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The Effect of Think-Pair-Share on Eleventh Grade Students’ Speaking Performance: A Quasi-Experimental Study Rahman, Fatur; Kamaruddin, Abdul; Hasyim, Zarkiani
Journal of General Education and Humanities Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026): February
Publisher : MASI Mandiri Edukasi

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58421/gehu.v5i1.874

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Students in EFL classrooms often exhibit low participation in speaking activities, leading to passive interaction and limited oral practice. Therefore, this study aimed to examine the effect of applying the Think-Pair-Share (TPS) technique on improving students’ speaking skills at SMAN 5 Palu. A quasi-experimental design with pre-test and post-test was employed involving two intact classes selected through purposive sampling: class XI M9 as the experimental group and class XI M7 as the control group, each consisting of 35 students. The experimental group received instruction using the TPS technique, while the control group received conventional instruction. Students’ speaking performance was assessed based on accuracy, fluency, and comprehensibility. Data from pre- and post-tests were analyzed using an independent-samples t-test. The results showed a statistically significant improvement in students’ speaking skills after the implementation of the TPS technique. The experimental mean score increased from 30.20 on the pre-test to 67.14 on the post-test, whereas the control group showed only a slight increase from 30.40 to 41.45. The statistical analysis indicated a significant difference between the two groups, t (68) = 12.20, p < .05. These findings indicate that the Think-Pair-Share technique is effective in enhancing students’ speaking performance.
Improving Students’ Speaking Skills Through Describing Picture Strategy at SMP Negeri 7 Palu Haku, Devitriani AR.; Kamaruddin, Abdul; Mashuri, Mashuri; Hastini, Hastini
Journal of General Education and Humanities Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026): February
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58421/gehu.v5i1.875

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Descriptive speaking skills remain among the most challenging competencies for junior high school students, particularly in contexts where English is taught as a foreign language. Many students struggle with pronunciation, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehensibility, resulting in limited confidence and difficulty expressing descriptive information. This study aims to determine the effectiveness of the Describing Picture Strategy in developing the descriptive speaking skills of eighth-grade students at SMP Negeri 7 Palu. Using a quasi-experimental design with a pretest–posttest control group, the study involved 57 students selected through simple random sampling. The experimental group received treatment using the Describing Picture Strategy, while the control group received conventional instruction. Data were collected using a speaking performance test and analyzed through descriptive and inferential statistics using SPSS 25. The results show a significant improvement in the experimental group’s mean score from 59.69 to 71.81, compared to the control group’s increase from 58.24 to 61.08. An Independent Samples T-Test yielded a p-value of 0.000 (p < 0.05), indicating a statistically significant difference between the groups. These findings demonstrate that the Describing Picture Strategy effectively enhances students' pronunciation, fluency, and comprehensibility by providing visual stimuli that trigger ideas and reduce speaking anxiety. The study concludes that visual-based, student-centered techniques are beneficial for improving descriptive speaking performance in EFL contexts.
Effects of Sustained Silent Reading on Eighth-Grade Students' Reading Comprehension: A Quasi-Experimental Study Auliya, Asti Fitra; Kamaruddin, Abdul; Hasyim, Zarkiani; Thamrin, Nur Sehang
Journal of General Education and Humanities Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026): February
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58421/gehu.v5i1.898

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This study aims to determine whether the Sustained Silent Reading (SSR) method is effective in improving the reading comprehension of grade VIII students at SMP Negeri 1 Banawa Tengah. This study used a quasi-experimental design with two groups: the experimental group (VIII D) and the control group (VIII A). Both groups were given a pre-test and a post-test of the same type, consisting of multiple-choice, true/false, and detail questions that focused on literal understanding of the narrative text. The experimental group received the SSR method for six sessions, while the control group learned using the conventional method. The results showed a significant improvement in students' reading comprehension after the implementation of SSR. The average pre-test score of the experimental group increased from 44.64 to 74.68 in the post-test, while the control group increased from 42.71 to 63.46. The results of the t-test analysis showed that the t-counted value (3.82) was greater than the t-table value (1.675) at the 0.05 significance level, indicating that the alternative hypothesis is accepted. Thus, the application of the Sustained Silent Reading method has proven effective in improving the reading comprehension of grade VIII students at SMP Negeri 1 Banawa Tengah.
Students’ perception on the implementation of Project-Based Learning in Writing Instruction at SMA Bala Keselamatan Palu Day, Jein Silsilia; Kamaruddin, Abdul; Lebagi, Desrin; Nadrun, Nadrun
Journal of English Language and Education Vol 10, No 6 (2025)
Publisher : Universitas Pahlawan Tuanku Tambusai

