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The Effectiveness of Using the English Subtitle of Western Friendly Child Movie Media to Enhance Students’ English Vocabulary Pratiwi, Rita Yulia; Arafiq; Amrullah
Journal of English Education Forum (JEEF) Vol. 5 No. 1 (2025): JAN-MAR 2025
Publisher : Program Studi Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29303/jeef.v5i1.835

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The purpose of the study is to investigate the impact of using English subtitles from Western child-friendly movies on students' English vocabulary. This research was experimental research and implemented a pre-test post-test group design. The sample of thsi research was the students from 9th grade students of SMP 1 Praya which consisted of 50 students. This research used observation and test as the research instruments. The result of this research showed that the independent sample t-test revealed a significance (2-tailed) value of 0.000. Since this value is less than the standard threshold of 0.05, it indicates that the difference between the mean scores of the control and experimental classes is statistically significant. This finding confirms that the observed variation in scores is unlikely to have occurred by random chance. Therefore, it can be concluded that the intervention applied to the experimental class using English subtitles in Western child-friendly movies had a substantial and measurable impact on improving students’ vocabulary proficiency compared to the traditional teaching methods employed in the control class. These findings highlight the effectiveness of using English subtitles in Western child-friendly movies as a teaching tool for improving vocabulary. The experimental class's significant improvement compared to the control class's limited progress underscores the potential of innovative methods over traditional teaching approaches in enhancing students’ English vocabulary proficiency.
The Significant Effect of Using Phonetic-Based Materials in Teaching Pronunciation Skills in Grade XI of SMAN 1 Mataram Hidayat, Andre; Arifuddin; Arafiq; Kamaludin
Journal of English Education Forum (JEEF) Vol. 5 No. 2 (2025): APR-JUN 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29303/jeef.v5i2.854

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This research investigates the significant effect of using phonetic-based materials, particularly the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA), in teaching pronunciation skills to eleventh-grade students at SMAN 1 Mataram. Employing a quasi-experimental design with a one-group pre-test and post-test model, the study involved 32 students from class XIF MIPA-6. Data were collected through pronunciation assessments using the Elsa Speak application, which analyzed students’ performance before and after treatment. The treatment consisted of structured lessons integrating phonetic symbols and guided practice across four meetings. The statistical analysis using a paired sample t-test showed a significant difference between pre-test and post-test scores (t = 2.275 > t-table = 2.040, α = 0.05), indicating that phonetic-based materials positively affected students’ pronunciation skills. Despite the modest increase in mean scores (from 75.8 to 76.5), the improvement was statistically significant. The study concludes that the integration of phonetic-based materials is an effective approach to enhance English pronunciation among EFL students.
Analysis of Student Needs for English Teaching Materials in Management Department Faculty of Economics and Business University of Mataram Husmia, Tria Rizki; Amrullah; Arafiq
Journal of English Education Forum (JEEF) Vol. 5 No. 2 (2025): APR-JUN 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29303/jeef.v5i2.859

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This study aims to investigates the English language needs of Management Study Program students at the Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Mataram, emphasizing the importance of English for Specific Purposes (ESP). As globalization intensifies, proficiency in English tailored to students’ academic and professional fields becomes critical. Employing a qualitative descriptive method, data were collected from 35 third-semester students through questionnaires and interviews, focusing on their learning needs, goals, and preferred content. Analysis revealed that speaking skills are prioritized by students to enhance their future career prospects, while there is a strong demand for English materials directly related to management contexts. The findings highlight that students require materials that are not only easy to understand but also practically applicable to their future workplaces. This study underscores the need for lecturers to develop specialized English teaching materials that align with students' professional goals and specific disciplines. It also recommends that English teaching at the university level move beyond general proficiency to incorporate industry-relevant language skills. Finally, the study suggests future research involve larger sample sizes to further enrich understanding and curriculum development. The integration of ESP principles into English teaching is essential for preparing graduates who are competent, confident, and ready for the demands of their professions.
The Use of Gamification in Teaching Vocabulary of 11th Grade Students at SMAN 4 Mataram Aisyah, Baiq; Muhaimi, Lalu; Arafiq
Journal of English Education Forum (JEEF) Vol. 4 No. 2 (2024): APR-JUN 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29303/jeef.v4i2.576

