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Integrating Google Classroom in Teaching: Changing the Learning Culture in Higher Education during a Pandemic Ismail, Ismail; Mustakim, Mustakim; Samad, Ita Sarmita
Maspul Journal of English Studies Vol 3 No 1 (2021): Blended Learning, Language Education
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Enrekang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v3i1.954

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Technology integration is a benefit for students to learn differently to achieve goals and create the most important part of student life today. Google Classroom is a trend of blended learning in higher education that changes the strategy of delivering learning and teaching. The aim of this exploratory study is to investigate whether or not this application can be covered to develop or support learning in a Bachelor level of English Language Education program to facilitate student achievement. The test design was used to analyze student performance and the survey of perceptions of the use of Google Classroom was evaluated statistically using a questionnaire. The results revealed that students who participated in answering questions at the pretest found that there was no significant difference between the control group (45%) and also the experimental group (45.45%). In the posttest results, the two groups obtained an increase within the value of the final examination, however the contribution of 5th-semester students with the utilization of Google Classroom specifically benefited those with higher grades (81.82%) compared to third-semester students (70%). Moreover, the results of the student perceptions survey during this study indicate the use of Google Classroom is observed positively as a technology which will modernize dynamic learning and engagement, stimulate critical thinking and their participation if used suitably for learning functions.
The Implementation of Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) in Teaching English Jabri, Umiyati; Samad, Ita Sarmita
Maspul Journal of English Studies Vol 3 No 1 (2021): Blended Learning, Language Education
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v3i1.1186

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This research was aimed at finding out the way of the teacher in implementing of Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) in teaching English at class of SMPN 1 Enrekang, exploring the media, problems, and types of CLT activities that students prefer. The population of this research was the teachers and the students of SMPN 1 Enrekang. The sample was three teachers and two classes. In this research, the data were obtained through three kinds of instruments namely, observation checklist, interview, and questionnaire. The result showed the ways of teacher in implementing of CLT were the teachers used principles of CLT methodology stated by Richards (2006:13). Moreover, the researcher found two other ways. Firstly, the teacher always tried to use creative ways/activities in applying Richards’s principles of CLT methodology in order not only to motivate and interest but also to decrease the boredom of students in learning English. Secondly, the teacher showed her sympathy, sensitivity, and understanding to their students’ needs and problems. Generally the problems encountered by the teachers were the students rarely communicated with others using English in daily life so they are lack of English proficiency. The media used by teacher were authentic materials, non-authentic material, listening exercises, internet, and computer based program. The result of questionnaire calculation is about 49.71. This result is in like categories as stated in Liker scale. Based on the data, the top rank of CLT activities that students prefer was task completion activities (100% of students).
Implementation of Body-Movement Method in Teaching Basic Vocabulary at University Muhammadiyah of Enrekang jabri, Umiyati; Samad, Ita Sarmita; Nurazikin, Nurazikin
Maspul Journal of English Studies Vol 4 No 2 (2022): English Education
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v4i2.3900

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The subject of this research was vocabulary class in the Muhammadiyah University of Enrekang, 2021/2022 academic year. The data were in the form of quantitative data. The quantitative data were collected from the students’ vocabulary score of pre-test and post-test to see the improvement of the students’ vocabulary mastery. The research findings showed that vocabulary mastery of most students’ increase after body movement game technique was used in the teaching and learning process. It was indicated by the increase of the mean students’ vocabulary score in the pre-test and post-test (52, 07 to 76, 57). The students’ involvement and classroom interaction during the implantation of the game were increased. It was showed by students’ enthusiasm during the game. They tried to be the first winner and raised their competitiveness among them. In addition, the implementation of Body Movement Game technique and the complementary actions were successful to help the students’ memorize and understand new words easily. In conclusion, the students’ vocabulary mastery was increased through the implementation of Body Movement Game.
The Problem Faced by International Internship Students in Conducting Teaching Practices at Southern Thailand Fatmawati, Fatmawati; Jabri, Umiyati; Samad, Ita Sarmita
Maspul Journal of English Studies Vol 4 No 2 (2022): English Education
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v4i2.4074

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The international internship program was the topic of this research provides opportunities for students to be involved in community service conducted abroad. This research was qualitative by taking data from eight students who participated in this international internship program. The results of this study used a descriptive method. This study aims to analyze the problems faced and the solutions used by the intern students of the Muhammadiyah University of Enrekang batch 2. The results of this study indicate that there are 8 problems faced by interns, including administrative problems, health, psychological, culture shock, language barriers, teaching assignments, social, and available facilities. Apart from the problem, this research also includes the solutions used by the interns to solve these problems. With this research, it can be used as a reference or guideline for students who want to take part in international internships later
The Influence of Handbook Made By KUKIS Program to Student English Vocabulary jabri, Umiyati; Ismail, Ismail; Assidiq, Ilham; Samad, Ita Sarmita; Setiawan, Ahmad Fajrin
Maspul Journal of English Studies Vol 5 No 2 (2023): Curriculum Development
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v5i2.5839

