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Improving Students` Vocabulary Mastery Through Observe and Remember Game at the Seventh Grade SMPN 2 Palopo Helma, Helma; Jufriadi, Jufriadi
FOSTER: Journal of English Language Teaching Vol. 1 No. 1 (2020): FOSTER JELT
Publisher : Faculty of Education and Teacher Training of IAIN Palopo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24256/foster-jelt.v1i1.5

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This thesis is about Improving Students Mastery Vocabulary Through Observe and Remember the game at the Seventh Grade SMPN 2 Palopo. The problem statement of this thesis: Is the use of Observe and Remember the game useful to improve the students’ vocabulary at the seventh grade SMPN 2 Palopo? The objective of the research: To find out whether or not the use of Observe and Remember the game is effective in improving students’ vocabulary in the seventh grade SMPN 2 Palopo. This research applied pre-experimental. The population of this research was the seventh-grade students of SMPN 2 Palopo. The population there is only one class that consists of 30 students, and the taking sample technique is a total sampling. The instrument of the research was a vocabulary test. The pre-test was given to know the basic ability of the students’ vocabulary and the post-test given to know the students’ improvement in students’ vocabulary after given the treatment and the research used to observe and remember the game. Then the test was calculated and analyzed using SPSS 20. The researcher can conclude that using Observe and Remember games is useful in improving students’ vocabulary at the seventh grade SMPN 2 Palopo. It was proven by a significant difference between the students’ mean score of pre-test and post-test. In the pre-test, the students’ mean score is 51.00, and the students’ score in the post-test is 92.33. Observe and remember the game can improve students’vocabulary because students are active in learning English. Besides, using the game can improve communication between students and teachers when learning processes. This thesis is about Improving Students Mastery Vocabulary Through Observe and Remember the game at the Seventh Grade SMPN 2 Palopo. The problem statement of this thesis: Is the use of Observe and Remember the game useful to improve the students’ vocabulary at the seventh grade SMPN 2 Palopo? The objective of the research: To find out whether or not the use of Observe and Remember the game is effective in improving students’ vocabulary in the seventh grade SMPN 2 Palopo. This research applied pre-experimental. The population of this research was the seventh-grade students of SMPN 2 Palopo. The population there is only one class that consists of 30 students, and the taking sample technique is a total sampling. The instrument of the research was a vocabulary test. The pre-test was given to know the basic ability of the students’ vocabulary and the post-test given to know the students’ improvement in students’ vocabulary after given the treatment and the research used to observe and remember the game. Then the test was calculated and analyzed using SPSS 20. The researcher can conclude that using Observe and Remember games is useful in improving students’ vocabulary at the seventh grade SMPN 2 Palopo. It was proven by a significant difference between the students’ mean score of pre-test and post-test. In the pre-test, the students’ mean score is 51.00, and the students’ score in the post-test is 92.33. Observe and remember the game can improve students’vocabulary because students are active in learning English. Besides, using the game can improve communication between students and teachers when learning processes.
The Error Analysis of Google Translate and Bing Translator in Translating Indonesian Folklore Jufriadi, Jufriadi; Asokawati, Amalia; Thayyib, Magfirah
FOSTER: Journal of English Language Teaching Vol. 3 No. 2 (2022): FOSTER JELT
Publisher : Faculty of Education and Teacher Training of IAIN Palopo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24256/foster-jelt.v3i2.89

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The objective of this research is to find out the lexical errors made by Google Translate and Bing Translator in translating Indonesian folklore "Princess Tandampalik" and "Sigarlaki and Limbat." The research applied the qualitative method. The data were analyzed using hybrid taxonomy of error analysis from Vilar, et al. The results of this research show that Google Translate made 103 errors in total which consist of 12 missing words, 19 errors in word order, 64 incorrect words, and 8 unknown words. Meanwhile, Bing Translator made 95 errors which consist of 5 missing words, 1 error in word order, 88 incorrect words, and 1 unknown word. Incorrect word is the most frequent error found in the translation resulted from Google Translate and Bing Translator with a total of 152 errors. The incorrect words mainly occurred in the translation of adjectives and adverbs in which Google Translate and Bing Translator mostly translated them into noun form. Thus, it can be concluded that both machine translators' performances are not different because they have their advantages and disadvantages.
Peer Review Technique in Teaching EFL Writing Skills for Senior High School Students Jufriadi, Jufriadi; Muin, Fadliyah Rahmah; Mustika, Ria
FOSTER: Journal of English Language Teaching Vol. 4 No. 2 (2023): FOSTER JELT
Publisher : Faculty of Education and Teacher Training of IAIN Palopo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24256/foster-jelt.v4i2.153

