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Language and Communication Development of Students with Hearing Problems in Special Needs Schools Ahmad Yudi Saputra; Ade Sopyan Hadi; Zulfadli Hamdi
International Journal of Pedagogy and Learning Community (IJPLC) Vol. 1 No. 1 (2024): International Journal of Pedagogy and Learning Community (IJPLC)
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Padang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24036/ijplc.v1i1.4

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Language and speech are tools for communication. Language and communication problems are particularly evident in students with hearing and speech problems. This research aims to find out the hearing and speech problems of hearing-impaired students from the aspects of phonology, morphology, syntax, semantics, and pragmatics. Three theories are closely related to communication, language, and speech. First are behaviorism theory, nativism theory, and interactionalism theory. This study uses a design-shape research case that uses a qualitative approach to explain and describe language and speech errors among students with more profound hearing problems. Results from the analysis of the findings acquired, that the research almost answered the questions by using three types of instruments: interview anecdotal records, and even checklists. Through all three methods, we can conclude that the student's hearing becomes increasingly bad, and it becomes more and more difficult for him to speak well. Students who have level hearing which is light and simple can speak if given intervention regularly while students with severe or relatively severe hearing need to get treatment immediately. Collaboration with parents also plays an important role in helping the student with hearing problems in dealing with disability. Continuous education at home and at school have positive impacts on the students. 
Evaluating the Effectiveness of a General English (GE) Program with Peer Tutoring in Enhancing Freshmen's Speaking Skills and Communication Confidence Dwimaulani, Astrid; Ali, Muhammad Usman; Saputra, Ahmad Yudi
Jurnal Ragam Pengabdian Vol. 3 No. 2 (2026): Mei-Agustus, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): Multidisciplinary Perspectiv
Publisher : Lembaga Teewan Journal Solutions

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This research sought to assess the effectiveness of the General English (GE) Program in enhancing the English-speaking skills and communication confidence of freshmen at Hamzanwadi University. A convergent design utilising a mixed-methods approach was implemented, engaging 40 first-year students participating in the 2025/2026 General English Program. Quantitative data were gathered using a one-group pretest-posttest methodology, and qualitative data were acquired using semi-structured interviews. The results indicated that the average speaking score rose from 64.00 in the pretest to 74.12 in the posttest, signifying a 15.81% enhancement. Interview findings indicated that students exhibited increased confidence in their English communication skills and regarded Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) and peer tutoring as efficacious methods for fostering an engaged and supportive educational atmosphere. Despite the persistence of many hurdles, the results suggest that the General English Program significantly improved students' speaking skills and communication confidence. The research indicates that combining Communicative Language Teaching with peer tutoring may serve as an effective teaching framework for English preparation courses in higher education.