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DEXTERITY OF ACCEPTING AND DECLINING ORAL INVITATIONS OF SMK STUDENTS IN SPEAKING PERFORMANCE Sahan, Anselmus; Bulle, Hermelinda Azi; Lasi, Febronia
Premise: Journal of English Education and Applied Linguistics Vol 12, No 1 (2023): Premise Journal: e-ISSN 2442-482x, p-ISSN 2089-3345
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Metro

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24127/pj.v12i1.5942

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Accepting and declining invitations bridges the speakers and hearers involved in direct communication to get mutual understanding. In a classroom context, the knowledge of accepting and declining invitations is essential since both teachers and students should be able to create a dialogical relationship. Therefore, this study aims to determine whether the eleventh-year students of SMK Negeri Nibaaf, Kefamenanu, have mastered accepting and declining the invitation, describe their difficulties, and categorize their level of mastery. To describe the whole process, the researchers applied a quantitative method. To get the data, this study used an oral test given to eleven students learning English in the 2020/2021 school year. This study used mobile phones to record the oral test. Their performance was analyzed using the parts of accepting and declining an invitation and four aspects of speaking: fluency, vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation. The result shows that their average score is 89.5. It indicates that their dexterity is categorized as very good, and their level of mastery is excellent. However, they made 109 (48%) right and 23 (8%) wrong answers. They also faced pronunciation difficulties (11 (or" 4%) right and 55 (or: 20%) wrong answers) and grammar20 (or: 7%) right and 46 (or: 17%) wrong answers). It implies that teaching speaking should pay more attention to accepting and declining an oral invitation.
An Error Analysis of EFL Students’ Use of Simple Past Tense in Writing Narrative Text Nahak, Yulia Ningsi; Sahan, Anselmus; Seran, Yanuarius
International Journal of English Education and Linguistics (IJoEEL) Vol 6, No 2 (2024)
Publisher : Universitas Nurul Jadid

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33650/ijoeel.v6i2.9644

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This study investigated the errors in the use of the simple past tense in narrative texts written by tenth-grade students at SMA Negeri Taekas. Employing a descriptive quantitative approach, this research focused on identifying and analyzing errors using the surface strategy taxonomy. A total of 113 errors were identified and categorized into omission, addition, misformation, and misordering. The findings revealed that misformation were the most frequent errors (50%), followed by omission errors (32%). These results highlight the need for more targeted instruction in verb forms and tense usage, suggesting that more practice and explicit teaching of grammatical rules could significantly improve students’ writing accuracy.
Students’ Paragraph Errors and Its Implication for Teaching Writing Sahan, Anselmus
Celt: A Journal of Culture, English Language Teaching & Literature Vol 22, No 1: June 2022, Nationally Accredited
Publisher : Soegijapranata Catholic University

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24167/celt.v22i1.4103

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This paper aims to expose the  students’ ability to write a simple passage. To get the data needed, the writer asked them to write a simple paragraph of Indonesian consisting of five sentences and translate it into English. To analyze their writings, he gave three codes on their writings (italic, bold, and underline words). Their errors on writing were classified on the basis of Dulay, Burt Krashen’s (1982) four types of surface strategy taxonomy consisting of omission, addition, misformation and misordering. The results reveal that the students made 33 omission, 32 addition, 9 misformation, and 8 misordering errors. So, they still have difficulties to write a paragraph. Therefore, teaching and learning process of writing subject should teach students to be able to write acceptable, efficient and effective paragraphs.
Studens' Perceptions of English Club in Enhancing Speaking Skill Naben, Maria Fridolin; Sahan, Anselmus
Globish: An English-Indonesian Journal for English, Education, and Culture Vol 14, No 2 (2025): Globish: English-Indonesia Journal for English Education and Culture
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Tangerang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31000/globish.v14i2.13706

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This study explores students’ perception of English Club as a platform for enhancing their speaking skills. The English Club provides a supportive and interactive environment where students can improve their speaking skills through group discussions, role playing, interactive game, storytelling and presentation. This study was conducted at English Club of English Study program, Universitas Timor. Using a descriptive qualitative approach, the data were collected through observation and interviews with 5 students who actively participate in the English Club. The findings presented that most students perceive the English Club as beneficial in improving their speaking ability especially in pronunciation, fluency and vocabulary. Additionally, students appreciate the informal learning atmosphere which reduce their fear and anxiety in speaking. This study concludes English teachers can improve students’ English language proficiency by implementing or developing the English Club's teaching methodology and creating a more relaxed and enjoyable learning atmosphere.
HIGHER INSTITUTION STUDENTS’ CHALLENGES IN WRITING JOURNAL ARTICLES: CHARACTERISTICS AND PROPOSED SOLUTIONS Sahan, Anselmus; Saridewi, Maria P; Wabang, Rince J; Adrianus, Nabung
English Review: Journal of English Education Vol. 12 No. 1 (2024)
Publisher : University of Kuningan

