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The Effect of Using Skimming Technique in Students Reading Comprehension to Find out Main Idea at The Ninth Grade of Mts TI Paninggahan Leni Fatimah; Loli Safitri; Widya Syafitri; Syahrul Syahrul
Education Achievement: Journal of Science and Research Volume 5 Issue 2 July 2024
Publisher : Pusdikra-Publishing.com

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.51178/jsr.v5i2.2064

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This research was done due to several problems that found by the researcher. This research was aimed to find out the effect of using skimming technique in students reading comprehension to find out main idea on narrative text. This research was conducted at the ninth grade of Mts Ti Paninggahan. In this study, the researcher used quantitative method with pre-experimental design by comparing the students’ pre-test and post-test scores. To determine the sample, the researcher used purposive sampling and choosed one class as experimental class. The subject of this study ninth grade that consist of 18 students. The data was analyzed using t-test formula. The result shown that there were significant difference on the students reading comprehension to find out main idea after taught used skimming technique. The students mean score of the post-test was 78,33, it is bigger than mean score of pre-test was 46,11. The researcher used t-test formula by comparing score of pre-test and post-test through SPSS. Based on the output statistic, the value of Sig (2-tailed) is 0,00 < 0,05. It means that Ha is accepted. It means that the students who are taught using skimming technique is better than the students who are taught before using skimming technique. In short, skimming technique has a significant effect on students’ reading comprehension to find out main idea on narrative text at Mts Ti Paninggahan.
Bridging Classrooms and Careers: Exploring Students' Perspectives on English for Specific Purposes Instruction Widya Syafitri; Febria Sri Artika; Muthia Rahman; Cantika Atma Triannisa
AL-ISHLAH: Jurnal Pendidikan Vol 17, No 2 (2025): JUNE 2025
Publisher : STAI Hubbulwathan Duri

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35445/alishlah.v17i2.6889

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Globalization has heightened the need for English proficiency in specialized fields such as economics, hotel management, and tourism. English for Specific Purposes (ESP) courses aim to equip students with relevant language skills, but questions remain about their effectiveness and alignment with industry needs. This study investigates students’ perceptions of ESP course design and delivery across five universities in West Sumatra, Indonesia. Data were collected through surveys and interviews with 108 students, focusing on course credit hours, instructional materials, teaching strategies, and the use of technology. Findings show that 65% of students preferred interactive methods, such as simulations and case studies, over traditional lectures. Students also emphasized the need for more practical writing tasks and role-playing opportunities. Limited access to technological tools, including virtual trading platforms, was identified as a barrier to effective learning. Using Activity Theory, the study examines the interplay between students, instructional tools, institutional rules, and learning goals. It highlights challenges such as insufficient credit hours and unequal access to technology. Interactive methods and collaborative tasks emerged as effective strategies for building job-relevant language skills. Enhancing ESP programs requires increasing credit hours, integrating advanced technological tools, and aligning content with professional contexts. These recommendations aim to improve the impact of ESP education and better prepare students for global careers.