Rizka Maulina Wulandari
Politeknik Negeri Madiun

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ESP Students’ Perceptions on the Use of Whatsapp Application as a Learning Tool Dian Palupi*; Jannatul Laily Novia Bahari; Rizka Maulina Wulandari
Riwayat: Educational Journal of History and Humanities Vol 6, No 2 (2023): Social and Religious Aspect in History, Economic Science and Law
Publisher : Universitas Syiah Kuala

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24815/jr.v6i2.31421

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The development of technology provides a huge impact on the educational setting which increasing Mobile-Assisted Language Learning (MALL) usage especially in supporting ESP students. One of the mobile applications used in supporting language learning is WhatsApp Messenger. This study aimed to investigate ESP students’ perceptions on the use of WhatsApp in English language learning. The research approach was a descriptive quantitative approach while the design of this research was a survey. The participants were 22 male ESP students who followed the English class held by Helutrans Art-moving Company. For collecting the data, the researcher employed a questionnaire adapted from Mistar Embi (2016). The questionnaire consisted of three parts such as the attitude towards WhatsApp, the usefulness of WhatsApp and also the constraint in using WhatsApp. In analyzing the data, it applied descriptive statistics using SPSS version 26 in the form of frequencies, means, and standard deviations. The findings of the research revealed that the majority of the research participants had positive perceptions concerning the use of WhatsApp in the ESP setting. It implied that ESP students agreed for using WhatsApp on language learning was easy, useful and effective in increasing their motivation, interest, confidence, and their activeness. They also felt that using WhatsApp could increase their English skill such as listening, reading, writing and speaking.
Unlocking the Power of Pre-Reading: Strategies for Better Comprehension and Engagement A’thi Fauzani Wisudawati; Rizka Maulina Wulandari; Muhammad Isa; Ita Permatasari; Muhyiddin Aziz; Imam Mudhofir
Jurnal Pendidikan dan Sastra Inggris Vol. 5 No. 3 (2025): Jurnal Pendidikan dan Sastra Inggris
Publisher : Lembaga Pengembangan Kinerja Dosen

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55606/jupensi.v5i3.6067

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This study aims to analyze the implementation of pre-reading activities in the Intermediate Reading classroom and their impact on students’ comprehension and engagement. The respondents consisted of 55 students from the English Department who participated in the study. Data were gathered through questionnaires and descriptive analysis of classroom practices to identify the types, purposes, and effects of pre-reading strategies used by lecturers. The findings reveal that lecturers employ a variety of pre-reading techniques such as vocabulary introduction, topic discussion, brainstorming, and content prediction to activate students’ prior knowledge and prepare them for the reading process. These strategies are carried out through interactive activities including word games, group discussions, visual media presentation, and short pre-reading quizzes. Such activities not only create a dynamic learning environment but also help students anticipate the content of the text and establish connections between their background knowledge and new information. The results indicate that pre-reading activities significantly contribute to enhancing text comprehension, increasing motivation, and promoting active student participation during reading sessions. Consequently, pre-reading is viewed not merely as an introductory stage but as an essential pedagogical approach that fosters engagement, comprehension, and critical thinking in EFL reading instruction, leading to more effective and meaningful reading experiences for learners.