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Is foreign language taught early or late in Indonesia? Fitriah, Noor; Amrullah, M. Kholis; Arlentriadi, David
Journal of Applied Transintegration Paradigm Vol. 2 No. 1 (2022): Journal of Applied Transintegration Paradigm
Publisher : LPPM UIN Sulthan Thaha Saifuddin Jambi

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30631/dx2x4p46

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Curriculum 2013 (K-13) changes the structure of basic education where children should be emphasized more on teaching about the religious values ​​and culture of the state before they were exposed to foreign language. So, English is not compulsory subject that is taught in elementary school. Some literatures on second language learning recommends many factors that influence the success of learning language such as learning style, personality, motivation, and age. The age factor in learning foreign language is still becoming topic of debate, whether English is learnt early or late. In Indonesia, in the level of elementary school, English is taught as local content and not every elementary school choose English for that subject. Responding that issue this study mainly discussed about how age factor support learning English as foreign language. This study is critical analysis relevant books and journals. This conveyed that the age factor influence the foreign learning. Children are able to learn English before they turn to 12 years old, that stage language skills are developed. The teachers need to pay attention to the special young learners’ characteristic and optimally build the input comprehension of learners. And the English learning and teaching process should use also appropriate methods and techniques to create the real life environment. And Indonesia government should revitalize curriculum and facilitate the learning and teaching process, especially for foreign language.
Development Of An Online-Based Foreign Language Test Training Application For The Academic Community Noor, Fatwiah; Fitriah, Noor; Sholihin, Fathurrahman
Ijaz Arabi Journal of Arabic Learning Vol 8, No 2 (2025): Ijaz Arabi: Journal Of Arabic Learning
Publisher : Universitas Islam Negeri Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.18860/ijazarabi.v8i2.32379

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In the digital era, how we learn and teach has transformed, posing challenges for students and educators. This research aims to provide innovation in education by developing online application-based foreign language test training application services for the public and the academic community of UIN Antasari Banjarmasin, which is named SIYAHA. The methodology employed is research and development using the waterfall model, which involves a sequential software development process through planning, modeling, implementation (construction), and testing. The results indicate that the SIYAHA application as a foreign language test preparation application for Students was developed based on a needs analysis to accommodate user requirements through procedures including needs analysis, system design, application development, submission and evaluation, launch and implementation, and maintenance and further development. This includes a user-friendly interface designed for accessibility by students and the public, a structured question bank categorized by skill level, real-time feedback and scoring, progress tracking, and dual-language content support. The system is web-based, compatible across devices, and secure with user authentication. These features collectively support a practical, flexible, and user-centered learning experience. Additionally, The SIYAHA application meets the criteria of feasibility in terms of both application functionality and content quality.