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Teachers’ Use of Humor in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) Classrooms Rizky, Debby; Husein, Rahmad; Hutasuhut, Mahmud Layan
Jurnal Bahasa dan Sastra Vol 12, No 3 (2024)
Publisher : Faculty of Languages and Arts, Universitas Negeri Padang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24036/jbs.v12i3.129393

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A pleasant environment is essential for student motivation and interaction, and effective classroom management plays a key role in this. Utilizing humor in teaching creates a more welcoming and humanistic classroom atmosphere, thereby improving the overall teaching-learning process. This study aims to identify the categories of humor employed by English teachers in the classroom. A qualitative descriptive method was used for the research. Six English class sessions were observed and recorded. The data for this study consisted of humor-containing utterances made by English teachers. The analysis classified teacher humor into two main categories: appropriate and inappropriate forms. Most of the humor used by teachers fell into the appropriate category, with the majority being related to the class material, followed by humor unrelated to the subject being taught. A small portion of inappropriate humor included self-deprecating humor, while another small portion was unintentional or unplanned. In contrast, inappropriate humor was rare and typically involved derogatory comments directed at others. These findings highlight that most of the humor used was lesson-related and aligned with pedagogical objectives, while inappropriate humor was infrequent. The results suggest that humor in the classroom is primarily used as a positive pedagogical tool, contributing to an engaging and supportive learning environment. Future research should explore the impact of different humor categories on student learning outcomes and classroom dynamics.
Foreign Language Speaking Anxiety: Speaking Anxiety Levels and Factors among Tenth Grade Students Wulandari, Ayunda; Siregar, Masitowarni; Husein, Rahmad
Jurnal Bahasa dan Sastra Vol 12, No 3 (2024)
Publisher : Faculty of Languages and Arts, Universitas Negeri Padang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24036/jbs.v12i3.129686

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Language proficiency, particularly in English, is pivotal for students in Indonesia, yet many encounter Foreign Language Speaking Anxiety (FLSA) when required to speak English. This study examines FLSA among tenth-grade students, identifying varying anxiety levels. Most students fell into the moderate anxiety category, indicating that a significant portion experiences a moderate level of anxiety when speaking in a foreign language. A smaller but notable group of students reported high levels of anxiety, suggesting they face significant challenges due to their high anxiety levels. Internal factors contributing to anxiety include low proficiency, lack of practice, and fear of errors, while external factors encompass negative evaluations and social scrutiny. Additional factors identified include anxiety from recording and past negative experiences. Insights from Horwitz, MacIntyre, and Gardner's anxiety frameworks guide the study, emphasizing the complex interplay of cognitive, affective, and environmental factors. Data from questionnaires and interviews underscore the pervasive nature of speaking anxiety and highlight the need for supportive learning environments to alleviate anxiety and enhance language learning outcomes.