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The Use of Duolingo Application to Enhance Junior High School Students’ Speaking ability Windya Windya; Intan Ayu Enjeli Silalahi; Iwa Maulana; Ikrar Dwi Febrina Sarumaha; Juliana Juliana
Edumaspul: Jurnal Pendidikan Vol 7 No 2 (2023): Edumaspul: Jurnal Pendidikan
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Enrekang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33487/edumaspul.v7i2.7442

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The study explored the use of the Duolingo application in junior high school language education to improve speaking ability. The research used a quasi-experimental design, dividing students into two groups: one receiving traditional instruction and the other using Duolingo as a supplementary tool. Data was collected through speaking assessments, student surveys, and classroom observations. The results showed a significant improvement in speaking ability among the Duolingo group compared to the traditional instruction group. The application's interactive features, gamified elements, and accessibility make it an engaging and effective learning experience. Student feedback also indicated increased motivation and interest in language learning. The study highlighted the potential of integrating Duolingo into language education and its implications for curriculum design, technology role in language learning, and addressing diverse learning styles. It provides valuable insights into the effectiveness of using Duolingo as a supplementary tool for enhancing speaking ability in junior high school language education. Further research is recommended to explore the long-term impact and scalability of Duolingo in diverse educational settings.
Analysis of Metaphorical Expressions Used in Johnny Cashs’ Song Lyrics Juliana Juliana; Risa Anggraini; Ardytha Ardytha
Edumaspul: Jurnal Pendidikan Vol 7 No 2 (2023): Edumaspul: Jurnal Pendidikan
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33487/edumaspul.v7i2.7493

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This research explores Johnny Cash's song lyrics using George Lakoff's metaphor theory. It aims to understand the metaphorical expressions in Cash's song lyrics by analyzing their recurring themes and their connection to the socio-cultural context of the artist's era. The research includes identify metaphorical expressions and examine thematic motifs, the cultural and historical context that influenced the author's use of metaphors. The research also examined the influence of metaphorical language on the narrative depth and affective impact of Cash's compositions. Grounded theory in established metaphor analysis and the function of metaphor in artistic expression, the research expands upon the cognitive linguistic perspective by situating the analysis within Lakoff's theory. It gains insight into how metaphors communicate complex emotions, abstract ideas, and societal contemplations in Cash's lyrics. The research uses a systematic methodology to select songs and employs techniques for identifying metaphors based on Lakoff's theoretical framework. Thematic analysis is used to identify recurring patterns within the metaphorical expressions, while cultural contextualization helps understand the factors that shaped Cash's imaginative use of metaphors. This research had significant contribution to musicology, literary studies, and cultural analysis. By analyzing the metaphorical depth of Cash's lyrics from Lakoff's theory, it provides an original perspective on the artist's thought process and enhances the understanding of the lasting importance and thematic complexity of his contributions in contemporary music.
Improving Student’s Reading Comprehension on Narrative Text Through Annotating Strategy at the Eighth Grade of SMP Al-Washliyah Hamparan Perak Nur Afifah Fatin; Juliana Juliana
Edumaspul: Jurnal Pendidikan Vol 8 No 2 (2024): Edumaspul: Jurnal Pendidikan
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33487/edumaspul.v8i2.8475

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This study aims to improve the reading comprehension of the eighth-grade students at SMP Al-Washliyah Hamparan Perak by using Annotating Strategy. The research adopts a Classroom Action Research (CAR) design, which conducted in two cycles. Each cycle is consisted of planning, action, observation, and reflection. The study subjects included 33 students who exhibited challenges in comprehending narrative texts, particularly in identifying main ideas and supporting details. The data of this study were collected through observation sheets, interviews, documentation, and reading comprehension tests. The analysis involved both qualitative and quantitative methods, which focused on the observation of classroom activities and the evaluation of students' performance through pre-test and post-test assessments. The results indicated a significant improvement in students' reading comprehension, with a noticeable increase in their ability to grasp narrative text content followed by the implementation of Annotating Strategy. The study recommends the wider adoption of this strategy in teaching reading comprehension, as it actively engages students in the reading process, thereby enhancing their understanding and retention of information.
Implementation of Story Mapping Strategy to Improve Students’ Reading Comprehension of Narrative Text Windy Kurnia Dewi; Juliana Juliana
Edumaspul: Jurnal Pendidikan Vol 9 No 2 (2025): Edumaspul: Jurnal Pendidikan
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33487/edumaspul.v9i2.9093

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This research aimed to improve eighth-grade students’ understanding of narrative text using the Story Mapping Strategy at SMP PAB 8 Sampali. The research employed Classroom Action Research (CAR), conducted over two cycles that included planning, execution, observation, and reflection phases. Data collection methods comprised multiple-choice assessments, observation checklists, interviews, documentation, and field notes. Findings indicated consistent improvement in students’ reading comprehension throughout the process, with average scores rising from 42.32 on the pre-test to 64.82 after the first cycle and reaching 83.04 following the second cycle. The use of the Story Mapping Strategy proved effective in aiding students to identify the main ideas and supporting details within narrative texts, while also fostering increased participation in the classroom. Consequently, this approach can be regarded as both engaging and successful in advancing students’ understanding of narrative reading material.
Improving Students’ Reading Comprehension On Descriptive Text Through Structured Note–Taking Strategy Vina Regina; Juliana Juliana
Edumaspul: Jurnal Pendidikan Vol 9 No 2 (2025): Edumaspul: Jurnal Pendidikan
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33487/edumaspul.v9i2.9095

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This research aimed to improve the reading comprehension of tenth-grade students in understanding descriptive text by implementing the Structured Note-Taking Strategy at SMA Swasta Budi Agung Medan. The research employed Classroom Action Research (CAR), carried out in two cycles, each comprising the phases of planning, action, observation, and reflection. The participants included 35 students from class X Muhammad Hatta, who faced challenges in recognizing main idea, supporting details, and structuring essential information from the text. Data collection involved both quantitative and qualitative approaches. Quantitative data were gathered through multiple-choice comprehension tests, while qualitative data were obtained from observation sheets, interviews, documentation, and field notes. The results demonstrated consistent improvement over the two cycles, with the students’ average score rising from 50.86 in the pre-test to 74.71 after the first cycle, and further increasing to 86.85 following the second cycle. These findings indicate that the Structured Note-Taking Strategy effectively aided students in identifying and organizing key information within descriptive text. These results suggest that the Structured Note-Taking Strategy effectively supported students in identify and organize important information in descriptive text, This strategy is suggested for broader application in reading activities to further strengthen students’ comprehension.