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Exploring The Teacher’s Roles and Practice in Promoting Students’ Engagement: A Focus on Non-English Major Students Pertiwi, Ratih; Rahim, Titin Rahmiatin; Muflihun, Muflihun
Tamaddun Life Vol 23 No 2 (2024): December
Publisher : Fakultas Sastra - Universitas Muslim Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33096/tamaddun.v23i2.768

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This study explores the roles and practices of an English for Specific Purposes (ESP) teacher in fostering student engagement among non-English major students in higher education. Employing a qualitative descriptive approach, data were collected through questionnaires and semi-structured interviews with a teacher at Muhammadiyah University of Kendari. The findings reveal that the teacher’s effectiveness stems from a combination of pedagogical, social, and professional competencies. Strategies employed to enhance engagement include creating a warm and inclusive classroom environment, tailoring teaching methods to accommodate diverse student proficiency levels, and implementing effective time management practices. These approaches significantly improved students’ confidence, participation, and language acquisition outcomes. The study also identified challenges such as limited course duration, which restricts long-term assessment, and occasional student reluctance in group activities. To address these challenges, the teacher relied on adaptive strategies and emphasized the importance of professional development programs, such as the Inter-disciplinary Teacher Collaboration (ITC) program, which provided new insights into effective ESP instruction. The study sheds light on the importance of collaborative learning, scaffolding techniques, and tailored instruction in meeting the specific linguistic and professional needs of ESP students. This research contributes to the understanding of ESP pedagogy by offering practical and theoretical insights into effective teaching practices. It highlights the critical role of teacher agency in shaping engagement and learning outcomes. The findings provide a foundation for improving ESP instruction and call for future research to explore longitudinal impacts, comparative studies, and the integration of technology in ESP classrooms.
ESP Teachers’ Beliefs and Practices in Fostering Autonomous Learning: A Study on Motivation among Non-English Major Students Hadriani, Hadriani; Rahim, Titin Rahmiatin; Syarif, Andi Rachmawati
Tamaddun Life Vol 23 No 2 (2024): December
Publisher : Fakultas Sastra - Universitas Muslim Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33096/tamaddun.v23i2.801

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This study aims to explore ESP teachers' beliefs and practices in fostering autonomous learning through assessing students' motivation in non-English majors. The sampling method used convenience sampling. One lecturer at Universitas Muhammadiyah Kendari who teaches at the Faculty of Agriculture was recruited as a participant. Data were collected using questionnaires and interviews, which were adapted from Yang and Wyatt (2021) and focused on understanding student motivation as well as the practices implemented. Data analysis was conducted using qualitative and evaluative approaches. The results showed that the implementation of project-based learning (PBL) was very effective in motivating students to learn Autonomously. Although initially students had limitations in English speaking ability, structured support and practical activities helped them feel more confident. Future research is recommended to explore other learning methods that can increase students' motivation and engagement, such as collaboration-based learning and the use of digital technology.