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Understanding Z Generation Students’ Perceptions: Unpacking The Factors Behind Aversion to Learn English Subarjo; Heriyawati, Dwi Fita; Karimullah, Imam Wahyudi
Ethical Lingua: Journal of Language Teaching and Literature Vol. 12 No. 2 (2025): Volume 12 No 2 October 2025
Publisher : Universitas Cokroaminoto Palopo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30605/25409190.848

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The research aims to identify both internal and external factors affecting students' motivation while proposing innovative solutions to enhance their engagement. The study employs a qualitative exploratory approach, utilizing semi-structured interviews and classroom observations to collect data from eleventh-grade students at an Islamic senior high school in Malang, Indonesia. Thematic analysis is used to examine patterns in students' responses, focusing on elements such as anxiety, teaching strategies, and environmental influences. Findings reveal that students’ reluctance stems from multiple factors, including fear of making mistakes, lack of material relevance, monotonous teaching approaches, and limited external support from peers and family. Additionally, technological integration and an engaging classroom atmosphere play a crucial role in shaping students’ motivation. To address these challenges, the study recommends incorporating interactive teaching methods, gamification, and contextual learning strategies. Strengthening teacher-student relationships and introducing ice-breaking activities at the beginning of lessons can help reduce anxiety and foster a more inclusive learning environment. The study concludes that enhancing students' motivation requires a holistic approach, combining pedagogical innovations, supportive learning environments, and family engagement. By implementing these strategies, educators can transform English learning into a more interactive and meaningful experience, ensuring students develop confidence and enthusiasm in mastering the language.
Wielding Gimkit as Formative Assessment Tool in EFL Classroom Rizal Wahid Permana Putra; Imam Wahyudi Karimullah; Mutmainnah Mustofa
Ethical Lingua: Journal of Language Teaching and Literature Vol. 12 No. 2 (2025): Volume 12 No 2 October 2025
Publisher : Universitas Cokroaminoto Palopo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30605/25409190.868

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Gamification nowadays has increasingly become chart-topping in education. In addition, game-like learning media can possibly be a precise option to use as a formative assessment tool. This research aims at exploring how teacher utilises Gimkit as a formative assessment tool and how students’ perception on the use of Gimkit as a formative assessment tool in English teaching-learning. This research, further, employs a qualitative case approach. The research subject is the ninth grade involving 28 students. The researcher approaches a semi-structured interview to obtain students’ perception on the use of Gimkit as a formative assement in English teaching-learning. The findings reveal that three steps conducted by the teacher in utilising Gimkit; signing up, creating quizes, and implementing Gimkit as a formative assessment in English teaching-learning. Further, it shows that most students have positive perception on the utilisation of Gimkit as a formative assessment in English teaching-learning. These positive values are coded into; Gimkit is considered as an interesting testing tool, it promotes students’ learning motivation and improves students’ reading skill.
Speaking Skill Assessment Techniques in Learning English Language soleh, achmad fathorrosi; Karimullah, Imam Wahyudi; hastuti, nilna widia
Ethical Lingua: Journal of Language Teaching and Literature Vol. 12 No. 2 (2025): Volume 12 No 2 October 2025
Publisher : Universitas Cokroaminoto Palopo

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This study aims to describe (1) the forms of speaking skills assessment and (2) teachers' solutions in overcoming the obstacles of speaking skills assessment in English learning at LPBA Nurul Jadid. This research used a descriptive qualitative design. The subject of this research is English. This research's objective is to assess speaking skills in Indonesian language learning. The data collection methods used were observation, interview, and documentation. The results of this study show that the technique of assessing speaking skills in English learning uses the form of tests and non-tests, discussion tests in debate learning, and retelling tests in short story learning. Non-test uses observation and portfolio. The aspects assessed are linguistic and non-language aspects. Linguistic aspects include memorization, intonation, structure, and vocals. Non-language aspects are attitude, fluency, expression, and topic mastery. There are three obstacles experienced by teachers in the assessment of speaking skills, namely (1) difficulty in preparing students to face speaking skills learning and (2) difficulty in managing time. There are three solutions offered by teachers in overcoming the obstacles of speaking skill assessment, namely (1) repeating the material, (2) making systematic assessment planning, and (3) conveying the speaking test system or procedure.
English Teacher Insights on Strategies to Reduce Boredom in Online Grammar Class Arifin, Syamsul; Imam Wahyudi Karimullah; Elchin Gashimov
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.v13i1.6699

