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Using Translation Activity to Improve the Students’ Vocabulary Mastery of the Eleventh Grade of Social Class at SMAN 3 Bojonegoro Iin Widya Lestari; Adi Isma
IDEAS: Journal on English Language Teaching and Learning, Linguistics and Literature Vol 7, No 2 (2019): IDEAS: Journal on English Language Teaching and Learning, Linguistics and Litera
Publisher : Institut Agama Islam Negeri Palopo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24256/ideas.v7i2.1034

Teaching English is very challenging nowadays. Senior high school students urgently are needed to be communicative in using English well. They need to be able to develop their English skills well. Dealing with mastering English skills, vocabulary is one of the crucial language components in learning English. In fact, most of the students faced difficulty in acquiring and mastering English vocabulary to support and develop their English skills. English teachers need to apply the appropriate strategy and activity to improve students’ vocabulary. This research aimed to know the process of improving students’ vocabulary mastery by using translation activity for Senior High school students at SMAN 3 Bojonegoro. This research used classroom action research. The subject of this research was students of Social Program at 11 B. In collecting the data, the writers used test items and observation sheets. The test was given pre-test, test 1 and test 2. Then the writers analyzed the mean score of each test to find out the improvement of students’ vocabulary mastery after the action was done. The result shows that there is an improvement in students’ vocabulary mastery. It could be seen from the score of the pretest is 42, posttest 1 is 47,8 and posttest 2 is 61. After conducting action research, it shows that students made good improvements in learning vocabulary. Based on the result of the research, it can be concluded that using translation activity can improve students’ vocabulary mastery.

THE NEEDS ANALYSIS OF ENGLISH MATERIAL ON CHEMICAL INDUSTRY STUDENTS Iin Widya Lestari; Adi Isma
JEE (Journal of English Education) Vol. 4 No. 2 (2018): JEE (Journal of English Education)
Publisher : English Study Program University of Pasir Pengaraian

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This research aims to find out the students need at chemical industry major at SMKN 2 Bojonegoro. This is classified as mixed method research design. It used two kinds of instruments namely questionnaire and interview guidelines. The questionnaire aims to gain and collect information from students especially their need related to English teaching and learning. While, interview guideline is used to gather information from English teacher at SMKN 2 Bojonegoro. The result shows that there are some skills and language components that students need at chemical industry major such as; listening, speaking, vocabulary, and grammar. Based on the data obtained from questionnaire, most of students say that listening and speaking are two important skills and needed at chemical industry major. While at school, the ESP approach is not applied yet, as a result, it influences on choosing materials. It can be concluded that in designing materials, the teachers and curriculum maker should do needs analysis and analyze what actually students need and work need.

STUDENTS’ PERCEPTION ON THE USE OF PUZZLE IN TEACHING VOCABULARY MASTERY Andri Ratika; Adi Isma; Muhammad Syahruddin Nawir
elstic : english language linguistics culture Vol 1 No 1 (2021): Volume 1, Number 1, April 2021
Publisher : Univeristas Islam Negeri (UIN) Alauddin Makassar

This study aims to determine the students’ vocabulary mastery at second- grade students’ of SMPN 1 MAJENE, and to know students' perception on the use of puzzle in teaching vocabulary mastery. Data collection was carried out in December 2020 from 17 students of class VIII SMPN 1 Majene. This research used qualitative research, and the instruments were vocabulary test and interview. This research showed that the mean score of the vocabulary test was78 (Good) which means the students had sufficiently mastered vocabulary and could understand the vocabulary itself. The result of the interview indicated that most of the students gave positive perception on the use of puzzle, they stated that the puzzle was very good because it could increase vocabulary mastery train memory of the students, they also prefer group study because learning becomes more fun and interesting and they can ask each other what they don't know. The use of Puzzles can also increase students’ word writing, and play an active role in learning. In other words, puzzles are very helpful in learning English and make it easier for students to learn English.

