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ENGLISH BEYOND THE CLASSROOM WALL AMONG INDONESIAN COLLEGE STUDENTS OF ENGLISH Darwanto, Agus; Rini, Sri Endah Setia; Herusatoto, Hesthi
Conscientia - Journal on Language, Literature, and Culture Vol. 19 No. 1 (2023): Conscientia Vol 19.1 June 2023
Publisher : Sekolah Tinggi Bahasa Asing LIA Yogyakarta

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58364/conscientia.v19i1.93

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This research was to find out patterns of speaking English activities among Indonesian learners of English. This is to find out their lacks, needs, and wants regarding out-of-class English activities to improve their speaking English proficiency when in an EFL (English as a Foreign Language) context like Indonesia. As many as 107 respondents of college students of English of 4 universities in Indonesia participated in this research by responding to closed and open items provided in questionnaires. After a deep descriptive qualitative analysis, results show that most respondents perceived that they lacks peaking skills amongst other English skills. They lack chances to speak the language. They wanted to have ample extramural activities to practice speaking English. They needed to be “forced” to venture to speak English when outside classroom. In conclusion, there is a discrepancy (lacks) between the ideal proficiency that they perceived and the current level of speaking skills. They need to be provided with learning policies to provide them with chances events or venues to practice speaking English. Extramural speaking activities need to be explored and then written into a school policy so that students will not only speak English when in class but also when outside classes. Participatory-yet-mandatory extramural English activities need to be promoted.
CONNECTED SPEECH MODIFICATION AMONG INDONESIAN LISTENERS OF ENGLISH AND THE TEACHING Darwanto, Agus
Conscientia - Journal on Language, Literature, and Culture Vol. 20 No. 2 (2024): Conscientia Vol. 20 No. 2 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58364/conscientia.v20i2.101

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In spoken English, sound adjustments called connected speech modification (or post lexical processes), such as linking, palatalization, and deletion commonly occur in the stream of speech across word boundaries. The stretch of modified spoken English may pose challenges among the listeners to comprehend the message. Then, this article sees that connected speech modification is one of the problems among the Indonesian listeners of English in comprehending spoken English. It will also elaborate the probable problem areas. Suggestions for teaching to help solve the problems are to be provided at the end of this article.
COMPARING PHILOSOPHIES OF LANGUAGE EDUCATION: PROGRESSIVISM AND PERENNIALISM Darwanto, Agus
Conscientia - Journal on Language, Literature, and Culture Vol. 21 No. 1 (2025): Conscientia Vol 21 No 1 2025
Publisher : Sekolah Tinggi Bahasa Asing LIA Yogyakarta

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58364/conscientia.v21i1.107

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This is a comparative study of two, amongst others, major educational philosophies—Perennialism and Progressivism—focusing on their respective characteristics: their views of reality, epistemological positions, and, more specifically, their implications for education. Each philosophy offers a unique perspective while sharing certain fundamental principles in shaping student development. Perennialism emphasizes timeless truths and the development of intellectual and moral virtues through classical works and structured learning. Progressivism, in contrast, focuses on experiential learning, a student-centered approach, and adaptability to changing societal needs. After understanding the similarities and differences within these philosophies, this study also explores the contributions and limitations of each within the broader context of language learning and educational practice.
UNDERSTANDING VARIOUS RESEARCH TOOLS TO INVESTIGATE PRONUNCIATION ERRORS OBSERVED AMONG INDONESIAN EFL LEARNERS: SOME THEORETICAL NOTES TO ATTEND Darwanto, Agus; Herusatoto, Hesthi
Conscientia - Journal on Language, Literature, and Culture Vol. 20 No. 1 (2024): Conscientia Vol 20 No 1 2024
Publisher : Sekolah Tinggi Bahasa Asing LIA Yogyakarta

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58364/conscientia.v20i1.92

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This article is about the main theoretical framework adopted in the analysis of, especially, pronunciation errors. Such theories as Contrastive Analysis Hypothesis, Error Analysis, Language Universals, and Markedness Differential Hypothesis, all of which are interlingual suggest that interlingual differences as well as similarities create pronunciation problems. In this work, several types of errors as postulated by many scholars are presented to intricate with the theories being discussed. Note that first, according to the scholars, not all points of difference between the linguistic structures of L 1 (first language) and L2 (second language) create the same extent of errors. Divergent contrasts (dissimilarities) seem to be more readily acquired than convergent contrasts (similarities). Contrastive analyses are of two versions, strong and weak. Second, in general, cross-linguistic differences, regardless of the error type, should not necessarily hinder learning as long as enough explicit instruction and sufficient exposure to target-like pronunciation are provided.