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ANALYZING POLITENESS STRATEGIES IN ONLINE LEARNING INTERACTIONS AMONG ENGLISH EDUCATION STUDENTS Nurmayana; Fatin Nadifa Tarigan; Linda Astuti Rangkuti; Nurhalimah
Esteem Journal of English Education Study Programme Vol. 8 No. 2 (2025): Esteem Journal of English Education Study Programme
Publisher : Universitas PGRI Palembang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31851/esteem.v8i2.19562

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This research investigates the types and frequency of politeness strategies employed by English Education students during online academic interactions via WhatsApp, with a particular emphasis on how students uphold politeness and demonstrate respect toward lecturers within a virtual learning environment. Utilizing a descriptive qualitative approach, the study analyzed 200 utterances derived from constructed chat transcripts. The data were examined through the lens of Brown and Levinson’s (1987) politeness theory, encompassing positive politeness, negative politeness, bald on record, and off record strategies. Findings indicate that positive politeness strategies predominated (57.5%), followed by negative politeness strategies (30%), with bald on record and off record approaches appearing less frequently. This distribution highlights the students’ pragmatic awareness and the influence of cultural norms in sustaining courteous academic discourse. The study contributes to the fields of linguistics, pragmatics, and English language education by offering insights into students’ digital communicative behavior. It also informs educators and teacher preparation programs about the pragmatic competencies necessary for professional interaction in online academic spaces. The novelty of the study lies in its focus on the simulated digital exchanges of English Education students, bridging theoretical pragmatics with pedagogical application, and enriching the discourse on digital pragmatics within the Indonesian higher education landscape.
Theme and Thematic Progression in EFL Students’ Writing: A Systemic Functional Linguistics Analysis Tarigan, Fatin Nadifa; Zahiri, Arsi
SALTeL Journal (Southeast Asia Language Teaching and Learning) Vol. 8 No. 1: January 2025
Publisher : Association of Language Teachers in Southeast Asia (ALTSA)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35307/saltel.v8i1.131

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A key component of writing that seamlessly integrates into language events is the use of theme and thematic progression. Observing themes is valuable for identifying the writing challenges faced by English learners, while incorporating thematic progression into writing lessons can help students achieve greater coherence in their texts. The present study aims to investigate the dominant patterns of theme and thematic progression in the writing of EFL college students at Universitas Pembinaan Masyarakat Indonesia (UPMI), Medan. A qualitative approach was employed since the study primarily focuses on descriptive elaborations of students’ writing assignments. Data were collected through purposive sampling, involving twenty-one undergraduate students from the Faculty of Teacher Training and Education (FKIP) at UPMI who were enrolled in academic writing classes. Both classroom observations and semi-structured interviews served as the instruments for data collection. Data analysis consisted of several stages. First, the students’ pre-writing assignments were reviewed and categorized into three levels: low, middle, and high achievers. These texts were then analyzed using the framework of Systemic Functional Linguistics (SFL), particularly the theory of theme systems and thematic progression. Subsequently, the students’ post-writing assignments were examined and compared within the same categorization. The findings reveal a significant relationship between students’ writing performance and the application of the SFL framework. High- and middle-achieving students demonstrated the ability to construct coherent messages within clauses, effectively employing theme systems and thematic progression to produce larger texts characterized by cohesion and coherence. This suggests that explicit attention to thematic progression in writing pedagogy can play a crucial role in improving the academic writing skills of EFL learners, particularly in the Indonesian higher education context.
An Investigation into Academic Vocabulary Difficulties in Speaking of EFL University Students in the English Education Program Jidah, Assa; Tarigan, Fatin Nadifa
SALTeL Journal (Southeast Asia Language Teaching and Learning) Vol. 8 No. 1: January 2025
Publisher : Association of Language Teachers in Southeast Asia (ALTSA)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35307/saltel.v8i1.155

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This study investigates the difficulties faced by EFL university students in using academic vocabulary during speaking tasks. Conducted with undergraduate students of the English Education Program at Universitas Pembinaan Masyarakat Indonesia, the research employed speaking tasks, questionnaires, and interviews to collect data. Thematic analysis and descriptive statistics were used to examine students’ productive use of academic vocabulary, focusing on collocations, pronunciation, lexical range, and confidence. The findings revealed that remembering and applying collocations (72%) and pronouncing academic terms (65%) were the most common problems. More than half of the students also reported low confidence (58%) and limited lexical knowledge (50%), with only a small proportion (15%) expressing overall confidence in their academic vocabulary use. These results highlight a persistent gap between receptive and productive knowledge, as students often recognized academic vocabulary in texts but struggled to apply it in oral communication. The study concludes that targeted pedagogical strategies, including explicit collocation practice, pronunciation support, and confidence-building activities, are needed to strengthen students’ academic oral proficiency and prepare them for academic and professional contexts.
Fostering University Students™ Attitude toward Utilization of E-Learning Tarigan, Fatin Nadifa
Journal of Community Research and Service Vol. 5 No. 2: July 2021
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Medan

