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Nemo, Maximus Leonardus
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Exploring the Role of Digital Tools in Vocabulary Acquisition: A Qualitative Study in the Context of English Education in Papua Naing, Ince Rezky; Nemo, Maximus Leonardus; Rafra, Precilia
JURNAL PENA Vol 12, No 1 (2025)
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Makassar

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26618/jp.v12i1.17198

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The use of digital learning tools has become increasingly influential in language education, particularly in facilitating vocabulary acquisition. However, in contexts such as Papua, Indonesia is characterized by limited resources and significant cultural diversity, the integration of these tools presents distinct challenges and opportunities. This study investigated the role of digital tools in enhancing vocabulary acquisition among English Education students in Papua, examined the challenges encountered by educators and learners, and proposes strategies for adapting these tools to better reflect the region's unique cultural and linguistic landscape. Adopting a qualitative research approach, the study gathered data through semi-structured interviews, classroom observations, and document analysis involving participants from both teachers and students of Papua. Thematic analysis was employed to extract key themes and patterns from the data. The findings indicated that digital tools, such as Kahoot, Quizziz, Quizlet and Duolingo, support vocabulary development by offering gamified, interactive, and self-directed learning opportunities. Nonetheless, their impact is constrained by infrastructural deficiencies, disparities in access to technology, and limited digital literacy among educators and students. Furthermore, the absence of culturally relevant content diminished engagement and reduced the tools’ effectiveness within the local context. The study concluded that while digital tools hold significant potential to enhance English Education, their successful implementation necessitates addressing infrastructural challenges, enhancing educator training, and developing culturally adapted resources. The research contributes to a deeper understanding of the complexities of digital learning in multilingual and under-resourced environments, offering actionable recommendations for improving language education in Papua.
A Needs Analysis of Basic Reading Instruction for University-Level EFL Students Nemo, Maximus Leonardus; Rinantanti, Yulini; Wabiser, Yan Dirk; Kobepa, Niko; Sobolim, Amelia D.; Daud, Enikartini Binti
Journal of Languages and Language Teaching Vol. 13 No. 4 (2025): October
Publisher : Universitas Pendidikan Mandalika

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33394/jollt.v13i4.15702

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Essential for EFL students are basic reading skills, including letter recognition, word decoding, and comprehension of phrases. Learners struggle with more difficult materials and participate actively in class discussions without honing these abilities. This study aims to investigate EFL students’ needs analysis of basic reading instruction. This descriptive qualitative research design was used with the 2nd semester students of the English Language Education Study Program of Universitas Cenderawasih as the subjects of this research, using in-depth interviews and non-participant observation as data collection tools, and having 19 students as the respondents. Based on the interviews with 19 EFL students, most of them find textbook-based reading materials repetitious and devoid of visual aids, with culture, education, health, and sport. They were interesting, relevant materials that they enjoyed more. Particularly in science and academic writing, students find difficulty with longer passages, foreign vocabulary, and challenging books. They said they prefer digital resources to help understanding, including interactive exercises, audiobooks, and vocabulary lists. These findings underline the importance of level-appropriate, interesting reading materials as well as the usage of multimedia tools to assist different learning requirements. This study concludes that EFL students find challenges with standard, textbook-based reading materials, which emphasize the need for analysis for more relevant, interactive, and visually accompanied content to better fit their interests and improve reading comprehension and enthusiasm. The study recommends utilizing various reading materials, contextualized subjects, and needs-based scaffolding to improve engagement and understanding in curriculum development. EFL programmes can help learners improve their language skills.
Exploring the Role of Digital Tools in Vocabulary Acquisition: A Qualitative Study in the Context of English Education in Papua Naing, Ince Rezky; Nemo, Maximus Leonardus; Rafra, Precilia
JURNAL PENA Vol 12 No 1 (2025)
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Makassar

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26618/jp.v12i1.17198

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The use of digital learning tools has become increasingly influential in language education, particularly in facilitating vocabulary acquisition. However, in contexts such as Papua, Indonesia is characterized by limited resources and significant cultural diversity, the integration of these tools presents distinct challenges and opportunities. This study investigated the role of digital tools in enhancing vocabulary acquisition among English Education students in Papua, examined the challenges encountered by educators and learners, and proposes strategies for adapting these tools to better reflect the region's unique cultural and linguistic landscape. Adopting a qualitative research approach, the study gathered data through semi-structured interviews, classroom observations, and document analysis involving participants from both teachers and students of Papua. Thematic analysis was employed to extract key themes and patterns from the data. The findings indicated that digital tools, such as Kahoot, Quizziz, Quizlet and Duolingo, support vocabulary development by offering gamified, interactive, and self-directed learning opportunities. Nonetheless, their impact is constrained by infrastructural deficiencies, disparities in access to technology, and limited digital literacy among educators and students. Furthermore, the absence of culturally relevant content diminished engagement and reduced the tools’ effectiveness within the local context. The study concluded that while digital tools hold significant potential to enhance English Education, their successful implementation necessitates addressing infrastructural challenges, enhancing educator training, and developing culturally adapted resources. The research contributes to a deeper understanding of the complexities of digital learning in multilingual and under-resourced environments, offering actionable recommendations for improving language education in Papua.
Co-Authors Daud, Enikartini Binti Kobepa, Niko Naing, Ince Rezky Rafra, Precilia Sobolim, Amelia D. Yan Dirk Wabiser Yulini Rinantanti