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Struktur dan Pola Vitalitas Bahasa pada Mahasiswa Beretnis Kaili di Universitas Tadulako Yunidar Yunidar; Tamrin Tamrin; M. Asri B; Abdul Kamaruddin; Nursyamsi Nursyamsi; Gusti Alit Suputra
Aksara Vol 35, No 1 (2023): AKSARA, EDISI JUNI 2023
Publisher : Balai Bahasa Provinsi Bali

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29255/aksara.v35i1.1247.116--124

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This study aims to (1) describe the structure and vitality patterns of the Kaili language in the family domain and (2) describe the factors that cause the helplessness of the Kaili language in the family domain of the Kaili ethnic students. The method used in this research is qualitative and quantitative. Data collection techniques through questionnaires, interviews, and observation as the main data collection tools. Data processing techniques and data analysis were carried out based on data trends regarding the structure and pattern of the use of the Kaili language in the family domain. From the results of the study it is known that the use of the Kaili language among students of the Kaili ethnicity at Tadulako University in the family sphere has burdened their vitality which tends to decrease and indicates extinction. This is because most of them use Indonesian and some use foreign languages. There are several factors that shift the use of the Kaili language to Indonesian and foreign languages, namely; (1) prestige factors, (2) function factors, (3) information and technology factors, and (4) a positive attitude weakens the Kaili language. AbstrakPenelitian ini bertujuan untuk (1) mendeskripsikan struktur dan pola daya hidup bahasa Kaili pada ranah keluarga dan (2) mendeskripsikan faktor penyebab tidak berdayanya bahasa Kaili dalam ranah keluarga mahasiswa yang beretnis Kaili. Metode yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini adalah kualitatif dan kuantitatif. Teknik pengumpulan data melalui kuesioner, wawancara, dan pengamatan sebagai alat pengumpul data utama. Teknik Pengolahan data dan analisis data dilakukan berdasarkan kecenderungan data tentang struktur dan pola penggunaan bahasa Kaili di ranah keluarga. Dari hasil penelitian ditemukan bahwa penggunaan bahasa Kaili pada mahasiswa beretnis Kaili di Universitas Tadulako pada ranah keluarga telah melemah daya hidupnya menurun cenderung dan menunjukkan kepunahan. Hal itu disebabkan sebagian besar mereka menggunakan bahasa Indonesia dan beberapa diantaranya ada yang menggunakan bahasa asing. Ada beberapa faktor yang menggeser penggunaan bahasa Kaili ke bahasa Indonesia dan bahasa asing, yaitu (1) faktor prestise, (2) faktor fungsi guna, (3) faktor teknologi dan informasi, dan (4) sikap positif melemah terhadap bahasa Kaili.
Improving Reading Comprehension of the Eleventh Grade Students of SMA Negeri 4 Palu Through the Use of Preview, Ask Question, Read and Summarize (PARS) Strategy Renaldi, Laode Moh; Rofiqoh, Rofiqoh; Wahyudin, Wahyudin; Kamaruddin, Abdul
Datokarama English Education Journal Vol. 6 No. 1 (2025): June
Publisher : English Tadris Department, Tarbiyah and Teacher Training Faculty, Datokarama State Islamic University Palu

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24239/dee.v6i1.112

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The objective of this research was to determine whether the use of the PARS (Preview, Ask Question, Read, Summarize) strategy could improve reading comprehension among eleventh-grade students at SMA Negeri 4 Palu. A quasi-experimental design was used with a sample selected through available sampling. Class XI H served as the experimental group and Class XI F as the control group. Class XI H was chosen for treatment due to its lower English proficiency based on pre-test results. The research instrument was a reading test consisting of multiple-choice, essay, and true/false questions, administered as both pre-test and post-test. The mean pre-test scores were 46.04 for the experimental class and 47.46 for the control class. After treatment, the experimental group’s mean post-test score rose to 75.72, while the control group’s was 65.69. Statistical analysis showed that the t-counted value (1.99) exceeded the t-table value (1.67), indicating a significant improvement. The findings suggest that the PARS strategy effectively enhances students’ reading comprehension. Therefore, teachers are encouraged to implement this strategy to promote student engagement and understanding, particularly in content-heavy subjects, by guiding learners through an active and structured reading process.
IMPROVING PRONUNCIATION ABILTY FOR JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS THROUGH HOMOPHONE GAME Wanda, Wanda; Kamaruddin, Abdul; Patmasari, Andi
EXPOSURE : JURNAL PENDIDIKAN BAHASA INGGRIS Vol 14, No 1 (2025): Exposure
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Makassar

