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Challenge and Opportunities: A Qualitative Exploration of Junior High School English Language Educators' Perspectives on Implementing Differentiated Instruction Rahmaniar Rahmaniar; Zulkifli Surahmat; Ahmed Sardi; Ihfa Indira Nurnaifah
JELITA Vol 5 No 1 (2024): Journal of English Language Teaching and Literature (JELITA)
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Barru

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56185/jelita.v5i1.597

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The article explores the implementation of Differentiated Instruction (DI), focusing on the challenges and opportunities faced by English language teachers in junior high schools. The study follows a qualitative approach within a social constructivist worldview, emphasizing the need for tailored strategies to address diverse learning needs. The research questions delve into teachers' perceptions of DI, the challenges encountered, and effective strategies for addressing diversity in the classroom. The proposed strategies reflect a systematic approach to address challenges in differentiated learning. Through team teaching, technology integration, and enhanced knowledge mapping, the study aims to contribute valuable insights into the perspectives of English as a Foreign Language (EFL) teachers on DI. The findings anticipate informing support mechanisms for teachers to meet the diverse needs of their students effectively.
Augmented Reality in 4D Flashcard: The Effects in Teaching Speaking Skill Nanning Nanning; Ismail Latif; Putri Nasrinda; Ahmed Sardi
JELITA Vol 5 No 1 (2024): Journal of English Language Teaching and Literature (JELITA)
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Barru

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56185/jelita.v5i1.641

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The use of augmented reality of 4D flashcard is one of the media that supports teaching English, especially in speaking skills, it can also increase students' confidence and interest in learning. The purpose of this study was to determine whether the use of augmented reality in 4D flashcard can improve students ' speaking skills. This study used a pre-experimental method with one group pre-test and post-test design. The sample of this study was Class XI MIPA 3 consisting of 34 people with classroom random sampling techniques. This research instrument was a test of speaking skills. The results of this study showed that there was an increase in the students’ average score. The pre-test score of students (55.37) is greater than the post-test (71.03). In the significance level p (5%) and T-test value of 2.03 is greater than T-table 16.46 (2.03 ° 16.46). Thus, it can be concluded that the use of augmented reality of 4D flashcard students were able to improve students’ speaking skills. So, the null hypothesis (H0) is rejected, and the alternative hypothesis (Ha) is accepted.
Pronunciation Ability Improvement by Resso Application at The Parepare Senior High School Students Aisyah Ramadani; Kalsum Kalsum; Ahmed Sardi; Agussalim Agussalim
JELITA Vol 5 No 1 (2024): Journal of English Language Teaching and Literature (JELITA)
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Barru

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56185/jelita.v5i1.660

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This research was aimed to find out the improvement of students’ pronunciation ability. This research applied quantitative approach and used quasi experimental design. The population was taken from the second-grade students of SMA Negeri 2 Parepare. The samples in this research were 72 students of experimental and control class. The researcher analyzed the data used t-test formula. The result of the research showed that the English songs technique can improve students’ pronunciation. The mean score of experimental class is 89.72 and the mean score of control class is 54.027. It means that the mean score of experimental class is higher than control class. For the level significant (ɑ) 5% and df = 34 and the value of table is 1,697 while the value of t-test 22,54. It means that the t-test value was greater that t-table value 1,697 table (22,54 ≥ 1.697). On the other word, (Ha) was accepted and (H0) was rejected. It can be concluded that there is a significant difference between students’ pronunciation ability that were taught through Resso’s English song and students who were not taught trough Resso’s English song at SMA Negeri 2 Parepare. It can be underlined that the usage Resso Application gives a great contribution in teaching and learning process on the students’ pronunciation improvement because Resso Application has a good effect. It becomes important for the teachers to increase and develop students’ pronunciation ability.
Analisis Jalur Pengaruh Karakteristik Pekerjaan dan Kepuasan Kerja terhadap Kinerja Guru di SD Negeri 190 Barru Restu Pangestu; Triana Handayani; Muhlis Muhlis; Nur Hasnita; Ahmed Sardi
Jurnal Edukasi Saintifik Vol 4 No 1 (2024): Jurnal Edukasi Saintifik
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Barru