Examining the Reading Performance and Problems among Students in Indonesian Higher Education Adi Isma; Sahril Nur
Seltics Journal: Scope of English Language Teaching Literature and Linguistics Vol 6 No 1 (2023): Seltics Journal: Scope of English Language Teaching, Literature and Linguistics J
Publisher : Program Studi Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris FKIP Universitas Muslim Maros

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46918/seltics.v6i1.1763

The objectives of the study are to assess the students' reading performance and explore their problems in comprehending English texts. To achieve these objectives, a descriptive research design was employed. The participants consisted of 76 English Department students from the Faculty of Teachers Training and Education at Universitas Sulawesi Barat, Majene, Indonesia. Two instruments were used in this study. First, a test was administered to measure students' reading performance. Second, a questionnaire in the form of a Google Form was employed to gather students' self-reported responses regarding their problems and difficulties in reading English texts. The findings revealed that the students' mean score on the reading performance test was 47.24, indicating a relatively low reading performance among the students. Moreover, the questionnaire responses indicated that most students reported encountering problems and difficulties in comprehending English reading texts. Consequently, it can be inferred that students' reading performance is adversely affected by these challenges. Based on the results, this study recommends the integration of learning media, technological tools, and effective reading strategies to address the identified problems and improve students' reading skills. These practical recommendations aim to provide educators and researchers with actionable strategies to improve the reading proficiency of EFL students.

Students’ Perception on Utilization of Technology in Listening Learning Putu Wahyu Sudewi; Adi Isma
Scope : Journal of English Language Teaching Vol 8, No 1 (2023): Scope: Journal of English Language Teaching
Publisher : Pusat Studi Pendidikan Bahasa dan Sastra Inggris

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The learning process in listening practice is only limited to one type of text. Students have difficulty adapting to various types of audio material. Learning focuses more on speaking and writing skills than listening. As a result, students are less trained in active listening. A deep understanding of these issues helps to develop more effective learning strategies and supports students in overcoming these obstacles. Technological developments in education have influenced students' learning styles. This research aims to describe how students perceive the utilization of technology, specifically podcasts, to enhance their listening skills. The research employed a qualitative research method, specifically a case study, to gather data through questionnaires and interviews. The participants were EFL learners focusing on Listening for Professional Purposes, with 40 students completing the questionnaires and 10 representative students being interviewed. Findings reveal that students had a favorable response to utilizing podcasts as a means of enhancing their listening skills. They appreciated the simplicity, flexibility, engagement, and enjoyment of employing podcasts as media of learning. Findings from this research help lecturer develop curriculum and learning materials that better suit with students’ preferences and needs. This research allowed for the creation of more interesting and technology-relevant materials that are more acceptable to students.

Decoding the Challenges: A Study of English Writing Errors Among EFL Students Adi Isma; La Ode Rasmin; Samsudin
GLENS: Global English Insights Journal Vol. 1 No. 1 (2023): GLENS, November 2023
Publisher : PT. Lontara Digitech Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61220/glens.v1i1.2023a1

This study focused on analyzing the common errors made by students in their English writing skills. The study employed a descriptive research design, involving 100 EFL university students as participants. The primary data collection method was a writing test, and the collected data were analyzed using error analysis techniques. The findings showed that the most common errors made by the students were related to grammar, vocabulary, and spelling. The most common grammatical errors were associated with subject-verb agreement, verb tense, and articles. In terms of vocabulary errors, the study identified prevalent mistakes such as the incorrect use of word forms, inappropriate collocations, and confusion between homophones. Additionally, the analysis of spelling errors revealed that phonetic spelling mistakes were the most common, followed by misspelling of homophones and confusion of vowels. These findings highlight areas where students commonly struggle with their English writing skills and emphasize the crucial need for targeted instructional strategies to effectively address these challenges and improve students' proficiency in English writing.