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This study investigates empirical investigations regarding teacher insights in reduce boredom an online grammar class. This research is still resolved in most of online setting. Boredom is one of the most challenges in online course faced by English teachers even the students. As learning environments become more digital, it's becoming increasingly difficult to keep students interested. Hence, the researcher finds a number of educational strategies which successfully raise students’ engagement and interest. This study explored qualitative procedures to properly comprehend teacher insights in reduce boredom in online grammar class. The participants for this research included three teachers in English course in Pare. Data collection methods included with semi-structured interview and even observation in online class. Data analysis was used to examine the interview and focus group data. The result shown that teachers believe incorporating these strategies are critical to enhancing learning outcomes in general as well as lowering boredom. There are two interactive teaching strategies on teacher insights an online grammar class are interactive discussion and interactive Quizizz tool. In consequence, incorporating those interactive strategies into online grammar class as affective approach dependent on the teachers' expertise. Providing insights for teachers looking to improve students’ engagement in online classrooms, this case advances the understanding of effective online teaching approaches.
AI-Supported English Language Learning: Indonesian Teacher Perspectives and Implementation Rohman, Kholilur; Subarjo, Subarjo; Elfiyanto, Sonny; Karimullah, Imam Wahyudi
Ethical Lingua: Journal of Language Teaching and Literature Vol. 13 No. 1 (2026): Volume 13 No 1 April 2026
Publisher : Universitas Cokroaminoto Palopo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30605/25409190.921

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This research explores English teachers’ perceptions and experiences in integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools into primary and secondary English language instruction. Using a qualitative narrative approach, data were collected through semi-structured interviews with six teachers across educational levels. The findings reveal that teachers generally perceive AI positively, recognizing its potential to enhance student engagement, provide personalized feedback, and support the development of vocabulary, grammar, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Tools such as Quizizz, Grammarly, ChatGPT, and Google Assistant were found to foster learner autonomy and confidence. However, challenges persist, including limited infrastructure, time constraints, and varying levels of digital literacy. Teachers also expressed concerns about overreliance on AI, reduced critical thinking, and diminished student originality. The research concludes that while AI offers valuable pedagogical support, its effective integration requires thoughtful planning, ethical awareness, and institutional backing.
Students' Voices on the Use of Canva-Based Interactive Animated Video for Descriptive Text Writing Skills Rahayu, Wa; Dzulfikri, Dzulfikri; Karimullah, Imam Wahyudi; Subarjo, Subarjo; Ramadani, Fitra
Ethical Lingua: Journal of Language Teaching and Literature Vol. 13 No. 1 (2026): Volume 13 No 1 April 2026
Publisher : Universitas Cokroaminoto Palopo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30605/25409190.960

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This study investigates students’ voices on the use of Canva-based interactive animated video in developing descriptive text writing skills. Conducted with seventh-grade students at SMPN 18 Malang, the research adopts a qualitative exploratory design using semi-structured interviews and classroom observations to capture learners’ perceptions and experiences. Findings are organized into three themes: students’ responses to the introduction of interactive animated video, the influence of Canva-based media on their engagement with descriptive writing, and insights into the broader role of digital media in shaping writing practices. Results reveal that interactive animated video provides clarity, motivation, and confidence, transforming writing from a rigid, rule-based activity into an engaging and creative process. Students reported that the integration of multimedia elements enhanced their focus, encouraged active participation, and fostered creativity and collaboration. The study concludes that Canva-based interactive animated video serves as an effective pedagogical tool for supporting descriptive writing instruction, while also highlighting the need for future research to explore diverse contexts, longitudinal impacts, and teachers’ perspectives on digital media integration.
Improving Students Speaking Ability with English Song agung purnama; Imam Wahyudi Karimullah
Journal of Social Research Vol. 3 No. 3 (2024): Journal of Social Research
Publisher : International Journal Labs

