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How Indonesian Polytechnic Students Navigate TOEFL’s Demands Romadhon, Romadhon
Journal of English for Academic and Specific Purposes (JEASP) Vol 8, No 2 (2025)
Publisher : Universitas Islam Negeri Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.18860/jeasp.v8i2.32758

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Indonesian Polytechnics' implementation of the TOEFL as a graduation requirement highlights issues between the demands of global employability and the fairness of vocational education. While previous research has criticized standardized testing in higher education, the present research addresses an essential gap in investigating its implications in technical education, where English language proficiency is supplementary to the skills that are practiced in vocational education. This qualitative case study explores polytechnic students' perceptions of the role, issues, and benefits of TOEFL test as a graduation requirement. Data were collected using questionnaires (n=60) and semi-structured interviews (n=10) at a single Serang-Banten Polytechnic, and thematically analyzed to take into account how institutional policy intersects with students' academic and career trajectories. Findings suggest that 72% of the students pragmatically endorsed TOEFL as a career necessity, driven by market demands. However, systemic limitations, such as content mismatch, inadequate infrastructure, and socioeconomic inequality, reduced performance and increased exam anxiety. In particular, 60% struggled with grammar and vocabulary, while 55% reported hearing unfamiliar accents in listening sections. Despite challenges, 89% identified the benefits of TOEFL, such as the acquisition of metacognitive skills and job prospects. The study contributes new insights by situating high-stakes testing in vocational studies, countering homogenized discourses of EFL learners. The study calls for context-sensitive language policies that mediate global standards and local contexts. This research hopes to educate policymakers and educators interested in balancing employability objectives with inclusive pedagogies in Indonesia's technical education sector.
Youtube as a Source of Authentic it Discourse for Esp Learners: A Study on Linus Tech Tips Youtube Channel Romadhon, Romadhon; Yuliyanti, Novy
Indo-MathEdu Intellectuals Journal Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): Indo-MathEdu Intellectuals Journal
Publisher : Lembaga Intelektual Muda (LIM) Maluku

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.54373/imeij.v7i1.4729

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This study explores the use of YouTube as a source of authentic Information Technology (IT) discourse for English for Specific Purposes (ESP) learners. The research employs a descriptive qualitative design with documentation and qualitative content analysis methods. The data sources are five selected videos from the channel, chosen purposively based on their relevance to IT topics and pedagogical value. The data collection technique is documentation, where the videos and their transcripts are analyzed using qualitative content analysis. The findings demonstrate that integrating these authentic materials into ESP instruction, through structured pre-viewing, while-viewing, and post-viewing activities, provides significant pedagogical benefits. These include exposing learners to rich technical vocabulary in context, offering multimodal learning experiences, ensuring real-world relevance, and developing listening comprehension and critical thinking skills. Furthermore, the videos enhance learners' awareness of professional discourse norms and facilitate the integration of language and content knowledge, aligning with Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) principles. The study concludes that Linus Tech Tips videos effectively bridge the gap between classroom learning and professional communication, recommending their systematic integration into ESP IT curricula to better prepare students for the linguistic demands of the global technology sector.
PENDAMPINGAN ENGLISH CLUB UNTUK PENGUATAN KOMPETENSI BERBAHASA INGGRIS DI LINGKUNGAN MADRASAH ALIYAH KOTA CILEGON Izza Aisyah Nurmahati; Maya Amelia; ⁠Novy Yuliyanti; Latif Sufi Alhamdan; Pipin Hayadi; Arief Robi; ⁠Pilda Nugraha Firdaus; Romadhon Romadhon
Servis : Jurnal Pengabdian dan Layanan kepada Masyarakat Vol. 4 No. 2 (2026): Juni
Publisher : CV. Nature Creative Innovation

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58641/servis.v4i2.229

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Kemampuan komunikasi bahasa Inggris siswa madrasah aliyah kerap terkendala minimnya kesempatan berlatih di luar kelas. Kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini bertujuan mendampingi pembentukan English Club perdana di MA Al-Khairiyah Citangkil, Cilegon, sebagai wahana pengembangan kompetensi berbahasa Inggris yang berkelanjutan. Kegiatan berlangsung dalam dua pertemuan pada Maret 2026 bersama 35 siswa kelas 10 dan 11. Pertemuan pertama difokuskan pada pengenalan model kegiatan English Club melalui ice breaking, role play, dan workshop teknik dasar komunikasi berbasis pendekatan Communicative Language Teaching (CLT). Hasil kegiatan menunjukkan peningkatan pada kepercayaan diri berbicara bahasa Inggris, penguasaan kosakata, serta kemampuan menyusun kalimat sederhana dalam konteks komunikasi. Rata-rata skor kemampuan berbicara siswa meningkat dari 58,7 menjadi 74,3 (peningkatan 26,6%). Pertemuan kedua diarahkan pada pembentukan organisasi secara resmi, mencakup diskusi visi dan misi, pemilihan pengurus, penyusunan program kerja, serta seremoni peresmian. Tim pengabdi turut menyerahkan modul kegiatan sebagai panduan operasional English Club secara mandiri. Pihak sekolah menyambut antusias dan berkomitmen memberikan dukungan bagi keberlangsungan English Club.
HARMONIZING UNIVERSITY ENGLISH INSTRUCTION WITH STUDENT PREFERENCES: A QUALITATIVE STUDY OF PEDAGOGICAL ALIGNMENT IN EFL CONTEXTS Novy Yuliyanti; Romadhon Romadhon
ELP (Journal of English Language Pedagogy) Vol. 11 No. 2 (2026): ELP (Journal of English Language Pedagogy)
Publisher : Universitas Mahaputra Muhammad Yamin

