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Engaging Secondary School Students In Word Mapping Strategy In Learning General Vocabulary of Descriptive Text: A Classroom Action Research Ayu, Ayu; Ridwan, Iwan; Yanto, Elih Sutisna
Journal of Educational Sciences Vol. 9 No. 2 (2025): Journal of Educational Sciences
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31258/jes.9.2.p.748-757

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The aim of the study is to find whether Word Mapping Strategy can engage Secondary school students in learning general vocabulary of descriptive text. In order to achieve the research objectives, a classroom action research was used as a research design in this study. The participants of this study were 23 students of class VIII in one of Islamic secondary schools. The results of the study showed that word mapping strategy is effective to engage students in learning vocabulary. Most of students respond positively to the use of this strategy. The students feel satisfied with this strategy. They said that this strategy give them many benefits such as increasing students’ vocabulary, give the clearer meaning and make students feel motivated in the learning process. However, even though word mapping has many positive impacts, this strategy also makes students feel challenged, especially when students are asked to make word map charts in their notebooks. Therefore, this research finding can be studied more deeply for the future research to resolve the emerged problem. From the results of the research, it can be concluded that this strategy is highly recommended to be applied for the teacher in teaching vocabulary.
The Implementation of Gamification Using Wordwall for Speaking Practice at A Junior High School in Karawang Rahayu, Karina Sri; Utami, Praditya Putri; Ridwan, Iwan
Journal of Educational Sciences Vol. 9 No. 6 (2025): Journal of Educational Sciences
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31258/jes.9.6.p.4991-5001

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This study aimed to investigate the implementation of gamification using Wordwall as a tool to support students' speaking practice in an English class at a junior high school in Karawang. A qualitative case study design was employed to explore students’ experiences, challenges, and engagement. Data were collected through classroom observations and semi-structured interviews with five selected students actively participating in speaking activities. The findings indicated that Wordwall support students’ motivation, confidence, and collaboration during speaking practices. Furthermore, Wordwall’s interactive elements supported students’ comprehension and vocabulary usage. However, the study also identified several challenges, including limited vocabulary, fear of making grammatical mistakes, and pressure from game elements. In addition, Wordwall was considered as an appropriate gamification tool for support speaking engagement. The study concludes that gamified learning using Wordwall could benefit English speaking practice, especially in classroom with limited resources, and recommends its integration to support language development and collaborative learning.
Integrating Debate in Speaking Learning Through Project Based Learning: Case Study at a Senior High School in Bekasi Buhaeri, Aulia Humairo; Sumarta, Sumarta; Ridwan, Iwan
Journal of Educational Sciences Vol. 10 No. 1 (2026): Journal of Educational Sciences
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31258/jes.10.1.p.1708-1718

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Speaking activities in English classrooms often remain teacher-centered and lack opportunities for students to develop critical thinking. This study aims to analyze how debate activities facilitate teachers in implementing Project-Based Learning (PBL) in speaking instruction and to identify the challenges encountered during its application. Using a qualitative method with a case study design, the research was conducted at a senior high school in Bekasi. Data were collected through classroom observations and interviews with an English teacher and analyzed using thematic analysis. The results revealed that integrating debate into PBL effectively enhanced students’ speaking skills, particularly in fluency, pronunciation, vocabulary, and confidence. The teacher’s role shifted from instructor to facilitator, creating a more active and student-centered learning environment. Despite challenges such as limited time, varying student abilities, and inadequate school facilities, the debate-based PBL approach proved to promote communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and creativity. In conclusion, debate integration within PBL serves as an effective model to improve both linguistic competence and 21st-century learning skills.
Implementing Role Play in English Speaking Class: A Descriptive Case Study Situmorang, Nila Dharmayanti; Yanto, Elih Sutisna; Ridwan, Iwan
Journal of Educational Sciences Vol. 10 No. 3 (2026): Journal of Educational Sciences
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31258/jes.10.3.p.668-685

