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All Journal Indonesian Journal of Applied Linguistics (IJAL) Language Literacy: Journal of Linguistics, Literature, and Language Teaching BUAH HATI Jurnal Eduscience (JES) Getsempena English Education Journal Studies in English Language and Education ICONESTH
Zahria Amalina
Universitas Bina Bangsa Getsempena
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Linguistic errors made by Islamic university EFL students Aziz, Zulfadli A.; Fitriani, Siti Sarah; Amalina, Zahria
Indonesian Journal of Applied Linguistics Vol 9, No 3 (2020): Vol. 9, No. 3, January 2020
Publisher : Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.17509/ijal.v9i3.23224

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In a writing activity students are required to transfer their knowledge to express their ideas on both what to say and how to say it. The difficulties in applying this knowledge have become obstacles for learners in constructing good writing. Consequently, these obstacles may cause the students to make errors. By adopting the notions of Error Analysis (EA) and the Surface Strategy Taxonomy as the theoretical frameworks, this study investigates the types of linguistic errors produced by the students. Along the way the sources behind the errors were also analyzed. This study employed the qualitative method design in which the case study approach was utilized. Ellis’ five-step procedure of EA was adopted to analyze the data of essays comprising of 150-300 words written by 23 EFL students of the fourth-semester at English Department at a state university. They were purposively selected as the participants of this study. It was found that omission was the most frequent errors identified in the students’ writings. Overall, 122 (63%) cases out of 195 cases were categorized under this type of errors. The number marker, verb-tense, article, preposition, subject-verb agreement, and pronoun were the categories of frequent errors made by the students, respectively. These were followed by addition (18%), misformation (15%), and misordering (5%). Significance to the source of errors, intralingual transfer turned out to be the main reason that provoked the blunder in the students’ writings. It was apparent that some of the interlinguistic contrast was the reason behind the errors. It appeared that the diverse systematical concept between the Indonesian language and English in terms of verb conjugation factor, inflectional morpheme, and auxiliary-verb abandonment were the strong contenders of the error sources. Additionally, interlingual transfer and context of learning also took part for the reason behind the errors.
ATTITUDES OF ENGLISH EDUCATION STUDENTS TOWARDS WORLD ENGLISHES: PREFERENCES AND CULTURAL INFLUENCES Amalina, Zahria; Said Miftahul, Fahmi; Marlisa Aini, Rizka; Zuhra, Intan
Getsempena English Education Journal Vol. 11 No. 2 (2024)
Publisher : English Education Department

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46244/geej.v11i2.2940

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This study is based on the concept of World Englishes (WE). It aims to examine the attitudes and awareness of university students towards different varieties of English. Data was collected from 38 students through a questionnaire, with 10 participants selected for interviews. The mixed method design of concurrent embedded was used to analyze the data, combining qualitative interview data with quantitative questionnaire data for a comprehensive result. The qualitative data from the interview were integrated with the quantitative data from the questionnaire to reinforce the findings. All data collected from the participants were carefully examined and analyzed. The study revealed that students possess a general awareness and positive attitudes towards various forms of English. However, their limited exposure to these varieties hinders their knowledge and understanding of them. This preference reflects the influence of socio-cultural factors on language learning and suggests the need for a more comprehensive approach to English language education that includes exposure to world Englishes.
THE USE OF SHOW AND TELL (S&T) STRATEGY IN TEACHING VOCABULARY FOR THE KINDERGARTEN TEACHERS Aini, Rizka Marlisa; Fadhilah, Nurul; Amalina, Zahria; Fahmi, Said Miftahul; Andika, Wiwi
Jurnal Buah Hati Vol. 11 No. 2 (2024)
Publisher : Department of Early Childhood Education, Universitas Bina Bangsa Getsempena

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46244/buahhati.v11i2.2936

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This study focuses on enhancing the vocabulary mastery skills of kindergarten teachers by employing the Show and Tell (S&T) method. The research adopts a quantitative approach, specifically utilizing experimental research design. A total of 12 kindergarten teachers from TK Khalifah 3 Banda Aceh participated in this study. Data collection was conducted through pre-tests and post-tests, using multiple-choice questions designed to assess vocabulary mastery. The instruments measured specific indicators, including mastery of standard language, completion of gap sentences, identification of synonyms, and recognition of antonyms. The collected data were analyzed using the T-test formula to determine the effectiveness of the intervention. The findings reveal that the implementation of the Show and Tell (S&T) strategy significantly improved the vocabulary mastery of the teachers involved. This improvement is attributed to the interactive and engaging nature of the S&T method, which encourages teachers to participate actively and develop their language skills in a more meaningful and practical manner. The study concludes that the Show and Tell (S&T) strategy is an effective tool for enhancing vocabulary skills among kindergarten teachers, equipping them with the linguistic proficiency necessary for their teaching roles. This research highlights the importance of innovative teaching methods in professional development and underscores the potential of active learning strategies in improving language skills among educators. Further studies are recommended to explore the long-term impact of the S&T method and its applicability across different educational contexts.
INTERNATIONAL IMPROVING THE STUDENTS LISTENING COMPREHENSION BY USING SPOTIFY APP IN ENGLISH SONG Zahria Amalina; Rosdiana Rosdiana; Intan Kemala Sari; Hestika Dewi
International Conference on Education, Science, Technology and Health (ICONESTH) 2024: The 2nd ICONESTH
Publisher : International Conference on Education, Science, Technology and Health (ICONESTH)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46244/iconesth.vi.393

