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The Effectiveness of Auditory Intellectually Repetition (AIR) on Listening Skill Ability Through Podcasts Haifa, Haifa; Athena, Tera; Maria Ulfa, Siti
English Teaching Journal : A Journal of English Literature, Language and Education Vol. 12 No. 2 (2024)
Publisher : Universitas PGRI Madiun

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25273/etj.v12i2.21597

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This study investigates the impact of the Auditrory Intellectually Repetition (AIR) learning model implemented through podcasts on Class XI students’ listening skills. The research aims to enhance students’ listening comprehension and engagement, with a focus on the effectiveness of the AIR model. A pre-test was conducted on 28 students in the experimental group to assess their intial listening skills. The results indicated varying levels of proficiency among the students. Following treatment with the AIR learning model through podcasts, a significant improvement in listening comprehension was observed in the comparison of the experimental group with the control group. The findings support the efficacy of the AIR learning model in enhancing students’ listening abilities, aligning with previous research in the field. The study contributes to the existing literature on the importance of listening ability in language education it also underscores the potential benefits of utilizing podcasts for improving listening comprehension.
Integrating AI-Based Tools to Support Students’ Argumentative Writing Development Siti Maria Ulfa; Tera Athena; Mariyatul Kiptiyah; Iin Rachmawati; Maulana Yusuf Aditya
Proceeding International Conference on Digital Education and Social Science Vol. 3 No. 1 (2025): Proceeding International Conference on Digital Education and Social Science 202
Publisher : Asosiasi Pengelola Publikasi Ilmiah (APPI) PT PGRI

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55506/icdess.v3i1.154

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This study explores the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based tools in supporting university students’ development of argumentative writing skills in an English as a Foreign Language (EFL) context. Writing an argumentative text requires students to construct clear thesis statements, justify arguments with credible evidence, and ensure logical coherence throughout the text. A qualitative descriptive design was employed involving undergraduate EFL students who utilized AI-supported applications, such as AI writing assistants and automated feedback tools, during a series of writing activities. Data were gathered through students’ written products, classroom observations, and semi-structured interviews. The results show that the use of AI-based tools enhances students’ accuracy, idea organization, and lexical choices, particularly in improving their argument clarity and cohesion. However, the findings also reveal students’ dependency on AI suggestions, indicating the need for critical awareness in using AI responsibly. The study concludes that AI-based tools can serve as effective learning support when used under guided instruction, promoting students’ argumentative writing competence and autonomy.
The Language Relativity on Students' Essay Writing by Utilizing Mind Mapping Technique in EFL Learning Moh. Hafidz; Siti Maria Ulfa
Edulitics (Education, Literature, and Linguistics) Journal Vol. 8 No. 2 (2023): December, 2023
Publisher : Prodi Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris, Fakultas Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan, Universitas Islam Darul Ulum Lamongan*

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52166/edulitics.v8i2.4787

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This article discusses essay writing techniques, preposition and transitional words, and terms that cannot be lexically or syntactically comprehended but can be culturally understood. The purpose of this study is to discover language relativity in students' essay paragraphs utilizing a mind mapping technique in EFL learning. The researcher employed a descriptive strategy, observing and documenting the writing process in class. The participants were distinguished by their diverse living, educational, and professional backgrounds. These writings were descriptively assessed using appropriate literature, and observations were also undertaken to arrive at a reasonable interpretation. As a result, mind mapping with language relativity integrates meaningful students' knowledge such as history, linguistics such as preposition and transition word usage, and Indonesian cultural types and values such as Sarabi, Gempol Ice, and Rujak Cingur are Indonesian iconic culinary to organize and structure into essay writing fluently in EFL learning.
The Use of Hello Talk Application for Speaking Skills: A Case Study of Online Language Learners for Senior High School Ida Rosilah; Siti Maria Ulfa
Edulitics (Education, Literature, and Linguistics) Journal Vol. 9 No. 1 (2024): June, 2024
Publisher : Prodi Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris, Fakultas Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan, Universitas Islam Darul Ulum Lamongan*

