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Zarkiani Hasyim
Program Studi Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris, Fakultas Matematika Dan Ilmu Pengetahuan Alam, Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia, Indonesia
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Improving The Speaking Skills of The Tenth-Grade Students at SMA Negeri 1 Sindue Through the Song Interpretation Method Fadila Palmai; Abd. Kamaruddin; Moh. Abraham Akbar Eisenring; Zarkiani Hasyim
Journal of General Education and Humanities Vol. 4 No. 4 (2025): November
Publisher : MASI Mandiri Edukasi

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58421/gehu.v4i4.755

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Many learners continue to struggle with English speaking skills, particularly in achieving accuracy and clarity of comprehension. This study aimed to investigate the effect of the Song Interpretation Method on enhancing the speaking performance of tenth-grade students at SMA Negeri 1 Sindue during the 2025/2026 academic year. The research focused on two main aspects of speaking ability: accuracy and comprehensibility. A quantitative approach was implemented through a quasi-experimental design involving pre-test and post-test control groups. The sample consisted of two classes selected through random sampling, with one designated as the experimental group and the other as the control group. Statistical analysis was conducted using SPSS software, and the Mann–Whitney U Test was employed to assess the differences between the two groups. The findings indicated an Asymp. Sig. (2-tailed) value of 0.035, which is lower than 0.05, signifying a significant difference between the post-test scores of the groups. Consequently, the alternative hypothesis (Ha) was accepted, confirming that the Song Interpretation Method substantially enhanced students’ speaking proficiency, particularly in terms of accuracy and comprehensibility. These findings suggest that integrating songs into English instruction can foster communicative competence, increase classroom interaction, and motivate learners in EFL contexts.
The Impact of Spotify Music Platform on Students’ English Pronunciation: A Pre-Experimental Study Nur Fitra; Abd. Kamaruddin; Hastini Hastini; Zarkiani Hasyim
Journal of General Education and Humanities Vol. 4 No. 4 (2025): November
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58421/gehu.v4i4.823

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This study examines the impact of the Spotify music platform on improving the English pronunciation of eighth-grade students at MTs Muhammadiyah Al-Haq Palu, with a specific focus on the articulation of liquid consonants (/l/ and /r/), which commonly present difficulties for Indonesian learners of English. A quantitative pre-experimental design, utilising a one-group pre-test and post-test model, was employed with a sample of 28 students. Pronunciation tests were administered before and after the treatment to evaluate progress. The results revealed a significant improvement, as indicated by the increase in the mean score from 9.36 to 15.25, supported by a t-value of 27.36, which exceeds the t-table value of 2.052. These findings demonstrate that English songs on Spotify offer repetitive and authentic listening input, which strengthens articulation accuracy. The novelty of this study lies in analysing differential improvement between /l/ and /r/ sounds through a Spotify-based intervention. The implication suggests that digital music platforms can be used as effective supplementary tools in pronunciation teaching.
The Effect of Think-Pair-Share on Eleventh Grade Students’ Speaking Performance: A Quasi-Experimental Study Fatur Rahman; Abdul Kamaruddin; Zarkiani Hasyim
Journal of General Education and Humanities Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026): February
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58421/gehu.v5i1.874

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Students in EFL classrooms often exhibit low participation in speaking activities, leading to passive interaction and limited oral practice. Therefore, this study aimed to examine the effect of applying the Think-Pair-Share (TPS) technique on improving students’ speaking skills at SMAN 5 Palu. A quasi-experimental design with pre-test and post-test was employed involving two intact classes selected through purposive sampling: class XI M9 as the experimental group and class XI M7 as the control group, each consisting of 35 students. The experimental group received instruction using the TPS technique, while the control group received conventional instruction. Students’ speaking performance was assessed based on accuracy, fluency, and comprehensibility. Data from pre- and post-tests were analyzed using an independent-samples t-test. The results showed a statistically significant improvement in students’ speaking skills after the implementation of the TPS technique. The experimental mean score increased from 30.20 on the pre-test to 67.14 on the post-test, whereas the control group showed only a slight increase from 30.40 to 41.45. The statistical analysis indicated a significant difference between the two groups, t (68) = 12.20, p < .05. These findings indicate that the Think-Pair-Share technique is effective in enhancing students’ speaking performance.
From Playing To Retention: Enhancing Students’ Vocabulary Mastery Through Flashcard-Based Instruction Faradilla Labanu; Erniwati Erniwati; Afrillia Anggreni; Zarkiani Hasyim
Journal of General Education and Humanities Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026): February
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58421/gehu.v5i1.897

