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BRAINSTORMING, EXPLORING, SHARING, TRANSFERRING KNOWLEDGE (BEST) AS A METHOD TO DEVELOP STUDENTS’ LANGUAGE COMPETENCE Ida Bagus Nyoman Mantra; Nengah Dwi Handayani; Ida Ayu Made Sri Widiastuti
International Journal of Applied Science and Sustainable Development (IJASSD) Vol. 5 No. 2 (2023): International Journal of Applied Science and Sustainable Development (IJASSD)
Publisher : Lembaga Penelitian dan `Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat (LPPM)

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Language competence is the act of using language for communication purposes. Therefore, language competence is a natural manifestation of a person's linguistic competence. The student's linguistic competence level is generally reflected in their language skills. This study used a classroom action research design with two cycles of learning activities to improve students' language competence through the BEST learning method. Data were collected through pre-test, post-test, and questionnaire. The results showed that students' language competence improved significantly from cycles 1 and 2 compared to the pre-test results. Therefore, the BEST is an effective learning method for teaching language competence. This study implies that teachers should consider using the BEST learning method to develop students' language competence.
INDEPENDENCE CURRICULUM IN PRACTICE: EXAMINING LEARNING MODELS DEPLOYED BY SCHOOL TEACHERS Nengah Dwi Handayani; Ida Bagus Nyoman Mantra
International Journal of Applied Science and Sustainable Development (IJASSD) Vol. 5 No. 2 (2023): International Journal of Applied Science and Sustainable Development (IJASSD)
Publisher : Lembaga Penelitian dan `Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat (LPPM)

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Abstract This study examines learning models applied in learning activities used by teachers in the implementation of the independent curriculum. In this research, a qualitative descriptive method was used. The data were collected through interviews and participant observation in natural classroom settings. This study found that teachers observed in classes with the independent curriculum tended to apply learning models that supported students' creativity and improved their critical thinking skills. There are four learning models that teachers tend to implement, namely Problem-Based Learning (PBL), Project-based Learning (PJBL), Discovery Learning (DL), and Inquiry Learning (IL). These four models can foster 4C skills, namely collaborative, creative, critical thinking or critical thinking, and also communication or building good multi-directional communication in the learning process. This research implies that teachers must be able to choose the right learning model in learning so that students can improve their competence.
Assessing the effectiveness of interactive grammar-based teaching in enhancing EFL learners’ concord comprehension and learning confidence Nengah Dwi Handayani; I Ketut Wardana
Journal on English as a Foreign Language Vol 15 No 1 (2025): Issued in March 2025
Publisher : Universitas Islam Negeri Palangka Raya, Indonesia

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Despite various grammar teaching strategies implemented since elementary school, many university students struggle with English concord, resulting in low English proficiency. This study aimed to examine the impact of interactive grammar-based teaching (IGBT) on students’ understanding of English concord and to investigate the correlation between concord comprehension and self-confidence. Using a one-group pretest-posttest design, 20 students participated in a seven-week English concord course, attending weekly 120-minute sessions. Grammar tests and a self-confidence questionnaire were administered to assess students' comprehension and perception of concord. Data analysis included descriptive statistics, paired t-tests, and correlation analysis to evaluate grammar proficiency and confidence levels. The results revealed a significant decrease in concord errors, from 46.5% to 33.25%, indicating an improvement in comprehension from 53.5% to 66.75%. The intervention had a significant impact on students' understanding of concord (Sig. 0.000 < 0.05) and a positive impact on their self-confidence (Sig. 0.000 < 0.05). Key errors identified included overgeneralization, misuse of morphological markers, and insufficient contextual understanding. This study concludes that IGBT enhances EFL students’ grammatical accuracy and self-confidence, highlighting the necessity for interactive grammar teaching strategies. Future research should examine IGBT’s impact on a larger, more diverse student population.