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Journal : Scripta-English Department Journal

Improving English Reading Comprehension Through Readable Applications in SMA Negeri 1 Purworejo Jannah, Wardah Nuur; Dewi, Puspa; Johan, Andrian Nuriza
Scripta : English Department Journal Vol. 11 No. 2 (2024)
Publisher : Department of English Language Education, Universitas Muhammadiyah Purworejo, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37729/scripta.v11i2.5579

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The Readable application is a digital platform to improve English language learning by providing simplified stories across various genres, supported by audio and word translation features. This research investigates the effectiveness of teaching reading comprehension through the Readable application and examines students' perceptions of its utility in learning. The study was conducted among eleventh-grade students at SMA Negeri 1 Purworejo during the 2024/2025 academic year, with a total sample of 72 students. A quasi-experimental design was used, with 36 students in the experimental (XI-I) and 36 in the control (XI-K) class. Findings showed a significant improvement in reading comprehension for the experimental group, with mean pre-test and post-test scores of 51.64 and 71.22, respectively. The two-tailed significance value was 0.00, below the 0.05 threshold, supporting the alternative hypothesis. Additionally, students provided positive feedback on the app, expressing that it made learning English more enjoyable and accessible. These results suggest that the Readable application is valuable for enhancing reading comprehension skills.
English Teachers’s Readiness in Implementing Deep Learning Approach at the Elementary School Level Ivan Ananta Luckita; Dewi, Puspa; Triana, Juita
Scripta : English Department Journal Vol. 12 No. 2 (2025)
Publisher : Department of English Language Education, Universitas Muhammadiyah Purworejo, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37729/scripta.v12i2.6595

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English education in elementary schools is crucial for equiping students with early communication skills in the global era. The Indonesian education curriculum continues to develop, including the implementation of a deep learning approach that is believed to improve students' critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration skills. This study analyzes the readiness of elementary school English teachers on the southern coast of Central Java and Yogyakarta to implement deep learning in learning activities. The instrument in this study was an interview containing eighteen questions that had to be answered by fourteen elementary school English teachers. The results show that teachers have a positive understanding of this approach and implement it through methods that are relevant to student conditions, interesting media, and the use of technology. However, increasing the English teachers’ readiness is still needed through training and workshops, especially for teachers without an English education background.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Chatbot in EFL Writing: Exploring Students’ Perspectives Janah, Rohmatul; Tusino, Tusino; Dewi, Puspa
Scripta : English Department Journal Vol. 12 No. 2 (2025)
Publisher : Department of English Language Education, Universitas Muhammadiyah Purworejo, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37729/scripta.v12i2.6811

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This study aims to investigate students‘ perceptions of the usefulness of AI Chatbot (ChatGPT) in improving writing skills and identifying perceived weaknesses in writing classes. The study employed a qualitative case study method at Muhammadiyah University of Purworejo, using questionnaires and interviews with fourth-semester English education students in the 2024/2025 academic year. The results revealed that students generally had positive perceptions of AI Chatbots in enhancing their writing skills, especially in idea generation, structure organization, and confidence building. Questionnaire data showed high agreement percentages and mean scores, particularly on statements about the value of AI in expressing ideas and improving writing skills. However, interviews uncovered challenges such as generic and shallow responses, inaccurate or fabricated references, over-reliance that reduces critical thinking, informal language styles, and misinterpretation of prompts. These findings highlight both the benefits and limitations of AI Chatbots in academic writing and underline the need for critical AI literacy and human guidance in educational contexts.