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Journal : Foreign Language Instruction Probe

Learning English Listening Using Learning English Listening Using Media Busuu Application: Learning English Listening Using Media Busuu Application Nafa, Lina Nafasatul Ilmi; Tedi Rohadi; Nana Priajana
Foreign Language Instruction Probe Vol. 2 No. 2 (2023): Technology Enhanced Language Learning
Publisher : STIT Buntet Pesantren Cirebon

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.54213/flip.v2i2.290

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This research discusses the use of Busuu app as a learning platform for English listening skills in junior high schools in Cirebon. The research focuses on the importance of media use in language teaching and the role of media in creating a conducive learning environment. It also explores the theoretical basis of language skills, learning media and the use of Busuu app to teach English listening skills. This researchers used qualitative methods, precisely descriptive qualitative. The purpose of this study to obtain students' views on the use of the Busuu application as a learning platform, to determine student achievement in learning through the Busuu application as a listening learning media and to find out the advantages and disadvantages of the Busuu application. The data source of this research is the documentation of the learning process. The text is taken from the results of interviews with students and teachers of class VIII. The instrument of this research is the researcher himself. In addition, other instruments used by researchers are documentation, interview transcripts, audio recordings, and documents. The results showed that, (1) The use of media in learning is one of the efforts to provide quality in supporting the learning process and can encourage students to take part in learning activities in a fun way. (2) The Busuu application is an application specifically designed to support web-based English language learning and is also available as a mobile application and is one of the main alternatives that is very easy to access. (3) The Busuu application has advantages and disadvantages of the Busuu Application. So, it can be concluded that the Busuu application directly has a positive influence on SMP N 1Lemahabang students.
THE CHALLENGES OF PRE-SERVICE ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEACHERS: A REFLECTION OF THEIR TEACHING PRACTICUM Priajana, Nana
Foreign Language Instruction Probe Vol. 1 No. 1 (2022): TEFL in Indonesia
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.54213/flip.v1i1.123

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This research was conducted to explore some of the probable issues encountered by pre-service English teachers when conducting teaching practicum (PPL) activities at schools. The research focuses on (1) how do the practitioners practice their language skills (English) and pedagogical competencies to teach at schools while conducting their teaching practicum? (2) what obstacles or challenges do they encounter during PPL at schools? The researcher employed questionnaires and interviews involving PPL practitioners, teachers and field supervisors to explore the problems faced by the practitioners. The research findings reveal that there are several potential obstacles encountered by practitioners while conducting PPL at schools. The interesting Issues revealed problems accentuating the teaching planning process, pre-teaching activities, core activities and post-teaching activities. The results of this study are indeed valuable for pre-service English teachers as evaluative paces to improve their teaching competencies and English language skills in carrying out PPL activities at schools to be professional English teachers.
Investigating the Learners Profile of EFL Intermediate Speakers in 21st Century : A Case of Senior High School Students Fauziyah, Jihan; Nafi'a, Ilman; Priajana, Nana
Foreign Language Instruction Probe Vol. 2 No. 2 (2023): Technology Enhanced Language Learning
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.54213/flip.v2i2.306

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This descriptive research aimed to analyze and describe the learners profile of Senior High School students at A Private Senior High School Cirebon in the academic 2022/2023. The subject of this study is the tenth grade students of Senior High School Cirebon. There were 4 students and 1 English teacher who were choosen as the subject of the study. Interview and literature review technique was applied in determining the subject. In order to collect the data for this study, the interviewed by face to face directly to find out how many characteristics Learners Profile their have in 21st century and find out the factors students have to make them successful as English students in 21st century. The research finding show that students get six characteristics of Learners Profile such as students have critical thinking, collaboration, a good communication, have creativity skill, have innovation think and their have own self-direction. To be a successfull English students must have grow a sense of motivation within yourself, have supportive learning community surround them and students uses media technology in learning English.
Investigating Alumni Performances and Stakeholder Feedback of English Language Teaching Department, IAIN Syekh Nurjati Cirebon: A Tracer Study Priajana, Nana
Foreign Language Instruction Probe Vol. 3 No. 1 (2024): Technology and AI in ELT
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.54213/flip.v3i1.375

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The tracer study conducted by the English Language Teaching Department (ELTD) serves as a pivotal initiative that is aimed at assessing the efficacy of teaching and learning within ELTD at IAIN Syekh Nurjati Cirebon. This comprehensive study endeavors to scrutinize and delve into various facets, including performance and the employability of graduates from tertiary institutions (Higher Education), particularly those from the ELTD at IAIN Syekh Nurjati, upon entering the workforce. It is aimed to gauge the relevance of both hard and soft skills possessed by ELTD graduates, as well as the competencies acquired during their tenure at ELTD. The achievement of graduates in their respective workplaces serves as a significant benchmark for assessing learning outcomes and their alignment with the vision and mission of the English Language Teaching Department at IAIN Syekh Nurjati, both for stakeholders and the broader community. In conducting this research, online questionnaires (utilizing Google Forms) were distributed to alumni and stakeholders, supplemented by in-depth interviews to validate the questionnaire data. The findings of this study shed light on various crucial aspects concerning alumni, particularly regarding the timeliness of job acquisition and the degree of alignment between their fields of work and educational backgrounds.
The Implementation of Merdeka Curriculum in English Subject for Strengthening Pancasila Student Khasanah, Umi; Priajana, Nana
Foreign Language Instruction Probe Vol. 3 No. 2 (2024): Technology in ELT
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Curriculum changes in education intiated by the Ministry of Education and Culture emphasize the flexibility of educators and students in learning. It does not rule out the possibility that English Teaching Learning can also run effectively using a Merdeka Curriculum. The Merdeka Curriculum emphasizes the elements of Pancasila Student Profile. The aims of the research to be carried out by researchers are as follows: (1) To find the problems and solutions of teacher during the implementation of the Merdeka Curriculum For Strengthening Pancasila Student Profile in English Teaching Learning at Junior High School. (2) To know the implementation of Merdeka Curriculum For Strengthening Pancasila Student Profile in English Teaching Learning at Junior High School. This research involved six students, three teachers. The researcher used a desriptive qualitative method to do the research. Data from this research collected by Observation, Interview, and Document Analysis. The result from this research are: (1) The use of the Merdeka curriculum based on strengthening the Pancasila student profile in English learning at SMPN 2 Pangenan Cirebon runs based on three stages: planning, implementation, and evaluation. (2) There are 3 types of problems faced by English teachers in using the Merdeka curriculum for strengthening Pancasila student profile: problems based on teachers themselves, problems based on students, and problems from supporting factors. In each of these problems, there are solutions that teachers apply to overcome them.