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THE IMPROVEMENT OF MARRIAGE REGISTRATION SERVICES IN THE OFFICE OF RELIGIOUS AFFAIRS OF SAYUNG SUBDISTRICT TO PROVIDE SOCIAL WELFARE Sri Wahyuningsih
IJIBE (International Journal of Islamic Business Ethics) Vol 2, No 2 (2017): September 2017
Publisher : UNISSULA

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30659/ijibe.2.2.263-276

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Along with the importance of the registration of marriage, the existence of Office of Religious Affairs is a part of a local government institution that is assigned to provide services to the community. In this matter, each state organizer has an obligation to provide excellent public services, meaning that the services provided by the government should be able to provide satisfaction to the community. This article aims at discussing some efforts to improve the service of marriage registration in the Office of Religious Affairs located in Sayung, Demak, Central Java. This research uses a descriptive qualitative method based on five service dimensions. The interview, observation and documentation are conducted to gather data. The result reveals that the quality of marriage registration service in the Office of Religious Affairs, Sayung has not been achieved ultimately. In fact, the Office of Religious Affairs, Sayung does not have a minimum service standard so that people cannot assess the service standard of marriage registration clearly. Therefore, in order to improve the service of marriage registration, the officers in the Office of Religious Affairs, Sayung need to improve the quality of marriage registration services that can be achieved by completing a clear minimum service standard.Keywords: Office of Religious Affairs, Service, Marriage Registration
DOES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHER’S PERFORMANCE MATTER? Muhamad Afandi; Sri Wahyuningsih; Linda Ika Mayasari
Jurnal Cakrawala Pendidikan Vol 40, No 1 (2021): Cakrawala Pendidikan (February 2021)
Publisher : LPMPP Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21831/cp.v40i1.35284

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The performance of teachers in realizing holistic education can be observed from how the teachers prepare, implement, and evaluate the learning process or their pedagogic knowledge. This study aims to examine the teachers’ ability to plan, implement and evaluate to assess their performance in the elementary school learning process based on tenure and gender. This research is a quantitative study with direct observation, which was conducted on 162 elementary school teachers from 30 public elementary schools in Semarang, Indonesia. Data were collected using assessment sheets. The observer was the principal which belonged to the same school as the respondent. The data were then validated using Pearson's correlation based on group tenure and gender. The instrument was analyzed using structural equation modelling (SEM) and showed that the imposition of the confirmatory factor analysis (CFA) was achieved more than a critical value of .50 which meant that the construct was valid and reliable. The understanding on teachers’ performance was indicated by teachers’ activities in preparing their class. This study found that there was no significant correlation between teachers’ performance and teaching experience or that and gender.
MEN AND WOMEN DIFFERENCES IN USING LANGUAGE: A CASE STUDY OF STUDENTS AT STAIN KUDUS Sri Wahyuningsih
EduLite: Journal of English Education, Literature and Culture Vol 3, No 1 (2018): February 2018
Publisher : Universitas Islam Sultan Agung

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | Full PDF (167.643 KB) | DOI: 10.30659/e.3.1.79-90

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This paper mainly investigates the differences between men and women in using language especially the students’ conversation at STAIN Kudus. These differences were viewed from the aspects of vocabulary, attitudes, syntax and non-verbal differences. This research belongs to a qualitative research. Data were collected through transcripts of a video documentation played by the students of Sharia Department at STAIN Kudus. The findings showed that male and female students have shown differences in their form, content, and use. Men tend to be more directive. Besides, they used more simple words. On the other hand, women were more expressive and polite in using language. In addition, they used more gestures and words signifying feeling, emotional and psychological state.
THE ENHANCEMENT OF ENGLISH TRAININGS FOR LECTURERS IN ENGLISH PRACTICUM CLASS Sri Wahyuningsih
Leksika: Jurnal Bahasa, Sastra dan Pengajarannya Vol 11, No 2 (2017)
Publisher : University of Muhammadiyah Purwokerto

