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Exploring Short Story as Learning Media for Teaching Intensive Reading to 11th Grade English Students Saputra, Andieny Ratu; Nanda, Deri Sis
Indonesian Journal of Teaching and Learning Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026)
Publisher : Edupedia Publisher

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56855/intel.v5i1.1741

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Purpose – This study aims to explore the use of short stories as a teaching and learning medium in an intensive reading class for eleventh-grade students at SMA Al Azhar 3, Bandar Lampung. The background of this study is the need for engaging reading materials that can improve students’ comprehension, analytical skills, and motivation in intensive reading activities. Methodology - The study employed a qualitative research design. The sample consisted of eleventh-grade students from SMA Al Azhar 3 in Bandar Lampung, selected through purposive sampling. Data were collected through classroom observations and questionnaires. The research procedure involved implementing short stories as instructional media in intensive reading lessons. The instruments used were observation sheets and student questionnaires, and the data were analyzed descriptively to identify patterns in students’ engagement, comprehension, and responses. Findings – The findings indicate a significant improvement in students’ ability to engage with and comprehend intensive reading activities through the use of short stories. Students showed better understanding of storylines, enhanced analytical skills, and increased participation during lessons. However, the study did not measure the long-term effectiveness of short stories as a teaching tool. Novelty – This research offers original insights into the use of short stories as an instructional medium for intensive reading at the senior high school level, highlighting students’ cognitive and affective responses in a real classroom context. Significance – The findings of this study are beneficial for English teachers, curriculum developers, and educational practitioners who seek effective and engaging strategies for teaching intensive reading.
Contextualized Vocabulary Teaching Strategy in Vocational Education: A Study on Effectiveness and Student Engagement Susanto Susanto; Deri Sis Nanda
Educational Research Indonesia Vol 2 No 1 (2025): Juni
Publisher : Laskar Karya

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.65678/eri.v2i1.158

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Vocabulary is a fundamental component of language proficiency and plays a crucial role in students’ ability to comprehend texts and communicate effectively. Effective vocabulary instruction requires the use of appropriate teaching strategies to support students in acquiring, retaining, and applying new words. The purpose of this study was to examine the strategies used by English teachers to teach vocabulary at SMK SWADHIPA 1 Natar, a vocational school in Lampung Province. A qualitative descriptive research design was used to explore instructional practices in depth. Data were collected through classroom observations and semi-structured interviews with two English teachers. Observations focused on vocabulary teaching during classroom activities, while interviews were conducted to gain further insights into the rationale behind the instructional approaches used. The findings revealed that both teachers utilized similar strategies, notably the use of contextual learning and repetition and reinforcement techniques, to enhance students’ vocabulary acquisition. These strategies were found to be effective in promoting student engagement and supporting long-term retention of new vocabulary, as evidenced by active student participation and the consistent use of 75–80% of newly introduced words during observed lessons. Furthermore, post-lesson assessments indicated a vocabulary retention rate of 82% among students. The results suggest that incorporating contextualized vocabulary instruction and repeated practice into vocational English curricula can better equip students with the language needed for specific workplace communication tasks.