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A Study on the English Learning Difficulties Faced by Low Achiever Students at SMA Negeri 7 Bulukumba Amin, Nurul Latifa; Tahir, Muhammad; Basri, Muhammad Arham
International Journal of Language, Education, and Literature Vol. 2 No. 3 (2025): July
Publisher : International Journal of Language, Education, and Literature

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This study analyzes the difficulties faced by low achiever students in learning English at SMA Negeri 7 Bulukumba. Focusing on two research questions, the study aims to (1) identify the causes of low achievement in English learning and (2) explore the perceptions of both students and teachers, particularly related to the use of technology. This qualitative case study involved five eleventh-grade low achiever students and two English teachers. Data were collected through interviews, observations, and documentation. Findings show internal factors such as low motivation, limited vocabulary, and poor grammar mastery hinder learning. Externally, the lack of family support, teacher-centered methods, and unproductive technology use compound these issues. While digital tools could aid learning, students’ low digital literacy and teachers’ limited technological integration reduce their impact. The study recommends personalized instruction, increased teacher support, and infrastructure improvements to address these challenges.
An Analysis of English Pronunciation Made by Students with Makassarese Accent in Pronouncing Plosive Voiceless Consonants Shideng, Ahmad; Muhayyang, Maemuna; Basri, Muhammad Arham
International Journal of Language, Education, and Literature Vol. 2 No. 3 (2025): July
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This study investigates the challenges faced by students at IMMIM Boarding School in Makassar regarding the pronunciation of plosive voiceless consonants (/p/, /t/, /k/). Using descriptive qualitative analysis, the research identifies the types and causes of pronunciation errors and explores the teacher's role in addressing these issues. Data were collected from 19 second-grade students through pronunciation tests, recordings, and teacher interviews. The results revealed a total of 98 errors, with omission being the most prevalent. Internal factors such as age and motivation, along with external factors like language exposure, contributed to these errors. The findings emphasize the need for targeted instructional strategies to improve pronunciation skills.    
THE USE OF CODE MIXING BY FOREIGN REFUGEES IN MULTILINGUAL ENVIRONMENT OF MAKASSAR CITY TOWARDS ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEACHING IN INDONESIA Hasbi, Andi Indah Permatasari; Abduh, Amirullah; Basri, Muhammad Arham; Tahir, Muh
KLASIKAL : JOURNAL OF EDUCATION, LANGUAGE TEACHING AND SCIENCE Vol 7 No 1 (2025): Klasikal: Journal of Education, Language Teaching and Science
Publisher : Fakultas Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan

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This study aimed to explore how code mixing is used in multilingual interactions among foreign refugees and how it impacts English language teaching in Indonesia. In Makassar, refugees experienced legal uncertainty and integration challenges, particularly in acquiring new languages. Code mixing, the practice of combining native languages with Indonesian or English, served as a means of adaptation, identity preservation, and communication, all viewed through a sociolinguistic lens. Using a descriptive qualitative approach, the study focused on refugees from Sri Lanka, Iran, and Afghanistan, gathering data through observations, interviews, and document analysis. Triangulation ensured data validity, while thematic analysis uncovered patterns related to language use, identity, social integration, and power dynamics. The results revealed that refugees’ language learning is strongly shaped by the sociolinguistic environment. Their language choices often reflected the local context and the languages spoken around them. Code mixing emerged as a practical communication strategy, with English serving as a key tool in bridging language barriers. Sociolinguistic factors greatly influenced how refugees acquired new languages, and these insights can help improve language education programs to better support refugee integration. Code mixing proved essential in helping refugees navigate multilingual interactions while adapting to their new cultural and linguistic surroundings. The combined use of English and code mixing facilitated communication, expressed personal identity, and supported social integration. The study also recommended that Indonesia adopt some of the refugees’ language learning strategies, such as peer learning, language exchange, contextual learning, and encouraging a tolerance for making mistakes. These methods could enhance English proficiency among Indonesians, promote multilingualism, and inspire further research into language acquisition