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Fun with English: Belajar Bahasa Inggris Lewat Permainan dan Aktivitas Seru untuk Siswa Sekolah Dasar di Kawasan Teluk Tomini Husain, Nurlaila; Ali, Sri Widyarti
Nanggroe: Jurnal Pengabdian Cendikia Vol 3, No 1 (2024): April
Publisher : Yayasan Daarul Huda Kruengmane

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.11114624

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English language learning for students often faces challenges in the form of less attractive and monotonous teaching methods, leading to low interest and motivation to learn. The community service activity, "Learning English Through Games and Fun Activities" at SD Negeri 2 Kabila Bone aimed to create an interactive and enjoyable learning environment through the "learning while playing" approach. The implementation method involved games, interactive activities, and demonstrations to increase students' active participation in practicing English language skills. The results showed a significant increase in students' enthusiasm, motivation, and English language abilities, in line with theories on the benefits of games in language learning. Positive impacts were seen in academic and non-academic aspects such as self-confidence. Teachers and school authorities appreciated this approach as an innovation in facing the challenges of English language learning in the globalization era. The output obtained is a plan for the sustainability of similar programs by expanding the scope, developing materials, and increasing collaboration to make a greater contribution to improving the quality of education and English language proficiency.
Peningkatan Penguasaan Kosakata Bahasa Inggris Siswa Sekolah Dasar Melalui Penggunaan Kamus Bergambar Mamu, Rahmawaty; Husain, Nurlaila
Nanggroe: Jurnal Pengabdian Cendikia Vol 3, No 1 (2024): April
Publisher : Yayasan Daarul Huda Kruengmane

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.11120513

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This community service aims to improve the English vocabulary mastery of elementary school students at Madrasah Ibtidaiyah Muhammadiyah (MIM) in Gorontalo City through the use of pictorial dictionaries. The implementation method consists of several stages, including needs analysis, pictorial dictionary compilation, implementation in learning, and evaluation. The results of this service show a significant increase in students' vocabulary mastery after using the pictorial dictionary. Observations and interviews with teachers also show an increase in students' motivation and enthusiasm in learning. This success is due to the use of images that help students understand vocabulary in a meaningful context and active student involvement in learning. The impact of this service is not only limited to increasing vocabulary mastery but also in developing innovative learning media. The compiled pictorial dictionary can become a reference for other schools, and the methods used can inspire improving the quality of English language education and other fields.
Gamifikasi Dalam Pembelajaran Bahasa Inggris Untuk Meningkatkan Kompetensi Siswa Kau, Magvirah El Walidayni; Helena Badu; Fahria Malabar; Sri Widyarti Ali; Nurlaila Husain; Indri Wirahmi Bay; Irmawaty Umar
JURNAL ABDIMAS MADUMA Vol. 4 No. 3 (2025): Oktober, 2025
Publisher : English Lecturers and Teachers Association (ELTA)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52622/jam.v4i3.537

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Kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini dilaksanakan di SMP Negeri 3 Satu Atap Kabila Bone, Kabupaten Bone Bolango, Provinsi Gorontalo, dengan latar belakang rendahnya minat dan motivasi siswa dalam belajar bahasa Inggris serta pelaksanaan English Club yang belum optimal.  Kegiatan ini merupakan tahap awal dari rangkaian program pengabdian yang diawali dengan observasi untuk memotret kondisi awal siswa dan mengukur perubahan motivasi serta keterampilan berbahasa Inggris mereka setelah intervensi dilakukan. Tujuan kegiatan adalah meningkatkan keterampilan berbahasa Inggris siswa, khususnya kemampuan berbicara dan menulis, serta membekali guru dengan keterampilan merancang dan mengelola pembelajaran berbasis gamifikasi agar English Club dapat berjalan lebih komunikatif, kreatif, dan menyenangkan. Metode pelaksanaan kegiatan dilakukan melalui tahap persiapan, pelatihan guru, implementasi program English Club berbasis gamifikasi, serta monitoring dan evaluasi. Hasil kegiatan menunjukkan bahwa siswa mulai aktif, percaya diri, dan antusias dalam mengikuti English Club, sedangkan guru memperoleh pengetahuan dan keterampilan baru dalam menerapkan strategi gamifikasi. Pihak sekolah juga menyambut baik kegiatan ini dan menyatakan komitmen untuk melanjutkan tahapan berikut dari kegiatan pengabdian ini. Kesimpulannya, kegiatan pengabdian ini meningkatkan kualitas pembelajaran bahasa Inggris melalui pembelajaran di English club dan memperkuat kapasitas guru dalam merancang pembelajaran inovatif, serta menghasilkan model kegiatan ekstrakurikuler yang berpotensi berkelanjutan di sekolah mitra. Kata Kunci : Pengabdian Masyarakat; gamifikasi; klub Bahasa Inggris
Listening Anxiety among English Foreign Language Students in the English Language Education Study Program at Universitas Negeri Gorontalo Wantogia, Widya Agustina; Bay, Indri Wirahmi; Husain, Nurlaila
LinguaScopes: International Journal of Language Education Vol. 2 No. 2 (2025): LinguaScopes: International Journal of Language Education
Publisher : Madiha Press

