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Challenges and Opportunities Facing Mataram English Teachers in Academic Publication Dewi, Mahdalena; Yusra, Kamaludin; Lestari, Yuni Budi; Sujana, I Made
JIIP - Jurnal Ilmiah Ilmu Pendidikan Vol. 5 No. 11 (2022): JIIP (Jurnal Ilmiah Ilmu Pendidikan)
Publisher : STKIP Yapis Dompu

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | Full PDF (454.6 KB) | DOI: 10.54371/jiip.v5i11.1136

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This study is aimed to identified challenges and opportunities facing Mataram English teachers in academic publication. The data of lecturer were collected by using questionnaire and interviews 25 junior high school English teachers in MGMP (Musyawarah Guru Mata Pelajaran) Bahasa Inggris Kota Mataram. The data were descriptively analyst by identifying, classifying, describing, explaining, the challenges and opportunities. The study found that time, academic writing skill, motivation, confidence, and supporting facilities an responsible to lack of academic publication amount English teachers. Nonetheless, opportunities is result from teachers in developing self in personal skill, writing skill, and skill in accessing academic resources for people wring in academic publication.
THE CHALLENGES IN IMPLEMENTING DIFFERENTIATED INSTRUCTION IN ENGLISH CLASSSES : A CASE STUDY IN AN EASTERN INDONESIA CONTEXT Pendi Rosadi; Lestari, Yuni Budi; Hadi, Makmur
Ethical Lingua: Journal of Language Teaching and Literature Vol. 11 No. 1 (2024): Volume 11 No 1 April 2024
Publisher : Universitas Cokroaminoto Palopo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30605/25409190.669

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The Merdeka Curriculum is the current Indonesian curriculum that suggests the implementation of Differentiated Instruction (DI) to cater to students with different learning styles, needs, and abilities. This study aims to identify and describe the teachers knowledge of the concept of Differentiated Instruction and the challenges of implementation DI in English Classes. This study used a descriptive qualitative research design. The data of the study were collected through in-depth interviews. The collected data were then analyzed using content analysis. This research was conducted in a government senior high school in West Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia. Three English teachers were purposively selected to be the participants of the study. From the results of the study, it was found that the teachers have a good understanding of the basic concept of direct instruction. The study also found several challenges facing the teachers in implementing DI which include the big class size, constraints with time and resources to design and deliver material for different learners. This study suggests that teachers play an active role as a facilitator for students in every learning process and are able to recognize the characters, learning interests of students, and learning styles of different students.
An Analysis of Factors Causing Students’ Reticence in Speaking Classes Artarini, Ni Putu Sita; Amin, Muhammad; Lestari, Yuni Budi; Junaidi, Ahmad
Jurnal Ilmiah Profesi Pendidikan Vol. 9 No. 3 (2024): Agustus
Publisher : Fakultas Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan, Universitas Mataram

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29303/jipp.v9i3.2507

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This research describes factors causing many students in an EFL classroom struggle with speaking due to reticence, which significantly impacts their language learning and academic achievement. This study aims to identify and describe the factors causing students' reticence and propose possible strategies to cope with students' reticence in speaking classes in the English Education Department. It applied a descriptive qualitative approach, chosen specifically to offer a straightforward description of the phenomenon of the research. Data collection for this study was carried out using observation and interviews. This study involved 13 students as the sample of reticence students. The results revealed nine (9) key factors causing students' reticence in speaking classes. These include anxiety, personality (introverted), lack of confidence, lack of motivation, and low English proficiency. Additionally, fear of negative evaluation, unwillingness to participate, comparison with peers, and uncomfortable classroom atmosphere were identified as significant contributors to students' reluctance to engage in speaking activities. The findings also comprise the strategies to cope with students’ reticence in speaking classes involved classroom arrangements which refers to students’ seating position that makes students participate more and enjoy the class with their peers and using an appropriate teaching method.
Gamer and Non-gamer Students in Listening Skills: A Comparative Study of Third Semester Students in Academic Year 2023/2024 Alfian, Ali; Amin, Muhammad; Lestari, Yuni Budi
Journal of English Education Forum (JEEF) Vol. 4 No. 2 (2024): APR-JUN 2024
Publisher : Program Studi Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29303/jeef.v4i2.613

