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Enhancing EFL Learners’ Motivation through Songs Reza Anggriyashati Adara
IJEE (Indonesian Journal of English Education) IJEE (INDONESIAN JOURNAL OF ENGLISH EDUCATION)| VOL. 7 | NO.2 | 2020
Publisher : Syarif Hidayatullah State Islamic University of Jakarta, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15408/ijee.v7i2.17321

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ABSTRACTImproving learners’ motivation is an essential task for teachers because it can maintain learners’ interest in learning. This is why teachers employ numerous motivational strategies in order to enhance learners’ motivation. One of the strategies that can enhance learners’ motivation is using songs in English classrooms. The present study aims to analyse the effects of using songs in EFL classrooms on EFL learners’ motivation. The study used an experimental method by dividing the respondents into two groups: the experimental and control classes. While the control class was taught English conventionally, the experimental class lessons were integrated with English songs. Furthermore, a set of questionnaires and semi-structured interviews were administered in order to obtain the data. The findings suggest that songs seem to have positive effects on EFL learners’ motivation. Besides, using songs in EFL classrooms helps learners absorb new vocabulary and make English lessons more engaging. Thus, English teachers need to consider using English songs in their classrooms to improve learners’ motivation. Nevertheless, songs need to be suited to the learners’ level of English, age, and characteristics of the lessons.ABSTRAKMeningkatkan motivasi siswa adalah tugas penting bagi guru karena hal itu bisa meningkatkan minat siswa dalam belajar. Hal itu yang membuat guru menerapkan berbagai strategi motivasional demi meningkatkan motivasi siswa. Salah satu strategi yang dapat digunakan untuk meningkatkan motivasi siswa adalah menggunakan lagu-lagu di kelas-kelas bahasa Inggris. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis efek-efek lagu dalam peningkatan motivasi di kelas-kelas bahasa Inggris. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode eksperimental dengan membagi responden ke dalam dua grup: eksperimental dan kontrol. Kelas kontrol belajar bahasa Inggris secara konvensional sedangkan kelas eksperimental belajar bahasa Inggris dengan pelajaran yang diintegrasikan dengan lagu. Selain itu penelitian ini menggunakan kuesioner dan wawancara semi terstruktur untuk mendapatkan hasilnya. Penelitian ini mengindikasikan lagu dapat memotivasi siswa untuk belajar bahasa Inggris dan mendapatkan kosakata baru. Oleh karena itu, guru harus mempertimbangkan penggunaan lagu dalam kelas-kelas bahasa Inggris untuk meningkatkan motivasi siswa. Namun, penggunaan lagu perlu disesuaikan dengan level kemampuan bahasa Inggris, usia dan karakteristik pelajaran.
The Effects of Integrating Digital Storytelling to Students’ Motivation Reza Anggriyashati Adara; Aridhotul Haqiyyah
Edukasi Vol. 7, No. 2, December 2020
Publisher : State Islamic University of Raden Fatah Palembang, South Sumatra, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.19109/ejpp.v7i2.6023

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Incorporating technology seems to have positive effects on improving students’ motivation on EFL (English as a Foreign Language) learning. One of strategies that can be used to improve students’ motivation in EFL classrooms is incorporating digital storytelling or an amalgamation of audio, text, animation and voice. Therefore, the present study aims to analyse the effects of digital storytelling to motivation of a group of Indonesian EFL learners. The present study applied a quasi-experiment design. The participants of present study are 19 college students whom are divided into experimental and control classes. In order to obtain the results, a set of questionnaires adapted from Deci & Ryan’ Self Determination Theory (2002) and Yoon’s (2013) toward digital storytelling motivation are distributed to the participants. Besides that, semi-structured interviews were conducted to two students to provide deeper insights toward the effects of digital storytelling on students’ motivation. In addition, English tests were given before and after the treatment. The results show that the experimental class shows slightly higher level of motivation than the control class. In addition, the respondents considered digital storytelling as beneficial for improving their English skills and creativity. Besides that, students in experimental class performed better in English test than ones in control class after treatment. Thus, it can be said that digital storytelling seems to have positive effects on students.
Improving Indonesian EFL Learners’ Motivation Through Computer Assisted Learning (CALL) Reza Anggriyashati Adara; Aridhotul Haqiyah
Journal of English Language Studies Vol 6, No 1 (2021): Available Online in March 2021
Publisher : English Department - University of Sultan Ageng Tirtayasa