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This study aims to identify the levels of listening anxiety experienced by fourth-semester students from the 2023 cohort of the English Language Education Study Program at the Faculty of Letters and Culture, Universitas Negeri Gorontalo. The primary focus of this research is to classify students' listening anxiety into three categories: low, moderate, and high, particularly in academic listening contexts. Listening skills are crucial in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learning, especially at the university level, but research addressing listening anxiety at Universitas Negeri Gorontalo remains limited. This study stands out as the first to examine listening anxiety within the 2023 cohort, thus offering valuable insights to fill the existing research gap. The study applies a descriptive quantitative approach using a survey method. The research instrument used is a 33-item questionnaire adapted from the Foreign Language Listening Anxiety Scale (FLLAS) developed by Kim (2000), rated on a five-point Likert scale. The total population consisted of 131 students, with 110 students completing the questionnaire and included in the final sample. Data were collected online via Google Forms to facilitate distribution and participation. The analysis employed descriptive statistical techniques to calculate frequencies and percentages for each anxiety category. The results indicate that most students fall into the moderate to high anxiety categories. These findings offer a comprehensive understanding of listening anxiety among EFL students at Universitas Negeri Gorontalo and are expected to serve as a reference for future research while aiding lecturers in recognizing students’ affective conditions in English language learning.
Implementasi "Fun English Corner" Berbasis Lagu dan Gerak untuk Pengenalan Kosakata Profesi pada Siswa Sekolah Dasar Husain, Nurlaila; Ali, Sri Widyarti
JURNAL AKADEMIK PENGABDIAN MASYARAKAT Vol. 4 No. 1 (2026): Januari
Publisher : CV. KAMPUS AKADEMIK PUBLISING

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61722/japm.v4i1.7600

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Program pengabdian masyarakat ini bertujuan untuk memperkenalkan dan meningkatkan kosakata bahasa Inggris bertema profesi pada siswa kelas V SDN 22 Dungingi Kota Gorontalo, melalui pendekatan pembelajaran aktif dan menyenangkan. Metode pelaksanaan menggunakan model “Fun English Corner” yang terstruktur dengan mengintegrasikan tiga strategi utama: lagu tematik, gerakan Total Physical Response (TPR) yang mensimulasikan profesi, serta permainan interaktif seperti bermain peran dan tebak gerakan. Program dilaksanakan dalam tiga sesi dengan pendekatan monitoring dan evaluasi partisipatif melalui observasi dan asesmen sederhana pra-pasca. Hasil implementasi menunjukkan peningkatan signifikan pada partisipasi aktif siswa, dari 60% pada sesi pertama menjadi 85% pada sesi berikutnya. Penguasaan kosakata yang diukur melalui aktivitas “Point & Say” menunjukkan peningkatan dari rata-rata pengenalan 3 dari 8 kata (37,5%) menjadi 6,5 dari 8 kata (81,25%). Program berhasil menghasilkan luaran konkret berupa modul ajar siap pakai “Fun English Corner: Professions for Grade 5”, paket media pembelajaran fisik dan digital (flashcard, gesture card, audio lagu), serta bahan dokumentasi. Temuan ini mengonfirmasi bahwa pendekatan pembelajaran multisensori yang memadukan lagu, gerak, dan permainan efektif memfasilitasi akuisisi kosakata, meningkatkan motivasi, dan menciptakan lingkungan belajar yang positif bagi siswa kelas tinggi sekolah dasar.
Evaluating the Implementation of English Language Teaching in Higher Education Based on Students’ Perceptions Husain, Nurlaila
Jurnal Riksa Cendikia Nusantara Vol. 1 No. 4 (2025): Riksa Cendikia Nusantara-Desember 2025
Publisher : Jurnal Riksa Cendikia Nusantara

