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Enhancing Ninth-Grade Students’ Vocabulary Through Word Mapping Game at MTs Muhammadiyah Al-Haq Palu Dinarti; Manurung, Konder; Lebagi, Desrin; Thamrin, Nur Sehang
Acuity: Journal of English Language Pedagogy, Literature and Culture Vol. 10 No. 3 (2025): Acuity: Journal of English Language Pedagogy, Literature and Culture
Publisher : LPPM Universitas Advent Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35974/acuity.v10i3.3952

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This study aims to determine whether the Word Mapping Game is effective in increasing vocabulary mastery of the ninth-grade students at MTs Muhammadiyah Al-Haq Palu. Students of grade IX participated in this research. Two classes were identified as control and experimental classes in this quasi-experimental research design. The researcher used pretest and posttest to collect data. Then, SPSS version 24 was used to analyze the collected data. The results showed that the mean posttest score of students in the experimental class 77.08 was higher than the mean score in the control class 61.85. Furthermore, based on the results of Mann-Whitney U, the sig (2 tailed) value 0.008 was lower than 0.05. It indicated that the alternative hypothesis was accepted and the null hypothesis was rejected. Therefore, the use of Word Mapping Game can increase the vocabulary mastery of the ninth-grade students at MTs Muhammadiyah Al-Haq Palu.
A Study of Suffix -En Usage Comprehension in Words by EFL Students at Tadulako University Ahmad, Nur Anisa Fitri; Marhum, Mochtar; Patmasari, Andi; Manurung, Konder
Journal of English Language and Education Vol 11, No 1 (2026)
Publisher : Universitas Pahlawan Tuanku Tambusai

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/jele.v11i1.1930

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This study investigates the extent of EFL students’ understanding of the suffix -en in English word formation at Tadulako University. This research employs a descriptive quantitative design, with data collected through a multiple-choice test and a questionnaire focusing on recognition, word formation, and meaning of the suffix -en. The data are analyzed using descriptive statistics. The findings indicate that students experience low difficulty in recognizing the suffix -en, moderate difficulty in understanding its meaning, and high difficulty in word formation using the suffix -en. These results suggest that students’ difficulties lie mainly in productive and semantic aspects rather than in formal recognition, indicating the need for explicit instruction focusing on word formation practice and contextualized meaning analysis.
The Effect of Digital Flashcard on Students’ Vocabulary Mastery Triwahyu, Triwahyu; Manurung, Konder; Patmasari, Andi; Thamrin, Nur Sehang
Journal of English Language and Education Vol 10, No 6 (2025)
Publisher : Universitas Pahlawan Tuanku Tambusai

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/jele.v10i6.1676

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This research aims to enhance the vocabulary mastery of seventh-grade students by applying digital flashcards in English learning at SMP Negeri 20 Palu. A quasi-experimental research design with a non-equivalent control group was employed. The population comprised 106 seventh-grade students, and the samples were selected using cluster random sampling, with class VII A assigned as the experimental group and class VII B as the control group. Data collection was carried out through pre-tests and post-tests to examine students’ improvement in vocabulary mastery. The findings revealed that students in the experimental group obtained a higher average post-test score (72.00) compared to those in the control group (56.13). Statistical analysis conducted using SPSS version 25 showed a significance value of p = 0.000, which is lower than 0.05, indicating that the alternative hypothesis was accepted. These results confirm that digital flashcards are effective in improving students’ vocabulary mastery. Furthermore, the pedagogical implications of this research indicate that integrating digital media into vocabulary instruction can foster students’ motivation, active participation, and independent learning, while also supporting the adoption of technology-based teaching practices in the classroom.
Pelatihan Pengenalan Asesmen Awal kepada Guru SMP di Kota Palu Provinsi Sulawesi Tengah untuk Mendukung Implementasi Kurikulum Merdeka melalui Workshop Interkatif Manurung, Konder; Wahyudin; Maghfira; Rini, Happy Cruzia; Manurung, Grace Novenasari
Jurnal Abdi Masyarakat Indonesia Vol 6 No 2 (2026): JAMSI - Maret 2026
Publisher : CV Firmos