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56185/jes.v4i1.605

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Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui pengaruh karakteristik pekerjaan dan kepuasan kerja terhadap kinerja guru di SD Negeri 190 Barru. Pendidikan dan pembelajaran yang berkualitas sangat bergantung pada seberapa baik kualitas kinerja guru dalam menjalankan tugas akademiknya di sekolah/madrasah. Kinerja guru dipengaruhi oleh banyak faktor antara lain supervisi kepala madrasah, kompetensi profesional, kepuasan kerja dan motivasi guru. Keempat faktor tersebut seharusnya berjalan secara terintegrasi dan berkesinambungan agar berdampak baik terhadap kinerja guru. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kuantitatif dengan metode survei. Populasi penelitian adalah guru SD Negeri 190 Barru yang berjumlah 40 orang. Sampel penelitian diambil dengan menggunakan metode sensus, sehingga jumlah sampel penelitian adalah 40 orang. Data penelitian dikumpulkan melalui kuesioner. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa karakteristik pekerjaan dan kepuasan kerja berpengaruh positif terhadap kinerja guru di SD Negeri 190 Barru. Karakteristik pekerjaan yang berpengaruh positif terhadap kinerja guru adalah tanggung jawab, kesempatan untuk berkembang, dan lingkungan kerja. Kepuasan kerja yang berpengaruh positif terhadap kinerja guru adalah kepuasan dengan pekerjaan, kepuasan dengan gaji, dan kepuasan dengan hubungan interpersonal. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian, dapat disimpulkan bahwa karakteristik pekerjaan dan kepuasan kerja memiliki peran penting dalam meningkatkan kinerja guru. Oleh karena itu, perlu dilakukan upaya untuk meningkatkan karakteristik pekerjaan dan kepuasan kerja guru.
Engaging Strategies for Early Childhood Foreign Language Acquistion: A Systematic Literature Review Surahmat, Zulkifli; Sukmawati, Henni; Tri Muliyana, Agnezia; Rahmaniar, Rahmaniar; Sahibu, Mutmainna; Sardi, Ahmed
JELITA Vol 6 No 2 (2025): Journal of English Language Teaching and Literature (JELITA)
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Barru

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56185/jelita.v6i2.975

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The most appropriate period for learning a new language is considered the early childhood period, when children can learn languages easily and instinctively without, for instance, having to go through tedious textbooks. The objective of this review is to identify the best practices aimed at fostering foreign language acquisition by drawing upon previous empirical studies. The results indicate that the children's language skill development is greatly enhanced when the learning process is made fun through playful activities, and the singing and telling of stories. Structured approaches such as Total Physical Response (TPR), bilingual education, and even the active participation of the parents in the home language environment have been noted to foster language learning as well. Supporting early childhood learners and teachers with creativity and flexible instruction tailored to the rapidly growing characteristics of the children results in effective language acquisition, hence emerges as a key pillar on guiding principles towards successful language mastery. This review indicates that purposely designed instruction towards learners in their early years enhances teaching effectiveness yielding improved results while the use of active, direct, and fun-filled strategies yields better results in mastering languages.
Designing English writing worksheets incorporating Islamic moderation values at an Islamic senior high school in Palopo Masruddin, Masruddin; Rusdiansyah, Rusdiansyah; Ananda, Anisa Zidni; Ermawati, Ermawati; Sardi, Ahmed
Studies in English Language and Education Vol 12, No 2 (2025)
Publisher : Universitas Syiah Kuala

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24815/siele.v12i2.38115

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This study aimed to design an English writing worksheet integrating Islamic moderation values for tenth-grade students at an Islamic senior high school in Palopo, Indonesia. The research employed a Research and Development (RD) design, using the ADDIE model (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation). The worksheet was developed based on a needs analysis conducted with 22 students, following a Task-Based Language Teaching (TBLT) approach. Data collection methods included interviews and a questionnaire for the need analysis, experts validation questionnaires for worksheet evaluation, and a students perception questionnaire. The findings indicated that the designed English writing worksheet, which incorporates Islamic moderation values, consists of: 1) three units of writing materials, 2) five sub-units: Lets Get Ready, Lets Practice, Grammar Focus, Lets Do More, and Lets Review, 3) various task-based language teaching activities, 4) integration of Islamic moderation values, 5) an engaging layout and media, and 6) supplementary skills, including reading, listening, and speaking. The worksheet was tried out with the participants, and the results showed a mean score of 3.8 in the excellent category based on student perceptions. The students interviews supported these findings. In conclusion, the English writing worksheet enhances writing skills and facilitates the practical application of Islamic moderation values in students daily lives.
EDUCATIONAL VALUE THROUGH SEMIOTICS: ANALYZING SONG A MILLION DREAMS TO IAIN PAREPARE STUDENTS Firmansyah JN, Muh; Aswad, Muhammad; Nursal, Muhammad Akbar; Sardi, Ahmed
Al-Irsyad: Journal of Education Science Vol 4 No 2 (2025): Juli 2025
Publisher : Sekolah Tinggi Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan Darud Da'wah Wal Irsyad Pinrang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58917/aijes.v4i2.230

