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Teachers’ Techniques in Providing Reading Material for Junior High School Fujinda Kardila; Yetti Zainil
Journal of English Language Teaching Vol 12, No 4 (2023)
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Padang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24036/jelt.v12i4.125751

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This research was purposed to find out the technique that the teachers use in providing reading material and also their reasons why they choose that technique. This research was descriptive research. A total of 7 English teachers at junior high schools in sub-district of Lembang Jaya were chosen as the participants. Questionnaire, interview guideline, and document analysis were used as the instruments to collect the data. The questionnaire consisted of 20 close-ended questions related to the techniques of providing reading material. The interview guideline consisted 5 leading questions about the techniques of providing reading material and the reason why choosing that technique. According to the result of this study, 74% of English teachers a junior high school in sub-district of Lembang Jaya use adapting reading material technique in providing reading material for the students. The English teachers use 5 techniques of adapting reading material: modifying content, adding/deleting content, addressing omission, extending task, and reorganizing content. According to the further interview with the English teachers, there are three reasons why teachers adapt reading material: to help the students understand the reading material, to match the ability of the students, and to make the students interested to learn the material by making it more contextual. Even though the result of this research which was conducted in sub-district of Lembang Jaya is mostly all English teachers at junior high school use adapting reading material technique in providing reading material, this research was not purposed to generalize that result will be the same if the same research is conducted in other schools, area, and places.
Multifaceted Challenges Encountered by English for Specific Purposes (ESP) Lecturers in the Context of Pedagogical Instruction: A Comprehensive Case Study Nasution, Dina Syarifah; Syarif, Hermawati; Zainil, Yetti
Journal of English Language and Education Vol 8, No 2 (2023)
Publisher : Universitas Pahlawan Tuanku Tambusai

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/jele.v8i2.452

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This comprehensive case study investigates the multifaceted challenges faced by English for Specific Purposes (ESP) lecturers in the context of pedagogical instruction at STAIN Madina, Indonesia. ESP instruction is crucial for equipping students with specialized language skills tailored to their future careers. However, this research reveals various challenges ESP lecturers encounter, including curriculum design complexities, pedagogical strategy adaptations, resource limitations, diverse student backgrounds, and assessment intricacies. These challenges impact the quality of ESP instruction, with implications for student preparedness in religious studies and beyond. The significance of this study lies in its potential to enhance the overall quality of ESP education at STAIN Madina and similar institutions in Indonesia and globally. Practical recommendations are provided for addressing these challenges, such as curriculum updates, innovative teaching strategies, improved resources, tailored support for diverse student backgrounds, and alternative assessment methods. By understanding and mitigating these challenges, institutions can better prepare students for specialized careers, fostering effective communication in various professional domains
Language Curriculum Innovation: Exploring the RPL Students’ Respond of Factors of BL Adoption in Higher Education Budiyanti, Kurnia; Syarif, Hermawati; Zainil, Yetti
Journal of English Language and Education Vol 8, No 2 (2023)
Publisher : Universitas Pahlawan Tuanku Tambusai

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/jele.v8i2.444

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Blended learning (BL) is a demand for curriculum innovation. The need of BL for working students is avoidable. This research investigates the respond of the Recognition of Past Learning (RPL) program students of factor that influence students toward blended learning adoption in higher education. This research employed quantitative method with survey design. The subjects of the research were 25 of RPL students. To collect the data, the researcher used questionnaires with Likert scale. The data analysis was descriptive statistics. Results showed that 84% RPL students preferred BL setting. The students also manifested a positive respond of each factors of the blended learning adoption in their campus. Thus, positive support factors, students’ attitude, students’ perspective, and learning effectiveness regarding blended learning adoption has positive contribution to innovate curriculum development especially for RPL class.Keywords: blended learning, curriculum, innovation, respond
Articulating Beliefs: A Comprehensive Analysis of English Teachers' Perspectives on Grammar Teaching Wati, Siska Oktawidya; Syarif, Hermawati; Zainil, Yetti
Journal of English Language and Education Vol 8, No 2 (2023)
Publisher : Universitas Pahlawan Tuanku Tambusai

