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The use of references: A study among Indonesian and Cambodian students in writing a research project Maisarah, Ira; Chenda, Soeurn; Soy, Seth
Indonesian Journal of Educational Development (IJED) Vol. 6 No. 4 (2026): February 2026
Publisher : Lembaga Penelitian dan Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat (LPPM) Universitas PGRI Mahadewa Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.59672/ijed.v6i4.5413

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The problem of this study was that university students are required to complete research projects as part of the course, such as theses or academic reports, to demonstrate their academic literacy. However, creating a well-structured academic report can sometimes be challenging for University of Bengkulu Master of English Language Education (MELE) Program students, especially when it comes to using appropriate referencing conventions. This was aimed at identifying the challenges MELE students face when writing a reference for a research report. The study used a qualitative, longitudinal research design for one semester. All MELE students enrolled in courses were taken as the population. Through voluntary participation, a sample of twenty-five students was chosen. Of the twenty-five students, six were international students from Cambodia. Two procedures were used to gather the data. First, document analysis of their research reports to find formatting errors in reference lists and in-text citations. Second, open-ended interviews. This interview was used to investigate students' perceptions, especially regarding challenges in writing. The results showed that students often challenged the international academic writing standards, maintaining consistency in reference formatting and accurately citing sources. Students from Cambodia and Indonesia both faced language barriers and challenges comprehending the typical format of research reports. Furthermore, a lack of knowledge or competence in using reference management became an issue. So, it suggests that to improve academic writing competence, systematic, ongoing guidance should be provided. For example, providing academic writing instruction, especially in teaching citation styles and the use of reference management software.
Exploring Determinants of English Paragraph Writing Difficulties among EFL High School Learners: A Study from Cambodia Mariya, Seth; Chenda, Soeurn; Cheu, Kouy; Lida, Sorl; Sovann, Ly
Journal of English Teaching and Learning Issues Vol 8, No 1 (2025): June
Publisher : Institut Agama Islam Negeri Kudus

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21043/jetli.v8i1.27679

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The primary purpose of this study was to identify factors affecting the English paragraph writing of 12th-grade students. The study was conducted at a high school in Thmor Korl, Cambodia, with special reference to grade 12. The issue was addressed using a qualitative research strategy. Two English language teachers and 84 students were selected for this study. Questionnaires were used in the study to survey factors affecting students' paragraph writing and examine ways to improve their skills. The data was analyzed quantitatively. The study's results illustrated that students lack of grammar, basic strategies for writing paragraphs, lack of practice, vocabulary, structure, paragraph organization, poor reading, motivation, time constraints, and teacher-related factors such as teachers’ ways of giving feedback and teaching strategies. Therefore, students should be given chances to practice paragraph writing skills sufficiently to become effective paragraph writers, since paragraph writing requires practice and feedback. Beyond these findings, future researchers should study paragraph analysis and action research for more valuable results.
Co-Authors Cheu, Kouy Ira Maisarah Lida, Sorl Mariya, Seth Sovann, Ly Soy, Seth