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English Teachers' Efforts Towards Language Acquisition of Students With Mental Retardation Nashruddin, Nashruddin; Aisyah, Sitti; Latief, Syekh Adiwijaya; Ilmi, Musyakirah Nur
Jurnal Disastri (Jurnal Pendidikan Bahasa dan Sastra Indonesia) Vol 7 No 3 (2025): Jurnal Disastri: Pendidikan Bahasa dan Sastra Indonesia
Publisher : Program Studi Pendidikan Bahasa dan Sastra Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33752/disastri.v7i3.10488

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This study aims to describe how students with mental retardation acquire language, and to find out the efforts of English teachers through multicultural-based education in supporting the language acquisition of students with mental retardation. Using a descriptive qualitative method, this study involved 10 students with mental retardation and one English teacher at a special school (SLB) in Maros Regency. Data was collected through observation and interviews to explore learning practices and teacher interactions with students. The data analysis technique is thematic analysis, which allows researchers to identify the main patterns and themes from the data obtained. Research findings indicate five stages of language acquisition by students with mental retardation: preproduction, early production, speech emergency, intermediate fluency, and advanced fluency. In addition, it was found that English teachers make five main efforts in multicultural learning: content integration, knowledge construction, equity pedagogy, prejudice reduction, and empowering school with culture and social structure. This research provides a new perspective by emphasizing the importance of integrating multicultural values ​​into language teaching strategies that are adaptive to students' special needs. The implications of this research suggest that inclusive and multicultural language education has the potential to improve the language skills of children with special needs and create a more equitable and empowering learning environment.
The Impact of Scrabble Game on EFL Context: Students Interpretation Ability in Vocabulary Waliyudin; Annisah; Nashruddin
Eduvelop: Journal of English Education and Development Vol 9 No 1 (2026): Eduvelop: Journal of English Education and Development
Publisher : Universitas Sulawesi Barat

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31605/eduvelop.v9i1.5740

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This study investigates the effect of the Scrabble teaching method on students’ vocabulary interpretation ability in English instruction for English as a Foreign Language (EFL) students at SMAN 1 Kota Bima. Using a quantitative pre-experimental approach with a one-group pretest–posttest design, the study involved class XI IPA. Data were collected through vocabulary interpretation tests administered before and after the implementation of the Scrabble teaching method. The findings reveal that the application of the Scrabble teaching method significantly improves students’ ability to interpret the meaning of English vocabulary by promoting active participation, collaborative learning, and contextual engagement. The effectiveness of the method was supported by appropriate instructional procedures and teaching techniques. However, the findings also indicate that the success of the implementation is highly dependent on teachers’ pedagogical competence in managing classroom activities and integrating game-based instruction effectively. The study concludes that, with proper instructional planning and teacher expertise, the Scrabble teaching method has strong potential to enhance vocabulary interpretation ability and enrich students’ overall learning experience in EFL classrooms.
Teachers’ Insight on the Urgency of Research in ELT on the Excellence of English Learning Musahrain Musahrain; Nashruddin Nashruddin; Novalia Tanasy; Liqaa Habeb Al-Obaydi
JETAL: Journal of English Teaching & Applied Linguistic Vol 7 No 2 (2026): April
Publisher : English Education Department at FKIP Nommensen University

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36655/jetal.v7i2.1991

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To improve the quality of learning, teachers must have advanced knowledge of educational research. The purpose of this research is to investigate English teachers’ insights on the importance of research in English Language Teaching and its impact on the excellence of English language learning. The survey method with a quantitative approach and Focus Group Discussion were applied in this study. The population in this research were EFL teachers from junior high schools and senior high schools in South Sulawesi. The survey was conducted by sending online questionnaires to 50 English teachers randomly selected as research samples. Only those with 10 years or more teaching experience were included in the sample. The survey data were analyzed by using descriptive statistical technique. Furthermore, 5 of those 50 teachers with master (S2) qualification were involved in the FGD to gain in-depth understanding. The survey results indicate that most respondents (72,2%) understand the concept of educational research in ELT. In term of interest in research activities, 85% respondents show high interest. However, the level of involvement in research activities varies. The FGD results identify resource limitations and resistance to innovation as challenges in integrating scientific research. Evaluation with various modes is considered important to measure the effectiveness of integrating research findings in ELT into English language learning practices. Overall, the research-based learning approach is received positively among teachers. However, practical challenges need to be addressed to increase teacher engagement in research, and integrate educational research into teaching activities.
Peningkatan Kemampuan Dasar Bahasa Inggris Siswa SLB melalui Metode Audio Visual dan Aktivitas Komunikatif Nurul Fachrunnisa; Sitti Aisyah; Zul Astri; Isnaeni Wahab; Nashruddin; Safitri Annisa; Fahrul Nurfadhilat
LESTARI : Jurnal Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat Vol 4 No 1 (2026): LESTARI : Jurnal Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat
Publisher : Lembaga Penelitian dan Pengabdian Masyarakat (LPPM) Universitas Muslim Maros

