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The Development of Pre-Service Teacher’s Professional Competence in Teaching English at Kendari, Southeast Sulawesi Saputro, Ahmad Bowo; Sakhiyya, Zulfa; Mujiyanto, Januarius
English Education Journal Vol 13 No 3 (2023): September 2023
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Semarang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/eej.v13i3.78155

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Teaching English as a second language requires pre-service educators to possess a diverse skill set and adapt to evolving teaching methodologies and language acquisition theories. Therefore, it is crucial to investigate the factors that contribute to the development of pre-service English teachers' professional competence to ensure their readiness to enter the teaching profession. This study aims to investigate the factors contributing to the development of pre-service English teachers' professional competence in teaching English, addressing the lack of research in this area. More specifically, it aims to explore the challenges faced by pre-service teachers in developing their professional competence, identify areas where current teacher education programs may fall short, and provide practical recommendations for pre-service teacher training programs. This study employs a descriptive qualitative research method by involving five pre-service English teachers participating in a School Teaching Practice Program. To gather the data, this research uses a reflection section and then analyzedcategorized. The findings highlight the significance of active learning experiences, such as fieldwork and classroom practice, in fostering the development of professional competence among pre-service teachers. Additionally, the study emphasizes the need for pre-service teachers to be adequately prepared to meet the evolving needs of English language learners, especially in the context of changing teaching methodologies and advancements in educational technology.
Enhancing Teacher-Students Interaction in Urban and Rural Schools in Pekalongan Handayani, Indah; Zulfa Sakhiyya; Abdurrahman Faridi
English Education Journal Vol. 13 No. 4 (2023): December 2023
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/2162cv23

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Urban and rural contexts often present different challenges and dynamics in education. There is a gap in terms of infrastructure, resources, teacher training and student backgrounds between urban and rural schools. The research focuses on understanding the differences and similarities in teacher-student interactions between urban and rural schools in Pekalongan, Indonesia. The research uses a qualitative approach and employs the SETT framework proposed by Walsh (2006) for data analysis. Two schools, one from an urban setting and another from a rural setting in Pekalongan, were selected as the research settings. The findings indicate that all four classroom modes (managerial, material, skill and system, and classroom context) are present in both urban and rural school lesson. Teachers in both settings engage in various interactional features. However, the use of interactional features in urban school needs to be improve to enhance student engagement. The study's significance lies in providing valuable insights for educators, policymakers, and curriculum developers in Pekalongan and similar settings. It highlights the importance of teacher-student interactions in improving English language learning experiences and outcomes for students. By addressing the disparities in education quality between urban and rural contexts, this research can contribute to enhancing the overall quality of education in both settings. In summary, this research sheds light on the crucial role of teacher-student interactions in urban and rural schools, offering a pathway to address educational disparities and improve learning experiences for students in Pekalongan and similar environments.
Exploring Reading – Viewing Element in the Learning Outcomes of Emancipated Learning Curriculum Implemented in English Textbook of VII Grade Junior High School Pangestika, Anindya; Zulfa Sakhiyya; Dwi Rukmini
English Education Journal Vol. 13 No. 4 (2023): December 2023
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/3hy1wr60

