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Building Self-Confidence in English Public Speaking through YouTube? Why Not? Sri Wahyuningsih; Isna Silfiya Ni'mah
Scope : Journal of English Language Teaching Vol 7, No 2 (2023): Scope: Journal of English Language Teaching
Publisher : Pusat Studi Pendidikan Bahasa dan Sastra Inggris

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30998/scope.v7i2.16198

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Self-confidence plays a pivotal role in public speaking, especially in English. Therefore, building students’ self-confidence is needed by using media including YouTube. The present study aims to elaborate on the role of YouTube in developing students’ self-confidence in English public speaking viewed from the student’s perspective. Further, some strategies used in developing students’ self-confidence are discussed. Using a qualitative method, the data of this study were gathered through a semi-structured interview with six students from the English Education Department of an Indonesian Islamic university. The findings reveal that most students have positive responses towards the use of YouTube as a medium to develop their self-confidence in English public speaking. In addition, they reported that YouTube plays a very crucial role in the development of their confidence in English public speaking. Importantly, they can comprehend the material more quickly, and develop their interest and motivation to learn. Finally, this study promotes the need for socialization from educational institutions in the development of English public speaking and the need to integrate the content of English public speaking with media and technology to enhance students’ learning success.
The Role of English in the Business World for Import-Export Entrepreneurs: Insight from the Indonesian Furniture Industry Muhammad Rizqi Setiawan; Sri Wahyuningsih
Scope : Journal of English Language Teaching Vol 8, No 1 (2023): Scope: Journal of English Language Teaching
Publisher : Pusat Studi Pendidikan Bahasa dan Sastra Inggris

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30998/scope.v8i1.17938

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In the era of globalization, communication or relations between countries, commonly referred to as international communication, is progressing in all countries. The role of English in the relations of a country is essential, especially in the business world, for example, the Import Export business, whose activities include importing and exporting goods from one country to another. This study aims to describe the roles of English in the world of import-export business in Indonesia, especially the furniture industry in Jepara Regency. This study employed a qualitative method. Data were collected from semi-structured interviews with an owner from the furniture Industry in Jepara, Indonesia, and several literature sources, research institutes, and government agencies. The findings reveal that English has an important role as an international communication tool and as a main to reach marketing. In addition, it is useful for building communication with people from various countries. Based on the results of this study, it can be concluded that the role of English is very crucial for a successful business, especially in terms of export-import with other countries.