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52166/edulitics.v9i1.6133

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In today's modern era, technological developments have brought many changes, even technology has also spread to the world of education. One of them is the technology of learning English this technology is known as Hello Talk the use of this application is also one of the impacts of the existence of technological developments. Hello Talk is an application to learn various languages, especially English. This research aims to find out how students use the Hello Talk application as a learning medium for English speaking skills this research is conducted online and the intended subjects are high school students who have long used the Hello Talk application as a learning media. This research is qualitative research and the data collection technique used by the researcher was the interview technique, the interview here involves 4 high school 11th-grade students. The results of this study indicate that the Hello Talk application can help students to practice speaking skills. Students stated that they preferred the teacher to use code-switching during class activities, even though they thought it to be relatively difficult to accomplish. In order to improve the learning process, they also suggested incorporating extra resources like online platforms and applications and encouraged engaged conversation in pairs or groups about their various subjects of study. In addition, the use of the Hello Talk application also has many features that can help develop students' speaking skills, such as Voice Room, Talking with native speakers, Calls, and voice notes.
The Use of Wordwall Application for Speaking Skills at The XI Grade MA Ibnu Ali Luluatul Mubasyiroh; Siti Maria Ulfa
Edulitics (Education, Literature, and Linguistics) Journal Vol. 10 No. 1 (2025): January - June 2025
Publisher : Prodi Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris, Fakultas Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan, Universitas Islam Darul Ulum Lamongan*

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52166/edulitics.v10i1.9078

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Wordwall is a digital learning platform that allows teachers to create interactive activities such as quizzes, games, and speaking prompts to enhance student participation. This research aims to explore the use of the Wordwall application in teaching English speaking skills, since speaking skills are the ability to communicate thoughts and ideas in a clear, structured, and meaningful way. This includes keeping the audience engaged, organizing ideas logically, using correct pronunciation and appropriate intonation, and analyzing both teachers’ and students’ perceptions of its effectiveness in improving fluency and proficiency. This qualitative study was conducted at MA Ibnu Ali, specifically involving XI grade students in a private Islamic senior high school in Lepelle Village, Sampang, Indonesia. Data were collected through classroom observation and semi-structured interviews with English teachers and students. The findings show that Wordwall can promote student motivation, increase classroom interaction, and provide a more enjoyable learning experience. It also helps reduce students’ speaking anxiety and encourages active involvement. However, some obstacles remain, such as limited vocabulary and student restlessness. This research implies that digital tools like Wordwall can support more student-centered and interactive language learning. Teachers are encouraged to integrate such platforms to foster creativity, critical thinking, and improved speaking performance in EFL classrooms.
The Effectiveness of Instagram Reels in Improving Students` Speaking Skills at the Sixth Semester of STKIP PGRI Bangkalan Ela Farida; Siti Maria Ulfa; Ruqoyyah Amilia Andania
IDEAS: Journal on English Language Teaching and Learning, Linguistics and Literature Vol. 14 No. 1 (2026): IDEAS: Journal on English Language Teaching and Learning, Linguistics and Lite
Publisher : Universitas Islam Negeri Palopo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24256/ideas.v14i1.10872