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This study aims to reveal if there are significant differences in extensive listening skills between gamer and non-gamer of 3rd-semester students at the University of Mataram. The subject of the study involves the 3rd-semester students in the English department of Mataram University which consists of 10 students in total, by using a questionnaire to divide between gamer and non-gamer students, the researcher found that 5 of them are gamers and 5 others are non-gamers. After dividing the students into two groups, they were given TOEIC listening tests to check their listening scores, and the data collected were checked using the independent sample t-test scaling method. From the result of the analysis, it was found that the critical t-value is 2.306 which is smaller than the t-value which is 3.952. Therefore the null hypothesis is rejected which means there are significant differences between gamer and non-gamer of 3rd-semester students at the University of Mataram.
The Effect of Songs in Teaching English Vocabulary at The Seventh Grade of SMPN 1 Labuapi Rahayu, Mita; Kamaludin, Kamaludin; Azis, Atri Dewi; Lestari, Yuni Budi
Jurnal Ilmiah Profesi Pendidikan Vol. 9 No. 4 (2024): November
Publisher : Fakultas Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan, Universitas Mataram

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29303/jipp.v9i4.2809

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This research investigates the impact of using songs on English vocabulary acquisition among seventh-grade students at SMPN 1 Labuapi. It explores how songs can enhance vocabulary learning, boost student engagement, and create a more enjoyable learning environment. A quasi-experimental design was used, comprising a control group and an experimental group. Pre-tests and post-tests assessed vocabulary improvements. Results indicate that the experimental group demonstrated greater advancements in vocabulary mastery than the control group, highlighting the effectiveness of songs in language education.
Bimtek Penulisan Artikel Bereputasi bagi Guru-Guru Bahasa Inggris di Indonesia Yusra, Kamaludin; Apgrianto, Kurniawan; Lestari, Yuni Budi
DARMADIKSANI Vol 4 No 2 (2024): Edisi Desember
Publisher : Jurusan Pendidikan Bahasa dan Seni, FKIP, Universitas Mataram

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29303/darmadiksani.v4i2.5904

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Kegiatan pengabdian ini ditujukan untuk meningkatkan kompetensi profesional guru-guru Bahasa Inggris SMP se-NTB dan memecahkan salah satu permasalahan utama yang dihadapi mereka dalam publikasi karya ilmiah. Dari kajian awal pada guru-guru yang mengikuti Bimtek sebelumnya ditemukan bahwa kompetensi terendah bagi guru-guru Bahasa Inggris SMP adalah kompetensi profesional di mana mayoritas guru berkeinginan menulis artikel bereputasi nasional atau internasional tetapi tidak memiliki pengetahuan dan keterampilan yang memadai untuk melaksanakannya. Oleh karena itu, kegiatan Bimtek ini sangat penting bagi mereka dan telah dilaksanakan pada tanggal 22-26 Juli 2024 secara hybrid (daring bagi peserta dari luar Mataram dan luring bagi peserta dari Mataram) bekerja sama dengan MGMP Bahasa Inggris NTB, PGRI NTB, dan Dikbudpora Provinsi NTB. Kegiatan dilaksanakan dengan pola integrasi antara pengenalan teori dan konsep dan latihan (terbimbing dan latihan mandiri) dengan pengunggahan naskah ke jurnal yang ditargetkan penulis. Sebanyak 178 orang guru Bahasa Inggris SD dan SMP se-Indonesia telah terlibat dan 30 naskah artikel telah tersusun dan siap diunggah ke jurnal nasional dan internasional bereputasi sesuai dengan topik kajian dan kualitas tulisan: (a) Sinta 3-4 24 naskah; (b) Sinta 1-2 2 naskah; (c) internasional tidak bereputasi 3 naskah; dan (d) internasional bereputasi 1 naskah. Kesuksesan kegiatan ini terletak pada peserta yang termotivasi karena kebutuhan mereka untuk naik pangkat di samping motivasi dari para pimpinan MGMP, PGRI, dan Dikbudpora serta kepakaran dan pengalaman Tim yang terlibat dalam kegiatan Bimtek ini. Di samping waktu yang terbatas, kelemahan terletak pada akses pada rujukan terbaru yang terbatas dan hal ini diatasi dengan berbagi akses gratis yang disediakan dalam berbagai platform.  
Pelatihan Pembelajaran Kolaboratif dan Partisipatif dalam Pembelajaran Bahasa Inggris bagi Guru-Guru di Lingkungan MAN Lombok Barat Lestari, Yuni Budi; Yusra, Kamaludin; Susanti, Ni Wayan Mira; Nawawi, Nawawi; Muhaimi, Lalu
DARMADIKSANI Vol 4 No 2 (2024): Edisi Desember
Publisher : Jurusan Pendidikan Bahasa dan Seni, FKIP, Universitas Mataram