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25134/erjee.v12i1.8595

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This qualitative study aimed to identify the challenges faced by final semester students in Indonesian tertiary institutions when writing journal articles, and propose potential solutions to these challenges. The study analyzed 32 articles published in Timor University e-journals, selected purposively from 16 study programs. Results showed that the majority of articles (59%) scored 75, indicating a need for improvement. The most significant challenges faced by students were related to introduction and method (13%), results (13%), and discussion (13%). These findings were consistent with the results of a questionnaire analysis, which identified method and abstract (22%), discussion (30%), and all parts (26%) as problematic areas for students. To address these issues, the study proposes a formal mandate requiring all lecturers to accompany their students in writing journal articles. This mandate would provide students with necessary support and guidance to improve their writing skills and meet the acceptable journal template requirements. The proposed solutions aim to alleviate the academic burden faced by thesis advisors, editors, and reviewers, while also improving the quality of articles produced by students.
A MASTERY STUDY OF THE EXPOSITORY WRITING OF THE THIRD YEAR STUDENTS OF SMP NEGERI NAIOLA Kefi, Irene Valentin; Sahan, Anselmus; Bouk, Edmundus
Jurnal Edulanguage: Jurnal Pendidikan Bahasa Vol. 7 No. 2 (2021): Jurnal Edulanguage: Jurnal Pendidikan Bahasa
Publisher : English Study Program, Faculty of Teacher Training and Educational Sciences, Universitas Timor

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32938/edulanguage.v1i2.1660

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This study analyzed the mastery level of students in the third year students of SMP Negeri Naiola. The aim of the study is to find out the mastery level of students about Expository Writing. The method used descriptive qualitative method. Therefore, this research used writing test. After collecting the data, the writer analyzed them based on the three generic structure of Expository Writing text namely: Thesis, Argument, and Recommendation/Reiteration. The result of data analysis shows that the students have mastered expository text. It is based on the data that their average score is 83 and categorized as Excellent. This means that the students have ability in Expository Writing. However, the students still found difficulties in in mastering argument of the components of personal expository text. The data shows that their total number of wrong answers is 48. To overcome the students’ difficulties in expository writing, English teacher have to guide and motivate the students to master expository writing based on the generic structure of the text.
LINGUISTIC CATEGORY AND GRAMMATICAL ERRORS ON SMA STUDENTS’ SPEAKING PERFORMANCE Sahan, Anselmus; Bria, Yasintus; Ulu, Emanuel; Syahdan, Syahdan; Kariadi, Mustasyfa Thabib; Prasetyanti, Dian Chandra
Jurnal Edulanguage: Jurnal Pendidikan Bahasa Vol. 9 No. 1 (2023): Jurnal Edulanguage: Jurnal Pendidikan Bahasa
Publisher : English Study Program, Faculty of Teacher Training and Educational Sciences, Universitas Timor

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32938/edulanguage.9.1.2023.13-25

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This study attempts to analyze the students’ speaking mastery on linguistic and grammatical elements, types of difficulty and level of errors frequently made in the school year of 2021/2022. It applied qualitative method, took 20 students as its samples and applied speaking test as its instrument which required them to speak one by one in front of the class during 3-5 minutes. Their performance was recorded by mobile phones. To analyze the data, it applied the taxonomy of linguistic category and surface strategy taxonomy. The results showed that they made 252 errors in speaking. The errors distributed on linguistic taxonomy and surface strategy taxonomy of errors. In verb, the made 48 (19%) errors; In pronoun, they made 36 (14%) errors; In preposition, they made 42 (17%) errors; In article, they made 29 (11%) errors; In singular/plural, they made 24 (10%) errors; In conjunction, they made 29 (11%) errors; In word order, they made 20 (8%) errors; and in negation, they made 24 (10%) errors. The most frequent errors are verb (48 or 19%) on linguistic strategy taxonomy while the highest frequency of the categories of grammatical errors or surface strategy taxonomy is omission (103 or 41%). It indicates that grammatical errors or surface strategy taxonomy got more errors than linguistic strategy taxonomy. The results imply that the pedagogical instruction should direct the students on speaking oral performance.
IMPROVING THE STUDENTS’ LISTENING COMPREHENSION THROUGH ENGLISH SONG OF THE SEVENTH GRADE OF SMP KRISTEN KEFAMENANU Siahaan, Desta Gloria; Mnaka, Fridensia Nurini; Sahan, Anselmus; Tarigan, Surya Setiadi
Jurnal Edulanguage: Jurnal Pendidikan Bahasa Vol. 9 No. 1 (2023): Jurnal Edulanguage: Jurnal Pendidikan Bahasa
Publisher : English Study Program, Faculty of Teacher Training and Educational Sciences, Universitas Timor