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26618/exposure.v14i1.14612

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The articulation of vowels is a cornerstone of phonological and linguistic studies, playing a critical role in understanding speech patterns and language acquisition. Influenced by factors such as tongue position, lip rounding, and phonetic context, vowel variation remains underexplored in the context of second language learning. To analyze The objective of this research was to illustrate that the inclusion of homophone game could improve the pronunciation skills of seventh grade students at SMPN 16 PALU. the researcher employed a quasi-experimental approach, assigning 31 students to the experimental group and 34 students to the control group. The sample was selected by using cluster random sampling technique. Data collection involved pre-test and post-test, an analyzed was conducted using paired sample t-tests with the assistance of SPSS version 27 windows. The findings indicate that employing the homophone game strategy effectively improved the pronunciation ability of the seventh-grade students at SMPN 16 PALU. this was evidenced by the paired sample t-test analysis, revealing a significance level (2-tailed) of 0.001 0.05, indicating a significant difference in students’ learning outcomes between the pretest and posttest phases. This discovery suggests that to improve pronunciation instruction, educators should integrate homophone games into their teaching approaches. Keywords: Improve, Pronunciation, Homophone Game
The Use of Fix-Up Strategy to Improve Reading Comprehension of the Eleventh Grade Students of Senior High School Awaluddin, Muktamirah; Abdul Kamaruddin; Wahyudin; Anjar Kusuma Dewi
IDEAS: Journal on English Language Teaching and Learning, Linguistics and Literature Vol. 13 No. 1 (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.v13i1.5309

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The objective of this research is to find out whether the use of Fix-up Strategy can improve reading comprehension of the eleventh-grade students’ MA Alkhairaat Biromaru. This research used a pre-experimental research. The sample of this research was class XI IPS MA Alkhairaat Biromaru which consisted of 16 students. The sample was obtained by using purposive sampling technique. The data were collected using tests, pretest and posttest, and analyzed statistically. The result of this research showed that there is significant differences of students’ achievement in pretest and posttest. It shows that the mean score of the pretest is 53.44 and the mean score of posttest is 66.72. The result showed that the value of t-counted (10.60) is higher than the value of t-table (1.753) by applying a significance level of 0.05. It means that the hypothesis is accepted. Thus, the use of fix-up Strategy can improve reading comprehension of the eleventh-grade students MA Alkhairaat Biromaru.
Improving English Vocabulary of Grade VIII Students Through Code Mixing at Junior High School Dina Navisa D. Agusalim; Abdul Kamaruddin; Wahyudin; Mawardin M. Said
IDEAS: Journal on English Language Teaching and Learning, Linguistics and Literature Vol. 13 No. 1 (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.v13i1.5897

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The objective of the research is to ensure whether or not employing code mixing can improve English vocabulary of grade VIII students at SMP Negeri 15 Palu. The population of this research was the eighth grade students at SMP Negeri 15 Palu. Researcher selected sample using purposive sampling technique. The sample of this study were students of class VIII B as an experimental class totaling 31 students and class VIII C as a control class totaling 33 students. The data were analyzed statistically to determine the significant difference of students achievement in pre-test and post-test. The mean score of the experimental class on the pretest was 42.19 and the control class was 43.39. Th mean score of the experimental class on posttest was 78.70 and control class was 44.72. By using 0.05 level of significance and 62 degree of freedom, the researcher get the result t-counted (9.11) was higher than t-table (1.657). It means that the hypothesis is accepted. In conclusion, the use of code mixing can improve English vocabulary of grade VIII students at SMP Negeri 15 Palu.
Using Collaborative Strategic Reading (CSR) to Improve Reading Comprehension of Vocational School Students (An experimental study at SMK Negeri 1 Dampal Selatan, Toli-Toli, Central Sulawesi) Erniwati, Erniwati; Darmawan, Darmawan; Kamaruddin, Abdul; Amalia, Rezki
Ethical Lingua: Journal of Language Teaching and Literature Vol. 12 No. 1 (2025): Volume 12 No 1 April 2025
Publisher : Universitas Cokroaminoto Palopo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30605/25409190.786

