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Engaging Tenth Grade Students: Enhancing Speaking Skills through Role Play Icebreakers Riyadi, Sugeng; Suryawati, Sri Suci; Seroja, Dienni Ratna
Lexeme : Journal of Linguistics and Applied Linguistics Vol. 6 No. 1 (2024): JANUARY 2024
Publisher : Universitas Pamulang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32493/ljlal.v6i1.41405

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Engaging students in learning speaking skills is crucial for vocational school graduates, particularly in pharmacy classes at SMKS Al-Huda. This study aims to investigate the effectiveness of using role play icebreakers to enhance student interest and participation in speaking activities. Employing a qualitative descriptive approach, the research involved 23 tenth-grade pharmacy students at SMKS Al-Huda. Data were collected through interviews, observations, and documentation, and analyzed using Miles and Huberman's method, which includes data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. Findings indicate that role play cards significantly increase students' interest and confidence in speaking, as evidenced by their enthusiastic participation and improved speaking abilities. This research highlights the potential of innovative teaching methods like role play icebreakers to make language learning more engaging and effective for students.
Investigating the Effect of E-Book Utilization on Students’ Comprehension and Reading Interest at SMAN 01 Sukau Apiana, Pia; Syamsiah, Nur; Suryawati, Sri Suci
Lexeme : Journal of Linguistics and Applied Linguistics Vol. 8 No. 1 (2026): JANUARY 2026
Publisher : Universitas Pamulang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32493/ljlal.v8i1.56146

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This research investigates the influence of e-book utilization on students’ reading comprehension and reading interest at SMAN 01 Sukau, motivated by the growing shift toward digital learning and the persistent low reading interest in Indonesia. Employing a quantitative design, the study involved 24 students who completed questionnaires supported by observation and document analysis. The results show that e-books have become a regular part of students’ reading routines, with most respondents reading e-books once a week. Although printed books remain the preferred format for 41.7% of students, the majority acknowledged the convenience, accessibility, and customizable features of e-books. Over half of the students reported that their comprehension and retention when using e-books were comparable to printed books, while 41.7% experienced improved understanding with digital formats. E-books also positively affected students’ reading motivation, with 75% stating that they spent the same or more time reading digitally and over half reporting increased interest due to features such as instant access to materials and environmentally friendly benefits. Nonetheless, several challenges were identified, including limited annotation tools, difficulty concentrating on screens, navigation issues, and occasional technical constraints. Overall, the findings indicate that e-books offer practical learning advantages and can enhance reading engagement, though improvements in digital literacy and e-book usability are necessary to optimize their effectiveness. This study contributes to understanding how digital reading tools support learning in Indonesian high schools and highlights the need for strategies that address both motivational and technological barriers in digital reading environments.
Enhancing Reading Comprehension Through The Read Cover Remember Retell (RCRR) Method: An Experimental Study Amirah; Kurniawati, Dewi; Suryawati, Sri Suci
IDEAS: Journal on English Language Teaching and Learning, Linguistics and Literature Vol. 13 No. 2 (2025): IDEAS: Journal on English Language Teaching and Learning, Linguistics and Lite
Publisher : Universitas Islam Negeri Palopo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24256/ideas.v13i2.7713

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Based on the competency of national curriculum Merdeka, the students at second grade of SMA Negeri 10 OKU should be able to have reading comprehension on descriptive text. In this research, the researcher used Read Cover Remember Retell (RCRR) to teaching reading comprehension descriptive text at second grade of SMA negeri 10 OKU. This research aimed to find out the differences between the students taught by Read Cover Remember Retell (RCRR) strategy and the students taught without using Read Cover Remember Retell (RCRR) strategy in terms of reading comprehension descriptive text. Reading is crucial skill in learning English, as it facilitates students' overall language comprehension. This study aims to investigate the effectiveness of the Read Cover Remember Retell (RCRR) strategy in enhancing student' reading comprehension. The research was conducted with eleventh-grade at SMA Negeri 10 OKU, who are divided into to two groups: an experimental group taught using the RCRR strategy and a control group taught through conventional methods. A quantitative research method with an experimental design was employed, employing pre-test and post-test to measure improvement in reading comprehension. The findings provide valuable insight into the impact of the RCRR strategy on students' reading abilities, with implications for English language teaching practices.
The Implementation of Peer Teaching Technique in Reading Classes for Eight Grade Students at Junior High School Moronica, Rindu Nanda; Ifrianti, Syofnidah; Suryawati, Sri Suci
IDEAS: Journal on English Language Teaching and Learning, Linguistics and Literature Vol. 13 No. 2 (2025): IDEAS: Journal on English Language Teaching and Learning, Linguistics and Lite
Publisher : Universitas Islam Negeri Palopo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24256/ideas.v13i2.8283

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This study examines the implementation of the Peer Teaching technique in reading instruction for junior high school students. It was conducted in response to students’ common challenges, such as low participation and limited comprehension. Peer Teaching is explored as a potential strategy because it allows students to learn collaboratively, which is expected to enhance their understanding and learning motivation. The aim of this research is to investigate how Peer Teaching is applied in English reading lessons and to describe the procedures, student involvement, and its potential contributions to learning motivation. The sampling technique used is purposive sampling. Data collection techniques include observation, interviews, and documentation. The instruments used are observation sheets, interview guidelines, and documentation notes developed based on relevant indicators of peer teaching. For data analysis, this research uses Miles and Huberman’s model, which involves data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The findings are expected to provide insights into the practical use of Peer Teaching and its implications for promoting student-centered and cooperative learning in junior secondary reading instruction level.