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IMPROVING STUDENT SPEAKING SKILLS USING THE HELLO ENGLISH APPLICATION Anggraini; Yastanti, Unpris; Faisal
Journey: Journal of English Language and Pedagogy Vol. 6 No. 1 (2023): Journey: Journal of English Language and Pedagogy
Publisher : UIBU

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33503/journey.v6i1.639

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Currently, the development of technology is very advanced. Technology can be used as an alternative to other media to gain learning about various English skills. With an application that can be used as a medium for learning English, of course, it will be very helpful for the general public or students who want to learn English instantly. One of the language skills that are very important in everyday life is speaking skills as an effective oral communication medium. The researcher used classroom action research to do this research. which aims to improve students' speaking skills using the Hello English application. This research was conducted in two cycles. The research procedure in this study consisted of four steps. Namely planning, implementation, observation, and reflection. Research instruments are in the form of observation sheets, questionnaires, tests, and documentation. From the findings and discussion, it is found that the Hello English application can improve students' speaking skills. This can be seen in test cycle 2. In cycle 2, the students' speaking scores showed that 20 students passed and 2 students failed. The average test score in cycle 2 was 8.05 and the percentage increase was 85.25%. This shows that in cycle 2 the student's score meets the success criteria of 75%. Thus, based on the results of cycle 2 the Hello English application can improve student’s speaking skills.
Enhancing Language Learning Through Ethnopedagogical Blended STEM: Effects on Students’ Creative and Problem-Solving Competencies Solissa, Everhard Markiano; Sukini, Sukini; Efendi, Burhan; Santosa, Tomi Apra; Wantu, Hasyim Mahmud; Yastanti, Unpris
Prisma Sains : Jurnal Pengkajian Ilmu dan Pembelajaran Matematika dan IPA IKIP Mataram Vol. 13 No. 4: October 2025
Publisher : Universitas Pendidikan Mandalika

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33394/j-ps.v13i4.16663

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This study aims to investigate the effectiveness of ethnopedagogical mixed STEM approaches in improving students' creative thinking and problem-solving skills in the context of language learning. Using 24 empirical studies published between 2020 and 2024, the study synthesized quantitative findings to determine the overall effect size and identify moderator variables that could influence learning outcomes. The data encoding follows PRISMA guidelines, and statistical analysis is performed using JASP software. The analysis yielded a significant overall effect measure (Hedges' g = 0.78, p <0.001), which demonstrated a strong positive impact of ethnopedagogically blended STEM learning on creative skills and problem-solving in language education. The moderator analysis showed that education level and duration of learning significantly moderated the effect size, while the year of publication and geographic region did not show significant moderation. These findings support the integration of culturally responsive STEM-based pedagogy in language teaching and highlight the importance of contextual-based learning models for fostering 21st-century skills.
Exploring Lexical and Contextual Meaning in Happier Than Ever Album by Billie Eilish Yastanti, Unpris; Oktaviani, Allya Legina; Adi, Wiruma Titian; Yuskar, Bobby Octavia; Manar, Marsandi
Eralingua: Jurnal Pendidikan Bahasa Asing dan Sastra VOL 9, NO 2 (2025): ERALINGUA (Article in Press)
Publisher : Makassar State University

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26858/eralingua.v9i2.75745

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Abstract. This study aims to identify both lexical and contextual meanings found in song lyrics, and to determine which type of meaning is more dominant in Billie Eilish’s album Happier Than Ever. The data source for this research is the lyrics from the album, analyzed using lexical and contextual meaning theories. This research employs a descriptive qualitative method and focuses on five selected songs: Getting Older, I Didn’t Change My Number, Billie Bossa Nova, My Future, and Not My Responsibility.” The analysis is based on the theories of lexical and contextual meaning proposed by Parera and Chaer. The results reveal: 1) 16 lexical meanings are identified, consisting of two types; synonymy and polysemy. Moreover, 28 contextual meanings were found, categorized into four types: mood context, situational context, time context, and purpose context 2)The analysis concludes that contextual meaning is more dominant than lexical meaning in the lyrics. This study contributes to linguistics and cultural analysis by showing how popular music uses language to express and reflect social, emotional, and individual experiences, highlighting the close relationship between language and culture.