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Adequate vocabulary mastery is a fundamental requirement for successful English language learning, as emphasized in the Merdeka Curriculum. However, many junior high school students still exhibit low vocabulary proficiency due to the use of monotonous and teacher-centered conventional teaching methods. Therefore, this study aimed to examine the effectiveness of flashcard-based instruction in enhancing the vocabulary mastery of seventh-grade students at SMP Negeri 1 Palu. This research employed a quasi-experimental design with two groups: an experimental group of 32 students and a control group of 32 students, selected via simple random sampling. The experimental group received vocabulary instruction using flashcards, while the control group was taught using conventional methods. Data were collected through pre-tests and post-tests focusing on students’ mastery of nouns and verbs. The results revealed a significant improvement in vocabulary mastery among students taught with flashcards compared to those taught through conventional instruction. The mean post-test score of the experimental group was 85, which was higher than the control group’s mean score of 68. Statistical analysis using SPSS version 27 showed a significance value (Asymp. Sig. 2-tailed) of 0.000, which was lower than the 0.05 significance level. These findings indicate that flashcard-based instruction has a positive and significant effect on students’ vocabulary mastery. In conclusion, the study suggests that flashcards are an effective instructional medium for improving students’ vocabulary learning, increasing motivation, and supporting retention, particularly within the Merdeka Curriculum’s emphasis on contextual and everyday-life learning. Therefore, English teachers are encouraged to integrate flashcards into vocabulary instruction to create more engaging and effective learning environments.
Effects of Sustained Silent Reading on Eighth-Grade Students' Reading Comprehension: A Quasi-Experimental Study Asti Fitra Auliya; Abdul Kamaruddin; Zarkiani Hasyim; Nur Sehang Thamrin
Journal of General Education and Humanities Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026): February
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58421/gehu.v5i1.898

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This study aims to determine whether the Sustained Silent Reading (SSR) method is effective in improving the reading comprehension of grade VIII students at SMP Negeri 1 Banawa Tengah. This study used a quasi-experimental design with two groups: the experimental group (VIII D) and the control group (VIII A). Both groups were given a pre-test and a post-test of the same type, consisting of multiple-choice, true/false, and detail questions that focused on literal understanding of the narrative text. The experimental group received the SSR method for six sessions, while the control group learned using the conventional method. The results showed a significant improvement in students' reading comprehension after the implementation of SSR. The average pre-test score of the experimental group increased from 44.64 to 74.68 in the post-test, while the control group increased from 42.71 to 63.46. The results of the t-test analysis showed that the t-counted value (3.82) was greater than the t-table value (1.675) at the 0.05 significance level, indicating that the alternative hypothesis is accepted. Thus, the application of the Sustained Silent Reading method has proven effective in improving the reading comprehension of grade VIII students at SMP Negeri 1 Banawa Tengah.
Correlation Between English Learning Motivation and Daily Vocabulary Mastery of Grade VIII Students at SMP Negeri 5 Palu Shiva Aulia; Mochtar Marhum; Zarkiani Hasyim; Mawardin M. Said
Journal of General Education and Humanities Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026): February
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58421/gehu.v5i1.1110

