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Perceptions of Novice Learners toward the Use of AI in Developing Speaking Skill Wersi Murtini, Ni Made
Journal on Studies in English Language Teaching (JOSELT) Vol. 6 No. 2 (2025): JOSELT (Journal on Studies in English Language Teaching)
Publisher : Program Studi Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris FKIP Universitas Mahasaraswati Denpasar

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This study explored the perceptions of novice university students toward the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in developing English speaking skills. This qualitative study aims to investigate how novice learners perceive the role of AI in supporting their English speaking practice. The participants of this study were 10 novice learners of English Education Study Program who were determined by purposive sampling among 22 students who enrolled the Speaking for Informal Interaction Course. The data were collected through semi-structured interviews which were then analyzed by identifying themes related to learners’ perceptions of AI integration in speaking activities. The findings showed that in general the learners had positive view toward the use of AI in enhancing their speaking skills. They reported that AI tools provided opportunities for more frequent speaking practice, immediate feedback on pronunciation, and greater confidence in expressing their ideas. However, there are challenges noted, such as limited interaction quality compared to human communication. Overall, this study indicated that the integration of AI in speaking activities can support novice English learners in improving their speaking competence, confidence and engagement.
THE USE OF PODCASTS IN TEACHING LISTENING TO ESL STUDENTS Murtini, Ni Made Wersi
International Journal of Applied Science and Sustainable Development (IJASSD) Vol. 4 No. 2 (2022): International Journal of Applied Science and Sustainable Development (IJASSD)
Publisher : Lembaga Penelitian dan `Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat (LPPM)

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Listening is one of the four language skills that must be mastered by ESL students. Listening skill plays important role in communication to respond to what people speak. The present research was mainly based on the preliminary observation of 30 subjects in Semester 4A of the English Language Education Study Program which showed that most of the subjects’ listening skill was still low. Besides, the present research was intended to know whether or not the listening skill of the fourth-semester students in 4A class of the English Language Education Study Program can be improved through the use of podcasts. To achieve the objective, the researcher conducted classroom action research that was done in two cycles. Furthermore, the required data were obtained by administering the research instruments: tests and a questionnaire. The collected data were then analyzed by comparing the pre-test and post-tests, which showed significant improvements in the subjects’ mean scores from the pre-test to post-tests. Furthermore, the questionnaire results showed the subjects’ positive responses to the use of podcasts in teaching Listening. Based on the results of the research instruments, it could be concluded that the listening skill of the students in 4A Class of the English Language Education Study Program can be improved through the use of a Podcast.
CRITICAL DISCOURSE ANALYSIS OF SAMBAL ABC ADVERTISEMENT: A THREE-DIMENSIONAL FRAMEWORK APPROACH Ni Made Wersi Murtini
Jurnal Santiaji Pendidikan (JSP) Vol. 16 No. 1 (2026): Jurnal Santiaji Pendidikan (JSP)
Publisher : Fakultas Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan (FKIP) Universitas Mahasaraswati Denpasar

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This research delves into the critical discourse analysis (CDA) of an advertisement for Sambal ABC, an Indonesian chili sauce product, employing Fairclough’s three-dimensional framework. It explores the linguistic, discursive, and social dimensions prevalent in advertising language. The study contextualizes advertising as a form of discourse aiming to influence consumer attitudes and behaviors, emphasizing the relevance of CDA in decoding cultural nuances embedded within advertising. Methodologically, a qualitative approach was employed, focusing on linguistic analysis of pronouns, imperatives, and adjectives. Additionally, the study investigated textual practice which focuses on the linguistics element, discursive practices which is unveiling how language production and consumption influence discourse formation; moreover, sociolinguistic analysis emphasized socio-historical factors affecting discourse interpretation. Results from the critical analysis of the Sambal ABC advertisement revealed deliberate linguistic choices aiming at audience engagement. Pronouns personalized the message, imperatives directed actions, and adjectives highlighted desired qualities, enhancing the advertisement’s appeal. Discursively, the advertisement positioned the audience as active participants, emphasized product uniqueness, and promoted social responsibility towards farmers, establishing an emotional connection rooted in family values. The study’s societal implications were evident, challenging norms of expressing gratitude towards products, recognizing farmers’ contributions, and tapping into cultural identity. This research underscores the intricate interplay between language, persuasion, and societal contexts within advertising, emphasizing the need for understanding discourse in advertising as a powerful tool shaping consumer perceptions.