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Ira Maria Fran Lumbanbatu
LTBI Universitas Negeri Medan
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Understanding How Ideas are Linked in Compare and Contrast Essays: A Discourse Marker (DM) Study Abidah, Khilda Husnia; Ratih, Elisa; Zen, Evynurul Laily; Lumbanbatu, Ira Maria Fran
REiLA : Journal of Research and Innovation in Language Vol. 6 No. 3 (2024): REiLA : Journal of Research and Innovation in Language
Publisher : The Institute of Research and Community Service (LPPM) - Universitas Lancang Kuning

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31849/reila.v6i3.15636

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Discourse markers (DMs) are important when linking the first sentence and another sentence. The previous study showed that DMs can be varied in argumentative text of The Jakarta Post. However, some undergraduate students still face difficulties in using DMs, especially in academic writing, in the context of comparing and contrasting the essays, different from argumentative text. Therefore, this study aims to shed light on the various DMs employed by undergraduate students to establish logical transitions and also to find out the frequency of the DMs used within the context of compare and contrast essays. This study used qualitative methods to collect the data. The subjects of this study were 29 students majoring in English Literature from one of the state universities in Malang, East Java. To collect the data, the instruments used were the students' writing and AntConc 3.5.7 as the corpus analysis. The results were subsequently presented as percentages, offering valuable insights into the differences in DMs usage. The results showed that the students can demonstrate their ability to construct the compare and contrast paragraphs using the DMs properly. The findings contribute to the understanding of DMs usage in academic writing and provide practical implications for educators and learners seeking to improve their writing skills.
Teacher Experiences in Teaching Reading Comprehension: A Qualitative Study in English Classes at UPT SMP Negeri 10 Medan Ginting, Uni Tripina; Br Sembiring, Yenita; Lumbanbatu, Ira Maria Fran
Indonesian Journal of ELT and Applied Linguistics Vol. 4 No. 1 (2024): INDONESIAN JOURNAL OF ELT AND APPLIED LINGUISTICS (IJEAL)
Publisher : Magister of English language Education study program, Universitas Muslim Nusantara Al Washliyah

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32696/ijeal.v4i1.4331

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This study aims to analyze teachers' experiences in teaching reading comprehension in English classes at UPT SMP Negeri 10 Medan. This research employs a qualitative approach using interviews, observations, and a Likert-scale-based questionnaire to explore various aspects of reading comprehension instruction. The main focus of this study includes the strategies used by teachers, the effectiveness of learning media, student engagement in interactive activities, and the challenges faced in understanding reading texts. The findings indicate that teachers employ various strategies such as skimming and scanning, group discussions, and role-playing to enhance students' reading comprehension. The use of learning media such as videos, images, and mind mapping has been proven to help students better understand texts. Group discussions are also an effective method for improving reading skills, particularly in fostering a deeper understanding of texts. However, this study also reveals several challenges, including limited vocabulary, low reading interest, and difficulties in comprehending complex text structures. The implications of this study highlight the importance of utilizing diverse and innovative teaching methods to cater to students' needs. Additionally, vocabulary enrichment and the selection of reading materials relevant to students' lives can enhance their motivation and comprehension of English texts.
Designing Supplementary English Reading Material Based on Pos Bloc Medan Br Sembiring, Yenita; br Butar-Butar, Gusty Bella Raskita; Lumbanbatu, Ira Maria Fran
Indonesian Journal of ELT and Applied Linguistics Vol. 4 No. 1 (2024): INDONESIAN JOURNAL OF ELT AND APPLIED LINGUISTICS (IJEAL)
Publisher : Magister of English language Education study program, Universitas Muslim Nusantara Al Washliyah

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32696/ijeal.v4i1.4332

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One of the causes of the lack of interest in reading is the lack of interesting reading materials. This study developed reading materials based on Pos Bloc Medan, a historic building in Medan, Indonesia that was transformed from a post office to a Pos Bloc. Creating new reading materials in the world of education is an important step to improve the quality of learning, expand access to knowledge, encourage innovation and creativity, and increase student engagement and motivation. This study aims to design new reading materials for students and college students to facilitate learning. The development technique used is descriptive qualitative and data collection is carried out by document analysis, observation and interviews. These findings provide important implications for the development of educational reading materials based on local culture in Indonesia
ASSESSING THE LEVEL OF THE STUDENT'S READING COMPREHENSION ABILITIES AND THEIR DIFFICULTIES Silaban, Veronika; Sembiring, Yenita Br; Lumbanbatu, Ira Maria Fran
Jurnal JOEPALLT (Journal of English Pedagogy, Linguistics, Literature, and Teaching) Vol 13, No 1 (2025)
Publisher : Universitas Suryakancana