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29303/darmadiksani.v4i2.5946

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Pembelajaran yang bahasa Inggris yang efektif sebagaimana diharapkan dalam Education 4.0 adalah yang pembelajaran bahasa yang melibatkan siswa untuk berpartisipasi dan berkolaborasi dengan siswa lainnya di kelas secara lisan dan tulisan. Namun sebagian besar  guru Bahasa Inggris mengajar menggunakan metode mengajar teacher-centered yang mengakibatkan siswa pasif dan enggan untuk berpartisipasi dan berkolaborasi dengan siswa lain. Berdasarkan hal tersebut kegiatan pengabdian pada masyarakat bertujuan: 1) untuk meningkatkan pengetahuan dan kemampuan guru dalam melaksanakan pembelajaran yang melibatkan partisipasi aktif siswa dalam belajar melalui model pembelajaran kolaboratif dan partisipatif,  2) memecahkan salah satu permasalahan utama yang dihadapi guru-guru bahasa Inggris terkaiti rendahnya motivasi dan kemampuan siswa dalam berkolaborasi, berpikir kritis, berkreasi dan berkomunikasi dalam Bahasa Inggris, dan (3) mengembangkan kerjasama antara Program Studi S2 Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris FKIP UNRAM dengan pemangku kepentingan terutama guru-guru Bahasa Inggris di lingkungan MAN Lombok Barat. Metode yang digunakan dalam kegiatan pengabdian ini adalah dengan presentasi untuk menyampaikan informasi tentang pembelajaran kolaboratif dan partisipatif  pemberian model, dan praktik atau latihan terbimbing dan mandiri. Jumlah peserta kegiatan yaitu 30 orang guru di lingkungan MAN Lombok Barat. Luaran kegiatan ini adalah artikel yang diterbitkan pada jurnal Paper akan diterbitkan di Jurnal Pengabdian Darma Diksani.
A Comparative Study on the Use of Paper-based and Digital Flashcards as Media to Learn Vocabulary at the First-grade Students of Senior High School in the Academic Year 2024/2025 Hidayat, Azhari Wahyu; Sahuddin; Melani, Boenista Zulandha; Lestari, Yuni Budi
Journal of English Education Forum (JEEF) Vol. 5 No. 1 (2025): JAN-MAR 2025
Publisher : Program Studi Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29303/jeef.v5i1.810

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This study aimed to compare the effectiveness of paper-based flashcards and digital flashcards as media for learning general vocabulary and to determine whether there was a significant difference between their use. This study was conducted at SMAN 1 Selong in the academic year 2024/2025 and aimed to compare the use of paper-based and digital flashcards as media in vocabulary learning to find out if there is a significant difference from the use of both. This study used quantitative research method with quasi-experimental research design. The research data was collected by giving pre-test and post-test to two sample classes consisting of 72 students with 36 students per class, namely class 10-1 (digital flashcards) and 10-9 (paper flashcards). After analyzing the data and testing the hypothesis using the Mann-Whitney test, the results obtained were Asymp. Sig. (2-Tailed) was 0,103 which was greater than > the probability value of 0,05 which means H0 is accepted and Ha is rejected. Indicating that there are no significant differences between the uses of paper flashcards and digital flashcards as media in vocabulary learning for first-grade students of SMAN 1 Selong in the academic year 2024/2025. Future research is encouraged to explore broader vocabulary coverage, including specialized vocabulary and other linguistic aspects such as word forms and usage. Additionally, educators are advised to enhance their teaching methods by integrating creative instructional strategies and effective learning media.
Pelatihan Penggunaan Bahasa Kelas (Classroom Language) dalam Pembelajaran Bahasa Inggris Bagi Guru MAN Lombok Barat Lestari, Yuni Budi; Yusra, Kamaludin; Nuriadi, Nuriadi
DARMADIKSANI Vol 3 No 2 (2023): Edisi Desember
Publisher : Jurusan Pendidikan Bahasa dan Seni, FKIP, Universitas Mataram