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/jele.v10i6.1767

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Project-Based Learning (PjBL) is one of the learning methods in the independent curriculum and is a proven effective teaching methods in writing. However, few studies have explored students' perceptions of the implementation of PjBL in writing. Therefore, this study investigates students' perceptions of the level of participation, benefits, and challenges in the implementation of PjBL in writing instruction among tenth-grade students at SMA Bala Keselamatan Palu. This study selected 7 students through purposive sampling, and data were obtained through semi-structured interviews and focus group discussions in a qualitative phenomenological design. The results showed that they were actively involved in the learning process and increased their confidence in writing, even though they also faced various challenges, including limited vocabulary and differences of opinion within the group. However, most students generally had positive perceptions. In conclusion, PjBL is considered an effective teaching method in writing instruction.
The Effect of Group Work on Students’ Speaking Skills Hidayat, Andika Firdaus; Marhum, Mochtar; Nadrun, Nadrun; Kamaruddin, Abdul
Journal of English Language and Education Vol 11, No 1 (2026)
Publisher : Universitas Pahlawan Tuanku Tambusai

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/jele.v11i1.1745

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Many seventh-grade students struggle with speaking skills due to limited linguistic knowledge and speaking anxiety, despite the expectations of the Merdeka Curriculum for junior high school learners to communicate effectively in English. To address these challenges, group work is often recommended as a strategy to reduce anxiety and increase student participation. However, most previous studies were conducted at higher education levels, leaving limited evidence for younger learners. Therefore, this study aims to investigate whether group work significantly improves the speaking skills of seventh-grade students at SMP Negeri 18 Palu. A quasi-experimental design was used, involving two intact classes of 28 students each. Both groups completed a pre-test and post-test consisting of three oral questions assessing fluency and comprehensibility. The treatment will be administered over six sessions, from the second to the seventh meeting. The experimental group will use the group work technique, while the control group will receive conventional instruction. The data were analyzed using the Mann–Whitney U Test because the scores were not normally distributed. The findings showed that although both groups demonstrated increased mean scores from pre-test to post-test, the significance value (p = 0.113) exceeded the 0.05 threshold. Thus, the null hypothesis (H0) was accepted, indicating that group work did not produce a statistically significant improvement in students’ speaking skills. These results suggest that group work may require longer implementation or additional support to yield stronger effects for junior high school learners.
Student’s Perception of Using ChatGPT Voice to Improve Their Self-Efficacy in Speaking Muhtadi, Nafsah; Kamaruddin, Abdul; Zamzam, Fadhilah; Mashuri, Mashuri
Journal of English Language and Education Vol 10, No 6 (2025)
Publisher : Universitas Pahlawan Tuanku Tambusai

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/jele.v10i6.1861

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Speaking self-efficacy plays a crucial role in EFL learners’ oral performance, as it influences confidence, anxiety management, and willingness to communicate. Despite the growing integration of artificial intelligence in language learning, empirical studies exploring students’ perceptions of AI voice-based tools, particularly ChatGPT Voice, remain limited in the Indonesian EFL context, especially among English major students. This study aims to investigate English Education students’ perceptions of using ChatGPT Voice and examine how it contributes to their speaking self-efficacy. Employing a descriptive qualitative design, data were collected through preliminary observation interviews and in-depth semi-structured interviews with seventh-semester English Education students at Tadulako University. The findings reveal that ChatGPT Voice positively influences students’ speaking self-efficacy by increasing confidence, reducing speaking anxiety, improving fluency and vocabulary, and enhancing motivation and enjoyment. Despite minor technical challenges, students generally perceived the tool as supportive and effective. This study concludes that ChatGPT Voice serves as a valuable supplementary tool for fostering speaking self-efficacy in EFL contexts.
Peer Support and Confidence in English Speaking Proficiency among EFL Students Ayu, Hijrinia Kusumaning; Thamrin, Nur Sehang; Dewi, Anjar Kusuma; Kamaruddin, Abdul
Journal of General Education and Humanities Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026): February
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58421/gehu.v5i1.972

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This study investigates the influence of peer support systems on students’ self-confidence and English as a Foreign Language (EFL) speaking proficiency. Using a quantitative survey design, data were collected from 150 English Education students from three universities in Palu, Indonesia. The questionnaire measured emotional support, feedback and correction, academic support, self-confidence, and self-perceived English-speaking skill. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA), and simple linear regression in Jamovi. The findings indicate that peer support has a significant positive effect on students’ self-confidence (R² = 0.217, p < .001) and self-perceived English-speaking ability (R² = 0.283, p < .001). Furthermore, mediation analysis reveals that self-confidence partially mediates the relationship between peer support and speaking ability. Although the measurement model demonstrates marginal fit based on CFI and TLI values, the RMSEA value indicates an acceptable model fit. These results highlight the importance of supportive peer environments in fostering confidence and improving speaking proficiency in EFL contexts, particularly through informal peer interactions outside the classroom.
Meningkatkan Partisipasi Peserta Didik melalui Pendekatan Culturally Responsive Teaching pada Pembelajaran Hortatory Exposition Text Listiani, Listiani; Kamaruddin, Abdul; Mamar, Herni
Jurnal Ilmiah Multidisiplin Amsir Vol. 3 No. 2 (2025): Juni
Publisher : AhInstitute of Research and Community Service (LP2M) Institute of Social Sciences and Business Andi Sapada

