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Journal : Community Service Progress

Navigating English Literacy Challenges: A Qualitative Study of 12th-Grade Students Preparing for UTBK 2025 Nabilah, Nada; Fitrianingsih, Fitrianingsih
Community Service Progress Vol. 3 No. 2 (2024): Community Service Progress Edisi Desember 2024
Publisher : STIE Bina Karya

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70021/csp.v3i2.202

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This study explores the English literacy challenges faced by 12th-grade students in Indonesia as they prepare for the UTBK 2025, focusing on reading comprehension, vocabulary, and grammar. Using a qualitative research approach, data were collected through semi-structured interviews, focus group discussions, and classroom observations from a purposively selected sample of 20-30 students. Thematic analysis revealed that the primary challenges students face include difficulties with complex academic texts, limited vocabulary knowledge, and grammatical errors, all of which hinder their performance in the English section of the UTBK. The study further investigates the factors influencing students’ English literacy preparation, such as the quality of educational support, access to external resources (e.g., online learning platforms, tutoring), and peer support. Results indicate that students attending well-resourced schools and those utilizing additional learning resources felt more prepared. Peer learning also played a key role in overcoming literacy challenges. Moreover, students employed various coping strategies, including active reading, vocabulary-building techniques, and practice tests, to improve their skills. This study provides valuable insights for educators and policymakers seeking to improve English literacy preparation for high-stakes exams like the UTBK.
EFL Teachers’ Roles in Technology-Integrated Instruction Practices at Junior High School Nabilah, Nada; Siregar, Aisyah; Jayanti, Suci Etri
Community Service Progress Vol. 3 No. 1 (2024): Community Services Progress Edisi Juni 2024
Publisher : STIE Bina Karya

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70021/csp.v3i1.153

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These days, technology-based learning is essential since it provides media and tools for the process of teaching and learning. However, in addition to all of the effort that teachers put into integrating technology into the classroom, other factors must be taken into consideration, one of which is the teacher's role. The purpose of this study was to find out the efficacy of the roles and digital learning resources that English teachers employ in their classes. The responders to this study were 5 English teachers from various junior high schools in Tebing Tinggi, North Sumatera, in the academic year 2022/2023. In addition, 9 students from each class also involved as the respondents. So the total number of students that participated in this study was 45. A qualitative approach was taken in conducting this study. The researcher used interviews and observation as instruments to get the data required for this study. The results of this study showed that teachers additionally played the roles that were necessary for technology-based learning, including as the operators, mentors for technology use, organizers of technology-based learning, and monitors of digital learning.