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This study aims to determine if Collaborative Strategic Reading (CSR) affects the reading comprehension of grade ten students of SMK Negeri 1 Dampal Selatan. It used a quasi-experimental design with two groups called experimental and control groups, and involved 52 grade ten students as the samples. The paper-and-pencil method was used for data collection, with tests as the instrument. The pretest and posttest tests were administered to both groups. Data obtained from the tests were analyzed statistically to determine the sampled students’ reading comprehension before and after the treatment. The result showed that the reading comprehension of the experimental group improved significantly compared to the control one. Using a degree of freedom (df) of 50 and a significance level (ρ) of 0.05, it was found that the t-counted was 8.79, which was higher than the t-table of 1.677. Because the t-counted value was greater than the t-table value, the research hypothesis was accepted. Thus, using Collaborative Strategic Reading is effective for improving the reading comprehension of the sampled students of grade ten at SMK Negeri 1 Dampal Selatan.
Low-Tech Visual Scaffolds for High Gains: Cue-Card Instruction Elevates Grade-8 EFL Speaking in Rural Central Sulawesi Asdar, Asdar; Kamaruddin, Abdul; Erniwati, Erniwati
ELT Worldwide: Journal of English Language Teaching Vol 12, No 1: April
Publisher : Pascasarjana Universitas Negeri Makassar

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26858/eltww.v12i1.72941

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Developing communicative competence in under-resourced classrooms remains a persistent challenge for English as a Foreign Language (EFL) teachers. Grounded in Dual-Coding and Multimedia-Learning theories, this study investigated the impact of cue-card scaffolding on the speaking performance of Grade-8 students at a remote junior-high school in Central Sulawesi, Indonesia. Using a pre-experimental one-group pre-test–post-test design, 21 students completed a baseline oral test, participated in seven 80-minute lessons that progressed from image-only cards to situational grids, and sat for an equivalent post-test. Performances were rated with a four-category analytic rubric (fluency, vocabulary, grammar, pronunciation) by two trained raters (α = .89; r = .91). Mean scores improved from 46.14 to 59.14, yielding a mean gain of 13 points and a large practical effect (Cohen’s d = 1.40). A paired-samples t test showed the improvement was statistically significant (t = 9.92, df = 20, p < .001). Score dispersion narrowed, indicating benefits for both lower- and higher-proficiency learners. Classroom observations revealed increased lexical range and reduced hesitation, supporting theoretical claims that visual–verbal integration lowers cognitive load. The findings confirm cue cards as a cost-effective alternative to digital media for advancing oral proficiency in bandwidth-constrained contexts. Implications for lesson planning, teacher training, and equity-oriented language policy are discussed.
Difficulties in Speaking Skill Encountered by English Students at Tadulako University Puspasari, Devi; Jamiluddin, Jamiluddin; Kamaruddin, Abdul
International Journal of English and Applied Linguistics (IJEAL) Vol. 5 No. 1 (2025): Volume 5 Nomor 1 April 2025
Publisher : ITScience (Information Technology and Science)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47709/ijeal.v5i1.4409

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This study aims to identify the difficulties in speaking English and the factors influencing these difficulties among the students. The research design used is a qualitative method with the subjects of the research being the fourth-semester students in the English Education Study Program at Tadulako University. The researcher used questionnaires and interviews as data collection tolos. Based on the data análisis results, there are three predominant speaking difficulties faced by most students. First, the diffculty in expressing ideas clearly and effectively. Second, the difficulty in using correct grammar. Third, the difficulty in dealing with anxiety while speaking. The factors influencing these difficulties are divided into two main categories: linguistic factors and psychological factors. Linguistic factors relate to language elements such as limited vocabulary, improper grammar usage, and nuclear pronunciation. Psychological factors include individual psychological aspects such as low self-confidence, lack of motivation, and high levels of anxiety. The findings of this study are expected to provide insights for educators to develop strategies to help students overcome these challenges and improve their speaking skills.  
Unveiling Students’ Perceptions of Project-Based Learning (PjBL): Insights from Sociolinguistics Class Patmasari, Andi; Muhammad Ismail; Abdul Kamaruddin; Misnariah Idrus; Aisah Apridayani
Journal of Learning Improvement and Lesson Study Vol. 5 No. 1 (2025): JLILS (June Edition)
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Padang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24036/jlils.v5i1.146

