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Fostering Speaking Confidence in Indonesian EFL Learners: Teaching Strategies at Cambridge English School Ulpa, Sulistiana; Tahir, Muhammad; Amin, Fatimah Hidayahni
International Journal of Language, Education, and Literature Vol. 2 No. 3 (2025): July
Publisher : International Journal of Language, Education, and Literature

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Speaking confidence is a crucial factor in successful English language learning, particularly in EFL settings where anxiety and low self-esteem often hinder oral participation. This qualitative study investigates the teaching strategies employed by English teachers at Cambridge English School, a private language institution in Makassar, Indonesia, to foster students’ confidence in speaking. Utilizing classroom observations and in-depth interviews with three experienced teachers, the study applies Braun and Clarke’s thematic analysis to identify six key strategies: reflective questioning, warm-up activities, use of relevant and authentic topics, mixed-ability group work, prioritizing fluency over accuracy, and encouraging feedback. Findings reveal that mixed-ability groupings serve as a vital mechanism for peer scaffolding and emotional support, consistent with socio-constructivist and social cognitive theories. Other strategies contribute to creating a psychologically safe and motivating environment that enhances students’ willingness to communicate. The study underscores the importance of learner-centered practices that integrate cognitive and affective dimensions to build speaking confidence. Implications for EFL teaching and teacher training include deliberate group composition and fluency-focused instruction to foster risk-taking and spontaneous speech. This research bridges theory and practice, offering practical insights for educators aiming to cultivate oral confidence in diverse EFL classrooms.
The Comparative Study between Science and Social Students in Learning English Speaking through Problem-Based Learning Mandan, Tree Wahyuni; Weda, Sukardi; Amin, Fatimah Hidayahni
EduLine: Journal of Education and Learning Innovation Vol. 5 No. 2 (2025)
Publisher : PT ARRUS Intelektual Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35877/454RI.eduline3919

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This research aimed to measure the comparison of the students’ learning motivation and attitude towards the implementation of teaching English speaking through Problem-Based Learning. The method applied was quantitative with comparative design in which 30 science and 30 social students in year eleventh of SMA Negeri 13 Makassar (XI. IPA 5 and XI. IPS 2) become the samples. The researcher used a questionnaire as the research instrument. The results showed that the science students got higher motivation in learning English than social students. In terms of learning attitudes, science students' responses tended to show higher interest and activeness in learning English toward the implementation of Problem-Based Learning than social studies students. Therefore, it can be inferred that the science students in year eleventh of SMA Negeri 13 Makassar have better speaking skills than the social students through the Problem-Based Learning model.
From Directives to Dialogic Voice: Mapping Upward–Downward Communication and Its Barriers in an Indonesian Automotive Marketing Division Amin, Fatimah Hidayahni; Mulfi, Muhammad Naufal Putra Audy; Sunusi, Seny Luhriyani; Hanafie, Nurharsya Khaer; Sakkir, Geminastiti
ELT Worldwide: Journal of English Language Teaching Vol 12, No 1: April
Publisher : Pascasarjana Universitas Negeri Makassar

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This study analyzed upward and downward communication between employers and employees at PT Bosowa Berlian Motor Makassar. It focused on the phrases and barriers affecting the effective communication. This study employed qualitative research, gathering data through observations with audio recordings and interviews. The subjects were the employers and employees in PT. Bosowa Berlian Motor who were selected purposively considering their availability in the office.  The findings reveal that the phrases in terms of the language functions differ in upward and downward communication. For upward communication typically involved suggestions, performance reports, and problem disclosures, while downward communication contained instructions, feedback, and socialization. Key communication barriers were perceptual, emotional, and language obstacles, which were found to hinder message clarity and efficiency. Enhancing openness and consistency of feedback was suggested as a way to improve organizational communication.
CORRELATION AMONG THE STUDENTS’ READING HABITS, PERSONALITY, AND READING COMPREHENSION Irfan, Luthfia Nurhanisa; Amin, Fatimah Hidayahni; Salija, Kisman
JTechLP: Journal of Technology in Language Pedagogy Vol 4, No 1, March (2025): JTechLP: Journal of Technology in Language Pedagogy
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Makassar