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This study delves into the transformative potential of integrating gamification principles into vocabulary learning for 11th-grade students at SMAN 4 Mataram. Vocabulary acquisition is critical for academic progress, especially in preparation for standardized exams and college admissions, yet conventional methods often lack student engagement. Gamification, defined as the incorporation of game elements into non-gaming contexts, emerges as a promising strategy. The research explores how English teachers at SMAN 4 Mataram employ gamification, addressing questions about the types used, advantages gained, and obstacles faced. Using a qualitative descriptive approach, the study identifies two principal gamification classifications: content gamification, involving modifications to educational materials, and structural gamification, integrating game elements without altering content. Teachers utilize diverse gamification methodologies, fostering interactive learning environments. Challenges include accommodating diverse student abilities and aligning with evolving curriculum requirements. Theoretical implications span educational gamification, cognitive processes in vocabulary acquisition, and motivation theories. Practically, the study aims to enhance students' vocabulary skills, academic performance, and engagement, offering valuable insights for educators and policymakers in leveraging gamification for improved language learning outcomes.
Teaching English to Students with Developmental Disabilities: A Study on A School for Disabilities Students in East Lombok Ismayani, Rahmi; Sahuddin; Arafiq; Amin, Muhammad
Journal of English Education Forum (JEEF) Vol. 4 No. 1 (2024): JAN-MAR 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29303/jeef.v4i1.587

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This study aimed to investigate the teachers’ problems in teaching English to students with developmental disabilities and the factors that cause the problem to arise. This study used a descriptive qualitative method. The subjects of this study were 2 teachers on a school for disabilities students, one teacher was from SMPLB (Sekolah Menengah Pertama Luar Biasa) and one Teacher was from SMALB (Sekolah Menengah Atas Luar Biasa). The data was collected through interviews and observations. The research findings showed that the teachers had problems in teaching English to students with developmental disabilities such as difficulty in find appropriate teaching approach strategies, difficulty in applied sign language, difficulty in explain themselves in English especially orally, and difficulty in managing students. Several factors caused the problems, such as the teachers lack of expertise in teaching English, teachers’ lack skill in classroom management, teachers lack in mastery subject, and teachers lack of skill in general communication with students
Pedagogic Translanguaging in EFL Classroom: A Study at MTsN 1 Mataram Safitri, Bq. Diana; Arafiq; Udin; Yusra, Kamaludin
Journal of English Education Forum (JEEF) Vol. 4 No. 1 (2024): JAN-MAR 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29303/jeef.v4i1.610

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Translanguaging is the practice of changing the usage of two different languages or more in order to improve communication and enrich the linguistic aspects of language use. This study presents the use of translanguaging in EFL classroom by English teachers. The main aim of this study is to describe the components and the functions of translanguaging used by the English teachers at MTsN 1 Mataram during teaching and learning process. The subject of this study consisted of two English teachers who teach at MTsN 1 Mataram. The results of this study show that there are two components and six functions of translanguaging used by the English teachers. The translanguaging’s components used by the English teachers were dominated by 58% code-switching, and 42% translating and interpreting. The difference between translanguaging and code switching is in the concept. Translanguaging allows anyone to use more than two languages without constraints, yet code-switching has its own limitations. In addition, the highest frequency of translanguaging functions is message qualification which occurred 30 times or 31%. Meanwhile, the lowest frequencies are quotations, and personalization vs objectification, where each of these functions contains one data. The implications of translanguaging in education are vast and can have a positive impact on various aspects of teaching and learning
SPEECH ACT IN STRANGER THINGS SEASON 3: A PRAGMATICS STUDY Bagis, Haula; Mahyuni; Arafiq
Pendas : Jurnal Ilmiah Pendidikan Dasar Vol. 10 No. 02 (2025): Volume 10 No. 02 Juni 2025 In Press
Publisher : Program Studi Pendidikan Guru Sekolah Dasar FKIP Universitas Pasundan

