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Student's Difficulties In Mastering English Pronunciation Sitompul, Eby Delyani; Hasibuan, Maisyaroh; Nasution, Sania Oktavia; Aulia, Winda; Santoso, Didik
Jurnal Ilmu Sosial, Humaniora dan Seni Vol. 2 No. 6 (2024): Mei - Juni
Publisher : CV. ITTC INDONESIA

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.62379/jishs.v2i6.1863

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The purpose of this study is to address the problem of incorrect pronunciation among students studying English education. The study used a descriptive methodology. Five students from the English education department participated in this study. Through interviewing and test recordings, the data was gathered. A test was used to evaluate the problems that students were facing, and an interview was done to validate the information gathered. Due to the differences in the linguistic systems of English and Bahasa, there were problems with pronunciation such as irregular placement and articulation, as well as a deficiency in the ability to pronounce vowels and consonants according to the international phonetics alphabet. The professor offered oral comments, mobile phone apps, audio-visual materials, and a lot of reading practice as methods for teaching English pronunciation.
Students` Perspectives on The Use of Preply Application in Reading Vocabulary Skills in Students Nasution, Sania Oktavia; Ismahani, Siti
IDEAS: Journal on English Language Teaching and Learning, Linguistics and Literature Vol. 13 No. 2 (2025): IDEAS: Journal on English Language Teaching and Learning, Linguistics and Lite
Publisher : Institut Agama Islam Negeri Palopo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24256/ideas.v13i2.7200

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This research examines how students view the Preply application as a tool for enhancing their English reading vocabulary skills, employing a qualitative case study approach. In total, there were 27 seventh-grade learners from a junior high school in Delitua who took part in the research. Information was collected through questionnaires administered before and after the study, as well as through semi- structured interviews. After utilizing Preply, students’ confidence in reading vocabulary saw an improvement of 0. 95 points on average. The results indicate that the features of Preply—such as its flexible accessibility, multimedia resources, and the availability of tutors—positively influenced student engagement, motivation, and self-sufficiency. Nevertheless, there were obstacles, including limited access to premium functionalities and insufficient integration with existing curricula. This research is based on the frameworks of Mobile-Assisted Language Learning (MALL) and Self-Determination Theory, providing valuable insights into incorporating digital tools into formal English education.