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30870/jels.v6i1.9119

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It has been argued that technology can improve learners’ motivation. Furthermore, technology integration has been regarded one of motivational strategies or techniques to improve learners’ positive attitudes. In this regard, one of motivational strategies that can be given to learners is incorporating CALL (Computer Assisted Language Learning) to EFL (English as a Foreign Language) classrooms. Therefore, the present research analysed the effects of CALL on a group of Indonesian EFL learners’ motivation. In order to obtain the results, the present research conducted a quasi-experimental study toward 40 college students. In addition, a set of questionnaires adapted from Taguchi, Magid, & Papi (2009) as well as semi-structured interviews were used as research instruments. In addition, English tests will be given to the respondents to see the effects of CALL on the improvement of learners’ achievements. The results of present study suggest the positive effects of CALL on learners’ motivation. In addition, learners’ achievement also improved after being intervened with CALL. Nevertheless, the use of CALL needs to be supported by teachers who are capable enough to provide suitable materials that suit learners’ need. Thus, it seems important for teachers to be provided with prior sufficient training on how to use CALL effectively.  
Investigating the Difference in Demotivation Factors: A Case Study of Two Groups of Indonesian EFL Learners. Reza Anggriyashati Adara; Nuryadi Nuryadi; Rahmat Ade Nasution
Journal of English Language Studies Vol 4, No 2 (2019): Available Online in September 2019
Publisher : English Department - University of Sultan Ageng Tirtayasa

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30870/jels.v4i2.6228

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Investigating demotivation factors of two different groups of EFL learners might provide more insights to reduce demotivation among students. Nevertheless, there is lack of studies toward demotivation, especially ones that analyze demotivation of Indonesian’s EFL students. Adara (2018) analyzed demotivation factors of a group of EFL students in Bekasi. However, her study only focused on one group of learners and did not compare demotivation factors which may affect different group of learners. Therefore, the present study aims to investigate the differences in demotivation factors of two groups of Indonesian EFL learners. Whereas one group consists of 44 English literature college students, another group is 41 students major in communication study. Applying a mixed-method approach to obtain the results, the present study distributed a set of questionnaires adapted from Sakai and Kikuchi (2009) to two groups of college students whereas the interviews were administered to six of them. The results indicate that both groups of learners were mostly demotivated by teachers’ incompetence and teaching styles, lack of intrinsic motivation, and inadequate school facilities. The results of present study suggest the importance of teachers’ roles in providing appropriate teaching approach for learners as well as learning content and materials to avoid students’ demotivation.
Digital Storytelling for Improving ESP’s Students’ Motivation and Autonomy During Covid-19 Pandemic: A Conceptual Paper Reza Anggriyashati Adara
Journal of English Teaching and Linguistics Studies (JET Li) Vol 4, No 1 (2022): Volume 4 Nomor 1 Tahun 2022
Publisher : Fakultas Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan Universitas Pakuan

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | Full PDF (127.357 KB) | DOI: 10.55215/jetli.v4i1.4818

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Covid-19 pandemic has changed the way ESP (English for Specific Purposes) teachers and students interact in the classrooms. As teachers and students need to use online method to teach and learn English, an alternative strategy is needed to maintain students’ motivation and autonomy. One of alternatives which can be taken by teachers to improve students’ motivation and autonomy is digital storytelling. It is because digital storytelling has been considered effective to improve students’ motivation and autonomy. Therefore, the present study is a conceptual paper which will discuss the possibilities of digital storytelling integration to ESP classes. In addition, the present study aims to discuss strategies that can be taken to apply digital storytelling to ESP classrooms.  
The differences in Indonesian ESL students’ motivation and perceptions of NEST and NNEST Reza Anggriyashati Adara
JET ADI BUANA Vol 5 No 01 (2020): Volume 05 Number 01 April 2020
Publisher : Universitas PGRI Adi Buana Surabaya

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36456/jet.v5.n01.2020.2139

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Different teachers might have different influence on students’ motivation as well as perceptions. The present study aims to analyse the differences in students’ motivation and perceptions toward of two different types of teachers; NEST (Native English Speaking Teachers) and NNEST (Non-Native English Speaking Teachers). The present study applied a mixed method approach by distributing a set of questionnaires to sixty junior high school students and interviewing four of them to answer its research questions. The results indicate students’ motivation to learn English with NEST because students think it will improve their speaking skills. In addition, NEST’ accents and cultural knowledge motivate students to learn English with them. On the other hand, the results suggest that students are motivated to learn English with NNEST because they are more understanding to students’ learning difficulties and NNEST can resort to students’ L1 when students need it. Thus, students seem to have their own perceptions of the disadvantages and advantages of NEST and NNEST. To minimise the disadvantages, co-teaching seems imperative to be conducted to improve students’ learning experience. In addition, pre-service teachers need to be aware of their own advantages and disadvantages either as NNEST or NEST. Educational institutions should also provide in-service teachers training to help their teachers reducing their disadvantages and maximising their advantages.
MENINGKATKAN MOTIVASI BELAJAR BAHASA INGGRIS MELALUI DIGITAL STORY TELLING REZA ANGGRIYASHATI ADARA
Interpretasi: Communication & Public Relations Vol 1, No 1 (2020): Interpretasi: Communication & Public Relation
Publisher : Institut Bisnis Muhammadiyah Bekasi

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | Full PDF (275.552 KB) | DOI: 10.53990/ijpik.v1i1.110

