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Journal : Journal of English Language and Education

TED Talks as a Learning Medium to Improve Listening Skills of Vocational School Students Agustino, Novrada Julian; Gozali, Agus
Journal of English Language and Education Vol 10, No 3 (2025)
Publisher : Universitas Pahlawan Tuanku Tambusai

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/jele.v10i3.964

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Utilizing TED Talks videos provides a fresh and attractive experience for students, enhanced by their accessibility across various platforms, which simplifies the learning process for them. A variety of videos, such as those from TED Talks, can serve as useful resources for acquiring the English language. This investigation focuses on enhancing students' listening abilities through the utilization of TED Talks videos. This investigation employed a pre-experimental design to examine the issue. Pre- and post-tests were administered to a sample of 11th graders of Vocational High Schools. The findings showed that the TED Talks videos had an effective effect on improving students' listening skills. A significant number of students demonstrated the potential to enhance their vocabulary and their comprehension of various accents. Moreover, engaging in listening can empower students
Adapting English Teaching to Industry Needs: An Instructional Perspective of Vocational High School Teachers Royyani, Nauroh; Gozali, Agus
Journal of English Language and Education Vol 10, No 6 (2025)
Publisher : Universitas Pahlawan Tuanku Tambusai

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/jele.v10i6.1647

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English proficiency is essential in vocational education as it equips students with the communication skills needed in industrial workplaces. However, English instruction in many vocational schools remains general and does not address the specific communication demands of different professions, creating a gap between classroom practices and workplace expectations. This study explores how English teachers in a vocational high school adapt their instructional practices and how institutional leadership supports these efforts. Using a qualitative case study, data were collected through semi-structured interviews with three English teachers and one vice principal of curriculum at a Vocational High School in Indonesia. The findings reveal that teachers employ project-based learning, authentic materials, and role-play to contextualize English instruction, with partial support from curriculum coordination and leadership initiatives. The study concludes that stronger collaboration among teachers, leaders, and industry partners is needed to ensure that vocational English instruction effectively meets workplace communication needs.