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IMPROVING STUDENTS’ EXPRESSIVE WRITING ABILITY USING BRAINSTORMING TECHNIQUES Dian Fera Pratiwi; Rahmah Julianti
ELITERATE : Journal of English Linguistics and Literature Studies Vol 2, No 3, Dec (2022): ELITERATE: Journal of English Linguistics and Literature Studies
Publisher : Faculty of Languages and Literature, Universitas Negeri Makassar

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This research aims to find out whether the use of brainstorming significantly improves the expressive writing ability of the first-year students of the accommodation department of SMK Negeri 8 Makassar, South-Sulawesi, Indonesia. The research employed a pre-experimental method with a one-group pretest and posttest design. The sample was chosen by applying a cluster random sampling technique. The data were collected through writing tests. The results of the test were analyzed using the SPSS 16.00 version. The use of brainstorming as part of the treatment was chosen because it can attract the interest of the students and trigger more ideas. In line with that, the research results showed that there was an improvement in the students’ expressive writing ability between the pretest and posttest after the treatment. Based on the result, it can be concluded that the use of brainstorming significantly improves students’ expressive writing abilities. More research is needed to improve learning quality, and future researchers are hoped to address any flaws discovered in this study.
HYPNOLEARNING AS A WAY FOR FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS IN VOCATIONAL HIGH-SCHOOL TO LEARN ENGLISH GRAMMAR Abd Halim; Nur Mutmainna Halim; Dian Fera Pratiwi
Community Development Journal : Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat Vol. 4 No. 4 (2023): Volume 4 Nomor 4 Tahun 2023
Publisher : Universitas Pahlawan Tuanku Tambusai

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/cdj.v4i4.18787

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Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengeksplorasi efektivitas dari hypnolearning dalam belajar grammar dan motivasi siswa selama proses pembelajaran tersebut. Penelitian ini adalah penelitian eksperimental yang melibatkan satu kelas siswa X di SMK 8 Makassar dengan menggunakan uji-t dependen (berpasangan). Instrumen yang digunakan untuk mengumpulkan data adalah tes grammar dan kuesioner untuk data motivasi. Berdasarkan hasil penelitian, ditemukan bahwa ada perbedaan yang signifikan antara rata-rata pengetahuan tata bahasa siswa sebelum dan sesudah perlakuan yang dimana p-value 0,00 lebih kecil dari tingkat signifikan 0,05 (5%). Ini berarti bahwa hypnolearning efektif bagi siswa untuk belajar tata bahasa Inggris. Selain itu, motivasi siswa dalam belajar tata bahasa selama implementasi hypnolearning umumnya kuat. Hal ini disebabkan oleh beberapa faktor yaitu kepribadian dosen, penggunaan cerpen, visualisasi dan penyegaran.
INVESTIGATING THE EFFECTIVENESS OF PROJECT BASED LEARNING WITH TIKTOK APP ON STUDENTS’ SPEAKING OUTCOME Rahmah Julianti; Dian Fera Pratiwi
EDU RESEARCH Vol 4 No 2 (2023): EDU RESEARCH
Publisher : IICLS (Indonesian Institute for Corporate Learning and Studies)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47827/jer.v4i2.105

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This paper focuses on the problem of classroom teaching and learning through classroom action research. The students’ speaking ability, diagnostic test and the implementation of Project-based learning led to this study. This research aims to investigate the effectiveness of PjBL with Tiktok app on students’ speaking outcome. The subjects of this study were 36 first grade senior high students of SMAN 13 Makassar in academic year 2022/2023. The learning outcome shows the improvement of the students’ speaking ability after cycle I and cycle II have been conducted. Increased numbers of students achieved the basic completeness requirement shows the improvements in their speaking ability. The proportion of students who managed to pass was 86 % in cycle I. The mean score from 70.0 in the pre-cycle to 80.7 in cycle I. The trend persists into cycle II, where the mean score increases to 84 and the proportion of students who passed rises to 94% with some students categorized as excellent.
GENDER INEQUALITY DEPICTED IN INDONESIAN BEST-SELLING NOVEL BEAUTY IS A WOUND Halim, Nur Mutmainna; Dahniar, Dahniar; Halim, Abd; Anugrah, Indah; Pratiwi, Dian Fera
ELLITE Vol 8, No 2 (2023): ELLITE: November
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Jember

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32528/ellite.v8i2.22194

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This study focuses on the novel Beauty is a Wound, which was originally translated by Annie Tucker from the Indonesian novel Eka Kurniawan's Cantik Itu Luka (2002). This study was conducted to identify and analyze instances of gender inequality in "Beauty is a Wound." This study aims to: 1) identify the forms of gender inequality portrayed by women in Beauty is a Wound; and 2) the meaning behind inequality. The qualitative descriptive approach was adopted in this investigation. Mansour Fakih's (2013) idea is being utilized by researchers. The findings revealed that women face four categories of gender inequality: subordination (four), marginalization (six), violence (25), and stereotyping (five). In this study, the meaning of inequality is that (1) women's characters do not provide the same rights as other children to get education, study, and socialize; (2) prisoners appear helpless and do not have the right to manage their own lives, which results in marginalization; (3) they were subjected to poor treatment at the hands of Japanese soldiers, which resulted in both physical and psychological injuries, which led to the claim that it was violence; and (4) the assumption that they were vile individuals.
INTERNAL FACTORS INFLUENCING STUDENTS' SPEAKING ACHIEVEMENT Pratiwi, Dian Fera
International Journal of Research on English Teaching and Applied Linguistics Vol. 5 No. 1 (2024)
Publisher : Institut Agama Islam Negeri (IAIN) Bone