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The objectives of this study were to determine whether the use of the Spotify app improves students' listening skills. A pre-experimental design was used in this research. The subjects were 35 tenth-grade students of SMAN 5 Banda Aceh. The researcher conducted a pre-test before the treatment and a post-test to assess the results of the treatment. These tests were used as instruments for data collection. Furthermore, the data were analyzed and interpreted using quantitative procedures with SPSS version 25. The results indicate that the mean score of the post-test is higher than the mean score of the pre-test: the mean score of the post-test was 82.86, while the mean score of the pre-test was 62.43. This shows a difference in students' listening comprehension of English songs and narrative podcasts before and after being taught using the Spotify application. Additionally, based on the statistical analysis using a T-test with SPSS version 25 for Windows, the result of Thitung was -12.116, which is higher than the Ttable value of 1.995469 (-12.116 > 1.995469). This indicates that there is a significant difference in listening comprehension scores before and after being taught with the Spotify application at SMAN 5 Banda Aceh. In conclusion, based on the results, the Spotify application is an effective tool for teaching listening comprehension to students at SMAN 5 Banda Aceh.
DEVELOPMENT OF SCIENCE TEACHING AIDS USING RECYCLED MATERIALS TO IMPROVE STUDENTS' CRITICAL THINKING SKILLS Lili Kasmini; Reni Reni; Safrina Junita; Zahria Amalina
International Conference on Education, Science, Technology and Health (ICONESTH) 2024: The 2nd ICONESTH
Publisher : International Conference on Education, Science, Technology and Health (ICONESTH)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46244/iconesth.vi.579

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The Low Critical Thinking Skills of Fourth Grade Students at SDIT Nurul Ishlah and the Lack of Effective Learning Media and Teaching Aids are the Background of This Research. The purpose of this research is to measure the validity, analyze the practicality, and determine the effectiveness of science teaching aids made from recycled materials in improving students' critical thinking skills. The method used is Research and Development (R&D) with the ADDIE development model, which consists of five stages: Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation. The results of the research indicate that the science teaching aids made from recycled materials were assessed as highly valid, with a percentage of 95.56% from media experts and 97.78% from material experts. In terms of practicality, the teaching aids were considered very practical, with a 94% rating from teachers. The effectiveness test using the One Sample T-Test produced a p-value of 0.05, indicating that these teaching aids are effective in improving students' critical thinking skills. Furthermore, the N-Gain test showed a score of 72.42%, indicating a high level of improvement in students' critical thinking skills. Overall, the science teaching aids made from recycled materials have been proven to be highly valid, practical, and effective in supporting the learning process and enhancing students' critical thinking skills.
INTEGRATING LOCAL WISDOM THROUGH PEUNAJOH-INDATU VIDEOS TO ENHANCE EFL STUDENTS’ SPEAKING SKILLS Zuhra, Intan; Agustisa, Mutia; Darwis, Muhammad; Nurjannah, Nurjannah; Amalina, Zahria
Language Literacy: Journal of Linguistics, Literature, and Language Teaching Vol 8, No 2: December 2024
Publisher : Universitas Islam Sumatera Utara (UISU)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30743/ll.v8i2.10200

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Numerous studies have investigated the use of videos as a medium for teaching English; however, there remains a significant gap in research on the utilization of local wisdom-based videos, particularly in the Indonesian context. This study examines students’ perceptions of employing Peunajoh-Indatu, a local wisdom-based procedure text video, as a tool to enhance their speaking skills. A quantitative research approach was adopted, with questionnaires serving as the primary data collection instrument. The study involved 25 final-year high school students from SMA Negeri 1 Kutablang. The findings reveal overwhelmingly positive responses from the students, with 80% agreeing that the use of local wisdom-based videos significantly motivated them to improve their speaking abilities. The integration of culturally relevant materials heightened their enthusiasm for learning and practicing speaking. Moreover, the accessibility of the videos allowed students to engage in independent learning by re-watching and practicing outside the classroom, further reinforcing their speaking competence and overall confidence.
Does it really help? Exploring the impact of Al-Generated writing assistant on the students English writing Rahmi, Regina; Amalina, Zahria; Andriansyah, Andriansyah; Rodgers, Adrian
Studies in English Language and Education Vol 11, No 2 (2024)
Publisher : Universitas Syiah Kuala

