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The Implementing of Gamification in EFL Classroom at MA Baytul Mukarramah Bone (Critical Analysis on Student Academic Achievement) Ahmad Jafar; Ambo Dalle; Arqam; Abdul Haris Sunubi; Mujahidah
International Journal of Health, Economics, and Social Sciences (IJHESS) Vol. 7 No. 1: January 2025
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Palu

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56338/ijhess.v7i1.5747

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This research examines the impact of implementing gamification in learning English as a Foreign Language (EFL) at MA Baytul Mukarramah Bone. This research aims to answer the main research question regarding the effect of using wordwall gamification on student learning achievement. This research uses a qualitative approach with data collection methods through observation and interviews. Data analysis was carried out qualitatively with stages of data collection, data reduction, data presentation, and verification and conclusions. Data was obtained through observations of English teachers and interviews with students X MA Baytul Mukarramah Bone students. The research results showed that the application of wordwall.net gamification to class X MA Baytul Mukarramah Bone students was proven to be able to improve their learning achievement. This is evidenced by an increase in average exam scores and active participation of students in learning. This finding is also strengthened by the positive responses of students who show high interest in using wordwall gamification in English learning. This research provides evidence that wordwall gamification can be an effective learning strategy to improve EFL students' learning achievement at MA Baytul Mukarramah Bone. It is hoped that these findings can contribute to the development of English learning practices that are more interesting and meaningful for students.
The Efficiency of Using Chatgpt and Classpoint Online Apps in Improving English Teachers’ Formative Assessment Competence Aswar; Abdul Haris Sunubi; Magdahalena Tjalla; Zulfah Fakhruddin; Ambo Dalle
International Journal of Health, Economics, and Social Sciences (IJHESS) Vol. 7 No. 1: January 2025
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Palu

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56338/ijhess.v7i1.6336

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The high administrative workload often hinders teachers from developing innovative and interactive formative assessments. This study aims to examine the efficiency of using ChatGPT and ClassPoint in improving the formative assessment competencies of English teachers at junior high schools and to analyze teachers' perceptions of these technologies. This research employs a quantitative approach with a pre-experimental one-group pretest-post-test design, involving 9 English teachers from 7 schools. Data were collected through pretests and post-tests to measure teachers' formative assessment competencies and questionnaires to assess their perceptions. Statistical analysis utilized a paired t-test to compare pretest and post-test results, while descriptive statistics analysed perception data. The study results showed a significant improvement in teachers' formative assessment competencies, with scores increasing from 14.89 (pretest) to 31.11 (post-test), supported by a t-statistic value of -17.65 and a p-value < 0.01. The questionnaire analysis revealed highly positive responses, with over 90% of teachers strongly agreeing on the benefits of these technologies in creating diverse questions, speeding up the assessment process, and facilitating interactive formative assessments. These findings indicate that integrating ChatGPT and ClassPoint effectively enhances teachers' formative assessment competencies.
Teaching Anxiety Levels and Coping Strategies of EFL Novice Teachers Sunubi, Abdul Haris; Rustam, Utari; Fakhruddin, Zulfah; Arqam, Arqam; Tjalla, Maghdalena; Mustary, Emilia; Afiah, Nur
Indonesian TESOL Journal Vol. 5 No. 2 (2023): Indonesian TESOL Journal (October)
Publisher : Institut Agama Islam Negeri Palopo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24256/itj.v5i2.2690

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Teaching anxiety is feeling powerless and experiencing tension in teaching. A high level of anxiety affects the quality of teaching performance and teachers’ teaching resilience. This study aims to describe teaching anxiety levels and coping strategies of EFL novice teachers in teaching four English skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing). This study employed a descriptive quantitative design. The data were collected by using online surveys. Total sampling was employed, and ten novice teachers of Islamic schools in Sidrap regency, South Sulawesi, completed online questionnaires adapted from DASS 42 and the COPE scale. The data were analysed using descriptive statistics. The findings showed that EFL novice teachers experience severe anxiety in teaching productive skills (speaking 15.5 and writing 15.1) and moderate anxiety in teaching receptive skills (listening 13.8 and reading 14.8).EFL novice teachers used problem focused strategies more than emotion-focused strategies to combat their anxiety.Keywords: Teaching Anxiety; Coping Strategy; EFL Novice Teachers
Investigating Students’ Motivation in Doing English Excercise Practice Irmayanti; Zulfah Fakhruddin; Abdul Haris Sunubi; Mujahidah; Maghdahalena Tjalla
International Journal of Health, Economics, and Social Sciences (IJHESS) Vol. 7 No. 2: April 2025
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Palu

