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Breaking the Silence: Understanding the Struggles of Students in Academic Speaking Courses Fajarina, Maskhurin; Sumanto, Ossa Bodhi Tala
Teaching English as Foreign Language, Literature and Linguisticss Vol. 5 No. 2 (2025): TEFLICS
Publisher : Program Studi Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris,, Fakultas Ilmu Pendidikan, Universitas Hasyim Asy'ari

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33752/teflics.v5i2.10715

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Academic speaking is one of the most challenging skills for university students in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) contexts. Despite years of English learning, many students remain silent, anxious, and hesitant to participate in academic discussions. This qualitative study investigates the underlying struggles faced by EFL students at Universitas Hasyim Asy’ari (UNHASY) in Academic Speaking courses. Using classroom observations and semi-structured interviews with fifteen English Education Department students, the study explores the psychological, linguistic, and pedagogical factors that contribute to classroom silence and speaking anxiety. Thematic analysis revealed three dominant struggles: (1) affective barriers such as fear of negative evaluation, perfectionism, and low self-efficacy; (2) linguistic challenges including limited vocabulary, pronunciation difficulties, and lack of academic discourse knowledge; and (3) environmental constraints such as teacher-centered instruction, insufficient scaffolding, and peer judgment. The findings highlight that silence in academic speaking classes is not mere passivity but a reflection of deeper cognitive and emotional conflicts. The study suggests that integrating reflective and deep-learning pedagogies, fostering supportive classroom communities, and promoting self-efficacy can significantly improve students’ confidence and engagement in academic speaking. The results contribute to the growing body of literature on affective factors in language learning and provide pedagogical implications for improving EFL speaking instruction in higher education contexts.
Pendampingan Pemasaran Digital UMKM Desa Gumeng Agustina, Ria Kamilah; Fajarina, Maskhurin; Laili, Elisa Nurul; Ma’rifatulloh, Sayid; Zuhriyah, Mukminatus; Daristin, Pipit Ertika; Herwiana, Sakhi
Abdi Nusantara: Jurnal Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat Vol. 2 No. 1 (2026): ABDI NUSANTARA: Jurnal Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat
Publisher : PT Media Edukasi Nusantara

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.64198/abdinusantara.v2i1.63

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Kegiatan pengabdian ini bertujuan meningkatkan kapasitas pelaku UMKM kripik dan jamu herbal di Desa Gumeng dalam aspek pemasaran digital guna memperkuat daya saing dan keberlanjutan usaha. Permasalahan utama mitra meliputi keterbatasan manajemen usaha, rendahnya literasi digital, pemasaran yang belum optimal, serta skala produksi yang masih terbatas. Metode pelaksanaan dilakukan secara sistematis melalui tahapan identifikasi kebutuhan mitra, pelatihan literasi digital, penyusunan standar operasional produksi, pendampingan manajemen usaha sederhana, serta implementasi strategi pemasaran digital berbasis media sosial dan marketplace. Evaluasi dilakukan melalui observasi, pre-test dan post-test sederhana, serta pemantauan perubahan praktik usaha. Hasil kegiatan menunjukkan peningkatan pemahaman mitra terhadap pemasaran digital, tersusunnya pencatatan keuangan yang lebih tertib, adanya diversifikasi produk, serta meningkatnya visibilitas usaha di platform digital. Pendampingan ini berdampak pada peningkatan kepercayaan diri pelaku usaha dalam memanfaatkan teknologi digital dan memperluas jangkauan pasar. Dengan demikian, pemasaran digital menjadi strategi efektif dalam mendukung penguatan UMKM berbasis potensi desa secara berkelanjutan.
The Padlet Power: Exposing the Success of Writing Learning in University Non-English Basic Classes Pipit Ertika Daristin; Sakhi Herwiana; Maskhurin Fajarina; Mukminatus Zuhriyah; Sayid Ma’rifatulloh; Elisa Nurul Laili; M. Syaichul Muchyidin
Attractive : Innovative Education Journal Vol. 8 No. 1 (2026): Attractive : Innovative Education Journal
Publisher : CV. Creative Tugu Pena

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.51278/aj.v8i1.2363

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This study seeks to assess the effectiveness of Padlet as a tool for teaching writing in classrooms where English is not the primary language. The research adopts a qualitative case study approach. Data were collected through classroom observations, semi-structured interviews, samples of student writing, and documentation of Padlet usage during writing activities. The findings indicate that Padlet increases student engagement, encourages collaboration, and supports the development of writing skills. The interactive and collaborative features of the platform help students generate ideas, reflect on their writing, and respond to feedback from peers and instructors. In addition, the variety of feedback options available on Padlet allows students to better understand their mistakes and improve their writing through revision. Padlet also provides opportunities for teachers to adapt instruction according to students’ learning needs. These findings highlight the potential of collaborative digital platforms to create more interactive and supportive writing environments, offering practical insights for integrating technology into writing instruction in non-English language classrooms