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Journal : ELLITE: Journal of English Language, Literature, and Teaching

Integrating Contextual Learning and Digital Media to Boost English Language Skills Maulya, Ranti; Sari, Desi Purnama; Sarinauli, Barep; Kamarullah, Kamarullah; Sabariah, Sabariah
ELLITE: Journal of English Language, Literature, and Teaching Vol. 10 No. 2 (2025): ELLITE: November
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Jember

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32528/ellite.v10i2.4014

Abstract

This study examines the impact of utilizing local tourist sites as a contextual medium to enhance English language learning through student-created promotional videos produced in a vlogger style. Conducted with 34 senior high school students from MAN 1 Aceh Tengah, Indonesia, this research employs a mixed-methods approach, combining quantitative data from pre- and post-test English proficiency scores and qualitative insights from student and teacher interviews. The quantitative data analysis involved paired sample t-tests, revealing a significant improvement in students' English proficiency, with post-test scores showing an average increase of 11.5 points compared to pre-test scores (p < 0.001). The qualitative thematic analysis highlighted several critical outcomes: students experienced greater motivation, enjoyment, and increased self-confidence in using English due to authentic interactions during visits to tourist sites. Additionally, the project fostered essential 21st-century skills such as collaboration, creativity, and digital literacy, enhancing overall student engagement and language acquisition. Teachers also expressed positive perceptions, noting the method's effectiveness in connecting theoretical learning to real-world contexts. The findings indicate that using local contexts and student-led digital projects can bridge classroom learning and real-world language use, offering practical insights for educators seeking innovative ways to enhance English proficiency in Indonesian-like settings.
Co-Authors Ach. Baidowi Adi Bandono Adyana, I G. Angga Al-Ayyubi, Salahuddin Aliah, Aliah Alvin Juniawan Anas Sulaiman, Prema Karira ANDRI KURNIAWAN Antoni Pardede Apriani, Herlina Atiqoh, Atiqoh Azmi, Fahriana Bunda, Yola Permata Chandra Halim Danu, Retno DESI PURNAMA SARI Dewi, Geatriana Dwi Sogi Sri Redjeki Elvianti, Elsa Emilda Prasiska Eshariyani, Eshariyani Fatirul, Achmad Noor Fauzi, Zainal Fitria Rizkiana, Fitria Friny Napasti Habibah Habibah Hamid Bashori, Abdul Hariyanti, Neneng Koes Harmayanto , Harmayanto Hartono Hartono Herlinawati Herlinawati Hotimah, Nur I Putu Bayu Agus Saputra Idris*, Muhammad Ikawati, Prisma Joko Sampurno Kamarullah Kamarullah Lian, Lisda Maemunah Mahyudi, Dedi Mardan Mardan Maswan, Moch Maulya, Ranti Muhammad Ashhabul Kahfi Mathar Muhyatun, Muhyatun Nini, Cheryl Nurhasanah Nurhasanah Nurmida Catherine Sitompul Nurmida Chaterine Sitompul Pangesti, Eny Dwi Perdana, Muhammad Astro Prihatin Prihatin, Prihatin Putri, Elsya Derma R, Retno Danu Rahadianti, Dian Rahayu, Endah Yulia Rahmawati, Retno Danu Rahmi, Agustina Resna Hermawati Robani, Anidah Rufi'i, Rufi'i Rufii, Rufii Rufi’i, Rufi’i Rusmawati, Retno Danu Rusmiati , Rusmiati S. H., Diani Said Said, Said Santosa, Hilda Sarinauli, Barep Sarira, Maria Jayanti Sembiring, Hendra Syah Putra Setiawan, Nyoman Cahyadi Tri Sitompul, Nurmida Chaterine Suharti Taufiqurrahman H. Salengke Ulfah, Annisa Utami, Urfi Uzliva, Citra Aulia Wahyuni, Amalia Wanadiatri, Halia Wardhani, Rr Ariessanty Alicia Kusuma Wawan Gunawan YANTO YANTO Zairunah, Zairunah Zhalifunnafsi, Baiq Nabila