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This study explores the reading–viewing element in the learning outcomes of the Emancipated Learning curriculum in the English textbook of VII grade Junior High School. Among the three elements mentioned in the learning outcomes, the reading-viewing element is used as the focus of this research. The data were gathered through an instrument that was developed based on The Decree of the Head of the Education Standard, Curriculum, and Assessment Agency, Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology Number 008/KR/2022 About Learning Outcomes (Capaian Pembelajaran). This qualitative research employs a textbook analysis (Graves & Graves, 2003) as the research design. The data was processed and interpreted qualitatively through the following stages: content analysis, critical review, summarizing the findings, drawing conclusions, and providing recommendations. The findings of this study reveal that the reading – viewing element of the Emancipated Learning curriculum is implemented completely in the English textbook of VII grade Junior High School. The outcome is integrated into the activities and assessments. Therefore, the activities in the textbook related to the reading – viewing element are relevant to the learning outcomes.
Students' Difficulties in Writing Literature Review Section of Postgraduate Students of Two State Universities in West Java Satriani, Intan; Sakhiyya, Zulfa; Widhiyanto, Widhiyanto; Bahri, Seful
The Proceedings of English Language Teaching, Literature, and Translation (ELTLT) Vol. 13 (2024)
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It takes a lot of work to write an effective thesis in an academic context in order to graduate. Writing a thesis is a unique genre with its own rules, guidelines, and conventions. In the case of graduate and master degree students, they are not only have to meet the requirements of this genre, but also the language used which different with their first language, in this case is English. Therefore, this study aimed at analyzing difficulties in writing literature review sections of English major master’s thesis written by Indonesian EFL learners. This study applied qualitative descriptive as research method with six interviewees. The results of this study found that there were five difficulties. The difficulties were deciding subtopic of literature review section, finding relevant and reputable journal that support the research, synthesizing skill in completing literature review, formulating pattern or move in writing literature review section, and constructing argument and knowing the function of literature review. Addressing these difficulties requires following actions. They are enhancing training in research methods, better access to academic resources, and providing a guidance book especially in writing literature review.
Retrospective Evaluation of Tourism Vocational School English Textbooks: Student Needs vs Curriculum Demands Wedhanti, Nyoman Karina; Yuliasri, Issy; Pratama, Hendi; Sakhiyya, Zulfa
The Proceedings of English Language Teaching, Literature, and Translation (ELTLT) Vol. 13 (2024)
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The tourism industry requires every worker to have proficient English skills appropriate to their position. However, until now, tourism industry stakeholders still question the low communicative skills of tourism vocational school graduates in English. The study aims to critically evaluate the English language teaching materials used in tourism vocational high schools to analyze their suitability to student needs and the demands of the tourism industry. Using a retrospective evaluation methodology, data was carefully collected through documentation and interviews. Documentation is carried out to collect teaching materials used by schools, while interviews collect data regarding teachers' perceptions of these teaching materials. Qualitative data analysis was carried out using an interactive data analysis model. This research shows that although the material provided aligns with the national curriculum and focuses on everyday English communicative skills, the material still does not meet the particular needs of students preparing themselves for a career in the tourism sector. Teachers are aware of the significant gap between the general English skills taught and the specific English required of students. This study provides a basis for revising teaching materials to bridge this gap and ensure that they meet both general educational goals and the specific communicative demands of the tourism industry.
Empowering Future Leaders through Literacy: A Comprehensive Workshop for Elementary School Educators Farida, Alief Noor; Sakhiyya, Zulfa; Kalisa, Pasca; Saraswati, Girindra Putri Dewi; Yuliasri, Issy
Jurnal Abdimas Vol. 28 No. 1 (2024): June 2024
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Building students’ literacy skills needs to be done as early as possible. Elementary school students are at the perfect age of getting much exposure to literacy. Therefore, teachers need to be able to do some activities in the classrooms that build literacy skills. However, not all teachers know and apply the teaching techniques proposed by the Ministry of Education and Culture in school literacy movement. This community service aimed to address the needs of elementary school teachers, members of Bawana Alit group, in Tembalang, Semarang, on literacy teaching techniques. The goal was to empower these members with practical skills in implementing literacy teaching techniques in their classroom, depending on their students’ literacy levels. This workshop involved some stages, including preparation and implementation. The participants now have more effective literacy teaching strategies to be applied in their classrooms.
Co-Authors Abdurrachman Faridi Abdurrachman Faridi Abdurrahman Faridi Agustien, Helena I.R. Ainur Rosyidah Azmie Putry Alief Noor Farida Amalia Rosaline Angga Pratama Armadi Putra astuti, lidiana Aulia Khoirunnisa Ayu Jeanretno Tiara Putri Didit Kurniadi Dwi Herwindha Mahanani Dwi Rukmini Eko Heriyanto Endang Susilowati Faridi, Abdurrachman Frimadhona Syafri Frimadhona Syafri Fujiono, Fujiono Girindra Putri Dewi Saraswati, Girindra Putri Dewi Hajar Munawaroh Handayani, Indah Hartono Hartono Hartono, Rudi Harunika, Arian Pramesta Hendi Pratama Hendrawaty, Nurmala Henrikus Joko Yulianto Husna, Fanni Hanifah Hustarna . Intan Satriani Issy Yuliasri Jajang Nooralam Januarius Mujiyanto Januarius Mujiyanto, Januarius Jarwanto Jarwanto Kurniawan Yudhi Nugroho, Kurniawan Yudhi Lita Liviani Taopan Manuhutu, Natalia Maria Kartika Primaquinna Sejati Maskanah Mohammad Lotfie Maulida, Nabiela Moore, Leslie Mufidah, Nur Muhammad Luthfi Mursid Saleh Mursid Saleh Mursid Saleh Natalia Manuhutu Natalia Manuhutu Nisa, Wihdatun Novia Trisanti Nyoman Karina Wedhanti Pangestika, Anindya Pasca Kalisa Perwari Melati Akmilia Puji Astuti Ratih Inayah, Ratih Rika Setyawati Riski, Riski Risma Putri Windani Rudi Hartono Rudi Hartono Saputro, Ahmad Bowo Saqifanty, Awanda Bramantika Sari, Riski Norita Seftika Seftika Seftika Seftika Seful Bahri Sembiring, Shafa Salsabila Sri Wahyuni Sri Wahyuni Sri Wuli Fitriati Sumartono , Sumartono Suwandi Suwandi Syamsul Arifin Utama, Afrian Restu Voorsmit, Stanley Chris W, Widhiyanto Wahyuni , Sri Wardi, Tati Widhiyanto Yuliati - Yuni Dwi Susanti