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35194/jj.v13i1.5044

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Students can acquire and comprehend information from a variety of books because to reading comprehension, a crucial cognitive ability. Numerous internal and external elements, including vocabulary, prior knowledge, motivation, and interest in reading materials, might affect how difficult it is for students to comprehend what they read. The purpose of this study is to determine and examine the obstacles that students encounter when trying to understand texts, as well as the elements that lead to these obstacles. According to the study's findings, children frequently have trouble understanding at the inferential and evaluative levels, where they must draw connections between information that isn't presented in the text. Reading comprehension was also found to be significantly hampered by a lack of background information and a restricted vocabulary. 
Indonesian Undergraduate EFL Students' Perception of the Use of Debate as Learning English-speaking Method Saputra, Eko Restu; Lumbanbatu, Ira Maria Fran
IJELTAL (Indonesian Journal of English Language Teaching and Applied Linguistics) Vol 9, No 1 (2024): Indonesian Journal of English Language Teaching and Applied Linguistics
Publisher : Universitas Islam Negeri Sultan Aji Muhammad Idris Samarinda

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21093/ijeltal.v9i1.1638

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Debating improves students' speaking abilities and fosters spontaneous critical thinking without the need for prior preparation. In the absence of recent research on the topic, the current study aims to explore the benefits and the challenges the English Department students experienced during the implementation of the debate in the learning English-speaking process. The participants of this study were English Department students of Universitas Negeri Malang who had taken the Speaking for Academic Purposes course. A mixed-method study was conducted, by employing an explanatory sequential design to answer the formulated research questions. The quantitative data were collected through an online questionnaire and were analyzed by using Microsoft Excel. Meanwhile, the qualitative data were obtained from the interview and were analyzed by employing the interactive model data analysis of Miles et al. The result showed that most students have positive responses to the use of debate in speaking class and debate could improve their speaking skill. The challenges they encountered during the implementation such as lack numbers of meeting and the duration, limited time for preparing debate, also difficulty in understanding the debate method caused the insignificant result of speaking skill enhancement. The debate system was varied, depending on the lecturers. The result may be used as reference for English teachers to utilize debate in English-speaking class. Likewise, the future researchers are suggested to conduct action research employing debate in English-speaking class.
Indonesian Undergraduate EFL Students' Perception of the Use of Debate as Learning English-speaking Method Saputra, Eko Restu; Lumbanbatu, Ira Maria Fran
IJELTAL (Indonesian Journal of English Language Teaching and Applied Linguistics) Vol 9, No 1 (2024): Indonesian Journal of English Language Teaching and Applied Linguistics
Publisher : Universitas Islam Negeri Sultan Aji Muhammad Idris Samarinda

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21093/ijeltal.v9i1.1638

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Debating improves students' speaking abilities and fosters spontaneous critical thinking without the need for prior preparation. In the absence of recent research on the topic, the current study aims to explore the benefits and the challenges the English Department students experienced during the implementation of the debate in the learning English-speaking process. The participants of this study were English Department students of Universitas Negeri Malang who had taken the Speaking for Academic Purposes course. A mixed-method study was conducted, by employing an explanatory sequential design to answer the formulated research questions. The quantitative data were collected through an online questionnaire and were analyzed by using Microsoft Excel. Meanwhile, the qualitative data were obtained from the interview and were analyzed by employing the interactive model data analysis of Miles et al. The result showed that most students have positive responses to the use of debate in speaking class and debate could improve their speaking skill. The challenges they encountered during the implementation such as lack numbers of meeting and the duration, limited time for preparing debate, also difficulty in understanding the debate method caused the insignificant result of speaking skill enhancement. The debate system was varied, depending on the lecturers. The result may be used as reference for English teachers to utilize debate in English-speaking class. Likewise, the future researchers are suggested to conduct action research employing debate in English-speaking class.
The Correlation Between Students’ Self-Efficacy and English-Speaking Performance in Future Dream Monologues Sihotang, Dwi Putri Sihotang; Br Sembiring, Yenita; Lumbanbatu, Ira Maria Fran
Teaching English and Language Learning English Journal Vol. 5 No. 3 (2025): December
Publisher : Fakultas Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36085/telle.v5i3.9478

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This study aimed to investigate the relationship between students’ self-efficacy and their English-speaking performance in delivering a monologue about future aspirations among 16 ninth-grade students at SMP PGRI 1 Medan. Self-efficacy, defined as students’ belief in their ability to accomplish a task, is considered an important factor influencing language learning, particularly speaking skills, which require confidence, fluency, and organization. Despite receiving English instruction, students often encounter difficulties in expressing their ideas due to limited vocabulary, anxiety, and the influence of their native accents. This study employed a quantitative correlational approach. Data on self-efficacy were collected through a structured questionnaire, while students’ speaking performance was evaluated using recorded monologues. The relationship between the variables was analyzed using Pearson’s Product-Moment Correlation to determine the extent to which self-efficacy influences students’ speaking performance. The results revealed a positive correlation between self-efficacy and speaking performance; however, the correlation was not statistically significant. This indicates that students with higher self-efficacy tended to demonstrate better speaking outcomes, although the relationship was not strong enough to draw definitive conclusions. The findings emphasize the importance of fostering self-efficacy through guided practice, feedback, and motivational activities to enhance students’ speaking abilities. Moreover, this study provides insights into how psychological factors can influence language performance in monologue tasks.
Co-Authors Abidah, Khilda Husnia br Butar-Butar, Gusty Bella Raskita Evynurul Laily Zen Ginting, Uni Tripina Lince Sihombing Ratih, Elisa Saputra, Eko Restu Sembiring, yenita Sihotang, Dwi Putri Sihotang Silaban, Veronika Sumarsih . .