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Speaking skill is one of the essential aspects of English language learning because students are expected to communicate ideas fluently and confidently. However, many EFL university students still experience difficulties in speaking English, including limited vocabulary, hesitation, low confidence, and pronunciation problems. This study aimed to investigate the improvement of students’ speaking skills after the implementation of Instagram Reels at the sixth semester of STKIP PGRI Bangkalan. Unlike previous studies that mainly focused on students’ perceptions toward Instagram Reels, this study statistically examined students’ speaking improvement using a quantitative pre-experimental design. The study employed a one-group pre-test and post-test design involving 13 EFL university students. The researcher used total sampling because the total population of sixth-semester students consisted of only 13 students. The treatment was conducted in two meetings using Instagram Reels as speaking learning media. The data were collected through speaking tests assessed based on pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar, fluency, and comprehension. The data were analyzed using SPSS through reliability test, normality test, and Paired Sample T-Test. The findings showed that the mean score increased from 9.85 in the pre-test to 16.38 in the post-test. In addition, the significance value (Sig. 2-tailed) was 0.000, indicating a statistically significant improvement in students’ speaking performance after the treatment. The effect size analysis using Cohen’s d showed a very large effect (d = 2.76). The findings suggest that Instagram Reels was associated with positive improvement in students’ speaking skills and can be considered as an alternative learning medium for speaking instruction in EFL classrooms.
Professional Development of Elementary School English Teachers in the Teacher Professional Education Program (PPG): A Qualitative Study of Teaching English to Young Learners (TEYL) Practices Siti Maria Ulfa; Tera Athena; Zainal Arifin
English Teaching Journal : A Journal of English Literature, Language and Education Vol. 14 No. 1 (2026)
Publisher : Universitas PGRI Madiun

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25273/etj.v14i1.24749

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This study aims to explore the impact of the in-service Teacher Professional Education (PPG) Program on improving the pedagogical competence of English teachers at the elementary school level, specifically within the context of the Teaching English to Young Learners (TEYL) approach. With the policy establishing English as a compulsory subject in elementary schools under the 2024 Curriculum, which will be implemented simultaneously in 2027, the need for teachers with pedagogical competence appropriate to the characteristics of early childhood learners is becoming increasingly urgent. This study employed a qualitative approach. The first stage involved a survey of 25 elementary school English teachers to obtain an overview of their professional development practices. The survey results then served as the basis for selecting three case study participants for further research through classroom observations and in-depth interviews. The research results indicate that most teachers have participated in various forms of ongoing professional development, including formal training, teacher learning communities, webinars, and digital technology-based independent learning. The PPG program significantly contributed to improving teachers' understanding of lesson planning, authentic assessment, learning differentiation, and the implementation of learner-centered learning approaches. Furthermore, teachers who participated in PPG demonstrated improved skills in integrating TEYL principles, such as the use of communicative activities, educational games, songs, visual media, and contextual learning appropriate to the characteristics of elementary school students. However, this study also identified several challenges, including limited experience teaching English in elementary schools, a lack of appropriate learning resources, and the need for ongoing post-PPG mentoring to ensure the implementation of acquired competencies in teaching practice. This research provides recommendations for policymakers to strengthen the design of elementary school English teacher training through more explicit integration of pedagogical competencies and TEYL principles within the PPG program.
Teaching Speaking Skills Using the Spinning Wheel Game in Senior High School Razan; Siti Maria Ulfa
SELL (Scope of English Language Teaching, Linguistics, and Literature) Journal Vol. 10 No. 2 (2025): SELL Journal
Publisher : Penerbit STKIP PGRI Bangkalan

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Students in Senior High School still have some difficulty speaking English fluently. The researcher of this study investigated the students' speaking skills by using the Spinning Wheel Game media. In this study, the researcher used a qualitative method with a case study design. The researcher focuses on the student’s fluency in the English language. The primary data of this study are from observations and the results of the interviews; meanwhile, the secondary data are from books, journals, personal documents, and official written documents. The instruments used in this study are field note observations, an interview guide, and documentation. The purpose of this study is to investigate the use of the Spinning Wheel Game in teaching speaking skills and to examine students' responses to using the Spinning Wheel Game. The result of this study showed that the Spinning Wheel Game helps students in the class. The students were active, enthusiastic, and focused on the material, and they comprehended it well. The Spinning Wheel Game media also helps students improve their fluency and confidence in speaking the English language.
Duolingo as Pre-Speaking Practice: Enhancing Speaking Performance and Reducing Social Anxiety Among EFL Students Assyifatil Assyifa; Siti Maria Ulfa
SELL (Scope of English Language Teaching, Linguistics, and Literature) Journal Vol. 11 No. 1 (2026): SELL Journal
Publisher : Penerbit STKIP PGRI Bangkalan

