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The Contribution of Exposure Frequency to English to Speaking and Writing Performance of EFL Learners at Junior High School in Indonesia Arfah, Hajriana; Zam, Ahmad Zam
VELES Voices of English Language Education Society Vol 1, No 2 (2017): VELES Voices of English Language Education Society
Publisher : Universitas Hamzanwadi

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | Full PDF (415.847 KB) | DOI: 10.29408/veles.v1i2.441

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This study was aimed at describing the contribution of exposure frequency to English (EFE) to speaking and writing English as a foreign language (EFL) learners in bilingual class setting of a state junior high school in East Lombok, which has been implementing bilingual principles (English-Indonesia) of Mathematics and Natural Science. This research is ex-post facto with correlation design. The samples were systematically selected by choosing even number of the student lists, which involved forty-six of ninety-three students of eight grade in academic year 2011/2012. Data were analyzed with regression. The calculation was done at 5% significant level.This research discovered that (1) there is a significant correlation between exposure frequency to English language and speaking performance of the students in bilingual classes by R value of  .555 with probability of  .00; (2) there is significant correlation between exposure frequency to English and writing performance by R value of  .78 with probability of  .00; (3) the EFE significantly contribute to writing performance with R Square value of  .609 (60.9%); and (4) it also contribute.309 (30.9%) the students’ speaking performance. 
The Contribution of Exposure Frequency to English to Speaking and Writing Performance of EFL Learners at Junior High School in Indonesia Hajriana Arfah; Ahmad Zam Zam
VELES Voices of English Language Education Society Vol 1, No 2 (2017): VELES Voices of English Language Education Society
Publisher : Universitas Hamzanwadi

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29408/veles.v1i2.441

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This study was aimed at describing the contribution of exposure frequency to English (EFE) to speaking and writing English as a foreign language (EFL) learners in bilingual class setting of a state junior high school in East Lombok, which has been implementing bilingual principles (English-Indonesia) of Mathematics and Natural Science. This research is ex-post facto with correlation design. The samples were systematically selected by choosing even number of the student lists, which involved forty-six of ninety-three students of eight grade in academic year 2011/2012. Data were analyzed with regression. The calculation was done at 5% significant level.This research discovered that (1) there is a significant correlation between exposure frequency to English language and speaking performance of the students in bilingual classes by R value of  .555 with probability of  .00; (2) there is significant correlation between exposure frequency to English and writing performance by R value of  .78 with probability of  .00; (3) the EFE significantly contribute to writing performance with R Square value of  .609 (60.9%); and (4) it also contribute.309 (30.9%) the students’ speaking performance. 
The Challenges and Strategies in Writing Descriptive Text on Local Places in the EFL Essay Writing Course M. Akram Mulyasin; Ahmad Zamzam; Lalu Jaswadi Putera; Muhammad Amin; Hajriana Arfah
Jurnal Educatio FKIP UNMA Vol. 9 No. 4 (2023): October-December
Publisher : Universitas Majalengka

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31949/educatio.v9i4.6017

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The objectives of this study were to explore the challenges faced by students in writing descriptive text about local places and to describe how they deal with these challenges. A descriptive method was used, with a writing test and a questionnaire as instruments. From the results of the writing test, the students' scores on the organization aspect were the lowest, which means that students still have difficulties structuring their writing effectively and presenting their ideas in a clear and logical way. It involves issues like paragraph structure, coherence, and transitions between paragraphs. In addition, from the students' responses in the questionnaire, it was found that more than half of the students who participated in the questionnaire section felt that limited vocabulary was their main challenge in writing descriptive texts about local places. This indicates that the students felt that they did not have enough choice of words or phrases to effectively describe the place they were writing about. Moreover, to deal with the challenges, they used various strategies to navigate the complexity of writing about local places. These strategies include thorough observation, pre-writing, revision before completion, seeking examples, seeking feedback from peers, utilizing the power of artificial intelligence (AI), utilizing visual references, and regular practice. In conclusion, the paper shows the challenges students faced in writing descriptive text about local places and the strategies they employed to address these challenges.
Problems in Writing Passive Voice: A Case Study in the EFL Classes Jannah, Alda Raudatul; Wilian, Sudirman; Zamzam, Ahmad; Arafiq, Arafiq; Arfah, Hajriana
Jurnal Ilmiah Profesi Pendidikan Vol. 8 No. 4 (2023): November
Publisher : Fakultas Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan, Universitas Mataram

