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Learning L3 English Early: A Danger to L1 Indonesian Language Acquisition? Irnanda, Septhia; Sarair, Sarair
Jurnal Dedikasi Pendidikan Vol 6, No 2 (2022): JULI 2022
Publisher : Center for Research and Community Service (LPPM) University of Abulyatama

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30601/dedikasi.v6i2.3072

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Since the future of the world is English, many countries now include English in their primary education curriculum, so language proficiency can be achieved more quickly and effectively. As two or more languages knowledge are competing linguistically in the brain, the early introduction to English means putting the other languages known by the Indonesian English language learners in a competition. On the other hand, despite its controversy, bilingualism and multilingualism, when achieved fully and proportionally, is cognitively and socially beneficial. This article reviews the potential effects of including English early in the Indonesian curriculum and the recommendation for the Indonesian’s future multilingual education and research. The discussion resulted in some important conclusions. Firstly, considering the Indonesian-English far typological distance, learning English requires some time and cognitive effort. For Indonesian bilinguals/multilingual, this means early introduction to English means higher confidence in producing the language verbally later on. During this early learning of English, the Indonesian language (and any other ethnic language that forms the speaker’s identity should also be used simultaneously to create the same purpose; a sense of belonging towards and confidence in using the language(s). In short, multilingualism that includes foreign language instruction; national and minority language use and maintainance,  should be enhanced and normalised from childhood.
The Effectiveness of Watching Movies Using English Subtitles in Teaching Vocabulary Firmansyah, Imam; Irnanda, Septhia; Yoestara, Marisa
IC-ITECHS Vol 5 No 1 (2024): IC-ITECHS
Publisher : LPPM STIKI Malang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32664/ic-itechs.v5i1.1602

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This study assesses the effectiveness of using movies with English subtitles for teaching vocabulary. Experimental research refers to a method in which one explores variables for their causing effect through manipulation and observes the impact on another variable. The present study was conducted experimentally with SMPN 1 Peukan Bada grade VIII students. The study's sample consists of 57 students divided into two classes: one, VIII 5, as an experimental class in which the movies were shown with subtitles in English, and the other, VIII 7, as a control class where the movie was presented without subtitles. Data has been collected in the form of pre-and post-tests to measure the improvement in vocabulary acquisition by students. The average of pre-tests was 58 for the experimental and 56 for the control classes. It was observed that the experimental class had a steep increase in their vocabulary score as compared to the control class. The mean post-test score of the experimental class was 90 while the average of the control class climbed up to 76. Data were analyzed using both independent t-tests and paired t-tests to determine the significance of differences between the two groups by SPSS. The results of the statistical analysis indicated that there was indeed a significant difference between the two classes, with the p-value less than <0.001. Therefore, it would be proper to conclude that the use of English subtitles while watching movies effectively enhances vocabulary acquisition for students.
Exploring Challenges and Strategies in TOEFL Preparation among Students at Universitas Muhammadiyah Aceh Sarair, Sarair; Farsia, Lina; Irnanda, Septhia; Romi, Fadhlullah
Journal of Linguistics, Literature, and Language Teaching (JLLLT) Vol. 4 No. 1 (2024): Journal of Linguistics, Literature and Language Teaching (JLLLT)
Publisher : Asosiasi Dosen Perguruan Tinggi Islam

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37249/jlllt.v4i1.797

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In this descriptive quantitative study, thirty students from Universitas Muhammadiyah Aceh discuss the difficulties they had and the methods they used to get ready for the TOEFL. An 18-item questionnaire was used to gather the data, and the results show that the listening section presented the biggest issue, with 58.1% of participants finding it difficult to stay focused and limited in time. The reading portion, on the other hand, was thought to be easier, while some participants had trouble with vocabulary and time management. Students' strategies included using internet resources, with a significant emphasis on cognitive and metacognitive skills, such as TikTok, YouTube, and TOEFL-specific apps. Notably, frequent strategies for navigating the written expression and test structure parts included determining the core concept and closely examining sentence structure. These results imply that more students could benefit from focused listening exercises, improved training in metacognitive strategies, and expanded usage of online resources for TOEFL preparation. In order to better prepare students for the exam, educators might consider incorporating real TOEFL-like materials and time management advice into the curriculum.
Kupi Gayo: Deixis in Ervan Ceh Kuls song lyrics Inayah, Nurul; Achmad, Diana; Irnanda, Septhia; At'thahirah, At'thahirah
Studies in English Language and Education Vol 10, No 3 (2023)
Publisher : Universitas Syiah Kuala

