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What Can Speaking English Community Club Do with Student’s English Performance? (A Case Study at MTsN 1 Makassar) Yusvita, Lavenia; Atmowardoyo, Haryanto; Samtidar, Samtidar
Journal of Excellence in English Language Education Vol 3, No 1, January (2024): Journal of Excellence in English Language Education
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This research aims to determine how the English club affects student’s English language skills at MTSN 1 Makassar. Data collection was carried out using observation checklists and interviews. This research was conducted using the case study and then concluded using the qualitative descriptive method. Participants in this research were students who joined the English club MTSN 1 Makassar. Based on the results of this research, the researcher found that the English club influenced student’s English language skills. Through the activities and motivation that are formed and the benefits that students can experience, it was found that the English club influenced students' English language skills to become better. Still, apart from that, several obstacles were also found that greatly influenced students' interest in learning, thus affecting their interest in learning to improve their abilities in the English language.
The Use of Crossword Labs Game to Enhance Students’ Vocabulary Mastery Caesarani, Aprilla; Samtidar, Samtidar; Sofyan, Ryan Rayhana
Journal of Excellence in English Language Education Vol 3, No 3, July (2024): Journal of Excellence in English Language Education
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The objective of this research is to find out whether the use of Crossword Labs can enhance the vocabulary mastery. This research was conducted at SMA Negeri 9 Makassar. Population in this research were students of class X SMA Negeri 9 Makassar. The researcher used purposive sampling technique for class X as the sample in this research. This research used quasi-experimental with two classes including experimental class which consist 32 students and control class which consist 32 students. The instruments used in the research was a vocabulary test divided into two, namely pre-test and post-test. The results of the mean score of experimental class was totally 75.44 which was higher than the mean score of control class which was 66.06. This shows that experimental class students more enhanced than the control class in terms of learning through using of Crossword Labs. The hypothesis test was showed with the Sig. score 0.05 > Sig. (2-tailed) score of 0.000. The researcher can be concluded that the enhancement of students' vocabulary mastery through the use of Crossword Labs game in class X.1 is successful.
The Effect of Elsa Speak Application on Students’ English Pronunciation Development Adawiah, Rabiatul; Muliati, A.; Samtidar, Samtidar
Journal of Excellence in English Language Education Vol 3, No 1, January (2024): Journal of Excellence in English Language Education
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This research aimed to determine the effect of the ELSA Speak application on students' English pronunciation development. The research design was pre-experimental. This research was taken place at UPT SMP Negeri 1 Sungguminasa. The participants of this research were the students of the 8A Multimedia, and the total population was 35 students. The researchers used a quantitative case study with a purposive sampling technique to select the participants. Based on the pre-test and post-test results, the researchers found that the ELSA Speak application was effective in developing students' English pronunciation. Based on the study's results, it is known that the post-test mean score (83.49) is greater than the pre-test means score (77.20). Based on the pre-test to post-test, the score of N-gain (normalized gain) is used to measure the improvement of science process skills and cognitive learning outcomes between before and after treatment is 5.5. This indicates that the ELSA Speak Application is quite effective in improving students' English pronunciation to be better.
English Students’ Perception Towards Online Learning at State University of Makassar Rosita, Siti; Noni, Nurdin; Samtidar, Samtidar
Journal of Excellence in English Language Education Vol 2, No 4, October (2023): Journal of Excellence in English Language Education
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This research aims to find out the perceptions of English education study program students towards online learning at State University of Makassar. In this research, the researcher used a mixed-method research design. The population of this research is 7th semester students of English education at State University of Makassar. The number of populations is 68 students. The researcher used random sampling techniques in determining the sample. The researcher used questioner and interview, consists of 15 questioner and 5 interview questions. The result of this research shows that students have a positive perception of online learning, it was proven by the result of the students’ rating mean which was 57.54. The perceptions of learners of online learning, which makes it simpler to receive learning materials because it can be accessible anywhere and anytime, show that it is properly effective, can help students to receive learning and students are increasing in seeking information from various sources.
The Use of ChatGPT in Enhancing Students Writing Ability Anggeraja, Moh. Fikri Amir; Samtidar, Samtidar; Aeni, Nur
Journal of Excellence in English Language Education Vol 3, No 3, July (2024): Journal of Excellence in English Language Education
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This research aims to find out students' perceptions of difficulties, advantages and disadvantages in using ChatGPT and how ChatGPT enhance students' English writing ability. The subject of this research was five English students of Universitas Negeri Makassar. The interview was used as the main instrument to collect the data. The results of this research showed that all five subjects experienced an improvement in their writing ability, especially in terms of improving vocabulary, structure, grammar, explaining ideas well, reviewing and correcting, where this was due to ChatGPT helping them in a way that when the subjects asked something, ChatGPT would immediately provide explanations and examples. However, the level of improvement varies depending on how often and consistently it is used. This research contributes to the understanding of how ChatGPT improves writing skills. Essentially, the findings focus on students' perceptions of using ChatGPT as a writing aid. Although the results of this study emphasize more on students' understanding and subjective views, teachers can consider the application of ChatGPT to support the learning process.
