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The Use of Captional Videos Strategy to Improve Students' Vocabulary Mastery Ilma, Firda; Mafulah, Siti
JOSAR (Journal of Students Academic Research) Vol 9 No 1 (2024): March
Publisher : Universitas Islam Balitar

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35457/josar.v9i1.3274

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The aim of this study is to investigate how captional videos strategy as a teaching media improve students' vocabulary. Classroom Action Research (CAR) was used in this study. There were 32 students of eighth grade of junior high school as participants. The instruments used were test, observation checklist, and questionnaire. Criteria of success, lesson plan, media used was set on planning. The step was followed by implementing, obserning, and reflecting. This study was done on two cycles since the result of the first cycle did not meet the criteria of success. The result shows that vocabulary test result in Cycle II passed the criteria of success. Out of 32 students, 86% of the students got scores above 75, and 75% of students were active in the class. This suggests that including captioned movies into the classroom may be a useful way to expand students' lexical knowledge and proficiency in English. Therefore, it is suggested for teacher to use captional video as alternative media in teaching English especially in improving studdents’ vocabulary.
"MOM, I CAN SPEAK ENGLISH!": CASE STUDY OF THE USE OF FLASHCARDS ON EARLY CHILDHOOD CHILDREN Siti Mafulah; Ni Nyoman Ayu Shri Smertini Adhi
(JIBS) JURNAL ILMIAH BAHASA DAN SASTRA Vol. 11 No. 2 (2024): JIBS : JURNAL ILMIAH BAHASA DAN SASTRA
Publisher : Fakultas Bahasa dan Sastra Universitas PGRI Kanjuruhan Malang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21067/jibs.v11i2.10883

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Children language acquisition is depended on the learning situation, engagement, and the use of media. Therefore, this study investigates the use of flashcards as media on children ‘s vocabulary mastery. This study focused on the children’s, parents, and teacher’s perception. This study used qualitative research design. To obtain data, observation and interview were applied. The observation was done during the teaching learning process while interview for the children was given whenever the children were in a good mood. The findings revealed the challenges and benefits of using flashcards for early childhood learning. Children showed strong involvement and retention when they were engaged in the learning process using flashcards. Besides, the combination between the use of flashcards and games made the learning process more interactive. The teacher emphasized the usefulness of flashcards to enhance participation and memory retention. Besides, based on the parents’ point of view, the use of Flashcards is flexible and helps children in speeding up the language acquisition. The study presents new insights into effective language teaching techniques for early childhood with a focus on cognitive needs as well as specific developmental needs of children. It is recommended to use flashcards for educators and parents who want to improve their early childhood language learning experience.
Text Planner and Self-Assessment of Recount Writing Ability among Junior High School Students Mafulah, Siti; Sribudiati, Wiwik; Haider, Sanwal
JOSAR (Journal of Students Academic Research) Vol 9 No 2 (2024): September
Publisher : Universitas Islam Balitar

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35457/josar.v9i2.3938

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This study aims to explore whether the use of text planner combined with self- assessment affects students' recount text writing ability at junior high school students. The research employed a pre-experimental method using a one-group pretest- posttest design. The participants were 32 students from class VIII-H of SMP Negeri 1 Turen. The results showed a significant improvement in the students' recount writing performance from pretest to posttest. The average score increased from 67.27 to 80.08, indicating that the intervention of using a text planner combined with self-assessment has a positive impact. The Paired Samples T-test further confirmed the statistical significance of this improvement, with a p-value of 0.000, which is less than the standard significance level of 0.05. These findings suggest that the use of a text planner to guide the organization of recount texts, combined with self-assessment to enable students to critically evaluate their own writing, can be an effective approach to improve junior high school students' recount writing ability. The study provides valuable insights for educators seeking to implement evidence- based strategies to support students' development in this genre of writing. In addition, due to the limitation of this study, it is reccommended for futrure researchers to conduct research on the different text type and the implementattion in the different level of students so that the use of text planner combined withh self-assessment can be generalized as an effective way to teach English Writing Skill.
Differentiated Instruction and Its Implementation in Teaching of Recount Texts: A Case of Applying Genre-Based Approach Sinta Fatimah; Umi Tursini; Siti Mafulah
EDUJ : English Education Journal Vol. 2 No. 2 (2024): December 2024
Publisher : CV. Kalimasada Group Profesional

