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INVESTIGATING MARITIME CADETS’ DIFFICULTIES IN ENGLISH SPEAKING AT NUSANTARA MARITIME ACADEMY BANJARMASIN Muhammad Arinal Rahman; Elisa Rosiana; Moch. Nurdin
Pena Jangkar Vol 2 No 2 (2023)
Publisher : Akademi Maritim Nusantara

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.54315/penajangkar.v2i2.51

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This study examined the English-speaking barriers faced by marine cadets at Nusantara Maritime Academy in Banjarmasin. This study employed a qualitative, descriptive-analytic approach. In this study, there were 30 participants or cadets; 15 were level 1 cadets in their first semester, and 15 were level 2 cadets in their third semester. Interviews and observation were the tools employed in this study. The statistics showed that the Nusantara Nautical Academy in Banjarmasin's maritime cadets had difficulty speaking English. The issues mentioned were solely the linguistic component of speaking ability, specifically a lack of vocabulary, poor pronunciation, and improper grammar. It was discovered that grammar problems were widespread problem among nautical cadets. Lack of vocabulary was the second challenge maritime cadets encountered. The most recent issue was improper pronunciation.
AN INVESTIGATION OF THE UTILISATION OF ENGLISH IN THE INTERNSHIP PROGRAMS AMONG THE CADETS OF NUSANTARA MARITIME ACADEMY Muhammad Arinal Rahman; Moch. Nurdin
Pena Jangkar Vol 3 No 1 (2023)
Publisher : Akademi Maritim Nusantara

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.54315/penajangkar.v3i1.63

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This study aims to examine the utilisation of the English language within the context of the internship programme for maritime cadets, utilising interviews and observations as primary data collection methods. This qualitative research endeavour seeks to offer valuable insights into the role of English language in the internship program for maritime professionals. The findings of this study have made significant contributions to the improvement of language training programmes, communication protocols, and overall safety and efficiency in maritime internship settings. The empirical evidence indicates that possessing a strong command of English is essential for successfully carrying out safety drills, ensuring smooth vessel navigation and engine maintenance, fostering intercultural comprehension and efficient collaboration, and overseeing documentation procedures in port operations. The study places significant emphasis on the necessity of efficient language instruction, the resolution of language-related obstacles, and the facilitation of intercultural dialogue in order to adequately equip maritime academies and internship programs for fruitful internships and prospective careers as skilled and capable seafarers.