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The Role of Self-Selected Digital Media in Students’ Motivation to Learn English: A Qualitative Study at Tadulako University, Indonesia Nur Fadilah; Mashuri Mas; Wahyudin Wahyudin; Mukrim Mukrim
Journal of English Language and Education Vol 11, No 5 (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/jele.v11i5.3159

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In an increasingly digital learning environment, students have greater opportunities to choose digital resources according to their interests and learning needs. However, less attention has been given to how students’ self-selection of different digital media is related to their motivation to learn English, particularly in the context of Indonesian university students. This study aimed to explore the types of self-selected digital media used by students and the perceived role of these media in supporting their motivation to learn English at Tadulako University, Indonesia. A qualitative descriptive research design was employed with 25 students from the English Language Education Study Program. Data were collected in two stages: a 10-item closed-ended Likert-scale questionnaire was administered to all 25 students to identify their perceptions and experiences, followed by semi-structured interviews with five selected students to obtain deeper information about their motivation and learning experiences. The data were analyzed using qualitative descriptive analysis. Questionnaire responses were summarized descriptively to identify patterns in students’ perceptions, while interview data were coded, grouped into categories, and developed into broader themes. The findings revealed that students used various self-selected digital media, including YouTube, TikTok, podcasts, movies, music applications, and language-learning applications. These media were perceived to support learner autonomy, motivation, confidence, and English skill development. Students also reported challenges, which they addressed through strategies such as using subtitles, replaying content, and practicing regularly. Overall, self-selected digital media played a supportive role in students’ motivation to learn English and encouraged continued learning both inside and outside the classroom.
A Process-Oriented Account of EFL Students’ Vocabulary Mastery through English Movies Taria Panca Nofrinin Tolah; Jamiluddin Jamiluddin; Maf'ulah Maf'ulah; Wahyudin Wahyudin
Journal of Education Research Vol. 7 No. 4 (2026)
Publisher : Perkumpulan Pengelola Jurnal PAUD Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37985/jer.v7i4.4212

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Penelitian ini mengeksplorasi proses pengembangan penguasaan kosakata mahasiswa EFL melalui menonton film berbahasa Inggris. Penelitian menggunakan desain deskriptif kualitatif pada Program Studi Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris, Universitas Tadulako, dengan 20 mahasiswa semester enam yang dipilih secara purposif. Seluruh peserta mengisi kuesioner terbuka, dan lima di antaranya mengikuti wawancara semi-terstruktur. Data kuesioner dianalisis secara deskriptif-tematik, sedangkan data wawancara dianalisis menggunakan model interaktif Miles, Huberman, dan Saldaña. Temuan menunjukkan bahwa pengembangan kosakata berlangsung melalui rangkaian tahapan yang saling berkaitan, mulai dari paparan bermakna dan noticing hingga verifikasi makna dan penggunaan kosakata. Film menyediakan paparan kosakata yang kontekstual, tetapi dialog cepat, connected speech, aksen, slang, dan idiom dapat menghambat pemahaman. Dengan demikian, menonton film berbahasa Inggris dapat mendukung pengembangan kosakata ketika mahasiswa terlibat aktif dalam noticing, verifikasi, dan penggunaan kembali kosakata. Pengajar dapat memanfaatkan film sebagai sumber pembelajaran kosakata dengan mengintegrasikan aktivitas noticing, penggunaan subtitle secara strategis, verifikasi makna, dan latihan penggunaan kosakata.
Friendship Circles as Supportive Environments for English Speaking Development: EFL Students’ Perceptions Moh. Asrul Jaya; Nur Sehang Thamrin; Wahyudin Wahyudin; Sriati Usman
Journal of Education Research Vol. 7 No. 4 (2026)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37985/jer.v7i4.4214

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In English as a foreign language (EFL) learning, friendship circles can provide informal spaces for interaction and speaking practice beyond the classroom. This study analyses students’ perceptions of the role of friendship circles in English speaking skills development. A descriptive quantitative survey involved 139 fourth-semester English Education students from three universities in Central Sulawesi, selected through convenience sampling. Data were collected using a four-point Likert-scale questionnaire. Speaking 2 and Speaking 3 course grades provided supporting descriptive information about students’ achievement in speaking courses. Data were analysed using frequencies, percentages, means, and standard deviations in Jamovi. Students reported positive perceptions of emotional support, interaction intensity, peer feedback and correction, and learning support within friendship circles. They also perceived positive development in fluency, accuracy, confidence, speaking comfort, and the ability to express ideas. The main finding indicates that students perceived their friendship circles as supportive environments for English speaking practice that complement formal classroom learning. These findings may inform teachers’ planning of speaking activities that incorporate peer support and provide opportunities for practice.
Exploring Senior High School Students Speaking Confidence During Pair Work Activities Puspita Sari; Mashuri Mashuri; Wahyudin Wahyudin; Mochtar Marhum
Journal of English Language and Education Vol 10, No 6 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/jele.v10i6.1779