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/jele.v8i2.450

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Teacher beliefs are about how teachers conceptualize their work in classroom. Based on the theories, teacher beliefs is an important element in improving the quality of educational  practice.  Therefore,  the  purposes  of  this  study  are  to describe  the  teachers‟  beliefs  and  to  investigate  how  the  teachers “practice of teaching grammar in classroom. The research method used is descriptive qualitative. The subjects of this study were two English teachers who were experienced in teaching English at  SMPN 1 Harau. The instruments used are interview, field notes, and documents. The technique of data analyses used the Mile and Huberman model. Based on the result of the study the data show that teachers beliefs that grammar is important because it effects on how students make the correct sentence. There are five factors that support the beliefs, lesson plan, teaching method, teaching procedure, sources of teaching materials, the teachers and students roles. However, in teaching practices not those factors are applied because the teachers had to a lot of time to manage the classroom.
ESP for Nurse: A Curriculum Analysis Marleni, Lusi; Syarif, Hermawati; Zainil, Yetti
Journal of Education Research Vol. 4 No. 4 (2023)
Publisher : Perkumpulan Pengelola Jurnal PAUD Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37985/jer.v4i4.757

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ESP need to be designed appropriately with the students’ need. ESP for Nurse is very important for learning English in Nursing Department. This descriptive research is taken at Nursing Department of Universitas Pahlawan Tuanku Tambusai by analyzing the curriculum; the material, teaching, and evaluation strategies used in this department. The result shows that the materials are basic medical terminology, patient communication, medical procedures, and protocols. In addition, the strategies which are used by the lecturers are active listening, empathetic communication, clear and concise communication, non-verbal communication, health literacy awareness, patient education, conflict resolution skill, interdisciplinary collaboration, time management, continuous professional development, and health and safety precautions. The learning processes are evaluated by language proficiency assessments, clinical communication simulations, written assignments and reports, case study discussions, professional presentations, interpersonal communication assessments, vocabulary and medical terminology quizzes, reflection journals, and peer and self-assessment. The curriculum is designed and managed appropriately with a nurse need.
An Analysis of Project-Based Learning Teaching Module by English Teachers of Senior High Schools in Lembah Gumanti Rizma, Annisa Elmida; Zainil, Yetti
Journal of English Language Teaching Vol 13, No 1 (2024)
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Padang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24036/jelt.v13i1.127558

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This study is a descriptive study aimed at investigating project-based learning teaching modules compiled by English teachers as well as their problems in compiling them in the senior high school in Lembah Gumanti on the Merdeka curriculum. A total of six English teachers at senior high school in Lembah Gumanti were chosen as the participants. Qualitative analysis was used to describe the analysis of the teaching modulus compiled by an English teacher. The data from the interview was transcribed, classified, and concluded. The results of the qualitative analysis showed that the design of the project-based learning teaching module by three English teachers in Lembah Gumanti was quite appropriate. Three teachers are able quite capable to write project-based learning teaching modules by writing their entire syntax according to their characteristics. The results of the interviews showed that the other three teachers who do not use a project-based learning module faced some problems in compiling the project-based learning teaching modules on the Merdeka curriculum, the teachers are not familiar with stages the project-based learning and have difficulty determining the project topic as well as its activities in the classroom. It was concluded that the teachers need training in designing the specialized project-based learning teaching module so that they will be better for the design of teaching module based on the Merdeka curriculum
Students’ Attitude Toward the Use of Reading Aloud in Learning Reading Skills at SMP Muhammadiyah 6 Padang Hikmah, Sri; Zainil, Yetti
Journal of English Language Teaching Vol 13, No 1 (2024)
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Padang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24036/jelt.v13i1.127470

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This study aims to analyze students' attitudes towards the use of reading aloud in learning reading skills at SMP Muhammadiyah 6 Padang. The researcher employed a mixed-methods approach, involving a total population of 204 students from grades 7, 8, and 9, as well as English teachers at SMP Muhammadiyah 6 Padang. The research sample, obtained through simple random sampling, comprised 25% of the student population, totaling 51 students, and two English teachers. Quantitative research was conducted using a questionnaire to analyze students' attitudes towards the use of reading aloud in learning reading skills at SMP Muhammadiyah 6 Padang. Meanwhile, qualitative research was carried out to analyze the extent to which teachers utilize reading aloud in teaching reading skills. The research findings indicate that students have positive attitude towards affective, cognitive, and behavioral components in learning reading skills. Therefore, it can be concluded that students feel that reading aloud helps and motivates them in learning English reading skills. Interviews with two English teachers also revealed skillful practices of reading aloud, aligning with best practices in reading aloud. 
Students' Ability in Using Context Clues at English Education Program UNP Muliya, Zahrani Esa; Zainil, Yetti
Journal of English Language Teaching Vol 13, No 2 (2024)
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Padang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24036/jelt.v13i2.128787