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29303/darmadiksani.v3i2.3347

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ABSTRAK Penggunaan bahasa kelas (Classroom Language) dalam proses pembelajaran bahasa Inggris sangatlah penting agar siswa terbiasa berkomunikasi dan berinteraksi dengan guru dan siswa lainnya di kelas secara lisan dan tulisan. Namun hanya sedikit guru bahasa Inggris yang bisa menggunakan bahasa kelas dengan efektif. Berdasrkan hal tersebut kegiatan pengabdian pada masyarakat bertujuan: 1). Untuk meningkatkan kemampuan penggunaan Classroom Language guru-guru Bahasa Inggris dan non-bahasa Inggris; 2). memecahkan salah satu permasalahan utama yang dihadapi guru-guru bahasa Inggris terkaiti rendahnya motivasi dan kemampuan siswa dalam berkomunikasi dan berinteraksi dalm bahasa Inggris.; dan (3) mengembangkan kerjasama antara Program Studi FKIP UNRAM dengan pemangku kepentingan terutama guru-guru bahasa Inggris di lingkungan MAN Lombok Barat.Metode yang digunakan dalam kegiatan pengadian ini adalah dengan presentasi untuk menyampaikan informasi tentang penggunaan Classroom Language di kelas, pemberian model, dan praktik atau latihan terbimbing dan mandiri. Jumlah peserta kegiatan yaitu 30 orang guru di lingkungan MAN Lombok Barat. ABSTRACT Using Classroom Language in the English learning process is so important that students get used to communicating and interacting with teachers and other students in class orally and in writing. However, only a few English teachers can use Classroom Language effectively. Based on this reason, this community service program aimed: 1) to improve the ability to use the Classroom Language of English and non-English teachers; 2) to solve one of the main problems that English teachers face related to students' low motivation and ability to communicate and interact in English; and (3) to develop collaboration between the English Education Department of the University of Mataram and stakeholders, especially English teachers in Islamic Senior High School of West Lombok. The method used in this program was by giving presentations to convey information about using Classroom Language in the classroom, providing models, and helping the teachers to use it in independent practice. 30 teachers from MAN Islamic Senior High School West Lombok and from other schools nearby participated. Based on the pretest, posttest, and observation of teaching practices, the results of this program indicate a significant improvement in the knowledge and skills of the participating teachers in using Classroom Language. Since Classroom Language is also highly beneficial as language input for students in the classroom, teachers should strive to maintain consistency in its usage.
Pemberdayaan Guru Bahasa Inggris MAN Lombok Barat dalam Pembelajaran Abad 21 Melalui Pelatihan Kompetensi Pedagogis Terintegrasi Yusra, Kamaludin; Lestari, Yuni Budi; Baharuddin, Baharuddin; Hoesnie, Rizky Kurniawan
DARMADIKSANI Vol 3 No 2 (2023): Edisi Desember
Publisher : Jurusan Pendidikan Bahasa dan Seni, FKIP, Universitas Mataram

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29303/darmadiksani.v3i2.3437

