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STUDENTS PERCEPTION ON THE USE OF TEXTBOOK FOR ENGLISH LEARNING OF SECOND YEAR STUDENTS OF AS-SHOFA JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL PEKANBARU Mulia, Ramlan; Syarfi, M.; Masyhur, Masyhur
Jurnal Online Mahasiswa (JOM) Bidang Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan Vol 11, No 1 (2024): EDISI 1 JANUARI-JUNI 2024
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Abstract: Textbooks are an essential component of the educational system because they fulfill so many functions. For students, they not only provide as the corpus of knowledge on their grade level, but they also give their learning structure and reinforcement through their organization and illustration (Miller & Berry, 1962). the use of printed books in learning, especially learning English, has several opinions. Books can help teachers explain material according to lesson plans and also help students understand the lessons which delivered by the teacher. This study is looking forward to the students of As-Shofa Junior High School perception’s towards the use of textbook for English learning. The researcher choose descriptive method as design method to collect the data from the students’ perception. The results of the questionnaireadministered to second-year students of As-Shofa Junior High School regarding the use of textbooks for English learning can be categorized as Positive Perception. Out of the total 26 respondents, the questionnaire yielded a percentage of 75.19 out of 100 available points. The highest score is observed in item number 12, addressing whether the English textbook suits students' level due to clear instructions for the grammar and vocabulary parts. This item obtained a score of 117 out of 130 points available, with a percentage of 90%. Conversely, the lowest scoreis attributed to item number 14, concerning the ease of completing exercises in the English textbook with teacher explanation. This item received a score of 53 out of 130 points available, translating to a percentage of 40.77%. This research also finds the teacher to attentively consider and integrate the feedback provided by students into their teaching practices. Hopefully they will build upon the findings to delve deeper into related areas of inquiry, expanding the knowledge base in the field of language educationKey Words: Perception, Textbook, Learning
A STUDY OF SWEAR WORDS IN GLASS ONION: A KNIVES OUT MYSTERY (2022) Razaq, Fadhil Firsan; Dahnilsyah, Dahnilsyah; Syarfi, M.
Jurnal Online Mahasiswa (JOM) Bidang Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan Vol 11, No 2 (2024): EDISI 2 JULI-DESEMBER 2024
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Abstract: This study aims to identify the types and the functions of swear words used by the characters in Rian Johnson’s movie entitled Glass Onion: A Knives out Mystery (2022). This study is conducted by using qualitative method and the findings are explained descriptively. Data were generated from the movie script, in the form of utterances, dialogues, and conversations that contain swear words. The findings revealed that the types of swear words in this movie are classified into four categories, those were epithet, profanity, obscenity and vulgarity. The results further indicates that there exist five categories of swearing based on its functions in this movie, there are cathartic swearing, emphatic swearing, abusive swearing, idiomatic swearing, and dysphemistic swearing. Afterwards, the results showed that the characters in this movie react differently to the dynamics that emerge from each conflict. Various emotions had seen throughout the scene, including astonishment, admiration, frustration, rage, regret, and others. This is what drives the characters in this movie to use various swear words as a means of expressing a range of emotions they experience while dealing with conflict in each scene. Keywords: swear word, swearing, movie
Students’ Perceptions on Using Google Classroom in Learning English at Madrasah Aliyah Hasanah Pekanbaru Nur Hidayah Siregar; Syofia Delfi; M. Syarfi
IDEAS: Journal on English Language Teaching and Learning, Linguistics and Literature Vol. 12 No. 2 (2024): IDEAS: Journal on English Language Teaching and Learning, Linguistics and Lite
Publisher : Institut Agama Islam Negeri Palopo