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.59966/eduj.v2i2.1214

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Differentiated Instruction is an approach to teaching that considers the diverse learning needs, interests, and abilities of students. In contrast, the genre approach is a pedagogical method focused on teaching writing through the exploration and production of various genres. The objectives of this study are to investigate the implementation of a genre-based approach in teaching recount texts within a differentiated instruction framework, and to assess the impact of this approach on students’ learning outcomes and engagement. This research employs a qualitative method, which is a process of inquiry aimed at understanding human behaviors by creating complex, holistic pictures of the social and cultural contexts in which such behaviors occur. The data instruments include document analysis, observations, and interviews. Participants in this research consist of a teacher and students from SMP Al Azhar Pagelaran Malang. Data analysis follows an interactive model technique, which involves several stages: data reduction, data display, conclusion drawing, and triangulation. The result, teacher conducted an assessment to identify the students' needs. Subsequently, they implemented genre-based approach to make learning recount texts more engaging, allowing students to circulate and exchange information with different groups. From the interview data, it was evident that students enjoyed learning through differentiated instruction. With various learning styles accommodated, students felt confident in their understanding of the material presented in each lesson.
Exploring factors influencing EFL students’ lack of interests in English lessons Noyan, Marselina; Usadiati, Wahyuningsih; Mafulah, Siti
Journal of Research on English and Language Learning (J-REaLL) Vol. 6 No. 1 (2025): Journal of Research on English and Language Learning (J-REaLL)
Publisher : Universitas Islam Malang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33474/j-reall.v6i1.22907

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Learning outcomes are significantly and positively influenced by students’ interest in learning. This means that students will learn more effectively if they are more interested and satisfied with what they are learning. Unfortunately, the issue of students' lack of interest in learning English has not been thoroughly studied yet. Therefore, the aim of this study is to find out the aspects that cause students' lack of interest in English lessons. A survey design was used with tenth grade students of a high school in Malang, Indonesia, as the subjects, using 14 sets of items in the questionnaire as the research instrument to obtain the data. The data were verified through interviews to confirm their consistency with the questionnaire result. The data were analyzed and displayed using percentages. The findings show that, on average, from the teacher’s side, the students’ lack of interest in English lessons were mostly due to the teacher’s materials and methods of teaching and personal relationship with the students. From the students’ side, most of their lack of interest is due to their own unreadiness to learn English. These findings suggest that teachers should improve their teaching methods, materials, and student engagement strategies to enhance students’ interest in learning English and achieve better learning outcomes.
Collaborative Writing on Descriptive Text: Creativity and Engagement Elga Farah Andanty; Agus Sholeh; Siti Mafulah
Jo-ELT (Journal of English Language Teaching) Fakultas Pendidikan Bahasa & Seni Prodi Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris IKIP Vol 12, No 1 (2025)
Publisher : Faculty of Culture, Management, and Business Universitas Pendidikan Mandalika (UNDIKMA)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33394/jo-elt.v12i1.14431

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This study aims to investigate the implementation of collaborative writing methods in improving creativity and engagement in writing descriptive texts at SMP Negeri 5 Kepanjen. This study uses a qualitative approach with a descriptive research type. Research data were collected through observation, interview and documentation activities. The collected data were analyzed descriptively qualitatively using an interactive data analysis model. The data from the research were re-tested for validity using triangulation. The results of the study showed that the implementation of the collaborative writing method in descriptive text learning increased As evidenced by the results of observations and interviews on student responses showed that collaborative writing can improve their creativity and engagement. This study highlights the potential of Collaborative Writing as a means to improve student creativity and engagement in descriptive text learning in junior high schools.
Exploring Indonesian EFL teacher-student interactions in online learning Mafulah, Siti; Basthomi, Yazid; Cahyono, Bambang Yudi; Suryati, Nunung
Studies in English Language and Education Vol 10, No 2 (2023)
Publisher : Universitas Syiah Kuala