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56338/ijhess.v7i2.5816

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This research aims to describe the level of motivation and the type of motivation wether instrumental or integrative motivation. This research took place one of vocational high school of Polewali Mandar. The research applied descriptive quantitative design. Population of this research was 210 of students SMKS Suparman Wonomulyo. The sample of this research 40 students representtative each grade. In collecting the data qusionnaire was used as instrument. The data was calculated by using SPSS to find out percentage and frequency. The result showed that in motivation level, most students had low level. In Instrumental motivation the students had average level motivation.While, integrative motivation the students had high level motivation, and questionnaire section attitude towards English excercise practice the students generally had negative attitude.
An Analysis of Learning Management of English Course: A Case Study at Star English Course Rezki Adelya; Zulfah; Abdul Haris Sunubi
International Journal of Health, Economics, and Social Sciences (IJHESS) Vol. 7 No. 2: April 2025
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Palu

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56338/ijhess.v7i2.6872

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Educational management is an activity or series of activities in the form of managing the collaborative efforts of a group of people who are part of an educational organization, to achieve pre-established educational goals, by utilizing existing resources and employing management functions to achieve the goals effectively and efficiently. This research is expected to increase the knowledge about learning management in STAR ENGLISH Course Parepare. By analyzing management strategies that implemented in course, this research provides new insight into effective and efficient management practices in non-formal education. This research employs a qualitative descriptive. Data collection techniques include in-depth interviews with director and two senior teachers. Instruments included interview guidelines, observation checklist, and documentation records. Data were analyzed using Miles and Huberman's interactive analysis model, comprising data collection, reduction, display, and conclusion drawing. The findings reveal that the steps in preparing lesson plan at STAR EC include determining the learning objectives, learning strategies, and the materials. organizing process consist of task organization between director, teachers, and staff. In the division of tasks within a class, each class has a main teacher and an assistant teacher or an observant teacher. In the learning process, especially during practice sessions, tutors use a strategy of grouping students based on their abilities. the lesson actuating in star ec begins with the teacher open the class and delivering the material during the first 30 minutes. In the next 30 minutes, the teacher conducts exercise for students using the material that been taught that day. The last 30 minutes are used for playing games and conducting a final test. In learning actuating process in classroom, the teacher faces several challenges and the teachers have their own ways of coping these challenges. Coaching that conducted in SEC is divided into several parts which are holds briefing regularly to ensure teachers’ performance is stay on track in teaching, and evaluate teachers’ performance. And then becoming an observant teacher, moreover monitoring by the director, and asking for feedback. The evaluation for students is generally conducted through two types of tests: formative and summative. Evaluation is also conducted for the teachers, where the director discusses the teacher’s performance with senior teachers. Additionally, students are involved in evaluating teacher by providing their feedback.
EFL Learners Attitude toward English Phonetics Learning in English Program at IAIN Parepare Dian Aisyah Abidin; Ambo Dalle; Abdul Haris Sunubi; Zulfah Fakhruddin; Magdahalena Tjalla
DEIKTIS: Jurnal Pendidikan Bahasa dan Sastra Vol. 4 No. 3 (2024)
Publisher : Perkumpulan Dosen Muslim Indonesia - Sulawesi Selatan

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.53769/deiktis.v4i3.778

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Learners Attitude referred to the mindset, beliefs, opinions, and emotional disposition that learners bring to the learning process. Attitude plays a crucial role in shaping learners' engagement, motivation, and success in acquiring new knowledge and skills. The research aimed to identify of the attitudes of EFL learners in English program at IAIN Parepare toward their English phonetics learning. This research used quantitative design with data collection technique used questionnaire form with followed likert scale and sample of the research were 70 students from semester 3th and 5th of English Education Department of IAIN Parepare using simple random sampling. Analysis data used descriptive quantitative analsysis with calculating the frequency, percentage, and mean score. The result of this research that EFL learners showed positive attitudes towards English phonetics learning based on indicators Direction, intensity, consistency, and spontaneity which categorized as good attitudes among the students proved their commitment to following instructional guidance as direction, demonstrating strong emotional engagement as intensity, maintaining steady dedication over the class learning as consistency and showing proactive initiative in their learning phonetic as spontaneity indicated that students' attitudes reflect a positive of good enthusiasm mastering English phonetics supported by effective teaching methods implemented at class.
An Investigation of English Language Teachers’ Attitude toward the Use of Technology in Languange Teaching at SMA 3 Parepare Herni Tri Handayani; Arqam Arqam; Magdahalena Tjalla; Mujahidah Mujahidah; Abdul Haris Sunubi
DEIKTIS: Jurnal Pendidikan Bahasa dan Sastra Vol. 4 No. 3 (2024)
Publisher : Perkumpulan Dosen Muslim Indonesia - Sulawesi Selatan