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.54082/jamsi.2477

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Pengetahuan mengenai asesmen awal  merupakan prasyarat penting dalam penerapan pembelajaran berdiferensiasi sebagai salah satu strategi pendukung keberhasilan implementasi Kurikulum Merdeka. Asesmen awal berfungsi untuk mengidentifikasi kebutuhan peserta didik sehingga proses pembelajaran dapat dirancang secara tepat dan berpusat pada peserta didik. Namun, keterbatasan pemahaman dan penerapan asesmen awal masih ditemukan pada guru-guru SMP di Kota Palu, Sulawesi Tengah. Kegiatan pengabdian ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan pemahaman guru terkait asesmen awal sebagai dasar perencanaan pembelajaran. Metode yang digunakan adalah pelatihan interaktif melalui workshop yang diikuti oleh delapan guru SMP Negeri Satu Atap LIK Layana Indah Palu. Data dikumpulkan menggunakan angket untuk mengukur tingkat pemahaman guru. Hasil analisis angket menunjukkan peningkatan pemahaman guru mengenai teknik asesmen awal, dari 39,6% sebelum pelatihan menjadi 81,3% setelah pelatihan. Pengetahuan tentang instrumen asesmen awal juga meningkat dari 37% menjadi 83%. Selain itu, seluruh peserta memahami tujuan dan manfaat asesmen awal, meskipun sebagian besar belum melaksanakannya sebelum penyusunan Rencana Pelaksanaan Pembelajaran (RPP). Hasil ini mengindikasikan bahwa pelatihan efektif mendukung implementasi Kurikulum Merdeka melalui penguatan asesmen awal. Pelatihan asesmen awal terbukti efektif dalam meningkatkan pemahaman guru SMP terkait perencanaan pembelajaran yang berpusat pada peserta didik. Untuk keberlanjutan praktik asesmen, diperlukan pendampingan lanjutan agar asesmen awal terintegrasi dalam perencanaan dan pelaksanaan pembelajaran.
The Implementation of Collaborative Strategy in Teaching Students Reading Comprehension at SMP Negeri 12 Palu Siti Aisyah; Konder Manurung; Andi Patmasari; Aminah Aminah
LITERACY : International Scientific Journals of Social, Education, Humanities Vol. 4 No. 2 (2025): August : International Scientific Journals of Social, Education, Humanities
Publisher : Badan Penerbit STIEPARI Press

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56910/literacy.v4i2.2754

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This research investigates the implementation of collaborative strategies in teaching reading comprehension to students at SMP Negeri 12 Palu. The study highlights the significance of reading as a fundamental skill that enhances knowledge and vocabulary. Despite its importance, many students struggle with reading comprehension due to factors such as lack of interest, limited vocabulary, and ineffective teaching methods. This research aims to apply collaborative reading strategies to improve students' comprehension skills. A pre-experimental design was utilized, involving a pretest and posttest to measure the effectiveness of the intervention. The results indicate a significant improvement in students' reading comprehension, suggesting that collaborative strategies foster better understanding and engagement in reading activities. The findings provide practical implications for teachers to enhance reading instruction and promote a more dynamic learning environment.
The Implementation of Storyboarding Technique to Improve Writing Skill of the Ninth Grade Students of SMP Negeri 5 Sigi Putri Nabilah; Konder Manurung; Andi Patmasari; Budi Budi
Journal of General Education and Humanities Vol. 4 No. 1 (2025): February
Publisher : MASI Mandiri Edukasi

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58421/gehu.v4i1.345

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This study aims to investigate the effect of the Storyboarding Technique in improving the writing skills of ninth-grade students at SMP Negeri 5 Sigi. The primary issue addressed is students' difficulty generating and organizing ideas while maintaining motivation during writing activities. The research adopts a quasi-experimental design with a pretest-posttest control group involving two classes selected through simple random sampling: experimental and control classes. The research instruments included pre-test and post-test assessments. In the pre-test, the experimental group scored an average of 42, while the control group scored 44.16. After the treatment, the post-test scores increased to 67.83 for the experimental group and 58.16 for the control group. Statistical analysis using degrees of freedom (df) 46 at a significance level of 0.05 showed that the t-count (2.006) exceeded the t-table (1.678), indicating a significant difference. The results demonstrate that the Storyboarding Technique effectively improves students' writing skills, particularly in recount text composition. This technique motivates students by facilitating idea visualization and structuring before formal writing. The findings suggest that teachers may integrate storyboarding as a creative approach to English language learning to enhance students' writing proficiency. Further research is recommended to explore its long-term effects on writing development.
Analysis of Grammatical Errors in the Writing of the Eleventh Grade Students at SMA Labschool UNTAD Palu Muh Zakkaria; Konder Manurung; Siska Bochari; Hastini Hastini
Journal of General Education and Humanities Vol. 4 No. 4 (2025): November
Publisher : MASI Mandiri Edukasi

