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Investigating Students' Perceptions Of The Utilization Of Chatgpt In Improving Writing Skills: Challenges And Strategies Amanah, Wini; Marzuki, M. Junaidi; Suherman, Andri; Maysuroh, Siti
Journal of Authentic Research Vol. 4 No. 2 (2025): December
Publisher : LITPAM

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This study discusses the challenges and strategies involved in using ChatGPT as an academic writing tool. The purpose of this study is to identify user perceptions, obstacles encountered, and strategies applied in effectively utilizing ChatGPT in the context of academic writing. This study uses a qualitative approach with data collection methods through closed questionnaires, open questionnaires, and semi-structured interviews, involving 25 participants for questionnaire completion and 3 participants for interviews. Data from closed questionnaires were analyzed using percentage calculations in Microsoft Excel, while data from open questionnaires and semi-structured interviews were analyzed using Miles and Huberman's interactive analysis model, which includes data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing stages. The results showed that most respondents had a positive view of ChatGPT as an academic writing tool (S4 = 1.56; S10 = 1.64), although their proficiency level was still in the moderate category (S1 = 1.28). The main challenges identified include over-reliance on ChatGPT, which has led to a decline in independent writing skills (S5 = 1.92), the provision of irrelevant answers (S6 = 2.48), and a decline in creativity (S9 = 2.16). In addition, respondents also highlighted the inaccuracy of references and overly general answers as additional obstacles. In terms of strategy, users attempted to verify information sources, use ChatGPT only in the early stages of writing, and maintain the originality of their writing. Overall, the results of this study show that ChatGPT can be an effective tool in supporting the academic writing process when used wisely, critically, and responsibly.
Students’ Difficulties in Stressing Four-Syllable Words: An Exploratory Study at the English Department, Hamzanwadi University Rohmi, Ni’matur; Marzuki, M. Junaidi; Agustina, Yulia; Husnu, Muhammad
PROJECT (Professional Journal of English Education) Vol. 9 No. 2 (2026): VOLUME 9 NUMBER 2, MARCH 2026
Publisher : IKIP Siliwangi

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This study aims to explore the ability and awareness of students regarding word stress, specifically on four-syllable words. The subjects of this research were eight fourth-semester students from the English Language Education study program who had completed the morphology course. The participants were randomly selected from various classes. This study employed a qualitative approach using semi-structured tests and interviews as data collection methods, conducted in person. The findings indicate that most participants have limited ability in correctly placing word stress on four-syllable words. Common errors occurred due to a lack of understanding of morphological rules, especially those related to prefixes and suffixes that influence stress placement. The participants' awareness of the importance of word stress in communication also varied; some were aware of its function, while others considered it insignificant. The study concludes that despite having received morphology instruction, students still face challenges in applying the concept of word stress practically. The implications of these findings highlight the need for a deeper focus on word stress exercises, particularly in the context of phonology and morphology, to enhance students' skills and awareness in English pronunciation.
Exploring Similarities Between AI-Generated Writing and Students’ Writing in Producing Descriptive Text at Hamzanwadi University Reswita, Firna; Nazri, M. Adib; Marzuki, M. Junaidi; Prasetyaningrum, Ari
PROJECT (Professional Journal of English Education) Vol. 9 No. 2 (2026): VOLUME 9 NUMBER 2, MARCH 2026
Publisher : IKIP Siliwangi

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This study explores the similarities between descriptive texts written by second-semester English education students at Hamzanwadi University and a text generated by ChatGPT in response to the same writing prompt. Using a qualitative descriptive method, seven student texts selected from fifteen submissions and one AI-generated text were analyzed with the IELTS Writing Band Descriptors, focusing on Task Response, Coherence and Cohesion, Lexical Resource, and Grammatical Range and Accuracy. The findings indicate that both texts shared similarities in addressing the task, maintaining coherence, using descriptive vocabulary, and applying varied sentence structures, although the AI-generated text demonstrated greater lexical variety and fewer grammatical errors. These results suggest that AI-generated writing can serve as a supplementary model for students in developing descriptive writing skills, while teacher guidance remains crucial to ensure critical and effective use of AI tools.
Self-Talk Strategy: A Qualitative Investigation in Building English Speaking Skill Usuluddin; Dwimaulani, Astrid; Mawarni, Iga Anggi; Marzuki, M. Junaidi
PROJECT (Professional Journal of English Education) Vol. 9 No. 2 (2026): VOLUME 9 NUMBER 2, MARCH 2026
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This study investigates the types of self-talk and students' perceptions of the impact of using self-talk in building their English-speaking skills. By using a qualitative descriptive approach, data were collected through questionnaires, semi-structured interviews, and observations with six second-semester students of the English language education program at Universitas Hamzanwadi. The findings reveal that students used two types of self-talk strategies to build their English-speaking skills, which are instructional self-talk and motivational self-talk. Students viewed self-talk as an effective strategy to support technical preparation for speaking, reduce anxiety, and increase self-confidence. The benefits of using self-talk include reduced anxiety and nervousness, increased confidence, motivation, fluency, and skills, as well as creating space for self-practice. Thus, it can be concluded that self-talk is proven to be a solution for regulating affective and cognitive aspects in order to build English speaking skills.