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This research aimed to find a significant correlation among the reading habits, personality, and reading comprehension of students at SMA Negeri 6 Bulukumba. This research applied a quantitative method with a correlational design. There were 35 students as the sample, taken by using the cluster random sampling technique. The data was collected through reading habit and personality questionnaires and reading tests. The results of this research according to correlational analysis showed there was a significant correlation between the independent variables (students' personality and reading habits) and the dependent variable (students' reading comprehension). The sig. F. change value of this research was 0.044 which was less than 0.05 and the R value of 0.422 showed a 'medium' correlation. This research indicated that extroversion and introversion did not significantly impact reading comprehension directly, the combination of reading habits and personality traits showed a meaningful correlation with reading comprehension.
Empowerment and Training of D4 Applied English of FBS UNM Students in Ornamental Plant Business Management: Pemberdayaan dan Pelatihan Mahasiswa D4 Bahasa Inggris Terapan FBS UNM dalam Pengelolaan Usaha Tanaman Hias Jefri, Riny; Wahid, Abdul; Hajar, Andi; Amin, Fatimah Hidayahni; Sunusi, Seny Luhriyani
Mattawang: Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat Vol. 5 No. 1 (2024)
Publisher : Yayasan Ahmar Cendekia Indonesia

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The occurrence of Covid-19 resulted in a decrease in people's income levels which was also experienced by several student families, especially in the UNM Applied English study program. These problematic conditions became the reason for the service team to plan community service activities for students of the Bahasa Inggri Terapan D4 FBS UNM. This service activity is carried out in the form of a seminar as an introduction to ornamental plant entrepreneurship, ornamental plant business management and how to do online marketing. This seminar is an introductory stage and a discussion session to share experiences in managing an ornamental plant business, so that students can participate and be successful with their ornamental plant business in the future. It is hoped that the ornamental plant business can help their family's economy so that they can focus more on continuing their studies in the future. Abstrak Terjadinya Covid-19 mengakibatkan penurunan tingkat penghasilan masyarakat juga dialami oleh beberapa keluarga mahasiswa khususnya di prodi Bahasa Inggris terapan UNM. Kondisi permasalahan tersebut menjadi alasan bagi tim pengabdi untuk melakukan rencana kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat bagi mahasiwa Prodi Bahasa Inggris Terapan D4 FBS UNM. Kegiatan pengabdian ini dilaksanankan dalam bentuk seminar sebagai pengenalan kewirausahan tanaman hias, managemen pengelolaan usaha tanaman hias dan bagaimana melakukan pemasaran secara online. Seminar ini merupakan tahap pengenal dan sesi diskusi share pengalaman mengelola usaha tanaman hias, agar para mahasiswa dapat mengikuti dan sukses dengan usaha tanaman hias mereka dikemudian hari. Usaha tanaman hias diharapkan dapat membantu perekonomian keluarga mereka sehingga mereka dapat lebih fokus melanjutkan tugas studi mereka dimasa depan.
Assistance in Creating Google Scholar and SINTA Accounts for New Lecturers in the English Education Department Sakkir, Geminastiti; Wahyuni, Ika Yuli; Ariyani, Amra; Amin, Fatimah Hidayahni; Adys, Himala Praptami
Mattawang: Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat Vol. 6 No. 1 (2025)
Publisher : Yayasan Ahmar Cendekia Indonesia

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The assistance in creating Google Scholar and SINTA (Science and Technology Index) accounts for new lecturers in the English Education Study Program aims to facilitate them in utilizing these two academic platforms as part of their personal and professional development. Mentoring activities are carried out for one new lecturer, using a lecture method followed by direct practice in creating a Google Scholar and SINTA account. The result of this assistance was the formation of two accounts, which were immediately filled with three articles that had been published and registered in each account and the two accounts were synchronized. This process makes it easy for new lecturers to start their academic digital careers.
Students’ Perception Towards the Implementation of the HyFlex Learning Model in the English Department Putriani, Putriani; Amin, Fatimah Hidayahni; Luhriyani, Seny
Journal of Excellence in English Language Education Vol 4, No 2, April (2025): Journal of Excellence in English Language Education
Publisher : Program Studi Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris FBS UNM