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58421/gehu.v4i4.837

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The study aimed to investigate errors in students’ writing assignments and identify which errors students committed most often. This research was prompted by the fact that students in SMA Labschool UNTAD Palu struggle with the simple past tense as a language feature in recount texts. Utilizing a descriptive quantitative design, the study involved 15 students as the sample. Using the Surface Strategy Taxonomy by Dulay, Burt, and Krashen as a guide, it was shown that students commit all types of grammatical errors. Misformation was committed the most with a total of 127 occurrences (80,89%). Omission ranked second with 20 appearances (12,74%), followed by addition errors with 9 appearances (5,73%), and misordering ranked last with only 1 appearance (0,64%). The high number of misformation errors indicated that students were struggling to form correct verb tenses and to choose the correct word form. This suggests that students’ understanding of English morphology and tense usage is inadequate, especially in forming sentences with past-tense verbs.
Effects of Story Mapping on EFL Speaking Fluency and Comprehensibility: A Quasi-Experimental Study of Tenth-Grade Students Nirma Kartikasari; Konder Manurung; Maf’ulah Maf’ulah; Abd. Kamaruddin
Journal of General Education and Humanities Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026): February
Publisher : MASI Mandiri Edukasi

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58421/gehu.v5i1.841

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This research investigates the effectiveness of the story-mapping technique in improving the speaking skills of tenth-grade students at SMA Negeri 1 Sindue. The study was conducted because many students faced challenges in speaking English, such as limited vocabulary, pronunciation difficulties, low confidence, and fear of making mistakes. A quantitative approach with a quasi-experimental pre-test and post-test control group design was employed. The sample consisted of two classes: the experimental group (n = 34), which was taught using story mapping, and the control group (n = 36), which received the oral presentation method, in which students practised speaking by presenting material orally in front of the class. Students’ speaking skills were assessed for fluency and comprehensibility by two trained raters specialising in speaking with, and the scores maintained scoring reliability. The descriptive statistics showed that the experimental group achieved a notable improvement, with the mean score increasing from 42.06 in the pre-test to 52.35 in the post-test, whereas the control group showed no meaningful change. The Mann-Whitney U Test further confirmed a significant difference between the groups, indicated by an Asymp. Sig. value of 0.004, supported by a medium effect size (r = 0.34). These findings demonstrate that story mapping helps students organise ideas more effectively, speak more fluently, and express thoughts more clearly. Therefore, story mapping is considered an effective technique for enhancing speaking skills and is recommended for use in an English-speaking classroom.
The Effectiveness of Song-Based Instruction in Enhancing EFL Students’ Vocabulary Mastery: Vocabulary Nurul Mawaddah U Makuta; Konder Manurung; Afrillia Anggreni; Sriati Usman
Journal of General Education and Humanities Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026): February
Publisher : MASI Mandiri Edukasi

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58421/gehu.v5i1.864

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Vocabulary mastery is a fundamental component of language learning, and innovative instructional strategies are needed to improve students’ vocabulary outcomes. This study aimed to investigate the effect of the Song media on the vocabulary development of tenth-grade students at SMA Negeri 5 Palu in the 2025/2026 academic year. The research employed a quantitative approach with a quasi-experimental design using a pre-test and post-test control group. Two classes were selected by random sampling and assigned to the experimental and control groups. Students’ vocabulary achievement data were collected through vocabulary tests and analyzed statistically using SPSS, with the Mann-Whitney U Test applied to examine differences between groups. The statistical analysis revealed a significant difference in vocabulary learning outcomes between the two groups. This was indicated by an Asymp. Sig. (2-tailed) value of < 0.001, which was lower than the 0.05 significance level. In addition, the experimental group achieved a higher mean rank (36.96) than the control group (20.04), showing better post-test performance after the treatment. These findings imply that integrating songs into vocabulary instruction is significantly more effective than conventional teaching methods for improving students’ vocabulary learning outcomes.
The Impact of Integrating Authentic Assessment in Developing Students' English Learning Outcomes: A Meta-Analysis Putri Syeril; Nur Sehang Thamrin; Maf'ulah Maf'ulah; Konder Manurung
Journal of General Education and Humanities Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026): February
Publisher : MASI Mandiri Edukasi