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30863/ijretal.v5i1.6352

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The purpose of this study was to discover and provide a descriptive description of the internal elements that influence the high speaking achievement of the students. To gain additional knowledge regarding the elements that contribute to the student's high speaking performance, this research utilised a case study approach supported by quantitative and qualitative data. The data resources included two kids from SMKN 8 who had achieved high success in speaking English, their parents, teachers, classmates, and the headmaster of SMKN 8 Makassar. Observation, interviews, inventories, the TOEIC test, and documentation reviews were the instruments that were utilised in this study. Analysis of the data was performed according to its nature. A qualitative analysis was performed on the information gathered through observation, interviews, and the reading of documents. According to the findings, the internal factors that contributed to the student's high achievement were as follows: (a) a highly positive attitude; (b) a high level of motivation; (c) a high level of interest; (d) a learning style that was very high and positive in both visual and auditory terms; (e) a metacognitive learning strategy; (f) a very low level of anxiety; and (g) a high level of English proficiency as well. After considering all of these elements, it became clear that the student's great accomplishment in speaking was unquestionably due to factors that were internal to the kid. 
Mobile Assisted Language Learning (MALL) to Enhance Students Speaking Fera Pratiwi, Dian; Julianti, Rahmah; Dewi Anggung, Sinta; Ima, Nur; Mutmainnah Halim, Nur
ELS Journal on Interdisciplinary Studies in Humanities Vol. 7 No. 4 (2024): DECEMBER
Publisher : Hasanuddin University

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.34050/els-jish.v7i4.41949

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This research concerned and focused on the effect of the implementation of MALL on the students' speaking achievement and find out whether or not the students are interested in learning English speaking comprehension through SpeakingPal Application as a part of Mobile Assisted Language Learning (MALL). This research employed a quasi-experimental research method. The instrument of this research involved a speaking test, questionnaire, and interview. This research used a purposive sampling technique. The respondents of this research were from two different classes and each class was assigned to two different groups which were Experimental and Control groups. Each group consists of 25 students. The Experimental group was the group that was given the treatment by using Mobile Assisted Language Learning (MALL) while the control group was given the Conventional teaching and learning method. The effectiveness of the treatment was determined by comparing the post-test scores of both groups. The data regarding students' speaking achievement was collected by speaking tests, questionnaires, and interviews were used to collect the data regarding with the student's interest. The result of this study showed that there was a significant difference between the students’ scores taught by using SpeakingPal and the conventional method. It was proven by the mean score of the experimental group After the treatment applied the difference scores of the posttest between experimental and control group were huge. It means that there was an impressive improvement after treatment applied for experimental group. The mean score of the students‟ pretest of experimental group was 10.20 with standard deviation 1.53; meanwhile the mean score of the students‟ pretest of control group was 8.20 with standard deviation 1.66. And the mean score of the students‟ posttest of experimental group was 14.12 with standard deviation 2.33; while the mean score of students‟ posttest of control group was 10.36 with standard deviation 1.73. It means that the mean score of posttests from both groups were higher than pretest (10.20<14.12) and (8.20<10.36). The test result indicated that the implementation of SpeakingPal had a significant effect in improving students' speaking achievement. From the questionnaire and interview the data showed that 64% of students were categorized as highly interested and 32% of students were categorized as interested level. So, it can conclude that the implementation of SpeakingPal positively affected the students’ speaking achievement and the students were highly interested in learning to speak by using the SpeakingPal application.
DEVELOPING SPEAKING PROFICIENCY IN INDONESIAN EFL CLASSROOMS: A QUALITATIVE STUDY ON CHALLENGES AND SOLUTIONS Halim, Nurfitriyah; Kasim, Nur Aeni; Pratiwi, Dian Fera
THE ACADEMIC: ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNING JOURNAL Vol 10 No 1 (2025): THE ACADEMIC: JOURNAL OF ENGLISH LANGUAGE EDUCATION
Publisher : Lembaga Jurnal FKIP Universitas Bosowa