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26858/joeele.v4i2, April.72632

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This research aims to understand students' perceptions of the HyFlex learning model. The method used was descriptive qualitative to describe the research subject. Data were collected through observation, questionnaire distribution, and interviews. The results showed that most students in the English department of Universitas Negeri Makassar support the HyFlex learning model, which provides significant flexibility in accessing materials and participating in class. There are several reasons underlying students' support for this model, among others: flexibility of access, increased engagement, customized learning experiences, technological adaptation, and adjustment to individual needs. In addition, the HyFlex model also requires several supporting aspects, namely: learner flexibility, flexible learning design, supporting technology, effective classroom management, fair evaluation, supportive physical infrastructure and technology, flexible lecturer engagement, commitment to collaboration and interaction
THE EMPLOYEES’S ACTIVITIES IN WORKING ON ENGLISH DOCUMENTS AT PT. IRAMASUKA TOURS AND TRAVEL Ansari Abdillah; M. Tahir; Amin, Fatimah Hidayahni
International Journal of Business English and Communication Vol 1 No 3 (2023): July
Publisher : Bahasa Inggris Program Sarjana Terapan, Universitas Negeri Makassar

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This research is descriptive qualitative research that aims to find out the activities of employers and employees in working on English documents at PT. Iramasuka. The subjects of this research were employers and employees. The sample consists of 4 respondents. In conducting this research, data were obtained using interview questions, observation checklist, and questionnaires. The results of the data shows that the activities carried out at PT. Iramasuka in the business communication division is correspondence conducted in the office, including making agreement letters, confirmation letters,reading and informing cooperation agreements. The product division creates and designs products to be marketed, discusses and provides suggestions and ideas for further products that have the potential to be marketed. In the promotion section, creative and attractive product ideas are designed so that they can attract the attention of customers. Based on the findings above, the researcher concluded that many activities through documents were carried out at PT. Iramasuka uses the English language and skills.
Rereading and Discussing Drama Text “Topekkong Agreement” in Stimulate Students’ English Performance Syukri, Muhammad; Amir, Rahma Melati; Amin, Fatimah Hidayahni
JLE: Journal of Literate of English Education Study Program Vol 6 No 1 (2025): Volume 6 Number 1 July 2025
Publisher : Universitas Islam Ahmad Dahlan (UIAD)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47435/jle.v6i1.3715

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The objective of the research is to find out and describe how can rereading and discussing drama text “Topekkong Agreement “stimulate the students English performance. The research applied Mixed Method, combines quantitative and qualitative approach by essentially mixing both quantitative and qualitative data in a single study. The purpose of mixed methods research is to build up the synergy and strength exist between quantitative and qualitative research methods in order to fully understand a phenomenon is possibly using either qualitative or quantitative alone. The object of the research was the fifth grade of English and Literature Department that cconsisted of 28 students whom were divided into sixt group discussions. The research result indicates that students’ English Performance by using drama text significantly stimulate where it gained a development, the mean score of pretest is 6,63, which is categorized as fairly good and posttest is 7.83 its categorized as good (8.05 > 6.80) and the standard deviation was 0.47 pretest and standard deviation of posttest was 0.62. The T score is ( -18.90) the probability test is (1,666) so the result of score -18.90 < 1,666. H0 is reject. It means that there is significantly between pretest and posttest by rereading and discussing drama text to stimulate English performance. The questionnaires were used to find out the students interest after being taught through rereading and discussing the local drama text. Based on the result of data analysis, the researcher concluded that rereading and discussing drama text from local history can stimulate the students’ English performance in two aspects they are English performance that consists of speaking accuracy, fluency, and comprehensibility, Furthermore, rereading and discussing activities generate aspects imitative, intensive, responsive, transactional (dialogue), interpersonal, and extensive.
Students’ Perception on the Implementation of Teachers’ Verbal and Nonverbal Immediacy Behaviors on Enhancing Their English Learning Motivation Nurdzizati, Ainun; Muhayyang, Maemuna; Amin, Fatimah Hidayahni; Tahir, Muhammad
Indonesian Journal of Educational Studies Vol 28, No 1 (2025): Indonesian Journal of Educational Studies (Early Access)
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Makassar