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55324/josr.v3i3.1959

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Language impacts the daily lives of members of any race, creed, and region of the world. Especially in Indonesia, beside Bahasa Indonesia, most the people using English as a part of their education. The use of songs can facilitate the students in more interesting learning activities because learners can get a different learning experience when it can be implemented by teachers effectively. The songs also can analyze the many issues in the lyrics, such as love, hatred, and revenge, and therefore practice speaking by expressing their thoughts and views on the songs' contents. The research carried out is descriptive qualitative, the data in the research collected was information about children's speaking abilities with English songs. Research data was collected from various sources including informants or sources, namely teachers and students. Based on the processed data that the author has described in the discussion; it can be concluded that using songs to improve English language skills is an effective way because songs are easy to find in students' lives. Apart from that, songs are also easy for students to understand and memorize. Using songs can help students develop their listening and pronunciation skills, which can also increase their vocabulary.
IMPLEMENTASI BAHASA INGGRIS PADA PEMBELAJARAN PENDIDIKAN AGAMA ISLAM SISWA SMAN 04 KOTA MALANG Fitroh Mushbihin Diwanto; Ika Nuriyanti; Imam Wahyudi Karimullah
Kariman: Jurnal Pendidikan Keislaman Vol. 10 No. 2 (2022): Pendidikan dan Keislaman
Publisher : Institut Kariman Wirayudha Sumenep

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | Full PDF (1226.606 KB) | DOI: 10.52185/kariman.v10i2.227

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English has an important role in various aspects. Including in the aspect of education, where the world of education today must keep up with the times that are full of challenges, one of which is PAI learning with the aim that students can understand religious education as a whole. Because some references currently use a lot of foreign languages, especially English. This study uses descriptive qualitative research methods, namely an activity to understand a phenomenon as an object of research by describing its natural context. The type of this research is field research (Field Research) in this study researchers directly observe events and are directly involved in the field, namely in the process of learning Islamic religious education using English at SMAN 4 Malang. The results of this study indicate that learning PAI using English at SMAN 4 Malang, is able to provide motivation for students to better apply the sacred values ​​of Islam in everyday life. while the implementation of PAI learning using English has succeeded in increasing the ability of students in PAI learning materials. This is evidenced by the critical response of students in linking their religious understanding with the realities of everyday life. In addition, students also show learning outcomes that continue to improve in each learning evaluation, both in daily evaluations or evaluations at the end of the semester  
PENINGKATAN KOMPETENSI PROFESIONAL GURU SMK DALAM PENGAJARAN BAHASA INGGRIS UNTUK KORESPONDENSI BISNIS DAN KOLABORASI GLOBAL Imam Wahyudi Karimullah; Mutmainnah Mustofa; Sonny Elfiyanto; M Galuh Elga Romadhon; Zalsa Febrina Syabilla
Journal of Community Empowerment Vol 4, No 3 (2025): Desember
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Mataram

