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Unlocking Reading Comprehension: Empowering English Language Learners through Main Idea Identification Strategies Pranoto, Yohanes Heri; Inharjanto, Anselmus; Ismadi, Florentinus Heru; Clara, Catharina; Leovani, Ega
Wacana Akademika: Majalah Ilmiah Kependidikan Vol 7 No 2 (2023)
Publisher : Fakultas Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan, Universitas Sarjanawiyata Tamansiswa

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English reading can be challenging for language learners, as they often require a high level of comprehension and critical thinking skills. Developing a strategy for identifying the main idea of each paragraph can be a helpful tool for improving reading proficiency. This study investigated the effectiveness of teaching students to identify the main idea of each paragraph in order to empower their English reading skills. The study employed an experiment with a pre and post-test design, with 22 students from St. Paul Minor Seminary participating in the study. The pre and post-test design was used to measure the effectiveness of the intervention. The pre and post test results were analyzed with a dependent sample t-Test to determine if there was a significant improvement or not. The study found that identifying the main idea can be helpful in improving reading comprehension and motivation, as the students are better able to understand the plot. Overall, the study provided valuable insights into the use of specific strategies for enhancing reading skills in language learners.
The Effect of the TOEFL Preparation Program on Reading Skills and Structure Mastery of Prospective Students Pranoto, Yohanes Heri
JET ADI BUANA Vol 5 No 01 (2020): Volume 05 Number 01 April 2020
Publisher : Universitas PGRI Adi Buana Surabaya

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36456/jet.v5.n01.2020.2345

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Preparation is one step for someone to be mentally feasible and skilful to join and be a part of an activity or a group. Likewise is for senior high school students proposing to go to higher education. One challenge for those prospective university students is the mastery of English - a scientific language. The study aims at assisting the prospective students, at the level of pre-intermediate English skills, ready to continue to higher education by providing an English reading and structure course. The participants are 14 final-level students of St. Paul Minor Seminary. One-group experiment design, with pre-posttest design, is used to perceive the effectiveness of the course. The findings show the improvement only on reading skills. However, the test-result discussion on the structure is held to observe the washback effect on the test performance. The test questions are taken from the English Proficiency Test of Musi Charitas Catholic University.
Student-Authored Publications as an Innovative Pedagogical Strategy to Enhance Course Learning Outcomes in Higher Education Pranoto, Yohanes Heri
IJET (Indonesian Journal of English Teaching) Vol. 15 No. 1 (2026): July
Publisher : Department of English Language Education, UIN Sunan Ampel Surabaya

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15642/ijet2.2026.15.1.12-26

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This study investigates the integration of student-authored publications as an innovative pedagogical strategy within Language Learning Assessment (LLA) and Second Language Acquisition (SLA) courses. Based on the Outcome-Based Education (OBE) framework and the MBKM (Merdeka Belajar–Kampus Merdeka) policy, this approach leverages student-authored publications as a means to deliver a more active, authentic, and performance-oriented learning experience. The study employed a qualitative descriptive method involving nine pre-service teachers. Data were collected through 16 weeks of classroom observations, a thematic analysis of 18 student-authored book chapters, and semi-structured interviews with two participants. The data were analyzed through thematic analysis. The results indicate that the publication project positively contributed to the achievement of Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs). This activity encouraged students to shift from simply understanding the material to actively synthesizing and constructing knowledge. In addition to improving academic achievement, the publication process also helped students establish their identities as pre-service teachers and scholars, strengthening their academic agency. However, students still face several challenges, particularly related to the high cognitive load and difficulty managing their time during the MBKM program. This project demonstrates strong alignment with the Impactful Campus spirit through its tangible contributions to society. Student-developed assessment resources were successfully utilized by partner schools, providing direct benefits to teaching practices. The study concludes that student-authored publications can serve as pedagogical bridges that meaningfully connect theory, practice, and reflection, provided they are supported by an adequate institutional framework.