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Speaking performance continues to be a major challenge for many EFL students, particularly when they are required to communicate in English during classroom activities. Difficulties in pronunciation, limited vocabulary, low confidence, and fear of negative evaluation often prevent students from participating actively in speaking tasks. Although numerous studies have reported the benefits of Duolingo for language learning, its role as a pre-speaking practice that helps students prepare both linguistically and psychologically before classroom speaking activities has received relatively little attention. Therefore, this study aimed to explore how Duolingo was used as a pre-speaking practice and how it supported students' speaking performance and social anxiety in an EFL classroom. A qualitative descriptive design was employed involving tenth-grade students at SMA Negeri 1 Arosbaya. Data were gathered through classroom observations and semi-structured interviews, and were analyzed using the interactive model of Miles, Huberman, and Saldaña together with thematic analysis. The findings indicated that students became more fluent, confident, and able to use appropriate vocabulary after practicing with Duolingo. They also felt more prepared to speak, participated more actively in classroom activities, and experienced less anxiety when expressing their ideas in English. These findings suggest that Duolingo can be used as an effective pre-speaking practice to support both students' speaking performance and emotional readiness in EFL classrooms.
Penyuluhan Pentingnya Pendidikan untuk Membangun Generasi Masa Depan dan Meningkatkan Kualitas Hidup di Desa Moarah Kecamatan Klampis Siti Maria Ulfa; Tera Athena; Ana Yuliati; Mariyatul Kiptiyah
J-ABDIPAMAS (Jurnal Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat) Vol. 9 No. 2 (2025): Oktober 2025
Publisher : IKIP PGRI Bojonegoro

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30734/j-abdipamas.v9i2.5197

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ABSTRACT This community service activity was conducted in Moarah Village, Klampis District, with the aim of raising public awareness of the importance of education as a key factor in improving the quality of life. Low levels of education in some communities limit their ability to obtain decent employment and access useful information. Through outreach activities, the community service team provided an understanding of the benefits of formal and non-formal education, as well as the role of families in supporting children's learning. Implementation methods included interactive lectures, group discussions, and motivational learning mentoring. The results of the activity showed an increase in public knowledge and awareness of the importance of education, reflected in parents' increased interest in sending their children to school and their active participation in literacy activities. This activity is expected to be the first step towards building a more education-conscious and highly competitive society in the future. Keywords: education, community empowerment, awareness, community service   ABSTRAK Kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini dilaksanakan di Desa Moarah, Kecamatan Klampis,, dengan tujuan meningkatkan kesadaran masyarakat tentang pentingnya pendidikan sebagai kunci utama dalam meningkatkan kualitas hidup. Rendahnya tingkat pendidikan di sebagian masyarakat menyebabkan keterbatasan dalam memperoleh pekerjaan yang layak dan akses terhadap informasi yang bermanfaat. Melalui kegiatan penyuluhan, tim pengabdian kepada masyarakat memberikan pemahaman tentang manfaat pendidikan formal maupun nonformal, serta peran keluarga dalam mendukung proses belajar anak. Metode pelaksanaan meliputi ceramah interaktif, diskusi kelompok, dan pendampingan motivasi belajar. Hasil kegiatan menunjukkan adanya peningkatan pengetahuan dan kesadaran masyarakat terhadap pentingnya pendidikan, yang tercermin dari meningkatnya minat orang tua untuk menyekolahkan anak-anak mereka dan partisipasi aktif dalam kegiatan literasi. Kegiatan ini diharapkan menjadi langkah awal untuk membangun masyarakat yang lebih sadar pendidikan dan berdaya saing tinggi di masa depan Kata kunci: pendidikan, pemberdayaan masyarakat, kesadaran, pengabdian