English Teachers’ Perception on the Merdeka Curriculum, Especially Differentiated Learning at SMAN 2 Bantaeng Naipon, Adam; Samtidar, Samtidar; Korompot, Chairil Anwar
Journal of Excellence in English Language Education Vol 3, No 4, October (2024): Journal of Excellence in English Language Education
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This research aims to determine English teachers perception on the Merdeka Curriculum, especially differentiated learning at SMAN 2 Bantaeng. The method used in this research is descriptive qualitative. Participants in this research were English teachers at SMAN 2 Bantaeng. Two English teachers were selected as research subjects using purposive sampling techniques. The instrument used in this research was a semi-structured interview. The results of this research show that the English teachers at SMAN 2 Bantaeng has a comprehensive understanding of the Merdeka Curriculum, especially differentiated learning. They have implemented it for two years with positive results in improving the quality of learning. Teachers are able to assess and evaluate various aspects of differentiated learning which include content, processes and products. Even though differentiated learning is effective in improving the quality of learning, English teachers still experience various obstacles in its implementation, such as difficulties in obtaining accurate diagnostic test results, recognizing individual student characteristics, choosing appropriate teaching methods or strategies, grouping students effectively, accommodating the diverse learning needs of students, and encourage student independence in completing learning outcomes. Overall, this research found that the English teachers at SMAN 2 Bantaeng had a comprehensive understanding of the Merdeka Curriculum, especially differentiated learning. They have implemented it for two years with positive results in improving the quality of learning. Teachers are able to assess and evaluate aspects of differentiated learning. Even though differentiated learning is effective in improving the quality of learning, English teachers still experience various obstacles in its implementation. This is what makes differentiated learning implementation not standardized.
The Use of Extensive Reading to Enhance Students' Vocabulary Mastery Syahril, Syahril; Samtidar, Samtidar; Muliati, A.
Journal of Excellence in English Language Education Vol 4, No 1, January (2025): Journal of Excellence in English Language Education
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This study aims to determine whether or not extensive reading can enhance students' vocabulary mastery at SMA Negeri 4 Sidrap. The research investigates how whether exposure to diverse texts aids in learning new words, improves retention, and enhances overall vocabulary skills. A quantitative approach with a pre-experimental design, specifically a one-group pre-test and post-test method, was employed. The sample comprised 22 second-grade senior high school students from one class. Over four meetings, the students underwent treatments focused on vocabulary mastery, which involved receiving material from the researchers and engaging in reading comprehension activities. These activities included reading a passage, writing a reading report, discussing the text, and retelling what they had read. Data collection was conducted through pre-tests and post-tests administered after the treatment. The study's results indicated that extensive reading is significantly effective in enhancing students' vocabulary mastery. The data showed an improvement in students' scores from the pre-test to the post-test, with the mean pre-test scores indicating a low level of vocabulary mastery and the mean post-test scores indicating a satisfactory level of vocabulary mastery. In conclusion, the study demonstrates that extensive reading effectively enhances students' vocabulary mastery at SMA Negeri 4 Sidrap.
Teacher Reinforcements on Students’ English Learning Motivation Alqadry, Nusul Anti; Muhayyang, Maemuna; Samtidar, Samtidar
Journal of Excellence in English Language Education Vol 4, No 3, July (2025): Journal of Excellence in English Language Education
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26858/joeele.v4i3, July.76620

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The purpose of this research is to determine the effect of giving reinforcement on students' motivation to learn English. Researcher used a descriptive quantitative approach with an Ex-post facto research design without giving special treatment to research subjects. This research was conducted at UPT SMK NEGERI 6 Makassar at the XI Culinary 1 and 2 class levels, with a total population of 31 students. The sample of this study used all the existing population. The results indicated that teacher reinforcement was at a relatively low level, with an average score of 46.6, while students' motivation to learn English was at a moderate level, with an average score of 53.38. The results of the statistical analysis indicated that the impact of teacher reinforcement on student motivation was not statistically significant, with a regression coefficient (β1) of -0.044 and p-values of 0.720 from the t-test and F-test, which exceeded the 0.05 significance level. So, it fails to reject H0. Based on these results, it can be concluded that the teacher reinforcement given does not have a significant effect on student learning motivation.