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The aim of this research is to find out students’ perceptions on using Google Classroom in learning English at Madrasah Aliyah Hasanah Pekanbaru. By applying the descriptive-quantitative method, the subjects of this study were all grade students of Madrasah Aliyah Hasanah Pekanbaru with the total of 76 students. The research instrument was a questionnaire adapted from previous research by Hidayat et al (2009), Shaharanee et al (2016), Astuti, T., & Indriani, L. (2020), and Salam, U. (2020). The researcher used IBM SPSS Statistics 25 to analyze the data. Findings showed that several factors influence the students' online learning process, namely, ease of access, usefulness, communication and interaction, ease of use, and satisfaction. Most students are classified into the “high” classification of perception with a total mean score of 3.87. It indicates that most students gave positive responses toward using Google Classroom in learning English. The students agreed that Google Classroom is suitable to use continuously in learning English because it is helpful and useful application, easy to use, have many interesting features and satisfied to learning English. This research implies that Google Classroom can be considered as one of the alternative learning platforms that can be used by schools during pandemic situations and other emergency situations to learn English.
The Effect of Using Video in Flipped Classroom Type on the Ability of SMAN 1 Bangkinang Students in Writing Recount Texts Ayu, Sukma Sekar; Aruan, Rumiri; Syarfi, M.
Journal of Educational Sciences Vol. 7 No. 4 (2023): Journal of Educational Sciences
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In academics, writing is a challenging skill but it is also very important to master. Based on the results of the observation at SMAN 1 Bangkinang, the writer found that students often find it difficult to write English. So this resulted in most students not being able to achieve the minimum standard of KKM in English lessons. Therefore, the use of video in flipped classroom type can be a strategy to overcome this problem. The primary aim of this pre-experimental study was to find out if there was any significant effect of using video in flipped classroom type on the ability of SMAN 1 Bangkinang students in writing recount texts. Applying a writing test consisting of pre-test and post-test in one group was used for this study. According to the findings of this study, shows that the t-test score was 6.656 while the t-table score in significance level 5% df= 23 was 2.069. Since the t-test was higher than the t-table, it can be concluded that there is a significant effect of using video in flipped classroom type on the ability of SMAN 1 Bangkinang students in writing recount texts.
A CORRELATIONAL STUDY ON THE TRANSLATION ABILITY AND WRITING SKILL AT UNIVERSITAS RIAU Pasaribu, Judika; Eliwarti; M. Syarfi
International Journal of Educational Best Practices Vol. 5 No. 1 (2021)
Publisher : Prodi Administrasi Pendidikan Program Pascasarjana Universitas Riau

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31258/ijebp.5.1.95-105

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This research intends to find out whether or not there is a correlation between students’ translation and writing ability at the English Study Program of FKIP Universitas Riau. There were 40 students from 6A class chosen as samples. The instruments were translation and writing tests. The translation test aims to measure the ability of the students in translating an Indonesian-English text. The writing test aims to measure the students’ ability in writing a descriptive essay. The data were obtained by calculating the translation and writing test results. Based on the calculation, it was found that the students have good translation and writing ability. Besides, the value of the correlation coefficient obtained was 0.521 which means that there is a positive correlation between students’ translation and writing ability. The correlation is categorized as fair correlation since the value of the correlation coefficient obtained is 0.521 which is in the range of 0.400 - 0.599. Considering the fact that there is a correlation between students’ translation and writing ability, it is suggested that the students should also concern about and improve their translation ability because it will also improve their writing skill.
STUDENTS’ VOICES OF THE IMPLEMENTATION OF ONLINE LEARNING DURING THE PANDEMIC OF COVID-19 Nabilah, Muna; Daud, Afrianto; M. Syarfi
International Journal of Educational Best Practices Vol. 6 No. 1 (2022)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31258/ijebp.6.1.108-120

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The pandemic of Covid-19 has massively switched education delivery in the world from face-to-face learning to online learning. This qualitative study aimed to investigate students’ voices of the implementation of online learning during the pandemic of Covid-19 in higher education context. There were eight students of English Study Program Universitas Riau involving in this study selected using the purposive sampling technique. Data were collected using semi-structured interviews and documentation. The participants’ voices were thematically analysed in terms of their learning participation, accessibility, material and assignment delivery of the online learning. This study found that the students view online  learning as learning experiences that bring both benefits and challenges. Students perceive online learning is a good choice to prevent the spread of coronavirus and a good time to improve their digital skills, but they were not really enthusiastic about its implementation. There are four major obstacles they faced, such as internet access, monotonous teaching method, limited interaction, and ineffective material and assignment delivery. The findings imply that online learning delivery in Indonesia still needs more improvement for better performance in the future. 
STRATEGIES IN DEALING WITH SPEAKING ANXIETY: A MIXED METHOD STUDY ON ENGLISH STUDENTS Putri, Nabilah Eka; Supriusman; M. Syarfi
International Journal of Educational Best Practices Vol. 8 No. 2 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31258/ijebp.8.2.272-290

