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An Assessing Speaking Ability: Insights from English Conversation Club among Fifth-Semester Midwifery Students Harahap, Yulinda Oktaviana; Harahap, Yulina Oktaviani
Jurnal Educatio FKIP UNMA Vol. 10 No. 1 (2024)
Publisher : Universitas Majalengka

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31949/educatio.v10i1.6242

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This study explores the speaking abilities of 5th-semester students involved in the English Conversation Club (ECC) within a Midwifery Diploma Study Program. The research focuses on understanding the challenges faced by students in speaking English and evaluating the ECC's contribution to enhancing their speaking skills. The investigation utilized a mixed-methods approach involving qualitative and quantitative data collection.The study found that while most students performed well, as indicated by their scores falling under the "Good" and "Very Good" categories, notable challenges persisted. Students encountered difficulties primarily related to vocabulary limitations, grammar intricacies, a lack of motivation, and psychological factors impacting their speaking performances.Factors influencing speaking abilities were analyzed through student interviews, highlighting vocabulary, grammar, and motivational issues as key hindrances. The ECC program was perceived positively by students, providing an environment conducive to English practice. However, the infrequent use of English beyond the ECC sessions limited its impact on students' overall speaking skills. To improve speaking abilities, interventions emphasizing vocabulary enhancement, grammar proficiency, motivational support, and better preparation strategies were recommended. Further emphasis on consistent English practice outside the ECC was suggested for more comprehensive improvement. In conclusion, while the ECC positively contributed to students' speaking proficiency, challenges related to vocabulary, grammar, motivation, and insufficient practice outside the program persist. Targeted interventions focusing on these areas are crucial to further enhance students' speaking abilities within the Midwifery Diploma Study Program.
An Analysis of Students’ Speaking Ability in Retelling Story on Descriptive Text at D3 Midwifery Harahap, Yulinda Oktaviana; Harahap, Yulina Oktaviani
International Journal of Educational Research Excellence (IJERE) Vol. 4 No. 1 (2025): January-June
Publisher : PT Inovasi Pratama Internasional

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55299/ijere.v4i1.1243

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This research aimed to assess students' speaking abilities and identify the most common issues faced by students at Akbid Baruna Husada Sibuhuan. This research analysed students' speaking challenges based on five components: pronunciation, grammar, vocabulary, fluency and comprehension. This research was conducted qualitatively. The number of samples obtained only 21 students. The researchers employed a speaking exam. The Instrument for research. This study used video students' performance when retelling descriptive material. Then the researcher transcribed the videos into scripts and asked raters to submit scores. The study indicated that students' speaking ability in repeating stories had an average score of 3, indicating a good level. The articulation component, the students' cruel score was 2.8 focuses, where as linguistic use got 3.5 focuses. Taking after that, lexicon component was 3.2 focuses, then again on familiarity, it was 2.7 focuses. The final, the students' normal score on the component of comprehension was 2.8 focuses. At long last, it can be concluded that the most prevailing issue confronted by understudies in talking was the familiarity component.    
Factors Cause of students’ Anxiety in Speaking Ability in Speech at STIKes Paluta Husada Harahap, Yulina Oktaviani; Harahap, Yulinda Oktaviana
International Journal of Educational Research Excellence (IJERE) Vol. 3 No. 2 (2024): July-December
Publisher : PT Inovasi Pratama Internasional

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55299/ijere.v3i2.935

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Speaking is one of the most critical language skills that English language learners must develop. However, not all students can communicate in English. Students find it difficult to communicate themselves in speech, and they have encountered a variety of obstacles.The purpose of this study is to determine the factors that generate students' anxiety in speech, as well as the link between students' speaking skill in speech and their degree of anxiety. This study employed descriptive research. The study included 28 midwifery students from STIKes Paluta Husada throughout the course of six semesters. The data suggest that communication apprehension, fear of poor assessment, and exam anxiety were the elements that caused students' nervousness when making a speech.
An Analysis of Students’ Speaking Ability in Retelling Story on Descriptive Text at D3 Midwifery Harahap, Yulinda Oktaviana; Harahap, Yulina Oktaviani
International Journal of Educational Research Excellence (IJERE) Vol. 4 No. 1 (2025): January-June
Publisher : PT Inovasi Pratama Internasional

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55299/ijere.v4i1.1243

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This research aimed to assess students' speaking abilities and identify the most common issues faced by students at Akbid Baruna Husada Sibuhuan. This research analysed students' speaking challenges based on five components: pronunciation, grammar, vocabulary, fluency and comprehension. This research was conducted qualitatively. The number of samples obtained only 21 students. The researchers employed a speaking exam. The Instrument for research. This study used video students' performance when retelling descriptive material. Then the researcher transcribed the videos into scripts and asked raters to submit scores. The study indicated that students' speaking ability in repeating stories had an average score of 3, indicating a good level. The articulation component, the students' cruel score was 2.8 focuses, where as linguistic use got 3.5 focuses. Taking after that, lexicon component was 3.2 focuses, then again on familiarity, it was 2.7 focuses. The final, the students' normal score on the component of comprehension was 2.8 focuses. At long last, it can be concluded that the most prevailing issue confronted by understudies in talking was the familiarity component.    
PELATIHAN BERPIDATO BAHASA INGGRIS PADA MAHASISWI DI AKADEMI KEBIDANAN BARUNA HUSADA SIBUHUAN Harahap, Yulina Oktaviani
Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat Aufa (JPMA) Vol. 5 No. 2 (2023): Vol. 5 No. 2 Agustus 2023
Publisher : Universitas Aufa Royhan Di Kota Padangsidipuan

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.51933/jpma.v5i2.1086

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Speaking is a crucial component of language proficiency that students need to possess in order to be able to communicate in English. One of the approach to improve their English-speaking skills, boost their self-esteem, exchange ideas, and express themselves to an audience in speech. The descriptive study's analysis of students' speaking capabilities was its main objective. During a speech at Akbid Baruna Husada academic year 2022/2023. Ten students who were chosen at random to participate in the study. The information was gathered through a speaking exam in which the students were required to present a speech that had been assessed based on speeches from [1] and [2], and included (a) organizing speech; (1) Introduction, (2) Body; primary theme; and supporting evidence, a connecting sentence, (3). Conclusion; mark the conclusion; vocal variation and pauses; reinforcement); (b) the speech's phrasing; (1) Word choice, (2) grammar. giving a speech; (1); and (c). Body language, eye contact, and facial expressions of the speaker movement. (2).Speaker articulation, pronunciation, and voice. The student's speaking skill in speech was classified as "good".