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30595/lks.v11i2.2071

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This paper attempts at exploring some strategies used to improve the lecturers’ competence and facilities supporting the process of teaching English as well as the better outputs from English Practicum Class. The research belongs to a descriptive qualitative research. The interview and observation were done to gather data. The result showed that there are a number of programs designed and conducted by the chief and team of the language development unit (UPB) to enhance the competence of lecturers in English Practicum Class. These programs cover compiling a workbook of English Intensive Program “Have Fun with English”, conducting the International Conference and Call for Papers, providing Academic Writing Course for lecturers, training of TOEFL Test, training of English item test methodology, etc. In fact, some lecturers in English practicum class enthusiastically participate in such programs.DOWNLOAD ABSTRACT 
Exploring English Speaking Problems in Higher Education: Pre-Service English Teachers’ Perspectives Sri Wahyuningsih; Maisyanah Maisyanah
Journal of English Teaching and Learning Issues Vol 4, No 1 (2021): June 2021
Publisher : Institut Agama Islam Negeri Kudus

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21043/jetli.v4i1.10786

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The purpose of this present study was to explore a dozen of English-speaking problems encountered by pre-service English teachers in one of Indonesian Higher Educations. The data of this qualitative study were garnered through semi-structured interviews to ten pre-service English teachers at Institut Agama Islam Negeri Kudus and relevant documentations. The results revealed that speaking English fluently is not really easy for the pre-service English teachers. In addition, they encountered some problems including lack of appropriate vocabulary, grammar mastery, correct pronunciation, and lack of confidence. This study presents an implication in accordance with the curriculum development of speaking course in higher education particularly at Institut Agama Islam Negeri Kudus including the need of reformulating the speaking course curriculum which emphasizes on the integration of technology to arouse the spirits among pre-service English teachers in speaking English. Moreover, the need of providing more chance to speak English for them both inside and outside of the class.
Incorporating English Vocabulary Through the Use of Poster Media for Elementary School Students Sri Wahyuningsih; Fifi Novita Fitriani
Edulingua: Jurnal Linguistiks Terapan dan Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris Vol 8, No 2 (2021)
Publisher : Universitas Islam Nahdlatul Ulama Jepara

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.34001/edulingua.v8i2.2027

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The purpose of this study was to investigate how to incorporate English vocabulary among the third-grade students of MI NU Miftahul Huda 01 Karangmalang Gebog Kudus and its challenges. This study employed a qualitative research with a descriptive approach. Data were garnered through observation, interviews to the headmaster, teachers and students of MI NU Miftahul Huda 01 Karangmalang Gebog, and documentation. The results showed that the English vocabularies of students have significantly improved. It was evidenced by the enthusiastic response of students when participating in the learning process using poster media. In addition, through the use of poster media, students can easily memorize English vocabulary and its meanings on the poster media. Moreover, they are also able to pronounce English vocabulary. However, the obstacles of using poster media in teaching vocabulary include lack of motivation and confidence. This study offers an implication on the importance of using media in English language teaching particularly for young learners.
THE ROLE OF CORRECTIVE FEEDBACK ON ACADEMIC WRITING PERFORMANCE: EFL STUDENTS’ PERCEPTIONS Sri Wahyuningsih
Edulingua: Jurnal Linguistiks Terapan dan Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris Vol 7, No 1 (2020)
Publisher : Universitas Islam Nahdlatul Ulama Jepara

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | Full PDF (877.259 KB) | DOI: 10.34001/edulingua.v7i1.1167

