Abbas, Sukardi; Usman, Abdurrahman Hi.; Mahmud, M. Fikram
Jurnal SOLMA Vol. 15 No. 1 (2026)
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Prof. DR. Hamka (UHAMKA Press)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22236/solma.v15i1.21454

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Background: Kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini dilaksanakan untuk meningkatkan kompetensi guru madrasah dalam mendesain media pembelajaran IPA berbasis Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics (STEAM). Tantangan utama yang dihadapi guru MIS/MTs di Kecamatan Tobelo Utara adalah keterbatasan pemahaman dan keterampilan dalam mengintegrasikan konsep STEAM secara kontekstual ke dalam pembelajaran IPA. Metode: Pelatihan dilakukan melalui pendekatan participatory empowerment berbasis praktik reflektif. Kegiatan meliputi empat tahap yakni sosialisasi konsep STEAM, pelatihan desain media, pendampingan implementasi, dan refleksi hasil pelaksanaan. Sebanyak 25 guru madrasah terlibat sebagai peserta. Pengumpulan data dilakukan melalui angket skala Likert dan observasi lapangan untuk menilai aspek pengetahuan, keterampilan, implementasi, serta keberlanjutan kegiatan. Data yang diperoleh dianalisis secara deskriptif. Hasil: Analisis data menunjukkan peningkatan positif pada seluruh aspek. Aspek pengetahuan memperoleh rata-rata 3,63 (kategori sangat setuju), keterampilan desain media 3,44, implementasi dan refleksi 3,37, serta keberlanjutan 3,43. Secara praktis, capaian ini menunjukkan bahwa pelatihan efektif meningkatkan pemahaman konseptual dan kemampuan aplikatif guru dalam merancang serta mengintegrasikan media pembelajaran berbasis STEAM secara kontekstual. Meskipun demikian, aspek implementasi dan refleksi yang relatif lebih rendah menandakan perlunya pendampingan lanjutan untuk memperkuat kemampuan evaluatif dan inovasi berkelanjutan.