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Students’ Perceptions of the BBC Learning English Podcast Application for Improving Listening Skills: A Survey of English Education Students Hasan Hasan; Parwinder Kaur; N. S. Jayasundara
International Journal of Educational Narratives Vol. 4 No. 5 (2026)
Publisher : Yayasan Adra Karima Hubbi

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70177/ijen.v4i5.3069

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Background: Listening is a foundational yet challenging skill for learners of English as a foreign language, and mobile applications offer flexible, self-paced opportunities to practise it. However, empirical evidence on how students experience the BBC Learning English Podcast application remains limited. Purpose: This study aimed to investigate English education students’ perceptions of the BBC Learning English Podcast application as a medium for improving listening skills. Method: A quantitative descriptive survey design was employed. The participants were 38 students of the English Education Department at Universitas Muhammadiyah Enrekang. Data were collected through a 30-item questionnaire consisting of positively and negatively worded statements, with four response options ranging from strongly agree to strongly disagree, and were analysed using descriptive percentages. Results: All respondents (100%) agreed or strongly agreed that they used the application to improve their listening, that it helped them, and that it developed their listening skills; 97.4% agreed that it improved their English listening ability. Most respondents also rejected the negatively worded statements. Nevertheless, 26.3% found the application boring, and respondents reported drawbacks such as excessive advertisements and the need to download audio before listening. Conclusion: Students generally perceive the BBC Learning English Podcast application as a useful and flexible medium for supporting listening practice. As the findings rest on self-reported perceptions, future experimental research is needed to measure actual gains in listening performance.
Analyzing Linguistic Complexity in Students' Presentations: A Multimodal Approach Asbar Asbar; Hasan Hasan; Musdalifah Musdalifah; Ismail Ismail
Majesty Journal Vol. 6 No. 1 (2024): Majesty: English Education
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Enrekang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v6i1.38

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This study investigates linguistic complexity and multimodal strategies in student presentations, aiming to enhance understanding of effective communication in educational settings. The research employs a qualitative approach, analyzing verbal and non-verbal features from video recordings, interviews, and presentation materials of seventh-semester students. Results indicate a wide range of linguistic abilities, with vocabulary diversity and sentence complexity varying significantly among participants. Multimodal strategies, particularly the integration of verbal, visual, and gestural elements, were found to significantly enhance audience engagement. Challenges such as anxiety, language barriers, and technical difficulties were identified, with strategies like peer practice and feedback proving beneficial. The study highlights the importance of targeted support and technical training to improve presentation skills. These findings contribute to the existing knowledge by emphasizing the value of multimodal communication and suggesting practical approaches for educators. Future research could explore skill development over time and the impact of multimodal strategies in diverse educational contexts.
Collaborative Story Construction via the Exquisite Corpse Game to Improve EFL Narrative Writing Performance Asbar Asbar; Ismail Ismail; Sri Rosmiana; Hasan Hasan; Elihami Elihami
Majesty Journal Vol. 8 No. 1 (2026): Technology Mediated Langauge Learning, Teaching and Assessment
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Enrekang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v8i1.159

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Background. Writing skill is a crucial component in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learning, particularly in narrative text writing, which requires learners to integrate idea generation, organization, and linguistic accuracy. However, many EFL students still experience difficulties in developing coherent narratives, elaborating ideas, and maintaining plot unity, indicating the need for more interactive and collaborative learning approaches. Purpose. This study aims to investigate the implementation of collaborative story construction through the Exquisite Corpse game and to examine its effectiveness in improving students’ narrative writing performance and their learning responses. Methods. This research employed an embedded mixed-methods design with a one-group pretest–posttest approach. The participants were 30 fourth-semester students of the English Education Study Program at Universitas Muhammadiyah Enrekang. Data were collected through narrative writing tests, classroom observations, field notes, and questionnaires. Quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics, while qualitative data were analyzed thematically. Results. The findings revealed a significant improvement in students’ narrative writing performance, with mean scores increasing from 50.40 in the pretest to 73.47 in the posttest. The improvement was supported by a very large effect size (Cohen’s d = 3.49). All aspects of the narrative writing rubric showed improvement, particularly coherence and unity of plot. Observation data indicated active student participation, idea negotiation, and collaborative revision during the learning process. Questionnaire results further showed that students responded positively to the intervention, especially in terms of engagement, creativity, and narrative awareness. Conclusion. Collaborative story construction through the Exquisite Corpse game is an effective pedagogical strategy for enhancing EFL students’ narrative writing skills and fostering positive learning engagement in higher education contexts.
Enhancing Active Learning Through Gamified Platforms: Insights from the Implementation of Quizizz in English Language Education Nur Fitrawan Khayrullah; Umiyati Jabri; Ita Sarmita Samad; Hasan Hasan
Majesty Journal Vol. 6 No. 2 (2024): Curriculum Development
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Enrekang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v6i2.163