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58421/gehu.v5i1.920

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Despite growing interest in authentic assessment as a learner-centered approach in English language teaching, empirical findings on its effectiveness in improving students’ English learning outcomes remain inconsistent across contexts and assessment types. The absence of synthesized evidence makes it challenging for educators and policymakers to draw firm conclusions about its overall impact. Therefore, this study aims to systematically examine the effect of authentic assessment on students’ English learning outcomes using a meta-analytic approach. This study employed a quantitative meta-analysis by synthesizing data from 25 empirical studies published between 2015 and 2025. The studies were retrieved from Google Scholar using the Publish or Perish application and selected based on predefined inclusion criteria. Effect sizes were calculated using Hedges’ g, and a Random Effects Model was applied to estimate the pooled effect size while accounting for between-study variability. The results reveal a statistically significant positive effect of authentic assessment on students’ English learning outcomes, with a pooled effect size of g = 1.203 (z = 5.54, p < .001). Substantial heterogeneity was observed, justifying the use of the random-effects model. Funnel plot analysis indicates no serious publication bias. Overall, the findings confirm that authentic assessment has a strong and meaningful influence on English learning outcomes and supports its integration into English language teaching practices.
Co-Authors Abd. Kamaruddin Abdul Kamaruddin Agussatriana Ahmad, Nur Anisa Fitri Aisah Apridayani Alexander, Stebby Pretticia Alkhaf Shaban Alwin, Wina Rizqiyana Aminah Aminah Aminah Aminah Aminah Suriaman Anasthasia Belayo Watun Andi Hikmah Angela Ta'dung Lebang Anggreni, Afrillia Anggun Angriani Anjar Kusuma Dewi Anugraini, Nurrul Cikal Anwar, Aulia Nanda Sari Atik Yuliyani Budi Budi Budi Budi Budiman, Teguh Darmawan Darmawan Desrin Lebagi Dinarti Djafar, Nur Anna Eisenring, Moh. Abraham Akbar Fadhilah Zamzam Fajrin, Zainul Fani Nurhasanah Fathira Qalbina Fikriani Fikriani Grace Novenasari Manurung Gusti Ayu Kadek Velli Amanda Happy Cruzia Rini Hasan Basri Hassan, Ahmad Javed Hastini Hastini Hastini, Hastini Husni, Nanda Annisa Irma Irma Jamiluddin, Jamiluddin Kamaruddin, Abd. Kamarudin, Abd. Kumowal, Widiatris Apriyani Maf'ulah Maf'ulah Maf'ulah, Maf'ulah Maf'ulah, Maf’ulah Maf’ulah Maf’ulah Maghfira Majeed, Maryana Mar&#039;atun Afianingrum Marhum, Nunun Kalsum J. Mashuri Mashuri Mashuri Mashuri Masyitha, Nur rahmaniar Mauizatul Fitrah Meynaksi, Astrid Mochtar Marhum Mohammad Yanser Fathan Muh Zakkaria Muhammad Triansyah Mukrim Mukrim Mukrim, Mukrim Nadrun, Nadrun Nadya Ni Made Aprilia Pramesti Nindi Putri Asylva Nindi Putri Asylva Nirma Kartikasari Nirma Nirma Nur Maya, Nur Nur Sehang Thamrin Nur Zam Zamia Nurgan Tadeko Nurkhalizah Lembah Nurul Mawaddah U Makuta Patmasari, Andi Ponglimbong, Marselina Putri Nabilah Putri Syeril Rabiatul Adawiah Rekhavitri, Rengganis Rhizman Ashary Muhammad Riska Juliana rofiqoh rofiqoh Rofiqoh Rofiqoh Rusdin, Diyenti S, Sakina Sahrawati Sahrawati Sari, Nupita Siska Bochari Siti Aisyah Sriati Usman Sudarkam R Mertosono Sukmawati Sadilia Syahwalya, Fitra Triwahyu, Triwahyu Wahyudin Wahyudin Wahyudin Wahyudin Wahyudin Wahyudin Wina Rizqiyana Alwin Yuliana Yuliana Zarkiani Hasyim Zumrah Zumrah