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24114/jcrs.v5i2.26127

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Education is vital in any type of society for the conservation of lives. The existence of education is closely related to the contribution of technology. The growing influences of technologies on all aspects of life require the education sector to follow and adopt technology in its systems. One of them is online learning. This study explores the students™ attitude towards the utilization of e-learning in Universitas Pembinaan Masyarakat Indonesia students especially in Teacher Training and Education Faculty with two study programs namely English Education Study Program and Physical Education, Health and Recreation Study Program. By knowing their attitude then their learning can be fostered by training flipped classroom learning.  The data collection method used was questionnaire distributed to all students of Teacher Training and Education Faculty batch of 2019 by purposive sampling. The findings reveal that technology-related factors (ease of use, speed accessibility and service delivery), internal factors (attitudes of the users) and teacher factors influence the students™attitude toward the use of e-learning. By providing the training, the students increased their motivation and academic performance in online learning. The study could provide the opportunity of assisting the students to use e-learning facilities regularly.
Socialization of Application Digital Media for Hybrid Learning Tarigan, Fatin Nadifa; Nasution, Alwi Fahruzy; Hidayati, Taufika; Priono, Joko; Siregar, Epi Supriyani
Journal of Community Research and Service Vol. 6 No. 1: January 2022
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Medan

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24114/jcrs.v6i1.32984

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The unstable condition of Covid-19 pandemic caused teachers be innovative in combining both online learning and face to face learning. Nevertheless, the application of digital media during hybrid learning is still a big issue for teachers in SD Adhyaksa, Medan City, North Sumatra Province. In consequence, it is necessary to hold community service by means of socialization of application digital media for hybrid learning. This service aims to socialize and offer training related to the use of online study through Google Classroom and Google Form to teachers and employees at Elementary School. The methods used to carry out this service activity were lecturing method and direct practice. It started from providing material introduction and direct practice of using Google Classroom and Google Form for teachers. With a variety of features it has, Google Classroom can be used to demonstrate or visualize concept of lessons with no face to face needed. From this service activity the teachers who tried Google Classroom and Google Form got good results. They understood how to apply digital media either in online learning or in offline learning. After getting materials and practices for applying digital media, Google Classroom and Google Form, teachers are accustomed to use these online media for hybrid learning.
Socialization of Integrative Thematic Model: Sports Education in Learning English Vocabulary Nasution, Alwi Fahruzy; Parinduri, Ramadha Yanti; Hasibuan, Siti Aminah; Tarigan, Fatin Nadifa; Ismayani, Ismayani
Journal of Community Research and Service Vol. 7 No. 2: July 2023
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Medan

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24114/jcrs.v7i2.47461

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The right learning model is one of the keys to success in learning. The integrative thematic learning model is a model that combines two subjects where in this service activity was carried out the preparation of physical subjects for language teaching, especially foreign languages such as English. This service activity was carried out with the aim of introducing an integrative thematic learning model of physical education in learning English vocabulary so that students can improve their mastery of the language. Located at SD Adhyaksa Medan as an activity partner, assisting in learning English through sports education. The participants in this activity were students who were at the elementary level and carried out using an integrative thematic learning model. Before and after the implementation of the activity, interviews were conducted and the results showed an increase in the participants' interest in learning English vocabulary after being combined with physical activity. Furthermore, the results of the evaluation include the expectation that teachers can develop this learning model in other subjects for variations in teaching.
PUBLIC SPEAKING LEARNING ASSISTANCE TO INCREASE STUDENTS' CONFIDENCE Tarigan, Fatin Nadifa; Nasution, Alwi Fahruzy; Hasibuan, Siti Aminah; Nurmayana, Nurmayana; Siregar, Epi Supriyani
Journal of Community Research and Service Vol. 8 No. 2: July 2024
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Medan

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24114/jcrs.v8i2.55437

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Public speaking is a skill that everyone, including students, should have to increase their self-confidence. Public speaking cannot be avoided since basically humans often have to do it with various purposes. However, many students feel unable to speak in public because they lack confidence, don't master the material, or don't understand how to do it. This community service activity aims to do learning assistance for public speaking to increase the self-confidence of students at Gajah Mada Middle School, Medan. The methods used were direct lecturer, simulations and interactive discussions regarding the basics of public speaking, effective and good communication techniques, and various tips for developing yourself, especially in terms of public speaking. During the learning assistance, participants received basic material and public speaking techniques as well as direct practice. Meanwhile, the research used qualitative method for collecting data. As for the research results, the community service recommends the following: 1) Add extra hours to improve students™ English speaking, 2) Add contest that can motivate students to increase their confidence in public speaking, especially in English language.