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Sunoko Setyawan
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Standard English Grammar and Professional Identity: Perceptions of EFL Students in Language Education Setyawan, Sunoko; Pramudita, Rizqi Febrian; Astuti, Yuni
New Language Dimensions Vol. 6 No. 1 (2025): New Language Dimension, June 2025
Publisher : English Department, Universitas Negeri Surabaya

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The demand for formal English proficiency both in academic and professional environments highlights the critical role of Standard English Grammar in building effective communication and professional identity. This study investigates how EFL students in a university’s English Language Education Study Program perceive the importance of standard grammar in professional contexts. Employing a descriptive qualitative approach, data were collected from first-semester undergraduate EFL students (N=40) through a structured questionnaire and semi-structured interviews. The questionnaire combined Likert-scale items with open-ended questions, while the interviews provided deeper insights into students’ experiences and expectations regarding the teaching of grammar in their classroom. Findings show that the majority of students recognize standard grammar as essential for maintaining credibility and professionalism, especially in tasks such as academic writing, formal email correspondence, job interviews, and public speaking. However, a significant gap exists between students’ awareness of the importance of grammatical aspect and their ability to apply it effectively in real-world contexts. The analysis also identifies students’ concerns about the de-contextualized nature of grammar instruction and their preference for contextual, task-based learning approaches that simulate professional communication. The study underscores the need to align Grammar curricula with professional demands by embedding grammar instruction into authentic learning materials. These findings have implications for the development of EFL curriculum, emphasizing the integration of grammatical competence with professional literacy. By rethinking the grammar instruction through a contextualized lens, educators are expected to support students in constructing confident professional identities.
Exploring Students’ Perceptions on Wayground: A Next-Generation Platform for English Proficiency Test Pramudita, Rizqi Febrian; Dewangga, Vigo; Setyawan, Sunoko; Rinda, Renata Kenanga
Journal of Language, Communication, and Tourism Vol. 4 No. 1 (2025): December (in progress)
Publisher : P3M Politeknik Negeri Jember

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The dynamic application of digital learning platforms, including innovative systems like Wayground, has significantly transformed the administration of English language tests such as the English Proficiency Test (EPT). As technology becomes increasingly integrated into educational environments, digital assessment tools are no longer optional but essential for supporting efficient and standardized testing practices. This study explores students’ perceptions of Wayground, a next-generation online platform used to conduct the EPT at Politeknik Negeri Jember. Using a quantitative approach, data were gathered from 217 students across nine departments through structured questionnaires. The results indicate that most respondents appreciate Wayground for its practicality, efficiency, and engaging user interface. Although some minor technical challenges were identified, the majority of participants expressed satisfaction with both the platform’s features and its exam supervision services. Overall, Wayground is viewed as a reliable, accessible, and user-friendly platform with strong potential to enhance digital transformation in English language assessment.  The future implementations of the English Proficiency Test should continue leveraging digital platforms like Wayground while simultaneously refining test content difficulty and strengthening technical and support infrastructures to ensure a more balanced, reliable, and equitable assessment experience for all participants.  
Co-Authors Dewangga, Vigo Rinda, Renata Kenanga Rizqi Febrian Pramudita S Sudarsono Wiwiek Eko Bindarti Yuni Astuti