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Many junior high school students experience difficulty actively using English vocabulary in authentic communication, and their level of learning motivation may contribute to this difficulty. This study aimed to examine the correlation between English learning motivation and daily vocabulary mastery among eighth-grade students at SMP Negeri 5 Palu. A quantitative correlational research design was employed. The population consisted of 131 students, and 50 students were selected through simple random sampling. Data were collected using a 20-item Likert-scale questionnaire measuring intrinsic, extrinsic, integrative, and instrumental motivation, and a 20-item multiple-choice test assessing daily vocabulary mastery. The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and Spearman’s rho correlation analysis due to non-normal data distribution. The results showed that students’ motivation was generally high (M = 77.04), and their daily vocabulary mastery was at a good level (M = 74.20). A very strong, statistically significant positive correlation was found between the two variables (r = 0.876, p < 0.01). These findings indicate that higher motivation is strongly associated with better daily vocabulary mastery.
Digital Game-Based Learning Wordwall to Improve Vocabulary Mastery of Grade Eight Students at SMPN 2 Labobo Nurhayati Ahdani; Mochtar Marhum; Zarkiani Hasyim; Afrillia Anggreni
Journal of General Education and Humanities Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026): February
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58421/gehu.v5i1.1170

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Rural EFL students at SMPN 2 Labobo face difficulties in mastering English vocabulary because the learning process is often boring and relies on traditional, teacher-centred methods. resulting in frequent word retention problems, inaccurate usage, and low motivation in learning English. Therefore, this research aimed to evaluate the effect of game-based learning using Wordwall on improving English vocabulary mastery of eighth-grade students at SMPN 2 Labobo. The research employed a quantitative pre-experimental design with a one-group pre-test and post-test approach, involving 19 students. The intervention consisted of six meetings using interactive Wordwall activities, including matching pairs, quizzes, word searches, sentence building, and categorisation, focusing on nouns, verbs, and adjectives in context. Vocabulary mastery was assessed via written tests evaluating grammatical accuracy, appropriate vocabulary use, and sentence clarity. Data from the pre-test and post-test were analysed using a paired-samples t-test. The results showed a significant improvement, with pre-test mean scores rising from 36.63 to 72.16 post-test, a gain of 35.53 points, and a paired t-test confirming statistical significance, t = -10.809, p = 0.000. These findings highlight that Wordwall's strategy is effective in enhancing engagement and retention in a rural school context, offering pedagogical implications for integrating digital tools in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) instruction.
The Use of TikTok Application to Improve Students’ Speaking Skills at Senior High School Salsabilah Reynanda; Hastini Hastini; Grace Novenasari Manurung; Zarkiani Hasyim
Journal of English Language and Education Vol 11, No 3 (2026)
Publisher : Universitas Pahlawan Tuanku Tambusai

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/jele.v11i3.2708

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TikTok has become one of the most widely used social media platforms among students and offers various interactive features, such as short-video creation, audio recording, and content sharing, which have the potential to support language learning and speaking practice. This study aimed to determine whether the use of the TikTok application could improve students’ speaking skills and to identify the most improved aspect of speaking. This research employed a quantitative method with a quasi-experimental design conducted at SMA Negeri 1 Moutong. The sample consisted of 26 students in the experimental group and 24 students in the control group. Data were collected through speaking tests administered in pre-test and post-test sessions. The mean score of the experimental group increased from 46.42 in the pre-test to 86.42 in the post-test, while the control group increased from 35.54 to 48.63. The data were analyzed using the Wilcoxon Signed Rank Test. The results showed that the significance value of the experimental group was 0.000 and that of the control group was 0.001, indicating a significant improvement in students’ speaking skills after the implementation of TikTok. Among the three aspects of speaking, accuracy showed the greatest improvement. Therefore, the TikTok application was found to be effective in improving students’ speaking skills.
Developing Speaking Skill of Grade VIII Students through English Video Hera Ismawati; Mawardin M. Said; Wahyudin Wahyudin; Zarkiani Hasyim
ELS Journal on Interdisciplinary Studies in Humanities Vol. 8 No. 2 (2025): JUNE
Publisher : Hasanuddin University