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Speaking anxiety remains a persistent barrier for Senior High School EFL students, limiting their ability to communicate effectively in English. This study explored implementation of role play as a teaching strategy to enhance speaking skills and reduce anxiety through real-life situational practice using AI character. Conducted at a Senior High School in Karawang, the study involved 26 students from class XI IPA 3, this study employed qualitative method and used a case study design. Researcher used triangulation method to collect the data including classroom video recordings, semi-structured interviews, and questionnaires. Findings reveal that the integration of structured role play activities increased students' motivation, speaking fluency, and self-confidence. The data showed that 73.1% students agreed role play increased their participation in learning process, while 15 out of 26 students reported feeling confident during English speaking activities. In addition, 13 students reported improvements in their pronunciation, 6 students reported enhancements in their fluency, and 16 students recognized better mastery of vocabulary. Students responded positively to the interactive learning process. This study concluded that role play activities with a structured framework through real-life contexts is an effective learning method to enhance speaking skills and reduce anxiety for EFL students.
Student Perceptions of Learning Vocabulary Through Task-Based Learning (TBL): A Case Study Amelia, Amelia; Ridwan, Iwan; Al-Baekani, Abdul Kodir
Journal of Educational Sciences Vol. 10 No. 3 (2026): Journal of Educational Sciences
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31258/jes.10.3.p.11-22

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Vocabulary is a fundamental component of English language learning as it supports the development of other language skills. However, many students still experience difficulties in vocabulary acquisition due to monotonous teaching methods and limited use of interactive learning media. This study aims to investigate senior high school students’ perceptions of learning vocabulary through Task-Based Learning (TBL) integrated with crossword puzzles. A qualitative approach with a case study design was employed, involving eleventh-grade students from a senior high school in Karawang. Data were collected through classroom observations and semi-structured interviews and analyzed using thematic analysis. The findings revealed that the integration of crossword puzzles within the TBL framework created a more engaging, interactive, and meaningful learning environment. Students showed increased motivation, active participation, and better understanding of vocabulary across the pre-task, during-task, and post-task stages. They perceived vocabulary learning as enjoyable, less stressful, and effective in helping them remember and apply new words in context. In conclusion, the use of Task-Based Learning combined with crossword puzzle media positively influenced students’ vocabulary learning experiences, motivation, and confidence.
Co-Authors Abda Abda Abdul Kodir Al-Baekani Abdurahman, Ismail Abdurohim Abdurohim Abdurrahim Abdurrahim Abdurrohim Abdurrohim Ade Dwi Putra Janata Afiyanti, Widiya Amartya, Dini Amelia Amelia Angelia, Riche Annisa Fitri Anggraeni AT, Mulyadi Ayu, Ayu Aziz, Abdul Azizah, Savira Nur Azzahra, Anugrah Syifa Bakri, Asri Ady Buhaeri, Aulia Humairo Damaranti, Anisyafa Firda Dwi Dewi, Een Siskawati Diannisa, Lutfi Eko Andrijanto Elih Sutisna Yanto, Elih Sutisna Farika, Dinda Dwi Fathurrizqi, Haikal Fauzi Miftakh Haryandi, Yopi Heryana, Lina Marlina Hielwana, Hanadia Hilmansyah Saefullah Iin Ratna Sumirat Ima Maisaroh Iman, Atep Irsyad, Muhammad Fadhilah Istinganatul Ngulwiyah Istinganatul Ulwiyah Jakaria Jakaria Jakaria Jakaria Jakaria Jakaria Jaya, Mulia Kamil, Acep Bahrum Khaerul, Khaerul Kurniawan Putra Yudha Mahmud Apriadi Maimunah, Ni'mah Maya Rahmawati, Maya Mobit, Mobit Muhammad Reza Pahlevi Najmudin Najmudin Najmudin Nugraheni, Latif Sofiana Pauti, Ekbar Pradittya, Rindie Praditya Putri Utami Qurotul Aini Rahayu, Karina Sri Rahmani, Kalisha Arlinda Rahmayanti, Kartika Tri Ramadanti, Dwi Ayu Ramadanti, Nisrina Ratu Amalia Hayani Ratu Amelia Hayani Rispiandi Rispiandi Rukiyanto Rukiyanto, Rukiyanto Rusli, Abdul Rahman Samsul Hidayat Sari, Arum Pandan Sari Sidik Indra Nugraha, Sidik Indra Sirojudin, Rumbang SITI MAHMUDAH Siti Muhibah Siti Muhibah Situmorang, Nila Dharmayanti solihat, siti Suci Humaeroh Sujanah, Nanah Sumarta, Sumarta Syathybie, Aca Ubaydillah, Ubaydillah Utami, Cahya Ramadanti Utami, Noviani Wachyudi, Kelik Wasehudin, Wasehudin Widiasturi, Aries Widiya Avianti Widyabuningsih, Dewi Widyastuti, Nurwita yudiardi, dodi Yulianeta