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This research aims to find out the abilities of the first-year and the third-year students of English Education Program of Universitas Negeri Padang in using Context Clues and to know the difficulties faced by the students in using Context Clues. This research was a descriptive research. The population of this research were the first-year and third-year students of English Education Program UNP. The total sample of this research was 80 students consisting of 45 first-year students and 35 third-year students. The instrumentations of this research were Context Clues test consisting of 30 questions and an interview. The test result showed that the average score of first-year students was 51.3 and the third-year students was 54.7. The average score indicated that the students’ ability in using Context Clues was in Moderate level. Furthermore, the interview result showed that there were three difficulties faced by the students in using Context Clues: not understanding the context of the sentence, lacking vocabulary mastery, and having difficulty in finding the meaning of unfamiliar words by using Example and Antonym clues.
An Analysis of Students’ Difficulties in Making Inferences at English Department Universitas Negeri Padang Wahyudi, Heri; Zainil, Yetti
Journal of English Language Teaching Vol 13, No 1 (2024)
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Padang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24036/jelt.v13i1.126534

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Making inferences is an essential component of reading. Besides that, when the text asks the reader to know the facts behind it, the inference must be considered when reading. Inference becomes an important part of reading to be fluent. It is one of the key components to become fluent in reading. English language education students usually learn and apply inference when they are in advanced reading classes; they will learn a lot about it and make inferences from given text. However, when the researcher was in the class, he noticed that a few other students complained because they felt difficult when making inferences from the text. Some researchers have examined case studies about inference. However, prior research on comprehension of reading texts focused more on making inferences and inference strategies. This study aims to find out students’ difficulties in making inferences at English Language Education Universitas Negeri Padang. The researcher employs a descriptive quantitative research design that integrates quantitative and qualitative methodologies. This research involved 30 students of English Language Education at Universitas Negeri Padang from K4-2019. The random sampling was implemented in this research. The results showed that comprehending the role of grammatical in unknown words, having the highest percentage at 63.3%, then recognizing the author's bias at 60%, understanding the author's point of view at 56.6%, and making a conclusion from the facts in the text at 50%. The results indicate that almost all sixth-semester students at English Language Education Universitas Negeri Padang have difficulty in making inferences.
Differentiated Teaching and Learning Applied in English Classes of Phase F of Senior High School Azhari, Zakiyurrahman; Zainil, Yetti
Journal of English Language Teaching Vol 13, No 1 (2024)
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Padang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24036/jelt.v13i1.127718

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This study aims to describe how teachers applied differentiated teaching and learning in English classes of phase F Senior High Schools based on the Merdeka curriculum and figure out the problems they commonly encountered in this type of instruction. The data was gathered by interviewing and observing English teachers who taught phase F grade XI of SMA Negeri 7 and SMA Negeri 10 Padang in the first semester of the 2023-2024 academic year representing English teachers of batch I and II Sekolah Penggerak in Padang who were selected by applying purposive sampling. First interview was conducted to investigate how teachers identified student’s learning needs and observation was conducted to investigate how teachers applied differentiated teaching and learning in the classes. Another interview was conducted to find out and describe the problems commonly encountered in this type of instruction. The results show that both teachers A and B identified students' learning needs (readiness) by applying initial formative assessments and taking the data provided by counselling teachers about students' interests and learning profiles. Both teachers adjusted their instruction with relatively similar content differentiation strategies due to the level of student readiness and language barriers. Each teacher applied various processes of differentiations in the types of activity, tasks, media and the level of assistance provided. However, teacher B showed more engagement in personal assistance, scaffolding and tiered tasks. Teacher A offered less consistent product alternatives while teacher B was more consistent and challenged student’s creativity in working by utilizing technology. Accordingly, teacher A faced more obstacles than teacher B.