Claim Missing Document
Check
Articles

Found 3 Documents
Search

Efforts of Al-Istiqomah Community Reading Gardens in Increasing Children's Interest in Reading at Elementary Education Age Suherman, Maman; Hidayat, Cece; Nuarida, Eva Bella; Qohar, Hendri Abdul
SPEKTRUM: Jurnal Pendidikan Luar Sekolah (PLS) Vol 13, No 1 (2025): SPEKTRUM: Jurnal Pendidikan Luar Sekolah (PLS): Publishing Februari 2025
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Padang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24036/spektrumpls.v13i1.132688

Abstract

Reading interest among primary school-aged children has become a critical issue in the field of education in Indonesia. One initiative aimed at fostering children's reading interest is through Community Reading Gardens (Taman Bacaan Masyarakat, TBM). This study seeks to explore the efforts of TBM Al-Istiqomah in enhancing children's reading interest in Cileunyi Kulon Village, Bandung Regency. The research employs a qualitative approach, conducted at TBM Al-Istiqomah, Cileunyi Kulon, Bandung Regency, from January to April 2023. Data collection techniques include observation, interviews, and documentation. Data analysis follows the stages of data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The findings reveal that TBM Al-Istiqomah has implemented various strategies to improve reading interest among primary school-aged children, such as providing engaging reading materials, organizing appealing and interactive literacy activities, and collaborating with PKBM institutions and other non-formal educational organizations. However, several supporting factors and challenges have been identified in these efforts, including limited funding for development, a lack of human resources, and difficulties in establishing partnerships with local government authorities
Silencing Anxiety with Social Savvy: The Role of Interpersonal Intelligence in EFL Classrooms Hidayat, Cece; Suherman, Maman; Gaffar, Muhammad Andriana; Siti Kania Febriyanti; Nenden Ismaurah
VELES Voices of English Language Education Society Vol 8 No 2 (2024): August 2024
Publisher : Universitas Hamzanwadi

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29408/veles.v8i2.26929

Abstract

Communication anxiety significantly hinders learning outcomes in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) classrooms. This research explores the correlation between interpersonal intelligence and communication anxiety among high school students, assessing how variations in interpersonal skills influence anxiety levels during EFL interactions. Employing a quantitative approach, the study engaged 32 eleventh-grade students from class 11 MIPA 3 at SMA Mekar Arum, selected through random sampling. Data were collected using designed questionnaires to evaluate interpersonal intelligence and communication anxiety and analyzed with Pearson Product Moment Correlation via SPSS 22.0. The results indicated a significant negative correlation between interpersonal intelligence and communication anxiety (r= -0.494, p < 0.05), demonstrating that students with higher interpersonal intelligence experience lower communication anxiety. Notably, 65.6% of the students demonstrated medium levels of interpersonal intelligence, while 34.4% had high levels. In terms of communication anxiety, 56.3% of students experienced moderate levels, and 43.8% experienced high levels. Conclusively, this study underscores the importance of fostering interpersonal intelligence as a strategic approach to alleviate communication anxiety in EFL settings. It recommends that EFL instructors integrate group-based and interactive activities that enhance interpersonal relations among students to improve their educational experience and outcomes.
The Use of Tps in EFL Classroom Activities to Reduce Situation Specific Speaking Anxiety in Delivering Ads Materials Hidayat, Cece; Gaffar, Muhammad Andriana; Mulyanto, Agus; Wahyudi, Mustadim; Ismaurah, Nenden
Ranah: Jurnal Kajian Bahasa Vol 13, No 2 (2024): Ranah: jurnal Kajian Bahasa
Publisher : Badan Pengembangan dan Pembinaan Bahasa

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26499/rnh.v13i2.7888

Abstract

The possible causes of situation-specific speaking anxiety include fear of making mistakes, lack of confidence, and anxiety about speaking in front of peers or the teacher. Teachers need to find effective strategies to help students reduce speaking anxiety. This study employed qualitative research with a case study method. The data was collected through observations, questionnaires, and interviews. The participants were 18 students from the 10th grade. Based on the research results, the Think-Pair-Share strategy can be used as one of the methods to reduce situation-specific speaking anxiety. The use of this strategy as a teaching method has helped students reduce their anxiety and therefore improve their speaking ability. Students' responses showed that this strategy can: (1) Increase self-confidence, (2) Reduce anxiety, (3) Improve oral communication skills, (4) Provide enjoyable activities, and (5) Increase students' motivation to speak English in class.