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Hernina Dewi Lestari
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Student Attitudes Toward the Implementation of Scoring Rubric in Speaking Class Sri Fatmaning Hartatik; Hernina Dewi Lestari; Maya Rizki Amalyasari; Jasuli
Edu Cendikia: Jurnal Ilmiah Kependidikan Vol. 4 No. 03 (2024): Research Articles, December 2024
Publisher : ITScience (Information Technology and Science)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47709/educendikia.v4i03.5004

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The teaching of speaking has been challenging for English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learners, especially at higher education levels. This can be affected by internal factors like student interest and motivation and external factors like learners' first influence. One alternative that teachers can use to help students perform better in speaking class is a scoring rubric. This descriptive qualitative study was designed to elaborate and describe students' attitudes to using scoring rubrics in speaking performance classes. This study involved 25 students attending classes at a higher education level. To gain data from those twenty-five students, an observation checklist was used to detect students' behaviour and performance. An interview guide was used to determine student thoughts on the distributed scoring rubric. The observation checklist indicated that the students looked more confident in their speaking performance. Besides, their speaking performance was more organized. The interview confirmed these findings, resulting in students feeling more confident in presenting their project as the scoring rubric, which was distributed in advance, gave them hints on what to do. Also, the presented points for each criterion motivate them to fulfil the requirements to achieve their intended score. The study's findings show that using a scoring rubric in teaching speaking positively impacted students' performance attitudes. Consequently, the distribution of scoring rubrics as a tool to stimulate students' speaking is extensively advised.
Visualizing Vocabulary and Communicative Competence: The Use of Picture Word Media among Seventh-Grade Students Agustina Susanti Ina; Hernina Dewi Lestari; Yahmun Yahmun
Explorations in English Learning Vol. 2 No. 1 (2026): June
Publisher : Sumber Belajar Sejahtera

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61277/exel.v2i1.284

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Although vocabulary is a fundamental component of English language learning, many EFL students still experience limited vocabulary mastery and low communicative competence, particularly in classroom contexts where instruction remains teacher-centered and lacks visual support. This gap highlights the need for effective instructional media that can enhance both vocabulary acquisition and communicative ability simultaneously. This study aimed to improve students’ vocabulary mastery and communicative competence through the use of picture word media among seventh-grade students at SMP Swasta Bukambero in the 2024–2025 academic year. The research employed Classroom Action Research (CAR) conducted in two cycles consisting of planning, action, observation, and reflection stages. The participants were 32 seventh-grade students. Data were collected through observations, interviews, and vocabulary tests (pre-test and post-test). The findings showed a significant improvement in vocabulary mastery: the pre-test mean score was 43 (13% passing), Cycle I increased to 70 (56% passing), and Cycle II reached 83 (90% passing). Classroom observations and interviews also indicated improved communicative competence, as students became more active, confident, and engaged in classroom interaction. They demonstrated better understanding of vocabulary, increased participation in discussions, and improved ability to express ideas. The learning process also shifted toward a more student-centered environment. Therefore, picture word media is effective in improving vocabulary mastery and supporting communicative competence in EFL learning.
Co-Authors Agustina Susanti Ina Jasuli Maya Rizki Amalyasari Sri Fatmaning Hartatik Yahmun Yahmun