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26858/ijes.v28i1.74697

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This study explores students’ perceptions of the implementation of teachers’ verbal and nonverbal immediacy behaviors in enhancing their English learning motivation. A quantitative research method was employed, with questionnaires used as the primary instrument for data collection. The study was conducted at SMAN 22 Makassar, involving 60 eleventh-grade students as respondents. The data obtained through the questionnaires were analyzed using descriptive statistical analysis. The findings revealed that students held generally positive perceptions toward both verbal and nonverbal immediacy behaviors demonstrated by their teachers. Among the most highly valued behaviors were showing concern, using humor, giving praise or positive feedback, smiling, standing with confidence, and employing expressive vocal tones. These results indicate that students are more motivated to engage in English learning when their teachers communicate in ways that foster emotional connection, attentiveness, and encouragement
Co-Authors A. Muliati Abdul Wahid Adys, Himala Praptami Ali, Diana Fitri Amir, Rahma Melati Amirullah -, Amirullah Andini, Andi Nurul Ansari Abdillah Aprianar, Elda Arifa, Arifa Ariyani, Amra Asfah, Indrawaty Ashabul Kahfi Susanto Asmira, Dewi Asrat, Nurul Astaina Aswati, Dewi Athyah, Andi Ummy Awwaliyah, Andi Astri Bahrun, St. Rahmaniah Burhamzah, Muftihaturrahmah Fadillah, Strahayu Faiqah, Afifah Fauzan, Surya Fitriani Fortuna, Nurkhaira Ariendita Geminastiti Sakkir Hajar, Andi Hamzah, Harniwati Hanafie, Nurharsya Khaer Hanafie, Nurharsyah Khaer Haryanto Atmowardoyo, Haryanto Heni Pujiastuti Heriyanti Himaya Praptani Adys Humairah, Andi Ananda Irfan, Luthfia Nurhanisa Ismail, Ishafiuddin Isna Humaera, Isna Jafar, Muhammad Basri Jaya, Muhammad Fahri Jefry, Riny Jufri, Ismubaraqah Kala'allo, Teresia Octavia Kamila, Athiya Karim, Try Saputra Kisman Salija, Kisman M. Jufrianto, M. Jufrianto M. Tahir Maemuna Muhayyang Mandan, Tree Wahyuni Mansur, Musdalifah Masthurah, Nur Mohamad, Andi Riswan Muhammad Syukri Muhammad Tahir Mulfi, Muhammad Naufal Putra Audy Murni Mahmud Mustari, Ichwan Mytra, Prima Nasrullah Nasrullah Nasta, Mardiayanah Nawir, HJ Nurdiana Nawir, Hj. Nurdiana Nawir, Nurdiana Noni, Nurdin Novia, Lely NUR AENI Nurdzizati, Ainun Nurlailah Nurlailah, Nurlailah Patak, Andi Anto Putriani, Putriani Rachmadi, Nisa Amalia Rahman, Kurnia Rahmat, Nur Ainun Ramdani, Amaliah Reskyani, Reskyani Riny Jefri, Riny Rosi, Saparuddin Ryan Rayhana Sofyan, Ryan Rayhana Safaitri, Citra Dwi Sahril Nur Sattar, Muhammad Sembiring, Surya Anantatama Seny Luhriyani Sunusi Shalihah, Andi Musfiqah Sri Wahyuni Sudding, Muhammad Fahri Jaya Sukardi Weda, Sukardi Syarifuddin Dollah Ulpa, Sulistiana Ulwiah, Pitrah Umar, Nur Fadhilah Usman, Misnawaty Wahyuni, Ika Yuli Zalsabilla, Fira Rizky Suciana