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23969/jp.v10i02.24035

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Speech acts are a type of spoken language and part of pragmatics that occur in both verbal and nonverbal contexts. This study examines the use of speech acts by the characters in Stranger Things: Season 3, focusing on illocutionary acts as classified by Searle (1980), which include assertive, directive, commissive, expressive, and declarative speech acts. Using a descriptive qualitative approach, this research analyzes the speech acts found in the characters' utterances to determine their types, frequency, and relevance to characterization. The results indicate that all five types of speech acts appear in the series, assertive (36.18%), directive (36.64%), expressive (24.91%), commissive (1.87%), and declarative (0.40%). Assertive speech acts, which include stating, affirming, and describing, are frequently used by the main characters to convey information and theories. The presence of speech acts in Stranger Things: Season 3 is also consistent with the creative vision of the Duffer Brothers as directors.The high frequency of assertive and directive speech acts in the study illustrates how characters often face urgent situations that require immediate action, whether in confronting supernatural threats or navigating everyday social interactions. Overall, speech acts in Stranger Things: Season 3 shape character interactions and drive the plot, consistent with the Duffer Brothers' storytelling style.
The Effect Of Using Quizlet Application In Learning English Vocabulary: An Experimental Study At Vii Grade Students of SMPN 3 Praya Tengah Pratiwi, Siti Nurpadila; Arafiq; Putera, Lalu Jaswadi; Melani, Boniesta Zulandha
Journal of Authentic Research Vol. 4 No. 2 (2025): December
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36312/jar.v4i2.3646

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This quasi-experimental research examined the impact of the Quizlet application on students’ English vocabulary mastery at SMPN 3 Praya Tengah, a rural junior high school located in Central Lombok, Indonesia. The study was conducted in response to students’ limited vocabulary knowledge and the insufficient use of interactive digital learning tools. Thirty seventh-grade students participated and were assigned to experimental and control groups. A 30-item vocabulary test focusing on the topic “Personality and Skills” was administered as both pre-test and post-test. The experimental group underwent five instructional sessions utilizing Quizlet’s interactive modes Flashcards, Learn, Match, and Test while the control group received conventional instruction. The test instrument was validated by expert reviewers, and its reliability coefficient, measured through Cronbach’s Alpha, was 0.87, indicating high internal consistency. Data were processed using SPSS 26, including tests of normality, homogeneity, and an independent samples t-test. Statistical analysis revealed a significant difference between the two groups (t(28) = 3.57, p = 0.002, d = 0.80), resulting in the rejection of the null hypothesis (H?) and acceptance of the alternative hypothesis (H?). These findings demonstrate that Quizlet effectively enhances students’ vocabulary mastery, learning motivation, and autonomy. The results also align with retrieval practice and gamification theories, confirming that Quizlet can serve as an effective digital medium for improving vocabulary acquisition, especially in rural educational settings with limited access to technology This suggests Quizlet can be integrated into junior high school curricula to promote autonomous vocabulary acquisition.
Teacher’s Strategies in Teaching English Vocabulary at Elementary School: A Case Study at First Grade Students of Elementary School 3 Karang Bongkot West Lombok, Academic Year 2024/2025 Rahman, Latifa Nurul Anggraeni Sophia; Arafiq; Susanti, Ni Wayan Mira; Elmiana, Dewi Satria
Journal of Authentic Research Vol. 4 No. 2 (2025): December
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36312/jar.v4i2.3746

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This study investigates the strategies employed by English teachers in teaching vocabulary to first-grade students at Elementary School 3 Karang Bongkot, West Lombok, during the academic year 2024/2025. The study aims to identify the challenges faced by teachers and describe the effective strategies used to overcome these challenges. The method of this research was qualitative research. The subject is an English teacher of SDN 3 Karang Bongkotwho taught the first grade. Data were collected through classroom observations and semi-structured interviews. The findings reveal several challenges, including classroom management, diversity of students’ mother tongue, and limited teaching facilities or media. To overcome these barriers, the teacher applied the Total Physical Response (TPR) through songs and games supported with translation, memorization, and visual aids like printed pictures. These approaches successfully increased student participation, maintained focus, and created a more enjoyable learning atmosphere. The study concludes that effective vocabulary learning for young learners depends on the teacher’s creativity in combining methods, techniques, and media suited to children’s characteristics.