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Fostering the Intercultural Learning in Drama Subject at Higher Education Eripuddin Eripuddin; Pipit Rahayu; Rice Gus Gulita Sari
AL-ISHLAH: Jurnal Pendidikan Vol 17, No 1 (2025): MARCH 2025
Publisher : STAI Hubbulwathan Duri

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35445/alishlah.v17i1.6805

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Intercultural learning plays a crucial role in preparing students for global engagement by fostering awareness of diverse cultures and enhancing communication across cultural boundaries. This study investigates the integration of intercultural learning within higher education, specifically in the English Department. A descriptive qualitative approach was employed, involving 23 fifth-semester English Department students selected through total sampling. A structured questionnaire was administered to assess students' cultural awareness, intercultural communication skills, and appreciation for diverse perspectives. The collected data were analyzed descriptively to evaluate students' intercultural competencies. The results indicate that 60.00% of students actively observe and recognize cultural differences in daily interactions. Additionally, 58.26% report a moderate level of confidence in communicating effectively in multicultural contexts, while 60.87% express a strong appreciation for diverse viewpoints and their contribution to enriching the learning experience. These findings suggest that integrating intercultural learning into the curriculum can significantly improve students' cultural sensitivity and communication skills. By promoting cultural understanding and inclusivity, such integration supports the development of more globally competent graduates.
An Analysis of Students’ Linguistic and Performance Challenges in Performing Under the Gaslight by Augustine Daly Eripuddin; Pipit Rahayu; Azi Nurazima Juhastri; Debora Martini Jai
Journal of Classroom Action Research Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026): February 2026
Publisher : English Lecturers and Teachers Association (ELTA)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52622/jcar.v5i1.651

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This study investigate the Drama is as an effective pedagogical approach in English Language Teaching (ELT) due to its potential to promote communicative competence, learner engagement, and expressive skills. However, the use of classical English drama, particularly nineteenth-century texts, may pose significant challenges for EFL learners. This study aims to analyze the linguistic and performance-related difficulties experienced by 23 fifth-semester students of the English Education Study Program at Universitas Pasir Pengaraian in performing Under the Gaslight by Augustine Daly. Employing a descriptive qualitative research design, data were collected through classroom observations, semi-structured interviews, and documentation during rehearsal and performance sessions. The findings reveal that students encountered major difficulties involving both language and performance demands, including archaic vocabulary, complex sentence structures, pronunciation problems, stage fright, limited voice projection, inadequate body movement, and weak emotional delivery. These challenges were closely interconnected, with language barriers contributing to psychological anxiety and subsequently affecting overall performance quality. The study concludes that while drama remains a valuable instructional tool in ELT, the use of classical drama requires careful pedagogical mediation, including linguistic scaffolding, cultural contextualization, and systematic performance training. The findings are expected to contribute to the improvement of drama instruction, text selection, and teaching strategies in English teacher education programs, particularly in equipping prospective English teachers with the competence to implement drama-based learning effectively in future classrooms Keywords: Students’ Difficulties, Drama, Performance
Exploring EFL Students’ Perceptions of Public Speaking Skills Through a News Anchor Performance Activity Pipit Rahayu; Eripuddin Eripuddin; Yova Afriansyah
AL-ISHLAH: Jurnal Pendidikan Vol 18, No 1 (2026): MARCH 2026
Publisher : STAI Hubbulwathan Duri

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35445/alishlah.v18i1.9475

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Developing effective public speaking skills is a key objective in English language education, yet many university students experience anxiety and limited opportunities for structured practice. This study investigates students’ perceptions of public speaking skill development through a News Anchor activity implemented in a natural classroom setting. This qualitative study involved 25 second-semester undergraduate students enrolled in a Public Speaking course at the English Department of Pasir Pengaraian University. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews, classroom observations, reflective journals, and analysis of students’ scripts and recorded performances. The data were analyzed thematically, and triangulation across multiple sources was applied to ensure credibility and consistency. The findings reveal three major themes: increased confidence, improved delivery techniques, and stronger language organization. The structured news anchor activity provided students with a clear communicative role and opportunities for repeated rehearsal, which helped reduce anxiety and improve voice projection, pacing, fluency, eye contact, posture, and gestures. Analysis of students’ scripts also indicated clearer content organization and more appropriate use of news-style expressions. Although some pronunciation challenges persisted, students demonstrated greater strategic use of practice and feedback. Overall, the News Anchor activity functioned as an effective performance-based learning strategy that supports the development of public speaking skills. By combining structured roles, rehearsal, and authentic speaking practice, the activity provides a practical approach to enhancing students’ confidence, delivery, and language organization in higher education public speaking courses.
Innovations in Microteaching: Web-Based Approaches to Pedagogical Skill Development Azi Nurazima Juhastri; Welven Aida; Pipit Rahayu; Eripuddin Eripuddin
AL-ISHLAH: Jurnal Pendidikan Vol 18, No 1 (2026): MARCH 2026
Publisher : STAI Hubbulwathan Duri

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35445/alishlah.v18i1.8558

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The shift to digital learning environments, accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic, has prompted innovations in teacher education, including the use of web-based microteaching. While traditional microteaching enhances instructional skills, it often lacks flexibility and digital engagement. This study investigates how web-based microteaching supports pedagogical skill development in pre-service English teachers. This qualitative case study involved 25 undergraduate students enrolled in a Microteaching course at the University of Pasir Pengaraian. Data were collected through recorded teaching videos, reflective journals, structured observation checklists, and semi-structured interviews. Participants completed three teaching cycles—two synchronous and one asynchronous—over a 16-week semester. Data were analyzed thematically using Braun and Clarke’s (2006) method and organized using NVivo 12 software. Findings showed significant improvement in lesson planning, instructional clarity, classroom management, and reflective depth. Teaching videos demonstrated enhanced lesson structure, use of questioning strategies, and purposeful digital tool integration. Reflective journals evolved from general self-evaluations to more analytical reflections. Peer and instructor feedback, facilitated through digital platforms, played a critical role in supporting iterative development. Web-based microteaching proved effective in fostering both pedagogical competence and digital fluency. Participants reported increased teaching confidence and began to view themselves as emerging professionals. Despite initial technical challenges, repeated practice supported the development of adaptive teaching strategies. These results suggest that structured online microteaching can be a sustainable model for contemporary teacher education.