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This study investigates strategies used by university English department students to overcome their speaking anxiety. It applied an explanatory sequential mixed method. The selected samples of the present study were 71 out of 109 population. Two main instruments used to collect the data were a questionnaire and an interview. The findings indicated that 53 students (3.74) often applied strategies to overcome their speaking anxiety. The result of the quantitative data showed that the overall mean score on the strategy applied by students to overcome speaking anxiety on positive thinking was 3.87, relaxation was 3.98, preparation was 4.05, peer seeking was 3.82, and categorized into high level respectively, while the resignation mean score was 2.99 and categorized into moderate level. Based on the interview results of 10 selected students, they applied five types of strategies above, and some students applied other strategies, such as practicing in front of the mirror and utilizing a learning tool. Since the  strategies students apply have overcome their speaking anxiety, students are recommended to implement the above strategies.
A Survey on Reading Strategies Implemented by the English Study Program Students of FKIP Universitas Riau Kurnia, Anita; Novitri, Novitri; Syarfi, M.
Journal of Educational Sciences Vol. 9 No. 3 (2025): Journal of Educational Sciences
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This study investigated the types of reading strategies applied by 5th semester students of the English Department at Riau University. The background of this study emphasizes how important good reading techniques are for academic achievement as students often do not know how to improve their comprehension. Knowing the types and frequency of reading strategies used by the students was the main objective of this study.  A total of 99 students from three classes were given questionnaires to complete as part of the descriptive-quantitative technique. With a focus on comprehension monitoring and summarizing tactics, the results showed a variety of reading strategies, including cognitive, metacognitive, and social strategies. The results show that skilled readers use a wide variety of useful techniques, which improve reading comprehension and general academic achievement.  This research helps create efficient teaching strategies and provides prospective teachers with the knowledge they need to improve reading comprehension skills. Ultimately, the study underscores the importance of fostering strategic reading among students to support their learning journey.
The Correlation Between Learning Achievement and The Level of Presence and The Intensity Attention in Following Lectures Syarfi, M.
Journal of Educational Sciences Vol. 6 No. 4 (2022): Journal of Educational Sciences
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31258/jes.6.4.p.613-624

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The on time presence of attending classroom meeting with lectures is one of the factors mostly associated with the learning achievements of students. To find out the possibility of a correlation between the two variables certainly requires scientific, in-depth and measurable studies. The population of this study is all students of the English Study Program FKIP Riau University, whose samples were taken by using quota purposive sampling technique, namely by providing them assessment of samples among the selected population (Campbell. S. et.al. 2020). This technique was used under the consideration of the limited time, energy and funds the researcher had. Quota was used to determine the number of samples, while purposive was intended to determine the subject matters whose presentation might be in the forms lectures, discussions and assignments. Randomization technique was used to determine the individuals included in involved as the subject of the study. The collected data, especially those obtained through questionnaires, were analyzed and given scores. The scores were then analyzed using a statistical analysis of abc design variance. Meanwhile, data concerning student achievement used a single or univariate change analysis with the intention of testing assumptions by using variance analysis. The results of the data analysis indicate that (1) there was no significant correlation between the learning achievement and the level of participation and the intensity of attention following the learning or lecture process (2) there was no significant correlation between students attendant rate and learning achievement.
The Perception of English Study Program Students of FKIP Universitas Riau toward Using Grammarly in Writing Essay Kusumaningrum, Amalia; Eliwarti; M. Syarfi
IDEAS: Journal on English Language Teaching and Learning, Linguistics and Literature Vol. 13 No. 1 (2025): IDEAS: Journal on English Language Teaching and Learning, Linguistics and Lite
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24256/ideas.v13i1.5095

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Grammarly is one of the famous Automated Writing Evaluation (AWE) tools used by many students. Many studies reveal that this tool can improve students' writing skills. This research aims to find out and describe the perception of English Study Program Students of FKIP Universitas Riau toward using Grammarly in writing essay. This research used quantitative methods. Questionnaires were used to collect data regarding students' perceptions of using Grammarly in Writing Essay. The research results showed that many students chose to use Grammarly because they felt it was important to get input from Grammarly, they lacked confidence in writing because Grammarly can correct mistakes in their writing. Students believed that the benefits of Grammarly can improve their writing skills, solve language problems, and encourage them to do proofreading independently. Students rated Grammarly's strengths, including correctness features to improve spelling, punctuation, and make writing interesting and varied. In addition, it helped students save time in writing corrections. On the other hand, only a few students felt that Grammarly required a stable internet connection to function properly and required additional corrections as some entries were deemed inaccurate. Students responded to these errors by constantly rechecking and ensuring their Grammar input fits the context of their writing, or they will ignore inaccurate input. Students kept using Grammarly because it helped them improve their writing despite some shortcomings. 
Co-Authors Afrianto Daud Alessandri, Sandro Ami Khairita Ramlis Annisa Arum Melati Aradila Priando Ayu, Sukma Sekar Dahnilsyah Dahnilsyah Dahnilsyah, Dahnilsyah Dwifani, Gita Rizkiya Eliwarti Eliwarti, Eliwarti Erni Erni Hadriana Hadriana Indra, Rafiq Al Jismulatif, Jismulatif Kurnia, Anita Kusumaningrum, Amalia Maqfira, Arinda Arum Masyhur Masyhur Melati, Annisa Arum Mulia, Ramlan Nabila Jannati Nabilah, Muna Novitri, Novitri Nur Hidayah Siregar Nurul Ainain Pasaribu, Judika Putri, Nabilah Eka Razaq, Fadhil Firsan Ria Syafitri Rumiri Aruan Supriusman Supriusman Supriusman Supriusman Supriusman, Supriusman Syofia Delfi