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24815/siele.v11i2.35875

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The increasing use of tools that assist English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learners in achieving writing fluency has drawn attention to the rapidly evolving role of AI in education. This study evaluates an AI-generated writing assistant in English language learning, that is the ParagraphAI text generator, focusing on its potential impact and effectiveness for L2 learners writing skills. This AI-powered writing software curates writing content according to writers preferences. Four seventh-semester EFL students were selected using homogeneous purposive sampling. Data collection involved tests and questionnaires, with subsequent analysis including text comparison to measure Lexical Diversity indices, followed by descriptive analysis. The results indicate that while the AI writing assistant aids in correcting grammatical errors and enhancing text cohesion and coherence, it lacks content density at times. In some instances, the intended message and thoughts of the students were not effectively conveyed, leading to the inclusion of ideas unrelated to the initial topic. This study underlines the importance of considering linguistic and content-related aspects in evaluating AI-generated writing assistants. While the tool enhances grammatical accuracy and structural coherence, further refinement is needed to address deficiencies in content density. The analysis of four seventh-semester EFL students offers valuable insights into the evolving AI in education, prompting considerations for optimizing these tools to better meet the diverse needs of language learners and educators.
Place naming in Aceh: The genesis and generic patterns of toponyms in Banda Aceh and Greater Aceh Aziz, Zulfadli A.; Dewi, Cut; Amalina, Zahria
Studies in English Language and Education Vol 10, No 3 (2023)
Publisher : Universitas Syiah Kuala

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24815/siele.v10i3.31043

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Studies conducted on documenting toponymic histories and issues of place name taxonomy and etymology in the Acehnese language are few to begin with. As names of villages in Aceh suggest, it indicates that many indigenous place names in the province seem to be redundant and possibly rooted from landscape formations. This study investigates the role of geographical and environmental as well as migration possibilities on their toponymy by using the descriptive method. The data were obtained from Acehnese village names in Banda Aceh and Greater Aceh areas, and observation and in-depth interviews were also used as instruments. The data were analyzed using the model proposed by Miles et al. (2014). The results of this study demonstrate the history and etymology of similar names of villages in Greater Aceh and Banda Aceh areas. However, those names are not related to the migration of people. In general, place naming in Aceh was based on the genesis of the naming and the generic pattern. The former was associated with the specific object or entity, the historical reasons and use of specific-word oriented, whereas the latter was mainly succeeding word-forming elements that followed different patterns of lexicon combinations and loan-words. This study shows that toponyms consist of a multi-facetted structure, which entails different features according to situations.
THE EFFECTIVENESS OF LEADERSHIP STYLES IN EFFORTS TO MAINTAIN TRADITIONAL ISLAMIC BOARDING SCHOOL CULTURE AS LOCAL WISDOM OF ACEH Zahraini, Zahraini; Amalina, Zahria; Akmaluddin, Akmaluddin; Sari, Siti Mayang
JURNAL EDUSCIENCE Vol 12, No 5 (2025): Jurnal Eduscience (JES), (Authors from Malaysia and Indonesia)
Publisher : Universitas Labuhanbatu

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36987/jes.v12i5.7692

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Purpose – This study aimed to determine the effectiveness of leadership style in Islamic boarding schools in preserving the traditional Islamic boarding school culture as local wisdom of Aceh.Methodology – This study uses a quantitative approach with a descriptive-correlational design through a structured questionnaire on the leaders, teachers, and staff of the Insafuddin Integrated Islamic Boarding School, Banda Aceh. The data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics, including normality tests, multicollinearity, heteroscedasticity, Pearson correlation, and simple linear regression to measure the influence of leadership style on the maintenance of Islamic boarding school culture.Findings – This study shows that leadership style positively affects efforts to maintain the traditional Islamic boarding school culture, as the local wisdom of Aceh. The results of simple linear regression analysis show a regression coefficient value of 0.533 and a determination coefficient (R²) of 0.211, which means that leadership style explains 21.1% of the variation in efforts to preserve Islamic boarding school culture. This finding shows that leadership plays an important role in maintaining the sustainability of Islamic boarding school cultural values amidst the challenges of modernization.Contribution – This study contributes to the literature on educational leadership by proposing an adaptive authority model that combines religious legitimacy, cultural roots, and participatory managerial practices. Practically, this study provides insights for Islamic boarding school leaders and policymakers in designing leadership development programs, succession planning, and managerial innovation that balance cultural preservation with the demands of modern education.
Co-Authors Agustisa, Mutia Akmaluddin Akmaluddin Andika, Wiwi Andriansyah Andriansyah Cut Dewi, Cut Hestika Dewi Intan Kemala Sari Intan Zuhra Lili Kasmini Marlisa Aini, Rizka Nurjannah Nurjannah Nurul Fadhilah Regina Rahmi Reni Reni Rizka Marlisa Aini Rodgers, Adrian Rosdiana Safrina Junita Said Miftahul, Fahmi Siti Mayang Sari Siti Sarah Fitriani, Siti Sarah Wiwik Handayani Zahraini Zahraini Zulfadli A. Aziz, Zulfadli A.