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This study investigates the impact of the Quizizz application on English vocabulary mastery among eighth-grade students at MTs. DDI Enrekang. As education enters the digital age, integrating technology into classrooms has become essential. This research employs a pre-experimental design with a one-group pre-test and post-test structure to evaluate the efficacy of Quizizz in enhancing students' vocabulary proficiency. The study involved 34 students, using total population sampling to ensure comprehensive analysis. The results indicate a significant improvement in students' vocabulary mastery, with post-test scores showing considerable increases compared to pre-test scores. Descriptive statistics reveal a rise in the mean score from 47.21 to 73.53, while inferential statistics confirm the significance of these improvements. The study highlights the effectiveness of Quizizz in fostering student engagement and motivation through its interactive and gamified features. The findings suggest that gamified platforms like Quizizz can transform traditional learning environments, particularly in rural settings with limited access to advanced tools. This research contributes to the growing body of knowledge on the benefits of gamification in education and underscores the potential for such tools to enhance language learning outcomes. Future research could explore the long-term effects of gamified learning and its applicability across various subjects and educational contexts.
Improving Students’ Speaking Ability by Using Describing Pictures at the First Year of SMK Negeri 3 Enrekang Hasan Hasan; Aminullah Aminullah; Ismail Ismail; Dian Firdiani
Majesty Journal Vol. 4 No. 1 (2022): Majesty: English Education
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Enrekang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v4i1.164

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This research studies about improving students’ speaking ability by using describing pictures at the first year of SMK Negeri 3 Enrekang. The problem statement of this research was “does the use of describing pictures improve the students speaking ability at the first year of SMK Negeri 3 Enrekang. The objective of this research was intended to know whether or not using describing pictures can improve the students’ speaking ability at the first year of SMK Negeri 3 Enrekang. This research applied quasi experimental method with one class of experimental group and one class in control group. The researcher used pre-test and post-test in collecting data. The research sample was the students of the first year they were Administrasi Perkantoran 1 and administrasi perkantoran 2. Class consists of 20 students, so the researcher took probability sample that was cluster sampling technique. The data analyzed by finding the mean score. For collecting data, the researcher used instrument namely oral test to measure the students’ speaking ability. The result of this research showed that the student’ speaking ability was low classification in pre-test with the mean score 56.34 for experimental class and the mean score of control class was 52.74 and it was poor categorized. However after doing the treatment by using describing pictures they got good classification for experimental group (73.28) and still poor for control group (55.78) in post-test. The data was analyzed by using T-test and the result showed that the T-test value (7.023) was higher than T-table (2.042). It means that there was a significance different of students’ speaking ability before and after the treatment through the application of describing pictures. It concluded that describing pictures can be used in improving speaking ability of the students.
Analysis of Students’ Learning Difficulties in English for Counseling Guidance Department at Muhammadiyah University of Enrekang Nur Atiqa; Mustakim Mustakim; Hasan Hasan; Ratu Balkis
Majesty Journal Vol. 4 No. 2 (2022): Majesty: English Education
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Enrekang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v4i2.170

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The purpose of this study is to examine the factors influencing the students' learning difficulties at Muhammadiyah University of Enrekang as well as their problems learning English. This research is qualitative by collecting information from thirty students in the counseling guidance study program. The outcome of this assessment, which employed a descriptive methodology, revealed that speaking skills were the area in which students had the most trouble learning. Students' lack of self-confidence, lack of motivation, lack of speaking ability, difficulty memorizing vocabulary, lack of listening ability, lack of practicing pronunciation, lack of understanding the material, lack of practice partner, learning media, lack of writing ability, lack of reading ability, translating, feeling that learning English is not important, and lack of having a practice partner are the factors that make learning English difficult for students.
Think Pair Share Assisted by Educaplay to Improve Science Learning Outcomes of Fourth Grade Elementary School Students Muh Araafly Sulaeman Rafly; Hasan Hasan; Dedi Setiawan; Ilham Assidiq; Muh. Idham Haliq
Mahaguru: Jurnal Pendidikan Guru Sekolah Dasar  Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): Mahaguru: Jurnal Pendidikan Guru Sekolah Dasar
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Enrekang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33487/mgr.v7i1.383

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Elementary science and social science (IPAS) learning requires instructional strategies that integrate active engagement, social interaction, and digital learning media. This study aimed to analyze improvements in fourth-grade students’ IPAS learning outcomes through Educaplay-assisted Think Pair Share (TPS) and compare them with conventional instruction. A quantitative approach with a nonequivalent pretest-posttest control group quasi-experimental design was employed. The participants were 26 fourth-grade students at SDN 116 Enrekang, comprising 13 students in the experimental group and 13 in the control group. The intervention was conducted over eight sessions, excluding the pretest and posttest, focusing on Light and Its Properties. Data were collected through learning achievement tests and observations of instructional implementation and analyzed using descriptive statistics, normality and homogeneity tests, between-group comparisons, and N-gain analysis. The results showed that all students in the experimental group achieved the minimum mastery criterion, compared with 12 students in the control group. Posttest and N-gain analyses revealed significant differences between the groups (p < .05). The implementation of Educaplay-assisted TPS reached 92.8%, categorized as very good. These findings indicate that integrating TPS with Educaplay offers a promising interactive and collaborative approach to supporting conceptual learning in elementary IPAS.