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Meida Fitriana
Universitas Pamulang
Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media

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Enhancing Elementary Learners’ Vocabulary Mastery through Duolingo: A Study of Motivation and Learning Outcomes Meida Fitriana; Tiara Noviarini
EXPOSE (Journal of English Education and for Specific Purpose) Vol 3, No 1 (2025): EXPOSE (Journal of English Education and for Specific Purpose)
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Lampung

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36269/expose.v3i1.4673

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The use of game-based digital applications has become increasingly popular in English language teaching at the elementary school level due to their potential to create engaging and learner-centered environments. Such applications are particularly relevant for young learners, who require interactive and enjoyable learning experiences to maintain motivation and attention. This study aims to examine the effect of using the Duolingo application on students’ learning motivation and English vocabulary achievement in an elementary school context. A quantitative approach was employed using a quasi-experimental design with a nonequivalent control group. The participants consisted of 36 fifth-grade students, who were divided into an experimental group (18 students) and a control group (18 students). Data were collected through a learning motivation questionnaire and an English vocabulary achievement test comprising 20 multiple-choice items. The collected data were analyzed using normality tests, homogeneity tests, and an independent samples t-test to determine statistical significance. The results revealed a significant difference in both learning motivation and vocabulary achievement between students who learned using the Duolingo application and those who received conventional instruction. The mean post-test score of the experimental group (83.40) was higher than that of the control group (71.85), with a significance value of 0.002 < 0.05. These findings suggest that the integration of Duolingo contributes positively to both affective and cognitive learning outcomes. Therefore, the Duolingo application can be considered an effective supplementary tool for enhancing elementary school students’ motivation and English vocabulary mastery.
The Effect of Digital Flashcard Media on Vocabulary Improvement of Elementary School Students Musiman Musiman; Meida Fitriana
EXPOSE (Journal of English Education and for Specific Purpose) Vol 3, No 2 (2025): EXPOSE (Journal of English Education and for Specific Purpose)
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Lampung

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36269/expose.v3i2.4732

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Vocabulary mastery is a fundamental component of language learning that supports students’ abilities in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. However, many elementary school students still experience difficulties in understanding and using vocabulary effectively due to limited instructional media and teacher-centered learning approaches. This study aims to investigate the effect of digital flashcard media on vocabulary mastery among elementary school students at SD Negeri 2 Sukoharjo, Pringsewu, Lampung. The study employed a quantitative approach using a pre-experimental one-group pretest–posttest design. The participants consisted of 30 fourth-grade students selected through total sampling. Data were collected using a vocabulary test comprising 20 objective items administered before and after the implementation of digital flashcard-based instruction. The collected data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and inferential analysis in the form of a paired sample t-test. The results showed a significant improvement in students’ vocabulary mastery after the use of digital flashcards. The mean score increased from 60.13 in the pretest to 82.47 in the posttest. Indicator-based analysis revealed improvements in word meaning recognition, word–image matching, vocabulary usage in sentences, and vocabulary recall. The paired sample t-test indicated a significant difference between pretest and posttest scores at the 0.05 significance level (p < 0.05), confirming the effectiveness of digital flashcard media. The findings suggest that digital flashcards are an effective instructional medium for enhancing vocabulary learning at the elementary school level. Visualized vocabulary presentation and repeated exposure through digital flashcards support students’ comprehension and retention. This study provides empirical evidence supporting the integration of digital learning media in elementary language instruction and offers practical implications for teachers seeking innovative strategies to improve vocabulary mastery.
Challenges in Academic Essay Structuring: An Error Analysis of EFL Learners Musiman Musiman; Meida Fitriana
EXPOSE (Journal of English Education and for Specific Purpose) Vol 2, No 2 (2024): EXPOSE (Journal of English Education and for Specific Purpose)
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Lampung

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36269/expose.v2i2.4594

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Academic essay writing remains a challenging skill for learners of English as a Foreign Language (EFL), particularly in higher education contexts. This study aims to analyze the types of structural errors found in students’ English essays at Universitas Muhammadiyah Lampung. Employing a descriptive qualitative research design with an error analysis approach, the data were collected from 14 essays written by undergraduate students enrolled in an English writing course. The essays were analyzed based on structural components of academic essay writing, including the introduction, body paragraphs, and conclusion. The findings reveal that structural errors occur across all components of the essays, with the highest frequency found in the body paragraphs. Common problems include the absence of clear topic sentences, insufficient supporting details, and weak coherence between ideas. In the introduction section, several students failed to present a clear thesis statement, while conclusions often lacked effective summarization and closing statements. These structural weaknesses indicate that students experience greater difficulty in organizing ideas than in using grammatically accurate language. Overall, the study suggests that students’ essay writing problems are primarily related to discourse-level organization rather than linguistic accuracy. The findings highlight the importance of explicit instruction focusing on essay structure and paragraph development to improve students’ academic writing competence. This study contributes to EFL writing research by providing context-specific insights into structural errors in academic essays and offers pedagogical implications for improving writing instruction in higher education.
Co-Authors Musiman Musiman Tiara Noviarini