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Fostering Engagement and Basic Vocabulary Skills through Mini Booklets in Elementary English Learning Putri, Oky Adinda; Madjdi, Achmad Hilal
SIMPLE: International Journal of English Education Vol 3, No 2 (2025): SIMPLE: International Journal of English Education
Publisher : Universitas Muria Kudus

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24176/simple.v3i2.14417

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Engaging young learners in English language lessons while fostering vocabulary development is a key challenge in elementary education. This study investigates the use of mini booklets, designed with colorful illustrations, as a tool to enhance student engagement and support vocabulary acquisition among first-grade students at SD 1 Margorejo. A qualitative case study approach was employed, involving 12 students as participants. Data were collected through observation sheets and teacher reflection notes to examine how the mini booklets influenced classroom dynamics and learning outcomes. The findings indicate that the use of mini booklets significantly increased students’ enthusiasm and participation during English lessons. Students enjoyed interactive activities, demonstrating improved vocabulary retention and confidence in speaking. This study highlights the effectiveness of creative, student-centered teaching materials in early English education, offering practical recommendations for educators aiming to improve engagement and learning outcomes in similar contexts.
Pelatihan Pengembangan Model Pembelajaran Berbasis “Critical Thinking” Bagi Guru-Guru Bahasa Inggris SMP Negeri 6 Blora Madjdi, Achmad Hilal; Syafei, Muh; Nurcahyo, Agung Dwi; Rokhayani, Atik
Muria Jurnal Layanan Masyarakat Vol 6, No 1 (2024): Maret 2024
Publisher : Universitas Muria Kudus

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24176/mjlm.v6i1.11901

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Merujuk pada hasil survei Programme of International Student Assessment (PISA) yang dilaksanakan pada tahun 2018, kemampuan literasi dan numerasi para siswa Indonesia berada pada posisi lebih rendah dibandingkan dengan siswa di negara-negara lain. Posisi Indonesia pada tahun 2018 untuk membaca berada di peringkat 72 dari 77 negara, dan sains berada di peringkat 70 dari 78 negara (OECD, 2018).  Melihat tingkat literasi yang rendah dari para siswa di Indonesia, maka harus ada upaya yang terus menerus untuk meningkatkan literasi mereka, mengingat literasi menjadi tuntutan bagi para siswa/peserta didik untuk memenuhi kualifikasi kompetensi di abad 21 ini. Saat ini Kemendikbudristek telah mencanangkan penggunaan Kurikulum Merdeka pada satuan-satuan pendidikan di Indonesia. Pengembangan literasi menjadi salah satu fokus dan perhatian pada kurikulum ini sedikit banyak telah mendorong para peneliti, guru dan praktisi pendidikan untuk melakukan eksplorasi keilmuan dalam mengembangkan berbagai model pembelajaran yang menyenangkan, sesuai dengan ragam karakteristik peserta didik dan mampu memacu mereka untuk mengembangkan literasi. Oleh karena itulah, kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini bertujuan untuk memberikan pelatihan dan pendampingan para guru Bahasa Inggris di SMP Negeri 6 Blora untuk mengembangkan Model Pembelajaran Bahasa Inggris Berbasis “Critical Thinking”.
Fostering Engagement and Basic Vocabulary Skills Through Mini Booklets in Elementary English Learning Putri, Oky Adinda; Madjdi, Achmad Hilal
SIMPLE: International Journal of English Education Vol. 3 No. 2 (2025): SIMPLE: International Journal of English Education
Publisher : Universitas Muria Kudus

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24176/simple.v3i2.14417

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Engaging young learners in English language lessons while fostering vocabulary development is a key challenge in elementary education. This study investigates the use of mini booklets, designed with colorful illustrations, as a tool to enhance student engagement and support vocabulary acquisition among first-grade students at SD 1 Margorejo. A qualitative case study approach was employed, involving 12 students as participants. Data were collected through observation sheets and teacher reflection notes to examine how the mini booklets influenced classroom dynamics and learning outcomes. The findings indicate that the use of mini booklets significantly increased students’ enthusiasm and participation during English lessons. Students enjoyed interactive activities, demonstrating improved vocabulary retention and confidence in speaking. This study highlights the effectiveness of creative, student-centered teaching materials in early English education, offering practical recommendations for educators aiming to improve engagement and learning outcomes in similar contexts.
Macrostructure, spontaneity, and interactivity: an analysis of casual talk Syafei, Muh; Nugroho, Kurniawan Yudhi; Madjdi, Achmad Hilal; Sulistyowati, Titis; Nurcahyo, Agung Dwi; Nuraeningsih, Nuraeningsih; Ekaningsih, Nur; Milad, Andurahman
EduLite: Journal of English Education, Literature and Culture Vol 11, No 1 (2026): February 2026
Publisher : Universitas Islam Sultan Agung

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30659/e.11.1.107-126

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This study provides a qualitative analysis of a casual talk between two male postgraduate EFL students, who are Indonesian, Javanese, and English-speaking close friends. The conversation, conducted spontaneously without prior planning, consists of 203 turns and forms 23 conversational story sequences. The findings highlight key aspects of casual conversation, including structural, interactive, and interpersonal features. Structurally, the dialogue follows adjacency pairs and the IRF (Initiate-Respond-Follow-up) pattern. Spontaneity is evident in filled pauses, repetitions, false starts, backtracking, incomplete utterances, and frequent use of conjunctions and fixed expressions. Interactivity is demonstrated through turn-taking, respectful silence, occasional interruptions, and discourse markers, with communication strategies employed to prevent breakdowns. Interpersonal engagement is reflected in the use of laughter and chuckles, fostering group solidarity. Coherence emerges through cooperative exchanges, where speakers provide relevant responses and comments. Additionally, negotiation occurs in both interpersonal exchanges and logical-semantic adjustments to maintain clarity and understanding. These findings suggest that the conversation builds engagement through laughter, coherence through cooperation, and clarity through negotiation, maintaining structured storytelling despite its casual tone. However, a key limitation of this study is its reliance on audio recordings, which excludes the analysis of gestures and facial expressions. Further investigation into diverse conversational contexts, participant relationships, and cultural influences could provide deeper insights into the dynamics of casual interactions