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This study investigates the role of pair-work activities in developing students’ speaking confidence at SMAN 5 Palu. Using a descriptive qualitative research design, four Grade 11 students were purposively selected based on varying levels of speaking confidence. Data were collected through classroom observation, semi-structured interviews, and documentation. The findings reveal that pair-work activities create a supportive, low-anxiety environment that encourages students to speak more freely. Students reported feeling more comfortable, less nervous, and more motivated when interacting with a peer instead of speaking individually or in front of the whole class. Despite challenges such as limited vocabulary, pronunciation difficulties, and fear of making mistakes, pair-work activities helped reduce anxiety and increased communication effort. The study concludes that pair-work is an effective strategy for improving speaking confidence and suggests that teachers integrate more structured and supportive pair-speaking tasks in classroom practice.
Students’ Perception of the PMM 4 Program at Universitas Pendidikan Ganesha Bali Astrid Eunika; Mashuri Mashuri; Wahyudin Wahyudin; Darmawan Darmawan
Journal of English Language and Education Vol 10, No 6 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/jele.v10i6.1783

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This study investigates students’ perceptions of the Pertukaran Mahasiswa Merdeka (PMM) 4 Program at Universitas Pendidikan Ganesha (Undiksha) Bali. The research aims to explore how participants perceive the academic, cultural, and personal dimensions of their experience during the exchange, including the benefits, challenges, and transformative impacts encountered throughout the program. Employing a qualitative descriptive approach, data were collected through in-depth interviews with four PMM 4 alumni from various Indonesian universities. The findings reveal that students hold predominantly positive perceptions of the program. Academically, PMM 4 enriched their learning experiences through exposure to diverse teaching methods, interdisciplinary courses, and active classroom engagement, which enhanced critical thinking and communication skills. Culturally, the program fostered intercultural awareness and appreciation of Indonesia’s pluralism, enabling participants to develop tolerance and empathy through direct immersion in Balinese traditions. Personally, students reported notable growth in confidence, adaptability, and independence while navigating new academic and social environments. However, several challenges were also identified, including differences in teaching styles, limited coordination between host and home institutions, and workload intensity. Despite these issues, PMM 4 was perceived as a holistic learning platform that integrates academic development with cultural and personal growth, effectively preparing students to engage in a globalized educational context. The study suggests that stronger institutional collaboration, improved mentoring systems, and balanced program design will further enhance the effectiveness and sustainability of PMM in the future.
THE EFFECTIVENESS OF SONGS OF YOUTUBE VIDEOS IN IMPROVING PRONUNCIATION SKILL OF THE GARDE ELEVENTH STUDENTS AT SMK NEGERI 2 PALU Irmayanti Irmayanti; Mukrim Mukrim; Wahyudin Wahyudin; Zarkiani Hasyim
e-Journal of ELTS (English Language Teaching Society) Vol. 12 No. 2 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22487/elts.v12i2.3825

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The objective of this research was to prove that using Songs of YouTube Videos is effectiveness in improving pronunciation skill of the grade eleventh students at SMK Negeri 2 Palu. This research used a quasi-experimental research design. The sample of the research was 25 students from class XI BDP 1 (Bisnis Daring Pemasaran) as the experimental class and 25 students from class BDP 2 (Bisnis Daring Pemasaran) as the control class. The instruments used in this research were test, pretest and posttest. The result of the data analyzed showed that there is significant difference between the result of the pretest and posttest. The mean score of the pretest of experimental class was 45.2 while the control class was 46.8. After giving the treatment, the mean score of the experimental class in the posttest was 85.4 and the control class was 56.0. By applying 0.05 level of significance, the researcher found that the value of the t-counted (15.1) is higher than t-table (1.67). It means that the use of song of youtube videos is effective in improving pronunciation skill of the grade eleventh students at SMK Negeri 2 Palu.
THE EFFECTIVENESS OF USING RECIPROCAL TEACHING STRATEGY TO IMPROVE READING COMPREHENSION OF THE TENTH GRADE STUDENTS OF SMA NEGERI 1 SOJOL Faradila Enteding; Nur Sehang Thamrin; Wahyudin Wahyudin; Sriati Usman
e-Journal of ELTS (English Language Teaching Society) Vol. 12 No. 2 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22487/elts.v12i2.3835