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52208/aellj.v10i1.1384

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Speaking is a fundamental skill in English language learning, yet it remains one of the most difficult to master for EFL (English as a Foreign Language) learners. This study explores the key challenges that hinder speaking proficiency in Indonesian EFL classrooms and identifies practical solutions to address these issues. Using qualitative methods, classroom observation, teacher interviews, focus group discussions, and document analysis, the study reveals four major barriers: psychological factors such as anxiety and low confidence, instructional limitations including teacher-centered approaches and time constraints, limited exposure to authentic English input, and the absence of structured speaking assessments. The discussion connects these findings with recent pedagogical research from 2020 to 2025, emphasizing the need for affective support, communicative teaching methods, authentic language input, and formative speaking evaluation. This study contributes to a deeper understanding of speaking instruction in the Indonesian context and provides practical insights for educators and policymakers aiming to design effective, communicative EFL speaking programs. This study contributes not only to practical classroom strategies but also enriches the current understanding of affective and instructional barriers in EFL speaking development in Southeast Asia
Students’ Engagement in Narrative Writing Skills Through Digital Story Telling Platforms Ima, Nur; Pratiwi, Dian Fera; Anggung, Sinta Dewi; Julianti , Rahmah
elstic : english language linguistics culture Vol 5 No 01 (2025): Volume 05, Number 01, April 2025
Publisher : Univeristas Islam Negeri (UIN) Alauddin Makassar

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24252/elstic-ij.v5i02.60695

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This study aims to investigate students’ engagement in improving narrative writing skills through the use of digital storytelling platforms. As writing continues to be a core component of academic success, finding innovative and engaging instructional methods has become increasingly important. Digital storytelling (DST), which combines text, visuals, audio, and multimedia elements, offers a student-centered approach that supports creativity, motivation, and deeper learning. This research employs a quantitative survey method involving 20 undergraduate students of English Education Department. The study focuses on analyzing three dimensions of engagement behavioral, emotional, and cognitive as well as students’ perceptions of how Digital story telling influences their narrative writing abilities. Data were collected through a structured questionnaire and analyzed using descriptive statistics. The results show that students demonstrated high levels of engagement across all three dimensions, with emotional engagement scoring the highest. The findings suggest that integrating digital storytelling into writing instruction can effectively foster student engagement and support the development of key writing skills. This study recommends to highlights the importance of providing technical support to maximize its impact. Future research may consider longitudinal approaches or classroom-based observations to examine long-term improvements in writing performance and digital literacy.
Exploring Students’ Preferences Between Print and Digital English Learning Materials at MTsN Makassar Fera Pratiwi Sultan, Dian; Dollah, Syarifuddin; La Sunra, La Sunra
ELS Journal on Interdisciplinary Studies in Humanities Vol. 8 No. 4 (2025): DECEMBER
Publisher : Hasanuddin University

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.34050/els-jish.v8i4.48029

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This study aims to  investigates the preferences of junior high school students concerning printed versus digital English learning resources at MTsN Makassar. The research included 120 students from Grade IX who completed a structured questionnaire, along with 10 individuals in semi-structured interviews. In the process of data analysis, we employed descriptive and inferential statistical techniques for quantitative data, while qualitative responses underwent thematic evaluation. The research shows that scholars have a distinct liking for electronic learning content (M = 4.04, SD = 0.7) as opposed to their printed resources (M = 3.19, SD = 0.8). Students noted that characteristics like accessibility, interactivity, and engagement serve as important advantages of digital resources, while printed materials were credited with enhancing concentration and readability. Independent samples t-tests revealed no significant differences based on gender (p > .05); however, students with access to digital devices at home exhibited a significantly higher preference for digital formats (p = .040). The thematic analysis revealed three primary themes: (1) the engagement with digital media and the enjoyment it provides, (2) the motivation derived from easy access and constructive feedback, and (3) the essential task of aligning resource allocation with emerging challenges. Studies suggest that applying mixed learning techniques, combining internet-based and physical resources, can facilitate inclusiveness, amplify student interest, and improve the thoroughness of educational experiences in English Language Teaching (ELT).
From WhatsApp to Whiteboard: Intra-Cultural Norms and EFL Interaction in Indonesian MTs Classrooms Pratiwi, Dian Fera; Syarifuddin Dollah; Nur Ima
IDEAS: Journal on English Language Teaching and Learning, Linguistics and Literature Vol. 13 No. 2 (2025): IDEAS: Journal on English Language Teaching and Learning, Linguistics and Lite
Publisher : Universitas Islam Negeri Palopo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24256/ideas.v13i2.8362

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This mixed-methods study investigates how intra-cultural norms shape English as a Foreign Language (EFL) interaction among Grade IX students in an Indonesian Islamic junior high school. Data were collected from 40 students and two English teachers over two months through classroom observations, a 12-item questionnaire, and interviews. Quantitative findings show high levels of intra-cultural awareness, with no significant gender differences, and a moderate positive correlation between intra-cultural awareness and students’ digital participation. Qualitative analysis using Braun and Clarke’s thematic approach identified four overarching themes illustrating how cultural values guided participation, humor use, peer correction, and teacher mediation in both classroom and WhatsApp-based interaction. Overall, the study demonstrates that intra-cultural norms operate as both supportive and restrictive forces in students’ communicative behavior across face-to-face and digital settings. The findings highlight the importance of culturally responsive EFL pedagogy and suggest integrating socio-pragmatic awareness into instructional practices to better align English learning with students’ local communicative realities.