Claim Missing Document
Check
Articles

Found 3 Documents
Search

THE MODERN SOCRATIC METHOD: A STRATEGY TO ENHANCE INDONESIAN POLYTECHNIC STUDENTS’ ACTIVE LEARNING IN ENGLISH SPEAKING COURSE Telaumbanua, Yohannes; Yalmiadi, Yalmiadi; Kotrini, Kotrini
FRASA: ENGLISH EDUCATION AND LITERATURE JOURNAL Vol. 6 No. 2 (2025): Vol. 6 No. 2 September 2025
Publisher : Universitas Duta Bangsa Surakarta

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47701/frasa.v6i2.4996

Abstract

Lack of engagement, weak critical thinking skills, disfluency, limited vocabulary, timidity, and a preference for individual learning often lead to inactive participation in English-speaking classes. This study investigated the qualitative impacts of the Modern Socratic Method (MSM) on Indonesian Polytechnic students’ active learning in an English-speaking course. Data were collected through complete participant observation and unstructured interviews, and analyzed using the Miles and Huberman interactive model. Credibility and transferability procedures ensured trustworthiness. The study was conducted over two semesters at Padang State Polytechnic with 54 students from two classes. Before the intervention, Class A and Class B obtained mean speaking performance scores of 50 and 60, respectively, both categorized as low. After the MSM was implemented, the means increased substantially to 85 (Class A) and 88 (Class B). The improvement was linked to MSM’s emphasis on continuous questioning, interactive discussion, logical argumentation, risk-taking in expressing opinions, and peer collaboration. These activities enhanced students’ fluency, expanded their vocabulary, strengthened critical thinking, built self-confidence, and fostered collaborative learning. The findings suggest that MSM can reduce reliance on lecture-based instruction in polytechnic English classes and improve students’ self-efficacy in managing speaking anxiety. This method holds promise for broader application in higher education contexts where active participation is essential.
EMPOWERING LEARNERS FOR JOB INTERVIEW: MEASURING THE EFFECTIVENESS OF AN AUTONOMOUS SPEAKING TEXTBOOK Hendro Saptopramono; Difiani Apriyanti; Novi Fitria; Witri Handayani; Yaningsih, Yaningsih; Kotrini, Kotrini; Sabriandi Erdian; Rina Anggraini
International Journal of Social Science Vol. 5 No. 3 (2025): October 2025
Publisher : Bajang Institute

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.53625/ijss.v5i3.11497

Abstract

This study aims to assess the effectiveness of the autonomous speaking textbook, which provides detailed guidance for preparing to master English job interviews. This textbook provides detailed guidance on applying autonomous learning in speaking practice within a job interview context, along with rubrics and a weekly journal for autonomous purposes. The Design-Based Research (DBR) methodology was employed in this study, as it is more suitable for developing and evaluating educative innovations in authentic settings. The data were collected from the pre-test and post-test of the students' interviews, as well as survey results, to assess the students’ perceptions and strengthen the measurement of the effectiveness of 27 final-semester D4 English Department students at Politeknik Negeri Padang. The study's results reveal a significant improvement in the students’ speaking competence, particularly in terms of fluency, clarity, confidence, and vocabulary use. Most students felt that practicing mock interviews, receiving peer feedback, and keeping self-assessment journals helped them identify their strengths and weaknesses. These findings highlight the potential of an autonomous speaking textbook to bridge the gap between academic speaking activities and real-world job interview demand. Thus, it offers practical implications for EFL pedagogy and the development of employability skills
PELATIHAN KOMUNIKASI BAHASA INGGRIS SEBAGAI PEMANDU WISATA UNTUK PENGURUS FORUM PEMBERDAYAAN MASYARAKAT KELURAHAN LIMAU MANIS Hendro Saptopramono; Silvia Djonnaidi; Martini, Martini; Difiani Apriyanti; Witri Handayani; Yaningsih, Yaningsih; Kotrini, Kotrini; Rina Anggraini; Fitri Handayani
J-ABDI: Jurnal Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat Vol. 5 No. 6 (2025): Nopember 2025
Publisher : Bajang Institute

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.53625/jabdi.v5i6.11496

Abstract

Isu utama dalam pengabdian ini adalah rendahnya kemampuan bahasa Inggris pemandu wisata di Kelurahan Limau Manis, Padang, yang menghambat pengembangan pariwisata internasional. Fokus pengabdian adalah meningkatkan keterampilan komunikasi bahasa Inggris bagi pengurus Forum Pemberdayaan Masyarakat (FPM-LM) sebagai pemandu wisata. Tujuannya adalah memberdayakan masyarakat melalui pelatihan bahasa Inggris yang terstruktur dan kontekstual. Metode yang digunakan adalah Participatory Action Research (PAR) dengan empat tahapan: analisis situasi, perencanaan, pelaksanaan pelatihan, dan evaluasi. Hasil pengabdian menunjukkan peningkatan motivasi dan kemampuan komunikasi peserta, serta terciptanya modul panduan komunikasi bahasa Inggris untuk pemandu wisata