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ABSTRAK Kegiatan pengabdian ini ditujukan untuk (1) meningkatkan kompetensi pedagogis guru dan motivasi belajar bahasa Inggris siswa-siswi MAN Lombok Barat (2) membangun kesadaran guru akan pentingnya interaksi dan komunikasi dalam pembelajaran bahasa Inggris, (3) memotivasi guru untuk merencanakan program pembelajaran bahasa Inggris interaktif dan komunikatif secara mandiri, dan (4) membantu guru merencanakan dan menggunakan sumber belajar yang ada di sekitar mereka sebagai media untuk pembelajaran bahasa Inggris yang komunikatif dan menyenangkan. Dari survey awal pada siswa-siswa SMP, SMA, SMK dan MA se-Pulau Lombok dalam penelitian kami sebelumnya (Yusra, 2018) menemukan bahwa guru-guru bahasa Inggris kesulitan menemukan bahan ajar yang dapat dikembangkan sebagai bahan ajar yang menyenangkan bagi siswa serta mereka kesulitan mengenmbangkan Lembar Kerja Siswa (LKS) yang dapat mefasiltasi interaksi dua arah antara siswa dengan siswa lainnya. Yusra (2022) mensurvey pembelajaran bahasa Inggris di dunia dan di Indonesia selama COVID19 dan menemukan bahwa mayoritas guru menggunakan teknik kuliah sebagai strategi mengajar dan strategi ini dirasakan sangat membosankan bagi siswa. Faktor penyebab utama masalah ini adalah tidak adanya interaksi antarsiswa karena kurangnya repertoire strategi mengajar sebagai stok pilihan yang dapat dipergunakan guru agar siswa berinteraksi secara komunikatif selama pembelajaran. Yusra (2015) menemukan bahwa mayoritas guru bahasa Inggris di NTB mengalami kesulitan dalam mengajarkan explanation, discussion dan argument texts sehingga perlu diberikan penyegaran. Hal ini juga terjadi pada guru-guru bahasa Inggris di MAN se-Kabupaten Lombok Barat. Kegiatan yang ditawarkan untuk mengatasi masalah ini adalah pembekalan bagi guru-guru tersebut dengan pembelajaran bahasa Inggris secara interaktif komunikatif melalui pengembangan bahan ajar berbentuk info-gap dan permainan bahasa terintegradsi dengan model pembelajaran abad 21 dengan mengedepankan pembelajaran berbasis HOTS. Dalam kegiatan ini akan diperkenalkan LKS, permainan bahasa, kegiatan komunikasi, dan kegiatan pembelajaran lainnya yang efektif dan menyenangkan dan melibatkan unsur menganalisis (C4), mengevaluasi (5) dan mengkreasi teks secara tepat sesuai konteks (budaya dan situasi). Kegiatan ini akan melibatkan 30 orang guru bahasa Inggris di Madrasah Aliyah (MA) se-Kabupaten Lombok Barat dan bekerjasama dengan MGMP Bahasa Inggris Kabupaten Lombok Barat. Kegiatan dilaksanakan dengan pola integrasi dengan sistem pengenalan teori dan praktek langsung dengan model bahan ajar yang telah terintegrasi dengan kurikulum pada semester berjalan. Peserta akan mengembangkan kegiatan sesuai dengan materi yang belum terckup dalam materi pelatihan. Luaran kegiatan ini adalah artikel ilmiah dari kegiatan pengabdian ini, skripsi, thesis dan artikel ilmiah karya mahasiswa yang ikut terlibat dalam kegiatan pengabdian ini, dan naskah akademik kebijakan pengembangan kompetensi pedagogis guru bahasa Inggris MA se-Kabupaten Lombok Barat. ABSTRACT This community service program was aimed to: (1) enhance teachers’ pedagogical competence and students’ motivation to learn English in Islamic Senior High School of MAN Lombok Barat, (2) raise teachers' awareness of the important role of interaction and communication in English language teaching, (3) inspire teachers to independently plan engaging and communicative English language learning programs, and (4) assist teachers in planning and using local resources as enjoyable and communicative tools for learning English. A preliminary survey of junior and senior high school students across Lombok Island in our prior research (Yusra, 2018) revealed that English teachers face challenges in finding materials that can make their students enjoy learning English. They also struggle with designing Student Worksheets that encourage interaction between students. Yusra (2022) found that during COVID-19 most teachers in Indonesia and the world rely on lecture-style teaching, which students find dull. The main issue is the lack of student interaction due to limited teaching strategies. Yusra (2015) also found that the majority of English teachers in NTB face difficulties in teaching explanation, discussion, and argumentative texts and need a refresher. This issue is also present among English teachers at MAN in West Lombok Regency. The proposed solution to address this problem is to provide training for these teachers in interactive communicative English language teaching through the development of info-gap teaching materials and language games integrated with a 21st-century learning model, emphasizing Higher Order Thinking Skills (HOTS). In this program, we introduced to the teachers the Student Worksheets, language games, communicative activities, and other effective and enjoyable learning activities involving the analysis (C4), evaluation (C5), and creation of texts that contextualise the local culture and situation. The participants of thiz program were 30 English teachers from Madrasah Aliyah (MA) across West Lombok Regency collaborating with the members of English Language Teachers' Working Group (MGMP) of West Lombok Regency. The outcomes of this program are a published journal article, theses, and academic papers on the policy development of pedagogical competence for English language teachers at MA in West Lombok Regency.