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This research aims to determine whether using the Reciprocal Teaching strategy can improve reading comprehension of the tenth grade studetns of SMA Negeri 1 Sojol. The researcher applied a quasi-experimental design by using purposive sampling to get the sample. The instruments of data collection were pre-test and post-test. The pre-test was used to measure students’ basic abilities and the post-test was used to measure the students’ improvement in reading comprehension after the researcher applied the treatment. The t-test was analyzed to compare the mean scores of the experimental group (77.23) and the control group (74.71). The significance level was 0.05 with 60 degree of freedom (df = 65). The result of data analysis indicated that the t-counted (6.54) is higher than the t-table (1.659). Based on the results, the hypothesis of this research is accepted. It can be concluded that using Reciprocal Teaching strategy is effective to improve reading comprehension of the tenth grade students of SMA Negeri 1 Sojol.
STUDENTS’ PERCEPTION OF THE USE OF DUOLINGO APPLICATION IN LEARNING GRAMMAR Rezikna; Nadrun Nadrun; Wahyudin Wahyudin; Mukrim Mukrim
e-Journal of ELTS (English Language Teaching Society) Vol. 11 No. 3 (2023)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22487/elts.v11i3.4422

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This research aims to find out students' perceptions on the use of Duolingo Application in learning grammar as an alternative media to students of SMA Negeri 1 Sindue Tombusabora. The subjects of this research were 26 tenth grade students of X MIPA1 SMA Negeri 1 Sindue Tombusabora. This type of research is a qualitative research method that describes the results of using Duolingo Application. The instruments used to collect data were interviews and questionnaires. The results of the data analysis show that the use of Duolingo Application in learning grammar has a positive perceptions on students. The results are also strengthened by the students’ perceptions that Duolingo Application was very positive for grammar learning. It can help the students learn about sentence structure, simple tenses, word class, and more. Most students responded that Duolingo Application motivated them to write sentences. The results of this research can be concluded that Duolingo Application has a positive effect on students in learning grammar.
DEVELOPING STUDENTS' VOCABULARY MASTERY THROUGH HIDDEN OBJECT GAME Gayatri Ningsi; Darmawan Darmawan; Wahyudin Wahyudin
e-Journal of ELTS (English Language Teaching Society) Vol. 12 No. 1 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22487/elts.v12i1.4426

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The objective of this research is to find out if the use of Hidden Object Game can develop vocabulary mastery to the eighth grade students of SMP Negeri 4 Palu. This research employed a quasi-experimental research design that involved experimental group and control group. The sample of this research was class VIII Apel with 33 students as the control group and class VIII Rambutan with 33 students as the experimental group, selected by using purposive sampling technique. The data was collected by administering a vocabulary test consisting of a pre-test and post-test. Then the treatment was only given to the experimental group. The result of the pre-test of the experimental group was 51.43 while the control group was 52.47. The result of the post-test of the experimental group was 81.73 while the control group was 68.74. The data were analyzed statistically in order to find out the significant difference of students' achievement in the pre-test and post-test by using the t-test formula. By applying 0.05 level of significance where the degree of freedom (df) is 64, the researchers found that the value of the t-counted (5.03) is higher than the t-table (1.99). It means that the research hypothesis is accepted. In conclusion, the use of Hidden Object Game can develop vocabulary mastery to the eighth grade students of SMP Negeri 4 Palu.
APPLYING TABOO GAME IN IMPROVING VOCABULARY MASTERY OF GRADE VII STUDENTS OF SMPN 4 LUWUK Aprianto; Sudarkam R. Mertosono; Wahyudin Wahyudin
e-Journal of ELTS (English Language Teaching Society) Vol. 12 No. 1 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22487/elts.v12i1.4428

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This research aims to prove that applying taboo games can improve the vocabulary mastery of grade seven students of SMP Negeri 4 Luwuk. The research applied pre-experimental design. The population was 88 students in the academic year 2022/2023. The samples were 28 students selected employing purposive sampling technique. A vocabulary test was used when collecting the data for this research. The test was administered twice, namely pre-test and post-test. The data were analyzed statistically using a .05 level of significance and 28 degrees of freedom. The data analysis found that the students’ mean score on the pre-test was 56.27, lower than the post-test’s mean score, 79.17. A comparison of the two tests of scale describes that t-counted value = 12.241> t-table value = 1.701. Therefore, Hawas accepted, and Ho was rejected. It can be concluded that applying taboo games improve the students’ vocabulary mastery.