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This research aims to determine how peer review improves writing skills for the tenth grade of SMA 13 Luwu Timur. It was applied before the experimental study, focusing on one group pretest and post-test design. The population in this research was the tenth grade of SMA 13 Luwu Timur. The research instrument used was a writing test (pretest and post-test). The data is analyzed by descriptive statistics and calculated using SPSS 22. The data analyzed by calculating the mean score and paired sample t-test revealed that the mean score of students in the post-test (55.08) was higher than the pretest (49.15). The t-count (3,118) is more significant than the t-table (2.179). This shows that the alternative hypothesis (Ha) is accepted, and the null hypothesis (Ho) is rejected. It can be said that using peer review in learning can be recommended to improve students' writing skills.
The Impact of Powerpoint Animation in Increasing the Students' Listening Skills at Islamic Senior High School Naimah, Khoirotun; Jufriadi, Jufriadi; Muin, Fadhliyah Rahmah
FOSTER: Journal of English Language Teaching Vol. 5 No. 2 (2024): FOSTER JELT
Publisher : Faculty of Education and Teacher Training of IAIN Palopo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24256/foster-jelt.v5i2.154

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This study centered on utilizing animated PowerPoint presentations as audiovisual aids for enhancing the listening skills of tenth-grade students at Islamic Senior High School of Al-Falah Lemahabang. The study employed a pre-experimental approach, employing pre-test and post-test to evaluate the influence of PowerPoint animation on listening skills among tenth-grade students at Islamic Senior High School of Al-Falah Lemahabang. The sample, comprising 24 students, was selected through random sampling. Both pre-test and post-test scores were optimized as research tools. Examination of the data demonstrated a notable contrast between the pre-test (59.79) and post-test (76.67) outcomes. The paired sample test results yielded a significance value of 0.001, below the threshold of 0.05, prompting the rejection of the null hypothesis (H0) and acceptance of the alternative hypothesis (H1). This suggests that employing PowerPoint animation as an audiovisual learning tool effectively enhances listening skills in the context of the Islamic Senior High School of Al-Falah Lemahabang. It means that PowerPoint animation as audiovisual media can increase listening ability in tenth-grade students at Islamic Senior High School of Al-Falah Lemahabang in 2023/2024 academic years.
Using Illustrated Stories to Improve Reading Comprehension: Evidence from Junior High School Students in Indonesia Jannah, Miftahul; Jufriadi, Jufriadi; Husnaini, Husnaini
FOSTER: Journal of English Language Teaching Vol. 6 No. 4 (2025): FOSTER JELT
Publisher : Faculty of Education and Teacher Training of UIN Palopo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24256/foster-jelt.v6i4.275

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Reading comprehension plays a crucial role in English language learning, yet many junior high school students in Indonesia struggle to understand English texts due to limited vocabulary and low motivation. To address these challenges, this study investigated the effectiveness of illustrated stories as a medium to enhance students’ reading comprehension. The research employed a pre-experimental design using a one-group pre-test and post-test model. The participants were 25 eighth-grade students of SMPN 08 Palopo, selected purposively based on their low proficiency in reading English texts. The instrument consisted of a reading comprehension test, while the treatment involved five sessions of instruction using illustrated stories covering different types of narrative texts. The findings revealed that the mean score of students improved from 38.36 in the pre-test to 61.40 in the post-test. The paired sample t-test result (t = -5.253, p < 0.001) indicated a statistically significant difference between the two sets of scores, confirming the effectiveness of illustrated stories in improving reading comprehension. Furthermore, the post-test classification showed that more students achieved the good and very good categories compared to the pre-test, where the majority were in the poor and very poor categories. These results suggest that illustrated stories provide both cognitive and motivational benefits by integrating textual and visual elements that make reading more engaging and accessible. The study concludes that illustrated stories are an effective medium for teaching reading comprehension and recommends their integration into English as a Foreign Language (EFL) classrooms at the junior high school level.
The Implementation of the Merdeka Belajar Curriculum and Its Impact on Students’ Motivation in Learning English at MAN Palopo Mulyani, Annisa Gita; Santaria, Rustan; Jufriadi, Jufriadi
FOSTER: Journal of English Language Teaching Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): FOSTER JELT
Publisher : Faculty of Education and Teacher Training of UIN Palopo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24256/foster-jelt.v7i1.266

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This research investigates the impact of the Merdeka Belajar Curriculum on students’ motivation to learn English at MAN Palopo. As a newly introduced educational approach in Indonesia, the Merdeka Belajar Curriculum emphasizes student-centered learning, autonomy, and the development of individual interests and competencies. The study adopts a qualitative descriptive method, using observations, interviews, and documentation to gather data from English teachers and 11th-grade students involved in the curriculum implementation. Findings reveal that the curriculum has significantly influenced students’ motivation in learning English. Many students reported feeling more engaged, confident, and enthusiastic in participating in English learning activities. They also showed improvements in both their spoken and written English skills. Despite these positive outcomes, the implementation process faces several challenges, including inadequate school facilities, limited teacher preparedness, and a lack of ongoing professional development. Nonetheless, when implemented effectively, the Merdeka Belajar Curriculum has the potential to enhance students’ intrinsic motivation and foster a more meaningful English learning experience.