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Journal : ELLITE: Journal of English Language, Literature, and Teaching

Digital Media in English Learning For Tourism in Majene: An Applied Linguistics Study Januarti Putri, Andi Mega; Imansari, Nurul
ELLITE: Journal of English Language, Literature, and Teaching Vol. 9 No. 1 (2024): ELLITE: May
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Jember

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32528/ellite.v9i1.2533

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This study investigates the impact of digital media, particularly AI Fully-Fluent and Instagram, on enhancing Speaking skills for tourism in the English Education program at Universitas Sulawesi Barat. Recognizing the crucial role of English proficiency in maximizing tourism potential, especially in culturally rich regions like Majene, this research addresses the need to improve human resource competencies. The study employs descriptive quantitative approach from applied linguistic perspective, with a sample of 25 students selected through convenience sampling. Data collection involved tests to assess the improvement in Speaking ability after the application of digital media, paired sample t-test with SPSS was utilized in data analysis. Findings reveal positive impact of digital media, with a two-tailed significance value of less than 0.05. Comprehension showed highest improvement, followed by pronunciation, grammar, and fluency. Interactive features of AI Fully-Fluent and Instagram provide a supportive environment for students to practice English, build confidence, and engage in meaningful language use, aligning with interactionist theory in linguistics, which emphasizes the importance of interaction, feedback, and practice in linguistic acquisition. The study offers insightful perspective into the role of digital media in enhancing language learning and tourism, with implications for developing human resources and promoting Majene as tourist destination.
Equity in English Language Education in West Sulawesi: Challenges and Opportunities through the Lens of Capability Approach Imansari, Nurul; Mega Januarti Putri, Andi
ELLITE: Journal of English Language, Literature, and Teaching Vol. 9 No. 2 (2024): ELLITE: November
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Jember

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32528/ellite.v9i2.2534

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This study explores the English language learning experiences of high school students in a rural school in West Sulawesi, Indonesia, through the Capability Approach. English proficiency is vital for national development, yet students in remote areas face numerous barriers that hinder their ability to learn the language, exacerbating social inequalities. This research fills a gap in understanding how these challenges affect students' educational outcomes in underprivileged regions. Through interviews and field observations, the study reveals the significant influence of socio-economic and environmental factors on students' abilities to engage with and benefit from English instruction in rural West Sulawesi. The findings indicate that students with limited resources are disproportionately affected, significantly constraining their ability to develop essential language skills. Furthermore, the study underscores the urgent need for targeted interventions, such as improved teaching quality and increased support for rural students, to address these inequalities. By promoting educational equity and bridging the gap between urban and rural English language education, these interventions can create more equal opportunities for students, fostering broader national development.