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This study aimed to explore how 8th-semester English Education (PBI) students at IAIN Parepare conducted a semiotic analysis of the song A Million Dreams, performed by Hugh Jackman and Michelle Williams, and to understand their perceptions of the educational values within the lyrics. Using a qualitative descriptive method, the research involved 30 randomly selected students as participants. Data were collected through interviews and voice recordings. The findings revealed that students identified various types of semiotic signs in the lyrics: one lyric represented an icon, six were categorized as indices, and three were recognized as symbols. Regarding educational values, students highlighted several moral lessons conveyed through the song. The values identified included religiousness (1 student), responsibility (6), hard work (13), friendliness (4), appreciation (1), creativity (11), love for reading (7), environmental awareness (2), peace (2), independence (4), curiosity (2), and discipline (2). These responses suggest that A Million Dreams contains a wide range of educational messages that resonate differently with each student, with hard work and creativity being the most frequently recognized. The study underscores the song’s effectiveness in communicating positive values through music and lyrical content.
THE QUALITY OF SUMMATIVE TEST MADE BY EFL TEACHER Kalsum, Kalsum; Sardi, Ahmed; Andini, Nur
Inspiring: English Education Journal Vol 6 No 1 (2023): Inspiring: English Education Journal
Publisher : Institut Agama Islam Negeri Parepare

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35905/inspiring.v6i1.4327

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The purpose of this research was to identity the validity, realibility and difficulty level of summative test made by EFL teacher at eight grade of SMPN 2 Watang Pulu Sidenreng Rappang. The results of this study were beneficial for the teacher and students because they gained proper information about quality of summative test created by EFL Teacher. The samples of this study were 20 students and 1 data of summative test conducted from the teacher. The researcher conducted the research by quantitative method. The data collection technique was taken document of summative English test. The data was analyzed by using validity, reliability and difficulty level analysis. The result of validity was have 0,344 with significance level of 5%. Items of English summative test n as valid 14 items with percentage (70%), invalid items are 6 items with percentage (30%). The reliability is category reliabel showed index 0,82higher than 0,70. Level of difficulty, the total items as easy category there are 2 items (10%), the total of medium category are 12 items test with percentage (60%), and difficult category have 6 items with percentage (30%). From the result above, the level of difficulty of English summative test items have a good category because the medium category more than 50%.
Students' Perceptions of AI-Based Instruction in Academic Writing Course at an Indonesian Private University Setiadi, Muhammad Astrianto; Basri, Muhammad; Sakkir, Geminastiti; Sardi, Ahmed; Rahman, Abd.
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.v1i2.77294

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This study aims to find out how students perceive the integration of AI technology in learning academic writing. This qualitative case study examined the perceptions of 27 English students at Universitas Muhammadiyah Makassar regarding the use of AI tools in their academic writing development. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews, providing rich insights into students' attitudes, perceived benefits, and potential drawbacks of AI-driven instruction. The findings of this study show that there are two types of perceptions towards the application of AI in writing learning: Perceived usefulness and perceived ease of use. Perceived usefulness can be observed through several indicators, including improved academic writing quality, increased efficiency in writing activities, enhanced learning, better grades, and meeting writing requirements. Furthermore, perceived ease of use also has six indicators, namely ease of understanding, ease of use, clarity and understandability, flexibility and adaptability, minimal effort required, and user-friendliness.
Play To Learn: Exploring Gamification in an English Language E-Learning Platform La Ode Rasmin; isma, Adi; Mega Januarti Putri, Andi; Sardi, Ahmed
PROSIDING SEMINAR NASIONAL KEGURUAN DAN PENDIDIKAN (SNKP) Vol. 2 (2024): Prosiding Seminar Keguruan dan Pendidikan (SNKP) 2024
Publisher : LPPM UNIVERSITAS MUHAMMADIYAH MUARA BUNGO

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This study examined how gamification affected students' motivation, participation, teamwork, and learning outcomes in an English-language e-learning platform. Semi-structured interviews and structured observations were used in a qualitative case study. Sixty-two third-semester English education majors from Universitas Sulawesi Barat, Indonesia, participated in the study. They were specifically chosen from two classes that used an e-learning platform with gaming elements. The results showed that gamification components such as incentives, achievements, and challenges considerably enhanced learners' motivation, excitement, and active engagement in English learning activities. Furthermore, gamification fostered positive social interactions, including collaboration, idea-sharing, mutual support, and healthy competition among learners. The observation data corroborated these findings, demonstrating high engagement levels, effective utilization of gamification features, strong focus and persistence, and notable improvements in achieving English learning goals. The study concludes that gamification can produce interesting, fun, and productive learning environments that improve students' motivation, engagement, teamwork, and general success in learning English. It is suggested by the implications that gamification techniques be used to encourage learners' motivation, engagement, and positive social dynamics. Future studies could examine how gamification affects self-regulated learning mechanisms, intrinsic motivation, and language ability over the long run.