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24815/siele.v10i2.23804

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The use of online platforms has been shown to help students engage in learning writing. The students engagement in revising their writing draft can be seen from the interactions between the teacher and the students or among the students. This study aims to determine teacher-student interactions in a writing class conducted synchronously and asynchronously via Google Classroom, Google Meet, and WhatsApp. The data were derived from the teachers and students discussions posted in written and oral modes in the applications. A qualitative approach in designing and gathering the data was used in this study. The findings show that the interactions between the teacher and the students raised the students understanding of the teachers instruction so that the students were engaged in writing their drafts and revising them properly. The patterns of the teachers interactions can be categorised into giving feedback (39%) followed respectively by prescribing the editor role (17.7%), promoting individual contributions (13.3%), promoting joint construction of meaning and form (11%), thanking and praising (10%), guiding through the writing steps (5.7%) and stimulating students (3.3%). Students responses toward the teachers patterns of interaction depend on the teachers talk. There is no initiative from the students to start the discussion. The students background as freshmen can cause this; the first-year students may not be brave enough to start the discussion. This suggests that exploring the interactions between the teacher and students of different backgrounds is necessary.
Pelatihan Pembelajaran Berdiferensiasi Menggunakan Strategi Know_Want to Know_Learned Bagi Guru Sekolah Menengah Atas Arrohmah Malang Mafulah, Siti; Tursini, Umi; Tika, Eufrasia
Jurnal Pemberdayaan Masyarakat Vol 10 No 1 (2025): Mei
Publisher : Direktorat Penelitian dan Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat (DPPM)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21067/jpm.v10i1.12128

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Differentiated learning is very necessary to facilitate students to obtain equal rights in classroom learning. With various backgrounds ranging from learning styles and learning methods of students and student categories (audio, visual, and kinesthetic), teachers are expected to be able to teach creatively and innovatively. However, not all teachers understand this, therefore it is necessary to conduct differentiated learning training using the Know, Want to know, and Learned (KWL) strategy so that teachers do not feel lectured in delivering their materials. This activity used 4 stages of implementation, the first stage K (Know), teachers were asked to write down what they know about differentiated learning, the second stage W (Want to know), what teachers wanted to learn related to differentiated learning, the third stage was the presentation of the material and the fourth stage L (learned), at this final stage, participants were asked to write down what they have learned from the presentation of the material and the discussions that have been carried out together. The results of the questionnaire stated that almost all participants felt happy and enthusiastic about participating in this activity and would apply differentiated learning in their respective classes.
How Storytelling Enhanced Elementary Students’ English Proficiency Mafulah, Siti; Panggala, Oka Bruno Asmara; Herawati, Siane
Teaching English as Foreign Language, Literature and Linguistics Vol. 5 No. 1 (2025): TEFLICS
Publisher : Program Studi Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris,, Fakultas Ilmu Pendidikan, Universitas Hasyim Asy'ari

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33752/teflics.v5i1.8976

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Teaching English to young learners requires creativity and engaging methods. Storytelling offers an alternative approach suitable for young students. This study aims to explore the English abilities of young learners through the use of storytelling. Data were collected through observations and interviews. Observations were conducted to examine students' activity in using English in the classroom, while interviews were carried out to strengthen the observational data. The participants were 26 students, with 10 selected for interviews to further validate their perceptions of storytelling activities. The findings indicate that storytelling has a positive influence on students' English abilities, particularly in speaking (including pronunciation and vocabulary). Interviews revealed that students found storytelling enjoyable, motivating, and helpful in learning English. These findings suggest that storytelling can serve as an effective alternative method for teaching English to young learners.
Collaborative Writing on Descriptive Text: Creativity and Engagement Andanty, Elga Farah; Sholeh, Agus; Mafulah, Siti
Jo-ELT (Journal of English Language Teaching) Fakultas Pendidikan Bahasa & Seni Prodi Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris IKIP Vol. 12 No. 1 (2025)
Publisher : Faculty of Culture, Management, and Business Universitas Pendidikan Mandalika (UNDIKMA)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33394/jo-elt.v12i1.14431

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This study aims to investigate the implementation of collaborative writing methods in improving creativity and engagement in writing descriptive texts at SMP Negeri 5 Kepanjen. This study uses a qualitative approach with a descriptive research type. Research data were collected through observation, interview and documentation activities. The collected data were analyzed descriptively qualitatively using an interactive data analysis model. The data from the research were re-tested for validity using triangulation. The results of the study showed that the implementation of the collaborative writing method in descriptive text learning increased As evidenced by the results of observations and interviews on student responses showed that collaborative writing can improve their creativity and engagement. This study highlights the potential of Collaborative Writing as a means to improve student creativity and engagement in descriptive text learning in junior high schools.