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.53769/deiktis.v4i3.794

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Teachers’ attitudes play a role in shaping the educational environment and influencing student learning outcomes. They encompass their beliefs, values, and behaviors toward their profession, students, colleagues, and the learning process. The research aimed to Investigate English language teachers’ Attitudes toward the Use of Technology in Language Teaching at SMA 3 Parepare. This research used descriptive qualitative research with a study cases approach, there were three English teachers with observe the English language teaching and learning process and the interview process used semistructured interviews and the analysis technique used data reduction, display data, and conclusion. The result of this research was as follows: 1) English language teachers’ attitude toward teaching English focused on instructional method and active interaction with group discussions and multimedia-enhanced lessons proved the contribution to creating a practical English language learning experience for students. 2) English language attitude toward the use of Technology showed a positive attitude toward technology which utilize technological tools such as LCD, computers, and interactive whiteboards to enhance lessons effectively. 3) English language teachers’ implementation toward the use of technology engaging learning experiences by incorporating multimedia resources, project-based learning, and interactive conversations to stimulate student interest and participation while enhancing students’ language skills but also fosters creativity, using technology effectively and create an innovative learning environment at class
The Effectiveness of Story Grammar Strategy in Teaching Reading Comprehension of Narrative Text Musfirah; Mujahidah, Mujahidah; Sunubi, Abdul Haris; Zulfah; Ambo Dalle
AL LUGHAWIYAAT Vol. 6 No. 2 (2025): July
Publisher : IAIN KENDARI

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This study investigates the effectiveness of the Story Grammar Strategy in improving students’ reading comprehension of narrative texts. Utilizing a Classroom Action Research approach, the research was conducted in two cycles comprising planning, implementation, observation, and reflection stages. The participants consisted of 35 eleventh-grade students. The results showed a substantial improvement in reading comprehension scores, with the average increasing from 55.07 in the first cycle to 89.71 in the second cycle. Students demonstrated enhanced abilities in identifying narrative elements such as setting, characters, conflict, and resolution, along with increased engagement and motivation during learning activities. The findings suggest that the Story Grammar Strategy is an effective instructional method that fosters both cognitive and affective development in reading narrative texts within EFL classrooms.
Utilizing Digital Game Based Learning to Enhance English Grammar Mastery Learning for the Third Year Students Firdaus; Sunubi, Abdul Haris; Ambo Dalle; Arqam; Mujahidah
AL LUGHAWIYAAT Vol. 6 No. 2 (2025): July
Publisher : IAIN KENDARI

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31332/alg.v6i2.11803

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This research aims to examine the effectiveness of Digital Game-Based Learning (DGBL) in improving the English grammar mastery of third-year students. The study also investigates student responses and engagement in the learning process. This research used a Classroom Action Research (CAR) design conducted in two cycles, involving 25 third-year students. The learning process utilized digital platforms such as Duolingo, Baamboozle, and Blooket as interactive grammar learning media. Data were collected through grammar tests, observation sheets, and field documentation. The results showed a significant improvement in students’ grammar mastery, with the average score increasing from 58.52% in Cycle I to 91.20% in Cycle II. In addition, students demonstrated very positive responses and increased engagement during the DGBL activities. The learning atmosphere became more dynamic, and students were more motivated to participate actively in class. The study concludes that Digital Game-Based Learning not only enhances grammar skills but also promotes positive attitudes and high engagement among students in a pesantren context.
Implementation of Word Wall Web in Language Learning: How Does It Impact Students' Vocabulary Mastery? Iftitah, A.N; Sunubi, Abdul Haris; Asiza, Nur; Zulfah; Natsir Maulana, Muhammad
Jurnal Pedagogi dan Inovasi Pendidikan Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025): Jurnal Pedagogi dan Inovasi Pendidikan Volume 1 Number 1
Publisher : Jurnal Pedagogi dan Inovasi Pendidikan

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This study aims to enhance students' vocabulary mastery by proposing the Word Wall Web as a learning medium. The research employed a quantitative method with a quasi-experimental design, incorporating pre-test and post-test evaluations. The participants consisted of 63 students, divided into two groups: a control class (n=32) and an experimental class (n=31). Students' understanding of pronouns, nouns, adjectives, and verbs was evaluated through 20 multiple-choice questions, covering various formats such as synonyms, antonyms, fill-in-the-blank, word substitution, and translation. The control class recorded an average pre-test score of 66.14, which increased to 72.26 in the post-test. In contrast, the experimental class exhibited a more substantial improvement, with an average pre-test score of 64.38, rising to 78.22 in the post-test. Statistical analysis of the post-test mean difference between the experimental and control groups yielded a p-value of 0.003, which is less than the significance level of 0.05, indicating a statistically significant difference at the 95% confidence level. Students in the experimental class who utilized the Word Wall Web demonstrated greater interest in learning, active participation, and improved vocabulary mastery compared to those in the control class. These results underscore the effectiveness of the Word Wall Web as a learning medium for enhancing students' vocabulary mastery.