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31764/jce.v4i3.36410

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ABSTRAK                                                                                     Kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini dilaksanakan untuk menjawab kebutuhan peningkatan kompetensi guru Bahasa Inggris di Sekolah Menengah Kejuruan (SMK) dalam mengajarkan materi korespondensi bisnis internasional dan komunikasi internasional untuk kemitraan global, mengingat masih dominannya pembelajaran keterampilan dasar yang belum terarah pada tuntutan dunia kerja internasional. Tujuan utama kegiatan ini adalah meningkatkan pemahaman dan keterampilan profesional guru dalam merencanakan serta mengimplementasikan pembelajaran berbasis korespondensi dan komunikasi bisnis lintas negara. Metode pelaksanaan mencakup asesmen awal melalui wawancara terbuka untuk mengidentifikasi permasalahan dan tingkat kemampuan guru, pelaksanaan workshop intensif yang berfokus pada penguatan materi dan praktik penyusunan korespondensi profesional, serta asesmen akhir melalui kuesioner terbuka untuk menilai peningkatan kompetensi setelah kegiatan Kegiatan ini melibatkan para guru Bahasa Inggris dari SMK di wilayah setempat dengan jumlah peserta sebanyak 10 peserta, di mana sekitar 80% di antaranya belum memahami secara memadai konsep dan praktik materi yang menjadi fokus pelatihan. Hasil kegiatan menunjukkan peningkatan signifikan dalam pengetahuan dan keterampilan peserta, meliputi pemahaman format, penggunaan bahasa profesional, serta urgensi pengembangan kompetensi komunikasi bisnis internasional bagi siswa SMK, sehingga kegiatan ini terbukti berperan penting dalam memperkuat kapasitas profesional guru dan direkomendasikan untuk dilakukan secara berkelanjutan guna menjaga relevansi pembelajaran dengan dinamika kebutuhan industri global.Kata kunci: Keterampilan Bahasa Inggris; Bisnis Korespondensi Internasional; Pengembangan Guru; SMK; EFL. ABSTRACTThis community service program was implemented to address the need for enhancing the competencies of English teachers at vocational high schools (SMK) in delivering instruction on international business correspondence and international communication for global partnerships, considering that current classroom practices remain largely focused on basic skills that are not yet aligned with the demands of the global workforce. The primary objective of this program is to improve teachers’ professional knowledge and skills in planning and implementing learning activities that integrate international business correspondence and cross-border communication. The implementation method involved an initial assessment through open-ended interviews to identify existing challenges and the teachers’ level of understanding, followed by an intensive workshop emphasizing content reinforcement and practical exercises in professional correspondence, and concluded with a final assessment using open-ended questionnaires to evaluate competency development after the program. This activity engaged 10 English teachers from local vocational high schools, of whom approximately 80% were found to have limited understanding of the concepts and practical applications of the targeted material. The results indicate a significant improvement in participants’ knowledge and skills, particularly in terms of understanding standard formats, using professional language, and recognizing the importance of developing international business communication competencies for SMK students. Therefore, this program has proven valuable in strengthening the professional capacity of English teachers and is recommended to be conducted continuously to ensure the relevance of English instruction in vocational schools with the evolving dynamics of global industry needs.Keywords: English Skill; International Business Correspondence; Teacher Development; SMK; EFL.
WHEN MACHINES SPEAK ENGLISH, DO WE STILL LISTEN? THE CHANGING DYNAMICS OF HUMAN AUDITORY ENGAGEMENT M Alamul Huda; Junaidi Mistar; Imam Wahyudi Karimullah; M Galuh Elga Romadhon
TELL - US JOURNAL Vol 11, No 3 (2025): September 2025
Publisher : Universitas PGRI Sumatera Barat

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22202/tus.2025.v11i3.10090

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This research analyzes changing patterns of human response to machine speech within the framework of education-enabled AI technologies. This phenomenon is framed within the Media Equation Theory, Cognitive Load Theory, and the Uncanny Valley Hypothesis to study the effects of prolonged exposure to synthetic voices on emotion and trust. With a phenomenological approach, the author interviewed and asked ten Indonesian university students to respond to reflective journals. Students reported that AI voices may facilitate task-focused listening (e.g., to provide the definitions or pronounce words) but do not engage emotionally. Their lack of response adaptability and dynamic responsiveness evoke passive participation, attention drifting, and trust erosion. Students reported feeling emotionally detached, discomfort with hyper-realistic voice mimicry, and cognitive strain attributable to monotonically robotic pacing and tones. Compliance deviated from the voice of authority phenomenon; stronger collective participants expressed a greater need for emotionally responsive signalling. AI tools, while functionally convenient, do not inspire trust as conversational agents. This highlights the need for redesigning listening engagement interfaces and educational AI that adapt not only to the content but also to the user’s emotional context. Research on cross-cultural preferences and the dependence of AI voices on listening and communication skills is necessary.