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32938/edulanguage.9.2.2023.27-50

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The purpose of this study was to determine the improvement in listening comprehension of students by using English Songs in class VII students at SMP Kristen Kefamenanu. This research used the quantitative research to find the data and results of test. The subject of this study were 45 students consisting of 25 students and 20 students and the data were collected by using tetst and observation. The data obtained in the first cycle indicated an average score 5.8 with the percentage of students who passed the test was 8.28% while in the second cycle, the average score was 5.58, with the percentage of students who passed the test was 8.5%. Meanwhile, based on the observasion in the first cycle, the students listening comprehension were considered as deficient, and some students could not listen properly to the songs that were played to them. On the other hand, in the second cycle, students showed that they had been able to improve their listening comprehension through the use of English Songs. The results showed that there was an Improving The Students’ Listening Comprehension Of The Seventh Grade Of Smp Kristen Kefamenanu Through Songs.
ANALYZING THE ABILITY OF USING ADVERBS IN WRITING DESCRIPTIVE TEXT: Using adverbs in writing Descriptive Text Tafuli, Agri Yublina; Wisrance, Maria Wihelmina; Sahan, Anselmus
Jurnal Edulanguage: Jurnal Pendidikan Bahasa Vol. 10 No. 1 (2024): Jurnal Edulanguage: Jurnal Pendidikan Bahasa
Publisher : English Study Program, Faculty of Teacher Training and Educational Sciences, Universitas Timor

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32938/edulanguage.10.1.2024.46-52

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The research was conducted at SMPN Tublopo, involving eighth grade students. Applying a qualitative method, the study focused on assessing the students' proficiency in utilizing adverbs in descriptive writing. Additionally, it sought to identify the challenges they faced in using adverbs in their compositions. The research employed written tests and interviews as data collection tools. The findings revealed that the students achieved an average score of 80, indicating an excellent level of performance. The result of the interview revealed that majority of students possess a comprehension of adverbs related to time and place, whereas they struggle with the usage of other types of adverbs. This challenge arose due to their difficulty in distinguishing between these different categories of adverbs. Keywords: Ability, Adverbs, Analyzing, Descriptive Text, Writing
AN ANALYSIS OF INDONESIAN-ENGLISH CODE MIXING USED IN NESSIE JUDGE’S VIDEOS YOUTUBE CHANNEL da costa, rui pedro daos; Sahan, Anselmus; Kamlasi, Imanuel
(JELE) Journal Of English Language and Education Vol 7 No 2 (2021)
Publisher : LPPM Universitas Mercu Buana Yogyakarta

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26486/jele.v7i2.1878

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Mixing one language with different language, in sociolinguistics is referred to as code mixing. Considered one of social media to share the facts is YouTube. The phenomena of code blending also takes place in certainly one of YouTube channel namely Nessie Judge. Accordingly, this observe focuses on code blending occurs in Nessie decide YouTube channel. The statements of the research trouble in this observe are:(1) What are the forms of code mixing used in Nessie decide YouTube channel? (2) Why are codes mixing utilized in Nessie judge YouTube channel? The objectives of this study are:(1) To discovered the varieties of code mixing that utilized in Nessie Judge YouTube channel, (2) To find out the reasons of code mixing that used in Nessie Judge YouTube channel. In this examine, the researcher used library look at with qualitative research and the researcher as the tool of this have a look at. The item changed into Nessie judge’s YouTube channel. The information of this study changed into all of utterances that include of code mixing. The researcher collects the records use note taking technique. The result of this examine indicates:(1) The kinds of code mixing discovered in the motion pictures of Nessie Judge’s YouTube channel are: intra sentential, intra lexical, and involvement in a alternate of pronunciation, (2) The reason why codes mixing determined in Nessie judge YouTube channel are: talking about specific subject matter, being emphatic approximately something, repetition used for clarification, and expressing organization identity and unity.