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Journal : Esteem Journal of English Study Programme

FOSTERING THE STUDENTS’ SPEAKING ABILITY THROUGH COMMUNICATIVE APPROACH OF PARTICIPATION POINT SYSTEM Apriana; Anggraini, Lesi
Esteem Journal of English Education Study Programme Vol. 8 No. 1 (2025): Esteem Journal of English Education Study Programme
Publisher : Universitas PGRI Palembang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31851/esteem.v8i1.17804

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The objective of this study was to investigate how the implementation of a communicative participation point system could enhance students' speaking abilities. Specifically, the research aimed to determine whether the use of the participation point system influenced students' grades and how students perceived its role in developing their English-speaking skills. The study focused on both the learners' perceptions and their performance scores. A sample of 36 students was selected from a total of 150 12th-grade students at SMA Negeri 4 Palembang. Utilizing a mixed-method approach with an explanatory sequential design, quantitative and qualitative data were collected in two phases, with each phase informing the other. The findings revealed that the t-value (4.846) exceeded the t-table value (1.680), confirming that the alternative hypothesis (Ha) was valid. This indicates that the application of the communicative participation point system had a significant impact on students' speaking performance and scores.
INTEGRATION OF AUGMENTED REALITY (AR) TECHNOLOGY IN ENGLISH SPEAKING LEARNING Anggraini, Lesi; Apriana
Esteem Journal of English Education Study Programme Vol. 8 No. 2 (2025): Esteem Journal of English Education Study Programme
Publisher : Universitas PGRI Palembang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31851/esteem.v8i2.19503

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This study investigates the effectiveness of Augmented Reality (AR) in improving students’ English speaking skills. Employing a quasi-experimental design with a pre-test and post-test control group, the research involved 60 eleventh-grade students at SMA Negeri 3 Pagaralam, divided into experimental and control groups. The experimental group received speaking instruction integrated with AR, while the control group followed conventional methods. Data were collected through speaking tests, questionnaires, and observation sheets. The results show a significant improvement in the experimental group’s speaking performance, with a mean gain of 9.52 points, compared to 3.9 points in the control group. The paired sample t-test confirmed a significant difference (p < 0.05) in the experimental group’s pre- and post-test scores. Moreover, the independent t-test indicated a significant difference in post-test results between both groups. Questionnaire analysis revealed that students responded positively to AR-based learning, noting increased motivation, enjoyment, and confidence. These findings suggest that AR is an effective tool for enhancing speaking skills by providing interactive, contextual, and immersive learning experiences. The study recommends further exploration of AR in other language skills and diverse classroom contexts.
INTEGRATION OF AUGMENTED REALITY (AR) TECHNOLOGY IN ENGLISH SPEAKING LEARNING Anggraini, Lesi; Apriana
Esteem Journal of English Education Study Programme Vol. 8 No. 2 (2025): Esteem Journal of English Education Study Programme
Publisher : Universitas PGRI Palembang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31851/esteem.v8i2.19503

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This study investigates the effectiveness of Augmented Reality (AR) in improving students’ English speaking skills. Employing a quasi-experimental design with a pre-test and post-test control group, the research involved 60 eleventh-grade students at SMA Negeri 3 Pagaralam, divided into experimental and control groups. The experimental group received speaking instruction integrated with AR, while the control group followed conventional methods. Data were collected through speaking tests, questionnaires, and observation sheets. The results show a significant improvement in the experimental group’s speaking performance, with a mean gain of 9.52 points, compared to 3.9 points in the control group. The paired sample t-test confirmed a significant difference (p < 0.05) in the experimental group’s pre- and post-test scores. Moreover, the independent t-test indicated a significant difference in post-test results between both groups. Questionnaire analysis revealed that students responded positively to AR-based learning, noting increased motivation, enjoyment, and confidence. These findings suggest that AR is an effective tool for enhancing speaking skills by providing interactive, contextual, and immersive learning experiences. The study recommends further exploration of AR in other language skills and diverse classroom contexts.