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29303/jipp.v8i4.1775

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This study addresses EFL students' challenges at a state university in Mataram, Indonesia, in constructing passive voices in the present and past tense. This study was focused on verb tense changes, subject-verb agreement, pronoun usage, and appropriate use of "by" in passive voice constructions. It also aims to explore the causes of these issues and offers insights into potential solutions. With a descriptive qualitative approach, the data were collected using a set of written grammatical tests of passive voices and open interviews. The adopted validated test was completed by thirty students as the participants of this study. The data were analyzed descriptively using an in-depth reading analysis method on the test results and participant responses. The results reveal a need for fundamental grammatical knowledge, limited exposure to passive voice, inadequate practice opportunities, and unclear explanations as contributing factors to the challenges. Language transfer from native languages and a lack of feedback compound the problem. To address these issues, the study recommends basic tense understanding, increased practice, targeted feedback, and exposure to authentic materials to enhance students' proficiency in constructing accurate passive voice sentences.
The Use of SQ3R Technique to Improve Reading Ability at Tenth-Grade Students of MA Thohir Yasin Pratama, M. Iskandar; Nazri, M. Adib; Arfah, Hajriana; Wati, Laila
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.v9i4.2634

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This study aimed to determine the effectiveness of the SQ3R technique in improving the reading ability of tenth-grade students at MA Thohir Yasin, with a focus on measuring reading skills before and after the implementation of the technique. A pre-experimental design using one group pre-test and post-tests was used in this study. The sample of this study was the X2 class which consisted of 20 students. The Data were collected from students’ pre-tests and post-tests using a questionnaire. The data were analyzed by using SPSS version 22 for Windows. After submitting the data to a paired sample t-test, it was found that there was a significant difference in the mean score between the pre-test and the post-test, t(df=19) = -11,258 at p=0.000 which meant that the alternative hypothesis was accepted and the null hypothesis was rejected. Thus, technique SQ3R significantly improved the reading ability of tenth-grade students of MA Thohir Yasin. Based on the research findings, the SQ3R technique has been shown to considerably increase students' reading skills, therefore English teachers should incorporate this technique into their reading education.
The Relationship Between Students' Self-Confidence and Their Motivation to Speak English (An Investigation at 11th Grade Students at MA Banat Thohir Yasin) Kamilia, Kamilia; Prasetyaningrum, Ari; Arfah, Hajriana; Usuluddin , Usuluddin
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.v9i4.2650

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This study aimed to find out wheter there was any correlation between students’ self-confidence and their motivation to speak English. This research methode was quantitative with the correlational research design. The research took 20 students of the eleventh-grade students at MA Banat Thohir Yasin as the sample. The instruments used to collect the data were questionnaire and speaking test. The questionnaire to assess students’ self-confidence and motivation, while speaking test to assess students in speaking English. To analyze the data, the researcher used correlations Pearson Product Moment to find out the correlation between students’ self-confidence and their motivation to speak English. The research used SPSS 25 programs as the statistical program to analyze the data. The data found that (1) there was correlation between students’ self-confidence and speaking with the signifcant value was 0.001 < 0.005 and the correlation coefficient r = 0.666. (2) there was correlation between students’ motivation and speaking with the significant value was 0.000 < 0.005 and the correlation coefficient r = 0.904. From the result of the research, it can be concluded that there was a significant correlation between self-confidence and their motivation to speak English.
Strategi Percepatan Literasi Kritis dalam Bahasa Inggris pada Santriwati MTs Mu'allimat NWDI Pancor Melalui Kemitraan Perguruan Tinggi, Badan Otonom, dan Madrasah Zamzam, Ahmad; Junaidi, Ahmad; Putera, Lalu Jaswadi; Elmiana, Dewi Satria; Safitri, Lia; Rizqiani, Annisa Isdiana; Arfah, Hajriana; Ramli, Muh.; Udin, Udin; Lail, Husnul
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.v4i2.5356