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In the context of higher education, corrective feedback plays a crucial part in academic writing. This paper, therefore, aims to explore the role of corrective feedback on the academic writing performance of EFL students at State Islamic Institute of Kudus. The study employed a qualitative research. In order to gather data, the writer interviewed the students about the perception of the use corrective feedback in enhancing their performance in academic writing. In addition, observation and documentation were conducted to get detail information. The result showed that corrective feedback including the aspects of providing and receiving feedback has led to better improvement in students’ academic writing performance. Indeed, they become more confident in performing their academic writing task. Further, through corrective feedback, students are highly pursued to give more comments regarding the performance of their peers in academic writing. In addition, lecturers merely give clarifications towards the corrective feedbacks in academic writing class by provoking question and answer to promote the students’ critical thinking skills.
CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES OF TEACHING ACADEMIC WRITING SKILLS: A CASE STUDY OF STUDENTS AT IAIN KUDUS Sri Wahyuningsih
Edulingua: Jurnal Linguistiks Terapan dan Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris Vol 5, No 1 (2018)
Publisher : Universitas Islam Nahdlatul Ulama Jepara

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | Full PDF (202.087 KB) | DOI: 10.34001/edulingua.v5i1.820

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This article aims at exploring some possible challenges of opportunities of teaching English in academic writing skills for Indonesian learners at IAIN Kudus. The study anchors in a qualitative research. The observation, interview and documentation are conducted to gather data. The result indicates that numerous challenges faced by some learners from English Department at IAIN Kudus in the academic writing includes the difficulties of how to start writing, lack of both intensive and extensive reading, limited exposures to English vocabularies, and lack of interest in writing English. Besides, the opportunities that could be exposed to enhance the process of teaching academic writing skills among learners from English Department at IAIN Kudus are by sharpening their receptive skills such as reading and listening in order to gain successful productive skills including speaking and writing, asking them to be aware of paraphrasing English texts precisely, pursuing them to apply reference management tools properly in quoting a number of references comprising of books, journal articles, and so forth, using technology or digital tools such as instagram, facebook, blog, and so forth to enhance the process of teaching academic writing skills and pursuing them to take part in academic writing workshop and seminar.
Engaging EFL Students in English Phrases of Academic Writing: How and Why? Sri Wahyuningsih
Prominent Vol 4, No 2 (2021): Prominent: Journal of English Studies
Publisher : Universitas Muria Kudus

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24176/pro.v4i2.6243

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Academic writing has played a significant role for academicians including EFL students in academic context. Indeed, it needs study and practice to upgrade this skill since academic writing is not really easy particularly for novice writers. This paper reports the importance of engaging EFL students in English phrases of academic writing to help them improve their academic works. Further, this study reports the EFL students’ responses to the practice of English academic phrases. This study anchors in a qualitative research. Data were garnered through in-depth interviews to ten students of English Department at Institut Agama Islam Negeri Kudus. Besides, a documentation was conducted to enhance their academic writing works. The results revealed that engaging EFL students in English phrases of academic writing has been beneficial for introducing work, referring to literature, describing methods, reporting results, discussing findings, and writing conclusions. Further, they become more familiar with a number of English phrases used in academic writing. Importantly, they become more encouraged to write academic papers and improve their publication.
Javanese Language Shift, Gender and Modernity: A Case Study at IAIN Kudus Sri Wahyuningsih
ELT-Lectura Vol. 6 No. 2 (2019): ELT-Lectura Studies and Perspective in English Language Teaching
Publisher : Universitas Lancang Kuning

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31849/elt-lectura.v6i2.3097

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This study aims at exploring the phenomenon of Javanese language shift among lecturers and staffs at IAIN Kudus and their possible motives. This study used a descriptive qualitative approach and the data were taken from the interview, observation and focus group discussion. The results indicate that the use of Indonesian of male lecturers and male staffs is less striking shift than female ones. Indeed, female lecturers and female staffs tend to have a strong preference for using Indonesian rather than Javanese. This could be caused by the effect of globalization, the increased use of other languages, social changes, mobility, and modernity. The motives of language shift among the female lecturers and female staffs are the language used in a formal education is Indonesian and the increase of technology particularly in relation to social media use Indonesian as a medium to deliver information.