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TEACHER'S STRATEGIES IN OVERCOMING LEARNING BARRIERS IN EFL CLASSROOM Pakpahan, Sirintin; Azeva, Dian Zahira; Simanjuntak, Azzura Annisa; Herlina, Herlina; Bahri, Dwi Ichwanul; Deswandra, Ilham; Dewi, Desi Surlitasari; Sugiharti, Sri; Abra, Emy Hajar; Perwira, Andika
JURNAL DIMENSI Vol 13, No 3 (2024): JURNAL DIMENSI (NOVEMBER 2024)
Publisher : Universitas Riau Kepulauan

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33373/dms.v13i3.8193

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The purpose of this study is to identify the strategies that EFL teachers use to overcome learning barriers in the classroom. A mixed methods approach was used to collect data through a Likert-scale questionnaire with 30 teachers and interviews with three teachers from various regions in Indonesia. Quantitative findings revealed that teachers frequently employed strategies such as differentiated instruction, motivational support, and digital media integration. Through thematic coding, the qualitative analysis further revealed specific techniques, including simplifying materials, employing collaborative learning, managing student focus, and encouraging passive learners through praise and rapport building. These results underscore the importance of adaptive, student-centered teaching practices for addressing the diverse challenges in EFL classrooms. The study suggests that a combination of cognitive, emotional, and technological strategies is essential for improving learning outcomes.
THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN LEARNING STYLE PREFERENCES AND INTEREST IN YOUTUBE FOR LEARNING ENGLISH AT UNIVERSITAS RIAU KEPULAUAN Chairiah, Annisa Melfida; Ramadhani, Nursyahidah Suci; Aqilla, Dhiya Veeza; Aguspriawan, Muryadi; Navisa, Sayyida; Syahrila, Farah Dieba Nashwa; Dewi, Desi Surlitasari; Ratnasari, Sri Langgeng; Ciptono, Ciptono; Niko, Triyanda Desma
JURNAL DIMENSI Vol 13, No 3 (2024): JURNAL DIMENSI (NOVEMBER 2024)
Publisher : Universitas Riau Kepulauan

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33373/dms.v13i3.8194

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Advances in digital technology in the 21st century have changed the way students access and interact with learning materials, particularly through platforms like YouTube. This study aims to examine the relationship between students' learning style preferences—based on the VARK (Visual, Aural, Read/Write, Kinesthetic) model—and their interest in using YouTube as an English language learning medium. The research design employed a quantitative correlational approach applied to a sample of 20 sixth-semester students from the University of Kepulauan Riau. Data were collected using the VARK questionnaire and a Likert scale instrument adapted from validated research to measure interest in YouTube-assisted English language learning. The results of the normality test indicated that the data for the variables of interest were normally distributed (p = 0.148). However, due to the categorical nature of the learning style variables, Spearman's Rank Correlation was used. The findings revealed a weak and insignificant negative correlation (ρ = -0.266, p > 0.05) between learning style preferences and students' interest in YouTube-based English language learning. This suggests that YouTube, as a multimodal learning platform, can attract a diverse range of learners, regardless of their preferred learning styles. This study recommends integrating YouTube into teaching practices and conducting further research with broader variables and larger samples.
EXPLORING THE SELF-CONFIDENCE OF SIXTH SEMESTER STUDENT PRESENTING PROPOSAL DURING THE PROPOSAL SEMINAR COURSE Kristina, Geofani; Novelita, Naomi Mars; Panjaitan, Angels Dermika; Monika, Tiara; Zahara, Nasyiva; Situmorang, Citra Betha; Dewi, Desi Surlitasari; Manurung, Sulastri; Susanti, Ervin Nora; Sirait, Sindy Deswita Natalia
JURNAL DIMENSI Vol 13, No 3 (2024): JURNAL DIMENSI (NOVEMBER 2024)
Publisher : Universitas Riau Kepulauan