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46918/lestari.v4i1.3432

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Program Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan kemampuan dasar Bahasa Inggris siswa Sekolah Luar Biasa (SLB) tunagrahita melalui penerapan metode audio visual dan aktivitas komunikatif. Permasalahan utama yang ditemukan di sekolah mitra adalah rendahnya kemampuan kosakata Bahasa Inggris siswa, kurangnya media pembelajaran interaktif, serta rendahnya motivasi belajar akibat penggunaan metode pembelajaran yang monoton. Untuk mengatasi permasalahan tersebut, tim pengabdi menerapkan pembelajaran berbasis audio visual menggunakan video edukatif, lagu, gambar, dan flashcard, serta aktivitas komunikatif seperti permainan edukatif, role play, dialog sederhana, dan praktik langsung. Metode pelaksanaan kegiatan dilakukan melalui tahap observasi, persiapan, pelaksanaan, evaluasi dan pelaporan. Sasaran kegiatan adalah siswa SLB tunagrahita tingkat menengah. Hasil kegiatan menunjukkan adanya peningkatan partisipasi dan motivasi belajar siswa selama proses pembelajaran berlangsung. Siswa lebih aktif mengenal dan mengucapkan kosakata dasar Bahasa Inggris seperti greetings, colors, animals, numbers, dan classroom objects. Selain itu, penggunaan media audio visual membantu siswa memahami materi dengan lebih mudah dan menyenangkan. Program ini memberikan dampak positif bagi siswa maupun guru karena menciptakan suasana pembelajaran yang interaktif, kreatif, dan sesuai dengan karakteristik anak berkebutuhan khusus. Dengan demikian, metode audio visual dan aktivitas komunikatif dinilai efektif dalam membantu meningkatkan kemampuan dasar Bahasa Inggris siswa SLB tunagrahita.
Infographic-assisted four-square writing strategy in narrative text writing instruction for senior high school students Sitti Aisyah; Waliyudin Waliyudin; Nashruddin Nashruddin
Journal of English Language Teaching, Literatures, Applied Linguistic (JELTLAL) Vol. 4 No. 1 (2026): May
Publisher : Merwinspy Publisher

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.69820/jeltlal.v4i1.596

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This study aims to examine the effectiveness of the infographic-assisted four-square writing strategy in teaching narrative text writing. Research method was a quasi-experimental design using a non-equivalent control group design. From 160 students of X-class at SMA Dirgantara, 64 students were selected as research sample using a purposive sampling technique. Data were collected through writing ability test and observation, then analyzed using normality, homogeneity, N-Gain, and t-tests. From data analysis results, the experimental group demonstrated a significantly greater improvement than the control group, as indicated by an independent-samples t-test on the gain scores (p < 0.05) with a large effect size (0.790). Furthermore, the experimental group achieved a higher normalized gain (N-Gain = 59,96), compared with the control group (N-Gain = 38,01). These results show an improvement in writing ability in both the control and experimental classes, but the latter experienced a greater improvement. Hypothesis test shows a significant difference between the two groups. The integration of infographic media with the four-square writing strategy, which offers a structured and visually supported approach to enhance students’ narrative writing skills, shows the novelty of this study. The findings contribute to the development of more innovative and visual media-based writing instruction strategies in language classrooms. Consequently, as the practical implication, teachers can integrate this strategy to enhance the quality of the process and students’ learning outcomes in writing narrative texts.