Decoding the Challenges: A Study of English Writing Errors Among EFL Students Adi Isma; La Ode Rasmin; Samsudin
GLENS: Global English Insights Journal Vol. 1 No. 1 (2023): GLENS, November 2023
Publisher : PT. Lontara Digitech Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61220/glens.v1i1.2023a1

This study focused on analyzing the common errors made by students in their English writing skills. The study employed a descriptive research design, involving 100 EFL university students as participants. The primary data collection method was a writing test, and the collected data were analyzed using error analysis techniques. The findings showed that the most common errors made by the students were related to grammar, vocabulary, and spelling. The most common grammatical errors were associated with subject-verb agreement, verb tense, and articles. In terms of vocabulary errors, the study identified prevalent mistakes such as the incorrect use of word forms, inappropriate collocations, and confusion between homophones. Additionally, the analysis of spelling errors revealed that phonetic spelling mistakes were the most common, followed by misspelling of homophones and confusion of vowels. These findings highlight areas where students commonly struggle with their English writing skills and emphasize the crucial need for targeted instructional strategies to effectively address these challenges and improve students' proficiency in English writing.

BOOK REVIEW: EMERGING TRENDS OF ICT IN TEACHING AND LEARNING: ICT IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEACHING Isma, Adi
LLT Journal: A Journal on Language and Language Teaching Vol 26, No 2 (2023): October 2023
Publisher : English Education Study Programme of Sanata Dharma University, Yogyakarta, Indonesia

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The book “Emerging Trends of ICT in Teaching and Learning” is edited by (N.Devaki M.Deivam, 2022). It aims to provide insight into the latest trends in Information and Communications Technology (ICT) and their influence on social, cultural, and economic spheres, with a specific focus on teaching and learning. It caters to teachers, students, and researchers who focus on ICT-related courses, while other researchers can take it as a convenient reference. The objective of the book is to bring together the tools, techniques, and strategies of seasoned researchers in one volume, enabling readers to develop top-quality literature on ICT. The chapters of this book cover various topics such as cyber security, digital initiatives, ICT for English language teaching, web-based learning, smart classrooms, and technological tools. However, the focus of this review is on the chapters that discuss ICT for English language teaching and learning.

Peta Permasalahan Pendidikan Abad 21 di Indonesia Isma, Andika; Isma, Adi; Isma, Aswan; Isma, Ardian
Jurnal Pendidikan Terapan Vol 1, No 3, September (2023)
Publisher : Sakura Digital Nusantara

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61255/jupiter.v1i3.153

Education is the main foundation for the development and progress of a nation. Through education, people can improve their intellectual capacity, skills and knowledge to face the challenges of an ever-evolving era. However, at present, education is faced with a variety of complex problems that require serious attention. This paper aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the 21st century education problem map, from various aspects that affect it. The research method used is literature review by reviewing several articles and books relevant to the topic. The results showed that there are four major problems in 21st century education, namely: educational infrastructure problems, challenges in curriculum quality and relevance, teaching staff problems, and challenges in distance learning. By overcoming these problems through innovation and collaboration, education in the 21st century can be an effective means to form a generation that is competent, creative, and ready to face future challenges.

INVESTIGATING EFL LECTURERS' PERCEPTION AND STRATEGIES IN ENHANCING EFFECTIVE ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEACHING: A CASE STUDY Rasmin , La Ode; Samsudin , Samsudin; Isma , Adi
UICELL No 7 (2023): UICELL Conference Proceedings 2023 (in progress)
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Prof. DR. HAMKA

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Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) needs a strategy and an approach to enhance the effective teaching process. This research aims to gain deeper insight into effective methods of teaching English as a foreign language (EFL) in a university context. This study used case study research involving structured interviews via Google form with four EFL lecturers at Universitas Muslim Buton, Baubau, Southeast Sulawesi. The data in this study used a thematic analysis. The results of this study reveal a rich understanding of the views and teaching strategies used by EFL lecturers. In interviews, the lecturers outlined teaching approaches they believed were effective in improving students' English language skills, how they select the learning materials and the challenges and adjustments in teaching. This study found that the EFL lecturers use communication-based techniques and the contextual approach in choosing the materials learning to enhance classroom practice. In addition, this research also identifies the challenges EFL lecturers face in implementing these teaching practices and creating an effective learning environment. It is hoped that the results of this research will provide valuable guidance for developing training programs and improving EFL teaching practices in university settings. Keywords: EFL Lecturer, Perceptions and Strategies, Effective Teaching

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