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.62861/jimat.v3i2.883

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This study aims to improve students’ active participation in learning Hortatory Exposition Text through the implementation of Culturally Responsive Teaching (CRT) in class XI IPA 1 SMA Negeri 1 Palu. The research employed Classroom Action Research (CAR) using Kemmis and McTaggart’s model, conducted in two cycles consisting of planning, acting, observing, and reflecting stages. The research instrument was an observation sheet containing five indicators of active participation, adapted from Suryosubroto and Sudjana. The results showed a significant increase in student participation from the pre-cycle (25%), cycle I (55%), to cycle II (85%). The findings indicate that CRT effectively creates contextual and empowering English learning by linking materials to students’ local culture. This study concludes that CRT can be an alternative strategy for English teachers to enhance students’ active participation and learning motivation.
Navigating Constructive Feedback in Indonesia’s PPG Practicum: Challenges, Emotions, and Emerging Feedback Literacy Nadrun Nadrun; Mashuri Mashuri; Nur Sehang Thamrin; Abdul Kamaruddin
Vidya Karya Vol 41, No 1 (2026): APRIL 2026
Publisher : Universitas Lambung Mangkurat

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20527/jvk.v41i1.25579

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Constructive feedback is a core component of professional learning in school-based teaching practicums, yet pre-service teachers often experience difficulty turning feedback into concrete instructional improvement. This study aims to explore how pre-service teachers in the Indonesian Pendidikan Profesi Guru (PPG) program receive, interpret, and enact constructive feedback during the school-based teaching practicum (Praktik Pengalaman Lapangan/PPL), including the challenges they face and the strategies they use to respond. The study employed a qualitative phenomenological design. Participants included eight student teachers and five mentor teachers from seven partner schools in Palu, Indonesia. Data were collected through individual semi-structured interviews conducted in Indonesian, audio-recorded, transcribed verbatim, and analyzed using inductive thematic analysis. The findings show that student teachers generally accepted feedback as supportive and developmental, but enactment remained limited. Key barriers included pedagogical-technical difficulties (translating curriculum learning outcomes into ABCD-structured learning objectives, selecting appropriate instructional models, and aligning assessment practices), classroom enactment constraints (pacing, engagement, classroom management), affective pressures (low confidence, pressure from repeated revisions, confusion due to multiple inputs), and mentoring continuity issues (limited access to mentors/supervisors and delayed clarification). Despite these barriers, student teachers developed adaptive strategies, such as note-taking, iterative revision, peer collaboration, intensive consultation, and the use of digital and AI-supported resources, while mentor teachers supported progress through gradual coaching and combined verbal and written feedback. In conclusion, feedback effectiveness in PPL depends not only on student teachers’ positive acceptance but also on the acceptance-to-enactment pathway enabled by actionable feedforward, psychologically safe interactions, and sustained dialogic mentoring. The study implies that PPG programs should strengthen mentoring coordination, provide clear exemplars and criteria, and embed structured feedback literacy support to help pre-service teachers translate feedback into observable teaching improvement.
The Enactment of Pedagogical Competence among Certified EFL Teachers at Secondary Schools Agussatriana Agussatriana; Andi Patmasari; Abdul Kamaruddin; Nadrun Nadrun; Muhammad Ismail
Datokarama English Education Journal Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): January-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.v7i1.154

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The enhancement of teachers’ competence and performance has been a primary objective of Indonesia’s teacher certification program (PPG). This study aimed to describe and interpret certified teachers’ professional competencies as reflected in their classroom practices and teaching performance. Employing an explanatory mixed-method design, the study integrated qualitative interviews to explain specific trends identified in the quantitative phase. Data were collected from 15 certified English teachers enrolled in the 2021 PPG program at Tadulako University, selected through purposive sampling. The instruments used to collect data were questionnaires and semi-structured interviews. The data collected from this study were analyzed both quantitatively and qualitatively. The questionnaire data were processed and statistically analyzed, while the interview data were analyzed qualitatively. Based on the data analysis, the participating teachers perceived themselves as having pedagogical, personal, social, and professional competencies and had implemented them in the teaching and learning process. Furthermore, in terms of teacher performance – including lesson planning, teaching implementation, learning evaluation, and task discipline – the teachers could be considered competent.
Co-Authors A.Y, Andi Anshar. Agussatriana Aisah Apridayani Amalia, Rezki Aminah Aminah Aminah Aminah Aminah Suriaman 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 Ayu, Hijrinia Kusumaning Budi Budi Budi Budi Chairiyah, Wiwik Darmawan Darmawan Darmawan Darmawan Day, Jein Silsilia Desrin Lebagi Dewi Satria Ahmar Dewi, Anjar Kusuma 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 Muhammad Ismail Muhtadi, Nafsah N. Novia, N. Nadrun Nadrun 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