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Improving English speaking fluency in engineering students through problem-based learning (PBL) Sadiyani, Ni Wayan; Mandang, Selvie Ratna Ivone; Somawati, Ni Putu
Journal of Language, Literature, Social and Cultural Studies Vol. 3 No. 3 (2025): November 2025
Publisher : Yayasan Mitra Persada Nusantara

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58881/jllscs.v3i3.394

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English speaking fluency is a vital communication skill for engineering students, especially in the context of increasing global collaboration and the internationalization of higher education. However, many engineering students face persistent challenges in oral communication due to a lack of confidence, limited exposure to authentic speaking environments, and traditional language teaching methods that prioritize passive learning. This study explores the effectiveness of Problem-Based Learning (PBL) as an instructional approach to enhance English speaking fluency among engineering students. PBL is rooted in constructivist learning theory and emphasizes collaborative, learner-centered activities that simulate real-world problem-solving scenarios. Through a quasi-experimental research design, two groups of engineering students at a public university in Indonesia were observed over one academic semester. The experimental group engaged in PBL-driven English speaking sessions, while the control group received conventional speaking instruction. Pre- and post-intervention assessments, alongside qualitative data from classroom observations and student reflections, were analyzed to measure improvements in fluency, coherence, and language complexity. The results revealed that the PBL group demonstrated significantly higher gains in speaking fluency compared to the control group. Moreover, students reported increased motivation, reduced speaking anxiety, and greater engagement in communicative tasks. These findings suggest that integrating PBL into English for Specific Purposes (ESP) instruction can provide engineering students with meaningful opportunities to practice language in contextually rich and cognitively engaging environments. This research contributes to the growing body of literature on innovative pedagogy in language education and offers practical implications for curriculum designers, language instructors, and policymakers aiming to improve communicative competence in STEM fields. Future studies are recommended to examine long-term impacts and scalability across diverse educational settings.
PERAN PENGUASAAN BAHASA AKADEMIK DALAM MENINGKATKAN PRESTASI BELAJAR AKUNTANSI Sadiyani, NI Wayan; Fazalani, Runi
Pendas : Jurnal Ilmiah Pendidikan Dasar Vol. 11 No. 01 (2026): Volume 11 No. 01 Maret 2026
Publisher : Program Studi Pendidikan Guru Sekolah Dasar FKIP Universitas Pasundan

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23969/jp.v11i01.40299

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This study aims to describe the level of academic language mastery and learning achievement of accounting students and to analyze the role of academic language mastery in improving students’ learning achievement. This research employed a quantitative approach with a descriptive correlational design. The population consisted of students of the Accounting Department at Politeknik Negeri Bali, with samples selected using simple random sampling. Data on academic language mastery were collected using a Likert-scale questionnaire, while learning achievement data were obtained from students’ Grade Point Average (GPA) records. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and simple linear regression analysis. The results show that the mean score of students’ academic language mastery was 78.45 with a standard deviation of 6.21, which falls into the high category. Students’ learning achievement had a mean GPA of 3.42 with a standard deviation of 0.31, categorized as good. The regression analysis indicates that academic language mastery has a significant role in improving learning achievement, with a significance value of 0.000 (< 0.05) and a contribution of 31.6%. These findings indicate that academic language mastery is an important factor in supporting accounting students’ academic achievement.