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24815/siele.v10i3.31059

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Deixis, the linguistic phenomenon of words pointing to specific entities in discourse or situational context, has been explored in various forms of expressive arts. One interesting example of deixis in expressive arts is the use of deixis in song lyrics. In this present study, Gayonese local songs from Aceh, Indonesia, in the Kupi Gayo album by Ervan Ceh Kul, are studied by examining the deictic terms he used to construct the cultural context of ten songs. For this goal, the descriptive qualitative method was used to analyze the songs deixis using the framework of Grundy (2000). The results revealed that the songwriter used more first and second personal deictic terms, suggesting that he tried to add a layer of emotional connection between the artist and the listeners, allowing for a more immersive and relatable musical experience. Nevertheless, he used place and temporal deixis less frequently, indicating that he tried to create rich and immersive experiences for the listeners. The results showed that using deictic terms in the vernacular language facilitates effective communication and understanding within a specific community or culture. By understanding the function and purpose of deixis in the vernacular language, researchers and linguists can gain insights into how individuals in a society navigate their social interactions.
Conversational Maxims and Persuasive Communication: Verbal Offer Strategies Among Sellers in Aceh Traditional Markets Azmar, Cut Nurul; Muthalib, Kismullah Abdul; Yusuf, Yunisrina Qismullah; Irnanda, Septhia; Khan, Asma Sohaib
OKARA: Jurnal Bahasa dan Sastra Vol. 19 No. 1 (2025): OKARA: Jurnal Bahasa dan Sastra
Publisher : Center of Language Development, Institut Agama Islam Negeri Madura

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.19105/ojbs.v19i1.16910

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This research explores the use of conversational maxims and verbal offers in traditional market interactions in Pasar Aceh, Banda Aceh, Indonesia, aiming to expand the understanding of communication strategies that enhance seller-customer interactions. Despite extensive studies on Grice's Cooperative Principle in various contexts, limited research has examined how sellers in traditional markets strategically engage with these maxims to persuade customers. The study involved detailed observations, audio recordings, and interviews with eight Acehnese clothing sellers chosen for their active roles in daily market interactions. Using Grice's Cooperative Principle, which includes the maxims of quantity, quality, relevance, and manner, the findings reveal that these eight sellers strategically employ these maxims to persuade customers, with occasional variations encouraging smoother and more effective interactions. The analysis identified seven distinct verbal offer types: direct product mentions, polite customer calls, pricing discussions, product origin mentions, customer needs assessment, store entry invitations, and color-based product promotions. These findings provide a grounded theory of seller-customer interactions in traditional markets, presenting persuasive techniques that may enhance market engagement and consumer satisfaction. This study provides communication patterns within traditional market settings, especially in Aceh, and cross-cultural market communication research.
The Acehnese Numerals in the Aceh Jaya District Irnanda, Septhia; Muliawati, Ida; Yulsafli, Yulsafli; Muthalib, Kismullah Abdul; Inayah, Nurul
PAROLE: Journal of Linguistics and Education Vol 14, No 2 (2024): Volume 14 Number 2 October 2024
Publisher : Master Program in Linguistics, Diponegoro University

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.14710/parole.v14i2.%p

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This study examines the phonological varieties of Acehnese numeral words, using primary data from ten villages in the Aceh Jaya district on the west coast of Aceh, Indonesia, and supplementing it with secondary data from Standard Acehnese, Proto-Chamic, and other relevant languages and proto-languages. The research aims to elucidate the historical relationship between the Acehnese and Chamic languages through a comparative analysis. Fifteen numeral words (one to ten, eleven, twelve, twenty, one hundred, and one thousand) were elicited from informants aged 40 to 65. The collected data were recorded, transcribed into IPA symbols, and subsequently analysed. The findings indicate that the split between the Acehnese-Chamic branch and the Malayic languages occurred during the period when the terms for 'eight' and 'nine' were still undergoing lexical stabilisation. The Acehnese language was then subgrouped from Chamic, initially as a dialect. A few centuries later, the ancestors of the Acehnese migrated from mainland Southeast Asia to Sumatra, where their numeral system was subsequently influenced by borrowing from the Malay language. The dialects spoken on the west coast of Aceh retain linguistic evidence of the presence of a language similar to Proto-Chamic and its early contact with indigenous Sumatran populations, and those from the Malay Peninsula.