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LISTENING COMPREHENSION PROBLEMS AMONG EFL VOCATIONAL SCHOOL STUDENTS Nurhandayani S.; Eliza Nur Fadila; Zuhad Ahmad
ELLTER Journal Vol. 1 No. 1 (2020): ELLTER JOURNAL
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Prof. DR. Hamka (UHAMKA Press)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22236/ellter-j.v1i1.4907

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Listening to a conversation, dialogue, or a story in foreign language is an activity which needs effort to understand the content. There are several aspects that should be considered to do accordingly. This research investigated the main problems of listening comprehension in English as a foreign language faced by vocational high school students. Thirty students of the first grade participated in the research. The quantitative descriptive and qualitative methodologies were applied in this study with questionnaires and interviews used as instruments for collecting data. The findings show that the foremost problems of understanding the spoken text are the unfamiliar accents and topics. The other problems also have contribution to the students’ comprehension. They are noises, poor quality equipment, long spoken text, and the high speed of delivery. The findings of this study is expected to provide valuable information for English teachers regarding the listening difficulties faced by English as a foreign language students, which enable them to help students to improve their listening skills.
Strategi Pelatihan Luring dalam Menyiapkan Kepemimpinan Calon Kepala Sekolah Dasar Profesional: Pengabdian Zuhad Ahmad; Hamzah Puadi Ilyas
Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat dan Riset Pendidikan Vol. 3 No. 4 (2025): Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat dan Riset Pendidikan Volume 3 Nomor 4 (April 2025
Publisher : Lembaga Penelitian dan Pengabdian Masyarakat

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/jerkin.v3i4.1462

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This community service initiative aims to enhance the competencies of prospective elementary school principals through offline-based training. The program targeted 20 prospective principals from Simalungun Regency, North Sumatra, who had no prior leadership experience in schools. Conducted over the span of one week, the training utilized lectures, discussions, group work, and case studies. The core training materials covered character education, school managerial skills, coaching for teachers and staff supervision, and entrepreneurial development. Evaluation methods included pre-tests, post-tests, and participant satisfaction questionnaires. The results demonstrated a significant improvement in participants' understanding and readiness to assume the role of school principals. Participants’ average scores increased by 35%, and satisfaction levels reached 92%. This training bridged the gap between participants’ initial preparedness and the professional demands of school leadership. The offline and context-based learning approach proved effective in fostering applicable leadership skills. Moreover, the program reinforced collaboration between universities and local governments in preparing reflective and professional educational leaders for elementary schools.
English Students’ Perceptions of the Use of Social Media in English Language Learning Amalia, Nissa; Zuhad Ahmad
JADEs Journal of Academia in English Education Vol 6 No 1 (2025): JADEs Journal of Academia in English Education
Publisher : Tadris Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris IAIN Langsa

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32505/jades.v6i1.11338

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The objective of this research is to explore the perceptions of students majoring in English Education at Universitas Muhammadiyah Prof. Dr. Hamka towards the use of social media in English language learning. Using a descriptive qualitative method, this research involved 40 final semester students who actively use social media as a learning tool. The results showed that social media, such as YouTube and TikTok, contributed significantly to improving students' English skills, especially in the aspects of listening and reading. The study concludes that social media has great potential as an effective English language learning tool, provided that these challenges can be overcome through structured strategies. The findings provide insights for educators in integrating social media into the curriculum to create a more dynamic and responsive learning environment.