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This study examines the effect of utilizing a handbook developed within the KUKIS program on enhancing students' English vocabulary. Research was conducted in SD Negeri 110 Lura with a population were students of V and VI. The research was carried out using experimental research with a Pre-experimental Research Design with The One-Shot Case Study. Data of research statistical was analyzed by the model of simple linear regression. Results of the analysis indicated that the correlation coefficient value was 0.87 and the determination coefficient value was 0.75. Based on the result, it can be assumed that there is a very high positive linear influence of the handbook made by the KUKIS Program on students’ English vocabulary at English learning with a contribution of 76% and equation regression is Y =0.75X+ 7.06. These outcomes underscore the substantial positive impact of integrating the KUKIS Program handbook in enhancing students' English vocabulary in an instructional context.
A Study on the Transformative Public Library Usage of the Second Semester Students of STKIP Muhammadiyah Enrekang Samad, Ita Sarmita; Ismail, Ismail
Maspul Journal of English Studies Vol 1 No 1 (2019): Majesty: Language Education
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v1i1.49

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This study was aimed at knowing the extent to which the use of the transformative public library of the second semester students of STKIP Muhammadiyah Enrekang. The subjects of the study were the second semester students of STKIP Muhammadiyah Enrekang in primary school teacher education department. The data was collected through interview. The result shows that the students use the transformative public library in three purposes. The first is as a media to do the assignment from the campus. The second is to read interesting books. The third is to participate in a book fair. Yet, there are some students who never use the facilities given by the public library since they never go there.
The Use of Indonesian Slang by Makassar Families in Their Daily Interaction Jabri, Umiyati; Samad, Ita Sarmita
Maspul Journal of English Studies Vol 1 No 2 (2019): Majesty: Language Education
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v1i2.116

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This research was aimed at finding out the kind of Indonesian slang that is used by Makassar family in their daily interaction. Indonesia slang’s called bahasa gaul (the 'social language'), where bahasa means 'language' and gaul means 'social', 'cool' or 'trendy'. Indonesian slang is predominantly used in everyday conversation, social milieus, among popular media and, to a certain extent, in teen publications or pop culture magazines. The researchers employed descriptive research method.. The researcher took the audio recordings, wrote the transcript of conversation, and analysing the extract of conversation .The researchers took their own family as the subject of the research. The result showed most of Makassar family use Indonesian slang in their daily interaction. They are rare use Indonesian formal language when they speak with the others family member. There are two kinds of Indonesian slang which is always used by them, namely Jakarta slang and Makassarese slang.
Essay Error Analysis on the 1st Year Students of English Education Department Mustakim, Mustakim; Samad, Ita Sarmita
Maspul Journal of English Studies Vol 1 No 2 (2019): Majesty: Language Education
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v1i2.121

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Analyzing student problems is very important part to help English teachers in developing teaching materials, assessments and teaching methods. Unfortunately, this is not a very easy thing unless the teacher has to analyze student errors. This study discussed common mistakes made by STKIP Muhammadiyah Enrekang students in the first year in writing Essay. Qualitative descriptive research was used to describe data relating to errors used in essay writing on first year of English department of STKIP Muhammadiyah Enrekang. In this paper, researchers discussed the research method namely (1) research design, (2) subject and object of research, (3) method and data collection instruments, and (4) data analysis. The data obtained from assignments collected which have been given for several weeks. Types of errors can be classified into 24 types out of 10 mistakes of students’ essay writing from the highest to the lowest. They are article, preposition, spelling, word choice, subject-verb agreement, auxiliary verb, plural form, verb form, capital letter, and meaningless sentences.
Enhancing Active Learning Through Gamified Platforms: Insights from the Implementation of Quizizz in English Language Education Khayrullah, Nur Fitrawan; Umiyati, Umiyati; Samad, Ita Sarmita; Hasan, Hasan
Maspul Journal of English Studies Vol 6 No 2 (2024): Curriculum Development
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v6i2.8580

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This study aims to determine the effect of the implementation of the Quizizz application on the English learning outcomes of students at MTs. DDI Enrekang. The population of this study was 34 grade VIII students at MTs. DDI Enrekang selected as samples using total samples. This study is quantitative with a pre-experimental one group method. From the output obtained the average pre-test score of students is 47 while for the post-test is 74. The results of the average post-test scores of students are included in the good category. Then if seen from the t-count> t-table which is 13.122> 1.692 then there is a significant influence between variable X on variable Y. So it can be concluded that Ha is accepted while Ho then in this study there is a significant influence in the implementation of the Quizizz application can improve students' English learning outcomes at MTs. DDI Enrekang. For authors who want to conduct similar research on students' English learning outcomes, it is expected to use the latest version of the Quizizz application.
Factors Influencing Students’ Anxiety in Speaking English: A Case Study at SMA Muhammadiyah Kalosi Triastuti, Triastuti; Samad, Ita Sarmita; Rahmaeni, Rahmaeni
Maspul Journal of English Studies Vol 6 No 2 (2024): Curriculum Development
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v6i2.8582

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This study investigates the factors influencing students' anxiety in speaking English at SMA Muhammadiyah Kalosi, aiming to identify specific challenges and propose practical solutions to enhance speaking performance. Employing a qualitative case study design, data were collected through semi-structured interviews, classroom observations, and document analysis of 33 high school students. The results reveal that self-perception, fear of ridicule, feelings of inability, lack of preparation, and fear of making mistakes significantly contribute to speaking anxiety. Observational data corroborate these findings, highlighting symptoms like rapid breathing and nervous laughter. Reducing anxiety includes thorough preparation, mental training, and authentic materials like English songs and films. The study emphasizes the importance of a supportive classroom environment and provides insights into effective anxiety management techniques. These findings have implications for English language teaching practices, suggesting that creating a safe space for making mistakes and incorporating engaging materials can enhance students' confidence and speaking skills. The study contributes to the broader discourse on language anxiety and offers a foundation for future research in diverse educational settings.