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Penguatan Soft Skills Mahasiswa melalui Pelatihan Manajemen dan Pembelajaran Kolaboratif pada Mahasiswa Perguruan Tinggi Ansarika, Roy Dedi; Tarigan, Natalia Widya Pasca; Br Sembiring, Elita Modesta; Saragih, Sontina; Br Sembiring, Yenita; Yani, Asnita
Jurnal Dedikasi untuk Negeri Vol 3, No 2 (2024)
Publisher : Lembaga Penelitian dan Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat UML

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36269/jdn.v3i2.3047

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Pengembangan soft skills merupakan elemen penting dalam meningkatkan daya saing mahasiswa di dunia kerja. Kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini bertujuan untuk memperkuat soft skills mahasiswa, khususnya dalam aspek manajemen waktu, komunikasi, dan kerja tim, melalui pelatihan berbasis manajemen dan pembelajaran kolaboratif. Program ini melibatkan 50 mahasiswa dari berbagai program studi di perguruan tinggi, yang mengikuti workshop selama tiga hari. Metode pelatihan mencakup simulasi, diskusi kelompok, dan studi kasus, dengan evaluasi dilakukan melalui pre-test, post-test, serta wawancara kualitatif. Hasil pelatihan menunjukkan peningkatan signifikan pada kemampuan manajemen waktu, komunikasi, dan kerja tim, dengan rata-rata skor post-test meningkat sebesar 30%. Temuan ini sejalan dengan teori Goleman (1998) mengenai kecerdasan emosional dan model Tuckman (1965) tentang dinamika kerja tim. Pelatihan ini terbukti efektif dalam mendukung pengembangan soft skills mahasiswa dan dapat diintegrasikan ke dalam kurikulum untuk dampak yang lebih berkelanjutan.
Analyzing EFL Students’ Critical Thinking Through Literary Texts Br Sembiring, Elita Modesta; Tarigan, Natalia Widya Pasca; Br Tarigan, Merry Susanty; Kuanda, Reynaldi
ELT (English Language Teaching Prima Journal) Vol. 6 No. 2 (2024): English Language Teaching Prima
Publisher : English Language Teaching Prima Journal (ELT)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.34012/elt.v6i2.6385

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This study examines the role of literary texts in fostering critical thinking among English as a Foreign Language (EFL) students. Employing a qualitative approach, the research utilizes literary analysis and classroom observation to assess how students critically engage with texts. This study was conducted to the students at Akademi Keperawatan Columbia Asia Medan. Results suggest that literary texts significantly enhance critical thinking skills when paired with guided discussion and analytical tasks.
Teachers’ Challenges in Teaching Reading to Students with Low English Proficiency at Telkom Schools Medan Gultom, Ika Marlina; Tarigan, Sri Ninta; Br Sembiring, Elita Modesta
ELT (English Language Teaching Prima Journal) Vol. 7 No. 1 (2025): English Language Teaching Prima
Publisher : English Language Teaching Prima Journal (ELT)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.34012/elt.v7i1.7141

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This study examines the difficulties faced by English teachers at Telkom Schools Medan when instructing reading to students who don't speak the language well. Using a qualitative case study methodology, information was gathered via document analysis, classroom observations, and interviews. Limited student vocabulary, poor comprehension of narrative text structure, inference difficulties, low motivation, and a lack of instructional resources are the five main issues identified by the findings. These issues make it difficult for teachers to provide effective instruction and impair students' reading comprehension. Teachers employ techniques like scaffolding, differentiated instruction, and the use of multimodal materials in spite of the obstacles. However, the lack of institutional support frequently limits their efforts. In order to promote reading development in EFL contexts, the study emphasises the necessity of enhanced teacher preparation, enriched learning materials, and greater institutional cooperation.