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33373/dms.v13i3.8197

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This study aims to explore sixth semester students' self-confidence in presenting research proposals in the Proposal Seminar course. Using a mixed methods approach, data was obtained from 19 students through a self-confidence questionnaire and semi-structured interviews. The questionnaire results showed that most participants had a high level of self-confidence, with an average score of 79.61%. Analysis of the interview transcripts revealed six main themes: strengths in presenting, presentation challenges, preparedness, coping strategies, audience influence, and self-reflection. Although many students experienced nervousness, they demonstrated an awareness of their strengths and applied strategies such as deep breathing, positive thinking, and rehearsal as ways to manage anxiety. The presence of an evaluative audience, especially lecturers, proved to be a major influence on students' confidence levels. Overall, the results show that students' self-confidence is dynamic and shaped by readiness, experience, audience context, and reflective practice. This study emphasizes the importance of a supportive academic environment to foster confidence in oral academic presentations.
PROJECT-BASED LEARNING WITH AI-INTEGRATION TO FOSTER CRITICAL THINKING SKILLS AND SELF-EFFICACY OF PRE-SERVICE TEACHERS Harahap, Dahrul Aman; Faizin, Muhammad; Erydani, Vinsensia Anisa Citta; Lestari, Sri; Dewi, Desi Surlitasari; Ardhi, Mega Aulia
JURNAL EDUSCIENCE Vol 12, No 5 (2025): Jurnal Eduscience (JES), (Authors from Malaysia and Indonesia)
Publisher : Universitas Labuhanbatu

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36987/jes.v12i5.7851

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Purpose – This study aimed to evaluate the usefulness of Project-Based Learning (PjBL) combined with artificial intelligence (AI) tools in enhancing pre-service teachers' critical thinking and self-efficacy inside an instructional design course.Methodology – A pre-experimental one-group pretest-posttest design was applied. The study involved 46 pre-service teachers engaged in an instructional design course at a private university in Indonesia, chosen using purposive sampling. Two instruments were used: a 25-item critical thinking questionnaire and a 10-item self-efficacy scale. Normality tests were conducted, followed by paired-sample t-tests to determine differences between pre-test and post-test scores.Findings – The findings showed a statistically significant improvement in both critical thinking (t = -116.464, p < .001) and self-efficacy (t = -56.328, p < .001) after the AI-supported PBL intervention. The normality assumptions were met, and the effect size was notably strong for both variables. These results suggest that incorporating AI technologies into project-based learning can significantly improve pre-service teachers' cognitive and emotional preparedness for future teaching practices.Contribution – This study contributes to the teacher education literature by providing empirical evidence for the integration of AI technologies in project-based learning, promoting critical thinking and self-efficacy. It offers practical insights for instructional designers and educators seeking to equip future teachers with the competencies required in technologically rich educational environments.
Co-Authors Adam Adam Adam Ade Safrinal Aguspriawan, Muryadi Aqilla, Dhiya Veeza Ardhi, Mega Aulia Aulia Putri Aulia Putri Aulia Putri Azeva, Dian Zahira Bahri, Dwi Ichwanul Chairiah, Annisa Melfida Ciptono Ciptono, Ciptono Dahrul Aman Harahap Deswandra, Ilham Eka Wilany Emy Hajar Abra Ervayuni, Anggia Ervin Nora Susanti, Ervin Nora Erydani, Vinsensia Anisa Citta Fadilla, Hilda Hartono, Rudi Herlina Herlina Indah Lestari, Indah Kristina, Geofani Kustanto, Jaka Septian Lanlan Muhria Mahdi, Mohammed Abbas Mega Aulia Ardhi Megawati Megawati Mohammed Abbas Mahdi Monika, Tiara Muhammad Faizin Mursid Saleh Mursid Saleh Navisa, Sayyida Niko, Triyanda Desma Novelita, Naomi Mars Novriza Nizami Putri Oktavia, Wahyuni Pakpahan, Sirintin Panjaitan, Angels Dermika Perwira, Andika Premini, Deviany Putri Nurus Sakina Putri, Aulya Rachman, Natriya Faisal Rahma, Feby Fatika Ramadhani, Nursyahidah Suci Ramadhani, Riska Rudi Hartono Safnidar Safnidar Safnidar Siahaan, Safnidar Saicindo, Shita Aulia Saputra, Benny Shalehoddin Shalehoddin, Shalehoddin Shella Gherina Saptiany Sidabutar, Isak Steven Simanjuntak, Azzura Annisa Sirait, Sindy Deswita Natalia Situmorang, Citra Betha Sri Langgeng Ratnasari Sri Lestari Sri Purwaningsih Sri Sugiharti Sri Wahyuni Sulastri Manurung, Sulastri SUMADI SUMADI Suswanto Ismadi Megah Suswanto Ismadi Megah S. Suswanto Iswandi Megah Syahrila, Farah Dieba Nashwa Syamsul Arifin Tabrani ZA Tiara Nove Ria Vinsensia Anisa Citta Erydani W, Widhiyanto Wahyuni, Sri Zahara, Nasyiva Zainul Arifin, Muhammad