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Students’ perception has an important role in the success of the learning process. Therefore, the objective of this research was to investigate and describe the students’ perception of PjBL in Sociolinguistics class. This research applied descriptive qualitative. Sources of data or research respondents were the students of English Education Study Program of Tadulako University who enrolled in Sociolinguistics in Educational Context class, especially the ones in classes E and F. The researchers used questionnaire and interview to get relevant and accurate information or data. The researchers analysed data through three stages: data reduction, data display, and conclusion. Based on the questionnaire and interview, it can be seen that most students gave positive responses to implementation of PjBL. They stated that PjBL widens their understanding of Sociolinguistics and develops their problem-solving, communication, critical thinking, and decision-making skills. The research findings can enrich the knowledge about the learning model, the mechanism of providing a project, and the stages that must be followed. And also students’ perception of PjBL could describe the implementation of the learning model that could be considered by lecturers or teachers in managing classes, selecting projects, and choosing the best learning model.
Pronunciation Problems of English Segmental Sounds Encountered by EFL Learners of English Education Study Program Yulianti, Lola Dwi; Marhum, Mochtar; Kamaruddin, Abdul
Jurnal Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris undiksha Vol. 13 No. 1 (2025): May
Publisher : Universitas Pendidikan Ganesha

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23887/jpbi.v13i1.86838

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The challenge of mastering English pronunciation poses significant problems for Indonesian students, who are accustomed to their native language. The English Education Study Program aims to cultivate proficient English speakers; however, many learners struggle with pronunciation despite this goal. This research aims to investigate the pronunciation problems encountered by EFL learners and to find out the underlying factors affecting the problems. Utilizing a descriptive qualitative approach, the research involved 20 participants of third-semester English Education Study Program. Data were gathered through pronunciation tests, questionnaires, and interviews. The findings reveal that the primary pronunciation problems lie in segmental features, particularly with fricative consonant sounds /v/, /ð/, /ʒ/, /θ/, and /z/, as well as vowel sounds /æ/, /ɔ:/, /ɜ:/, /u:/, and /ɑː/. These problems predominantly arise from the absence of similar sounds in Indonesian, leading to systematic substitutions with more familiar phonemes. Additionally, inconsistencies in English phonetics and the divergence between written and spoken forms exacerbate these problems. The research identifies four main factors affecting pronunciation problems: (1) the influence of native language, (2) age, (3) amount of exposure to English, and (4) phonetic coding ability. The implication of this research suggest that instructors incorporate phonetics training into their curriculum to aid students in improving their pronunciation skills.
Co-Authors A.Y, Andi Anshar. Agussatriana Aisah Apridayani Amalia, Rezki Aminah Aminah Aminah Aminah Aminah Suriaman Amiruddin K Amiruddin Kade Anggreni, Afrillia Anggri Nurmawarni Anjar Kusuma Dewi Anshari Syafar Anshari Syafar Anwar, Aulia Nanda Sari Asdar Asdar Aswin, Anita Auliya, Asti Fitra Awaluddin, Muktamirah Ayu Faradila Budi Budi Budi Budi Chairiyah, Wiwik Darmawan Darmawan Darmawan Darmawan Day, Jein Silsilia Desrin Lebagi Dewi Satria Ahmar Dina Navisa D. Agusalim Dolita, Fajria Dwi Putri, Dwi Eka Permatasari Erniwati Erniwati Fadhilah Zamzam Faisal Faisal Fatimah Azzahrah Zulkfli fatur Rahman, fatur Febryanti, Feby Ferry Rita Gusti Alit Suputra Haku, Devitriani AR. Hasan Basri Hastini, Hastini Hidayat, Andika Firdaus Husain, Sadang Ichsanul Faraby Jamiluddin, Jamiluddin Konder Manurung Lebrina Mundi Listiani Listiani M. Asri B Maf'ulah Maf'ulah Maharani, Astrid Deswita Mamar, Herni Markoh, Ningsih Mashuri Mashuri Mashuri Mashuri Mashuri Mawardin M. Said Mawardin Muhammad Said Maya Angella Basampe Mbani , Nurmakfira Misnariah Idrus Mochtar Marhum Muhammad Ismail Muhtadi, Nafsah N. Novia, N. Nadrun, Nadrun Nopiyanti, Suci Nur Ilmi Muslimin Nur Sehang Thamrin Nursyamsi Nursyamsi Nurul Fitria Palintin, Afrida Patmasari, Andi Puspasari, Devi Renaldi, Laode Moh rofiqoh rofiqoh S. Supriyadi, S. Sadilia, Sukmawati Safitri Haryati Putri Sakinah Sakinah Silvani Safitri Sitti Harisah Sriati Usman Sudarkam R Mertosono Supriyatman, Supriyatman Tamrin Tamrin Taqyuddin Bakri Ulinsa, Ulinsa Wahyudin Wahyudin Wahyudin Wahyudin Wahyudin Wahyudin Wahyudin Wanda Wanda Whanchit, Wararat Yanti Permatasari Yanti Permatasari Yulianti, Lola Dwi Yunidar Zarah Amelia Zarah Amelia H. Basri Zarkiani Hasyim