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18619080

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This study aims to evaluate the implementation of English language teaching in higher education based on students’ perceptions by integrating instructional interactivity, clarity of instruction, feedback quality, and learning barriers within a unified analytical framework. A descriptive quantitative approach was employed, involving 40 fifth-semester students in the 2025–2026 academic year. Data were collected through a Likert-scale questionnaire and analyzed using descriptive statistics, including mean scores, standard deviations, and agreement percentages. The findings indicate that students generally perceive the instructional structure and feedback practices positively, reflecting the application of constructive alignment principles, Communicative Language Teaching (CLT), and formative assessment. However, the consistency of interactive teaching practices and transparency in assessment still require further strengthening. Infrastructure limitations and restricted access to learning technology emerged as the primary barriers. These findings suggest that improving the quality of English language teaching requires a holistic approach that integrates sound instructional design, reflective assessment practices, and adequate institutional support systems.
An Analysis of the Implementation of English for Specific Purposes (ESP) in Vocational High Schools: A Case Study of the Visual Communication Design Program at SMK Negeri 2 Gorontalo Husain, Nurlaila
Jurnal Riksa Cendikia Nusantara Vol. 2 No. 1 (2026): Riksa Cendikia Nusantara - Januari 2026
Publisher : Jurnal Riksa Cendikia Nusantara

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18691631

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This study aims to analyze the implementation of English for Specific Purposes (ESP) in English instruction within the Visual Communication Design (DKV) program at SMK Negeri 2 Gorontalo. The research employed a qualitative approach with a case study design to explore the extent to which classroom practices align with ESP principles, particularly in terms of needs analysis, materials development, and assessment. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews with one English teacher, classroom observations, and document analysis. The findings reveal that instruction has begun to reflect contextual ESP principles through the integration of digital design projects and vocabulary relevant to the students’ field of study. However, the implementation remains adaptive in nature and is not yet grounded in a systematic and formal needs analysis. Gaps were also identified in the reinforcement of technical vocabulary, pronunciation development, and performance-based assessment. The study underscores the importance of industry-oriented needs analysis and authentic evaluation strategies to strengthen ESP implementation in vocational education.
The Use of Skill Academy by Ruang Guru In Improving Elesp Students’ Toefl Scores In Listening Section Y, Yolanda; Ibrahim, Moh. Syahrun; Badu, Helena; Otoluwa, Moon H.; Husain, Nurlaila
Socius: Jurnal Penelitian Ilmu-Ilmu Sosial Vol 3, No 7 (2026): February 2026
Publisher : Penerbit Yayasan Daarul Huda Kruengmane

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18759394

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This study examined the effectiveness of the Skill Academy by Ruang Guru in enhancing students' listening comprehension skills for the TOEFL listening section. Using a quantitative pre-test and post-test design, 15 participants from the English Language Education Study Program underwent four sessions of TOEFL listening preparation through the Skill Academy platform. The study aimed to evaluate the platform’s impact on standardized test preparation and contribute to research on online education. A paired t-test analysis revealed a calculated value of 5.4, surpassing the table value of 2.145 at d_f = 14 and α = 0.05 (two-tailed), leading to the rejection of the null hypothesis. This indicated a significant improvement in participants' scores after the intervention. The findings suggest that Skill Academy effectively enhanced students' listening skills for the TOEFL, proving its value as an exam preparation tool. This research underscores the potential of online learning platforms in improving targeted test skills. Future studies could examine the long-term effects of such programs and compare different platforms to optimize TOEFL preparation strategies