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Literasi kiritis merupakan kebutuhan dasar dalam kehidupan akademik dan interaksi sosial pada era globalisasi informasi dan komunikasi dewasa ini. Melalui aktivitas literasi kiritis dengan bahan ajar yang di sekitar peserta didik, bapak/ibu guru dapat merancang pengalaman belajar (learning experiences) yang interaktif lintas mata pelajaran. Sebagai salah satu kata kunci dari rumusan tujuan Pendidikan Nasional, kritis dan kreatif dapat diwujudkan melalui lintas mata pelajaran, termasuk dalam pembelajaran Bahasa Inggris. Dengan melibatkan mahasiswa yang tergabung dalam English Speaking Club, guru mata pelajaran Bahasa Inggris, guru pembina asrama santri, dan beberapa orang santri, kesempatan belajar (learning opportunity) yang lebih luas dapat diciptakan untuk memfasilitasi kesuksesan pemerolehan bahasa Inggris seiring dengan perkembangan literasi santri di MTs Mu’allimat NWDI Pancor. Pendekatan pengabdian ini dilaksanakan melalui workshop. Kegiatan workshop ini diselenggarakan secara bauran (blended) minimal 32 jam. Target luaran wajib pengabdian ini adalah artikel yang dipublikasikan pada jurnal nasional (accepted), publikasi di sosial media. Adapun luaran tambahan, yakni naskah program dan surat pernyataan pemaanfaatan produk oleh pihak pengelaola asrama santriwati MTs Mu’allimat NWDI Pancor dalam hal pengembangan budaya asrama dalam percepatan literasi kritis sebagai kegiatan santri di luar jam sekolah.
AN ANALYSIS WASHBACK AUTHORITY OF STANDARDIZED EDUCATIONAL TESTS ON ENGLISH LANGUAGE INSTRUCTIONS Indrawati, Lala Nining; Agustina, Yulia; Arfah, Hajriana; Usuluddin
English Language Teaching Methodology Vol. 4 No. 3 (2024): English Language Teaching Method
Publisher : FKIP Unismuh Makassar

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56983/eltm.v4i3.1627

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Standardized evaluations are a widely used tool in education and assessment. These evaluations are carefully designed to present uniform questions and instructions to all participants, ensuring consistent measurement of a student’s knowledge or skills in a specific area. They play a crucial role in assessing and enhancing students’ proficiency in the English language. Hence The purpose of this study is to examine the washback effect of standardized testing in the English language subject. The researcher employed a descriptive qualitative method, utilizing a sample of 10 eighth-semester students majoring in English and 3 lecturers at Hamzanwadi University. The sampling technique used was random sampling, while data collection methods included observation, interviews, and documentation. The findings of this study reveal that standardized tests have a significant impact on the teaching and learning process. These tests often create pressure for both students and teachers, which can lead to stress and anxiety during examinations. Additionally, they can inhibit creativity in teaching methods and result in students struggling to understand the material. Consequently, students may become focused solely on passing exams rather than genuinely comprehending the subject matter. Further elaboration on these points is discussed in detail in the following discussion section
Mastering English Pronunciation: A Comprehensive Guide Using the ELSA Speak App for Enhancing Fluency Luri Dini Ayu; Laila Wati; Hajriana Arfah; M Adib Nazri
Journal on Education Vol 7 No 1 (2024): Journal on Education: Volume 7 Nomor 1 Tahun 2024
Publisher : Departement of Mathematics Education

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/joe.v7i1.6788

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The objective of this study was to assess the efficacy of the ELSA talk application in facilitating pronunciation instruction. The study focused on a tenth-grade student enrolled at SMA Islam Darul Mujahidin NWDI Majidi during the 2024 academic year, which had a total of 18 pupils. This study utilized a pre-experimental research design, specifically a one-group pre-test and post-test design. The researcher employed pre-test and post-test instruments to get the data. The data in this study was analyzed using SPSS 22 for Windows. The researcher conducted the treatment over the course of four meetings. The analysis revealed that the average score after the exam was higher than the average score before the test (77.22>50.83), and the hypothesis was confirmed (t(z) = -3.756 at p = 0.000). It was reported that the treatment effectively enhanced students' pronunciation skills. The study determined that the utilization of the "ELSA speak application" for teaching pronunciation can enhance the English pronunciation skills of students.
The Impact of Gartic.io-Based Pictionary Game on Students’ English Vocabulary of SMAN 1 Sakra Timur Laila Nurizmi; Laila Wati; Hajriana Arfah; M. Adib Nazri
Journal on Education Vol 7 No 1 (2024): Journal on Education: Volume 7 Nomor 1 Tahun 2024
Publisher : Departement of Mathematics Education

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/joe.v7i1.7031

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The purpose of this research was to determine the impact of Gartic.io-based Pictionary game on English vocabulary of students at SMAN 1 Sakra Timur. This research used a quantitative method with a true experimental design. The population of the research consisted of eleventh-grade students at SMAN 1 Sakra Timur academic year 2024/2025, with a sample was 36 students for two classes, 18 students in the experimental group (XI 1) and 18 students in the control group (XI 2). Data were collected using multiple-choice tests as pre-tests and post-tests to measure English vocabulary improvement. The data analysis technique used was an independent sample T-test conducted via SPSS version 22. The researcher found a significance value (2-tailed) of 0.317. Since 0.317 > 0.05, the alternative hypothesis (Ha) was rejected, and the null hypothesis (Ho) was accepted. Therefore, it can be concluded that the Gartic.io-based Pictionary game does not significantly impact the vocabulary achievement of high school students.