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.34050/els-jish.v8i2.45062

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This research aims to find out the effectiveness of English videos in developing students' speaking skills at the VIII grade of SMP Negeri 12 Palu. This research employed a quantitative approach with a quasi-experimental design. The research population consisted of 6 classes of SMP Negeri 12 Palu students. The samples were class VIII A as the experimental class and VIII B as the control class. This research utilized oral test as the research instrument to assess students' speaking skills. A pretest was given, followed by different treatments for both classes. The experimental class used English videos as learning media, while the control class did not. After giving the posttest, the researcher analyzed the results statistically to determine the significant difference between both classes. The results show that the mean score of the experimental class significantly developed from 36.30 to 56.54, while the mean score of the control class developed from 38.23 to 42.64. The hypothesis testing results also show that the t-counted value (3.188) was higher than the t-table value (1.688) at a significance level of 0.05, thus confirming that the use of English videos is effective in developing students' speaking skills of grade VIII of SMP Negeri 12 Palu.
Using Chain Story Technique To Develop Speaking Skill Of Grade VIII Students Of SMP Negeri 1 Banawa Tengah Alkhaf Shaban; Konder Manurung; Zarkiani Hasyim
ELS Journal on Interdisciplinary Studies in Humanities Vol. 8 No. 3 (2025): SEPTEMBER
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.34050/els-jish.v8i3.45065

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  The purpose of this research was to determine the effectiveness of the chain story technique in teaching English speaking to grade VIII students of SMP Negeri 1 Banawa Tengah. The study involved two classes, namely class VIII B with 27 students as the experimental group and class VIII A with 28 students as the control group. Data were collected through speaking tests, consisting of pre-test and post-test, and analyzed using simple statistical methods. The findings revealed a significant improvement in the students’ speaking skills, as indicated by the t-count value (8.35) being higher than the t-table value (1.67) at the 0.05 level of significance. Therefore, the research concluded that the chain story technique is effective in teaching English speaking and provides a significant positive impact on students’ speaking skill development.
Co-Authors Abd Kamaruddin Abd. Kamarrudin Abd. Kamaruddin Abdul Kamaruddin Alkhaf Shaban Aminah Suriaman Anggreni, Afrillia Anjar Kusuma Dewi Anjar Kusuma Dewi Asti Fitra Auliya Bella, Shinta Darmawan Darmawan Desrin Lebagi Dwi Lestari, Putri Eisenring, Moh. Abraham Akbar Erniwati Erniwati Fadhila Zamzam Fadila Palmai Faradilla Labanu Farianka, Astrid Fathira Qalbina Fatur Rahman Ferry Rita Grace Novenasari Manurung Hamida Pusparani Hastini, Hastini Hera Ismawati Irmayanti Irmayanti, Irmayanti Jamiluddin Jamiluddin, Jamiluddin Kamagi, Anastasia Fritzka Konder Manurung M. Said, Mawardin Maghfira, Maghfira Maryam Mawardin Muhammad Said Mochtar Marhum Mohammad Yanser Fathan Muh. Akbar Eisemring Mukrim Mukrim Mukrim Mukrim Mukrim, Mukrim Nadrun, Nadrun Niluh Michelle Natania Nizam, Moh Nur Azizah Nur Fitra Nur Sehang Thamrin Nurhayati Ahdani Nurlita Malota Oktaviani oktaviani Putri Yulianti Rafika sari lasiara Rekhavitri, Rengganis rofiqoh rofiqoh Rofiqoh Rofiqoh Salsabilah Reynanda Sarah Suciati Septyani Wulandari Shaleha, Anisatun Shiva Aulia Sriati Usman Tiara Z. Koping Wahyudin Wahyudin Wahyudin Wahyudin Yobli Salma Cinta