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36665/elp.v11i2.1180

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         Despite the global importance of English, many university students still struggle to achieve expected English proficiency. This study explores the gap between lecturer teaching methods and student learning preferences in English courses at a university in Cilegon, Indonesia. Using a qualitative approach based on Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) and Affective Filter Theory, semi-structured interviews were conducted with 15 students and 5 lecturers. The data were analyzed using thematic analysis by Braun and Clarke. The findings show a clear mismatch between teaching methods and student preferences. While 80% of lecturers used theory-focused teaching, 87% of students preferred practical and communicative activities. Differences were also found in the use of technology, where lecturers mainly used digital tools for delivering materials, while students preferred learning through songs and films. These differences increased students’ anxiety about making grammar mistakes. The study shows that learning difficulties are influenced more by teaching approaches than by students’ motivation to learn.
Foreign Language Anxiety in ESP Courses: Analyzing Factors Among Business Digital, Cyber Security, and Tax Accounting Students Novy Yuliyanti; Romadhon Romadhon
Prominent Vol. 8 No. 1 (2025): Prominent: Journal of English Studies
Publisher : Universitas Muria Kudus

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24176/pro.v8i1.13613

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This study explores Foreign Language Anxiety (FLA) among students in English for Specific Purposes (ESP) courses across three majors: Business Digital, Cyber Security, and Tax Accounting. FLA, characterized by apprehension in language learning, significantly impacts students’ academic performance, particularly in specialized fields where language proficiency is crucial. Using the Foreign Language Classroom Anxiety Scale (FLCAS), the study assessed communication apprehension, test anxiety, and fear of negative evaluation among 160 first-year polytechnic students. The results indicated that Business Digital students reported the highest overall anxiety, particularly due to fear of peer ridicule during speaking activities. Cyber Security students experienced significant anxiety related to comparisons with peers, feeling less competent in language skills. Conversely, Tax Accounting students showed the lowest anxiety related to correction feedback, reflecting a tolerance for learning from mistakes. The findings suggest that each major's unique demands shape the nature of FLA, highlighting the need for tailored instructional strategies to mitigate anxiety and enhance language learning in ESP contexts.
REVITALISASI PEMBELAJARAN BAHASA INGGRIS MELALUI MATERI KONTEKSTUAL BERBASIS NILAI ISLAM DI TBM AL-BAROKAH Novy Yuliyanti; Romadhon Romadhon
Jurnal Edukasi Pengabdian Masyarakat Vol 5 No 1 (2026): JANUARI 2026
Publisher : FIP UNIRA MALANG

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36636/eduabdimas.v5i1.8841

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Penguasaan bahasa Inggris di lingkungan Sumur Jaya, Cilegon, sering terhambat oleh persepsi kesulitan dan kekhawatiran orang tua terhadap erosi nilai budaya lokal. Kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat ini bertujuan untuk merevitalisasi minat belajar bahasa Inggris anak-anak melalui integrasi materi kontekstual berbasis nilai Islam. Menggunakan pendekatan Participatory Action Research (PAR), program ini melibatkan 24 anak usia 5-12 tahun di TBM Al-Barokah melalui empat sesi pendampingan yang meliputi pengenalan kosakata moral, penerjemahan ayat Al-Qur'an, dan role-play. Hasil evaluasi menunjukkan peningkatan kompetensi kognitif yang signifikan, dengan rata-rata nilai tes meningkat dari 45,2 menjadi 78,6, serta kenaikan tertinggi pada kategori ekspresi adab. Secara afektif, 92% peserta merasa pembelajaran lebih menarik karena relevansinya dengan ibadah harian, yang berdampak pada penurunan kecemasan berbicara. Program ini membuktikan bahwa materi religius efektif sebagai strategi scaffolding dalam pembelajaran bahasa asing.
Pengaruh Pemahaman Peraturan Perpajakan Terhadap Kepatuhan Wajib Pajak Studi Kasus: di KPP Pratama Cilegon Angga Nugraha; Dian Febrianti; Novan Ekkiwinatha; Lisa Arisa; Annissa Pratiwi; Khairun Nisa; Romadhon Romadhon
As-Syirkah: Islamic Economic & Financial Journal Vol. 4 No. 2 (2025): As-Syirkah: Islamic Economic & Financial Journal 
Publisher : Ikatan Da'i Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56672/

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This study examines the effect of understanding tax regulations on taxpayer compliance at the Cilegon Primary Tax Office (KPP Pratama Cilegon). This research is motivated by the importance of improving taxpayer compliance to optimize state revenue, with the level of understanding of tax regulations identified as a key influencing factor. This study employs a quantitative approach using a survey method. Primary data were collected through questionnaires distributed to 60 registered individual taxpayers at KPP Pratama Cilegon. Data were analyzed using validity and reliability tests, classical assumption tests, simple linear regression analysis, and t-tests, processed with SPSS version 27. The results indicate that understanding tax regulations has a positive and significant effect on taxpayer compliance. The t-value was 7.710, which is greater than the t-table value of 2.001, with a significance level of 0.000 (p < 0.05). The coefficient of determination (R²) of 0.506 shows that understanding of tax regulations explains 50.6% of the variation in taxpayer compliance, while the remaining 49.4% is explained by other factors not included in this study. These findings confirm that the higher a taxpayer’s understanding of tax regulations, the higher their compliance in fulfilling tax obligations.