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Motivation is one of the important points in learning English because motivation has a big influence on students' interest in learning English. Therefore, teachers do various things to increase student motivation. One of the things that teachers can do to increase students' interest in learning English is to use digital storytelling. In this case, digital storytelling is a storytelling process that includes various elements of technology such as audio, video, and so on. This article aims to review the benefits of using digital storytelling in learning English. In addition, this article aims to provide ideas on how teachers can incorporate digital storytelling into their English classes. With the use of digital storytelling, teachers are expected not only to increase student motivation but also to make students more independent and literate towards technology
ANALYSIS ON THE DIFFERENCES IN EFL LEARNERS’ DEMOTIVATING FACTORS AFTER COVID 19 PANDEMIC Reza Anggriyashati Adara; Onin Najmudin
Ta'dib Vol 23, No 2 (2020)
Publisher : Universitas Islam Negeri Mahmud Yunus Batusangkar

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31958/jt.v23i2.2373

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Abstract: The change in the learning environment as what happen ed in the aftermath of COVID 19 pandemic can lead to learners’ demotivation. The present study aims to analyze how COVID 19 pandemic can affect the differences in demotivation factors of a group of EFL learners. Therefore, a set of questionnaires were   distributed before and during COVID19 pandemic. In addition, semi-structured interviews were conducted to gain deeper insights on the matter. The results suggest significant differences in demotivational factors that affect the respondents before and after COVID19 pandemic. Before the pandemic, inadequate school facilities were the most demotivating factor. After the pandemic, test scores become the most demotivating factor among the respondents. However, teachers’' related factors and learning materials still relatively affect the respondents after the pandemic. Besides, online learning was found to be one of the demotivational factors among the respondents as they feel deprived from real life inter-action and burdened with lack of stable internet connection and suitable gadgets for online learning. The results suggest that changing the learning environment can affect learners’ demotivation and motivation. Thus, it seems imperative for the teachers to be able to adapt their approach and materials to suit changing conditions especially during the pandemicAbstrak: Perubahan lingkungan belajar yang terjadi pasca pandemi COVID 19 dapat menyebabkan penurunan motivasi peserta didik. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis bagaimana pandemi COVID 19 dapat mempengaruhi perbedaan faktor demotivasi pada kelompok peserta didik EFL. Oleh karena itu, serangkaian kuesioner dibagikan sebelum dan selama pandemi COVID19. Selain itu, wawancara semi-terstruktur dilakukan untuk mendapatkan pemahaman yang lebih dalam tentang masalah tersebut. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan perbedaan signifikan pada faktor demotivasi yang mempengaruhi responden sebelum dan sesudah pandemi COVID19. Sebelum pandemi, fasilitas sekolah yang tidak memadai merupakan faktor yang paling menurunkan motivasi. Setelah pandemi, skor tes menjadi faktor yang paling mendemotivasi responden. Namun, faktor guru dan materi pembelajaran masih relatif mempengaruhi responden setelah pandemi. Selain itu, pembelajaran online ditemukan sebagai salah satu faktor demotivasi di kalangan responden karena mereka merasa kehilangan interaksi di kehidupan nyata dan dibebani dengan kurangnya koneksi internet yang stabil dan gadget yang sesuai untuk pembelajaran online. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa mengubah lingkungan belajar dapat mempengaruhi motivasi dan motivasi peserta didik. Oleh karena itu, sangat penting bagi para guru untuk dapat menyesuaikan pendekatan dan materi mereka agar sesuai dengan kondisi yang berubah terutama selama pandemi
Analyzing the Correlation Between Students’ Motivation and Error Pronunciation of Voiceless Θ Words: A Qualitative Study Reza Anggriyashati Adara; Elli Rahmawati Zulaeha; Anggiarini Arianto; Wilda Kamilah; Onin Najmudin
Eralingua: Jurnal Pendidikan Bahasa Asing dan Sastra Vol 7, No 2 (2023): ERALINGUA
Publisher : Makassar State University

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26858/eralingua.v7i2.46793

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Abstract. Pronunciation can be considered as one of the most difficult aspects to acquire in second language acquisition. Analyzing pronunciation errors may provide teachers and researchers on the best approaches to teach pronunciation. In addition, it has been suggested that students who are interested in correcting their pronunciation errors can be more motivated to acquire the target language. Thus, the present study aims to analyze the relationship between pronunciation errors of voiceless θ words and students’ motivation. The present study applied a descriptive qualitative approach by interviewing 15 students from a senior high school in Bekasi, Indonesia. The results of present study suggest that the majority of the respondents found it difficult to pronounce voiceless θ words. However, their difficulties to pronounce voiceless θ words might not correlate with their motivation to learn English as the majority of the respondents are motivated to learn English despite finding difficulties to pronounce voiceless θ words. Furthermore, the majority of the participants are motivated to improve their pronunciation due to extrinsic factors. Implications and further studies are also discussed in the present study.Keywords: Motivation, Pronunciation Errors, Qualitative Study, Voiceless Θ Words