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STUDENTS’ DIFFICULTIES IN ENGLISH SPEAKING LESSON AT THE ELEVENTH GRADE OF STATE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL 04 MUKO-MUKO Fenta Zelva Leoni; Kasmaini; Azhar Aziz Lubis
Wacana: Jurnal Penelitian Bahasa, Sastra dan Pengajaran Vol. 21 No. 1: Wacana, Vol. 21, No. 1, Januari 2023
Publisher : UNIB Press

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33369/jwacana.v21i1.26197

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This research aimed to describe the students’ difficulties encountered by the eleventh-grade students of State Senior High School 04 Muko-Muko in English Speaking Lesson and to describe the factors causing the difficulties in English Speaking Lesson at the eleventh grade of State Senior High School 04 Muko-Muko. This research used mix method research design. The subject of this research was eleventh grade students at State Senior High School 04 Muko-Muko. The sample of the research was 31 students for questionnaires and 10 students for interview. The instruments of this research were questionnaire adapted from Rahayu (2020) and interview. The researcher analyzed the data by by finding the percentage of each question item in questionnaire while interview data was analyzed by data reduction, data display, and drawing conclusion. This study found two findings. First, the result showed that there were five psychological difficulties encountered by the eleventh grade students of State Senior High School 04 Muko-Muko in English Speaking Lesson, namely lack of motivation, anxiety, shyness, fear of mistakes, and lack of confidence. Second, based on five psychological difficulties, there are several factors causing namely no awareness to learn english, no interest of English, no knowledge of the importance of English, students’ low English skill in vocabulary and pronunciation, friends’ negative responses, teacher’s bad responses, and students’ terrible belief in their English skill. To sum up, the next study is recommended to find the strategies to overcome the students’ difficulties in English speaking lesson.
The Role of Educational Supervision in Enhancing School Quality: A Theoretical Perspective Yuni Indrawati; Kasmaini
International Journal of Innovation and Education Research Vol. 4 No. 2 (2025): November 2025
Publisher : Universitas Bengkulu

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33369/ijier.v4i2.46723

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Educational supervision has long been recognized as a crucial mechanism for improving school quality, yet its conceptual foundations and operational implications remain varied across educational systems. This article provides a theoretical exploration of how educational supervision contributes to the enhancement of school quality, focusing on supervisory functions, professional development, instructional improvement, and organizational effectiveness. Drawing from classical and contemporary literature, the paper synthesizes multiple perspectives to clarify the conceptual boundaries of supervision and its relationship to teaching-learning outcomes. The review highlights that effective supervision not only evaluates teacher performance but also promotes continuous professional learning, collaborative school culture, and data-driven decision-making. Moreover, the findings emphasize that the role of supervision has shifted from inspection-oriented practices to more developmental and supportive approaches aligned with modern educational quality standards. This theoretical analysis further identifies persistent gaps in the literature, including inconsistent definitions, limited models for contextualized implementation, and insufficient attention to supervisor competencies. The paper concludes by proposing an integrative framework that positions educational supervision as a multidimensional catalyst for school improvement. The framework underscores the importance of leadership capacity, supportive communication, and reflective practice. Overall, the study contributes a holistic understanding of supervision’s strategic role in elevating school quality and provides insights for policymakers, school leaders, and researchers seeking to strengthen supervisory practices. Keywords: Educational Quality, Educational Supervision, Instructional Improvement, School Leadership, Theoretical Perspective  
The Impact of the Digital Scrabble Game on Students’ Vocabulary in SMPN 32 Bengkulu Tengah Melia Nurjannah; Iis Sujarwati; Kasmaini
International Journal of Innovation and Education Research Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026): International Journal of Innovation and Education Research (IJIER)
Publisher : Universitas Bengkulu

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33369/ijier.v5i1.50457

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One of the critical areas for using English effectively is vocabulary control. However, the vocabulary learning of many Indonesian junior high school learners in semi-rural areas is still problematic because they are not sufficiently exposed to English, and traditional learning activities are retained. The purpose of this research is to analyze the effect of digital-based Scrabble games, in this research is Scrabble GO, on the students’ vocabulary mastery at SMPN 32 Bengkulu Tengah. The study adopted the quantitative pre-experimental method with one-group pretest–posttest. Participants were 16 eighth-grade students from one intact class. A 20-item multiple-choice vocabulary test was administered before and after three treatment sessions using Scrabble GO. The data were analyzed using a paired samples t-test. The result showed that the mean score increased from 53.44 on the pretest to 58.75 on the post-test, representing a mean gain of 5.31 points. The paired samples t-test revealed a statistically significant difference between the pretest and post-test scores (p = .001). The results indicate that playing digital Scrabble games can help students significantly improve their vocabulary, behavior, and enhance their motivation and engagement in learning. Although the sample sizes in terms of number of participants are not large, and the research design is arguably not rigorous enough, this study represents early evidence on the use of digital game-based learning as an alternative means for classroom instruction at junior high schools. Keywords: Digital Scrabble, Game-Based Learning, Vocabulary Mastery
Co-Authors Azhar Aziz Lubis Fenta Zelva Leoni Iis Sujarwati Melia Nurjannah Yuni Indrawati