Cahyani, Aliya Noor
Fakultas Fisioterapi, Universitas Esa Unggul Jalan Arjuna Utara No.9, Tol Tomang, Kebon Jeruk, Jakarta - 11510

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Improving Students’ Business Letter Writing through a Genre-Based Approach Zalukhu, Atalisi; Sihite, Jubil Ezer; Hasanah, Uswatun; Cahyani, Aliya Noor
J-LELC: Journal of Language Education, Linguistics, and Culture Vol. 5 No. 3 (2025): J-LELC: Journal of Language Education, Linguistics, and Culture
Publisher : UIR Press

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25299/j-lelc.2025.25103

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Writing business letters is an essential skill for students in English for Specific Purposes (ESP) contexts, as it prepares them to engage in professional communication effectively. However, many students encounter difficulties in producing business letters that are structurally accurate, contextually appropriate, and linguistically formal. This study aims to improve students’ business letter writing through the implementation of a Genre-Based Approach (GBA). The research employed a classroom action research design conducted in two cycles, involving third-semester students of the accounting department of Institut Bisnis dan Komputer Indonesia. Data were collected through pre-tests, post-tests, observations, and students’ written works, which were assessed using a rubric covering content, organization, language use, and format. The findings revealed that students showed significant improvement in their ability to construct business letters, particularly in terms of understanding the communicative purpose, using appropriate formal expressions, and applying correct letter structure. The results indicate that the stages of GBA building knowledge of the field, modeling, joint construction, and independent construction were effective because they explicitly introduced students to the social purposes and generic structure of business letters, enabling them to internalize both the functional and linguistic features of the genre. This explicit scaffolding not only facilitated students’ understanding of how language operates within professional contexts but also enhanced their confidence and autonomy in producing formal written communication. In conclusion, the Genre-Based Approach proves to be an effective and pedagogically grounded strategy for improving students’ business letter writing skills in ESP classrooms.
PELATIHAN KETERAMPILAN KOMUNIKASI BAHASA INGGRIS PARA GURU SMA NEGERI 1 NAMOHALU ESIWA BERBASIS KOMUNITAS Zalukhu, Atalisi; Cahyani, Aliya Noor; Zendrato, Feronika
Jurnal Pengabdian Multidisiplin Indonesia (JUPEMI) Vol. 3 No. 2 (2025): Ocktober
Publisher : Merwinspy Publisher

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.69820/jupemi.v3i2.431

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This community service program was implemented at SMA Negeri 1 Namohalu Esiwa to improve the English communication skills of high school teachers. Many teachers in the area face challenges in using English effectively during classroom interactions, which impacts the teaching process and student learning outcomes. To address this issue, a community-based training program was designed and implemented, consisting of workshops, peer-teaching sessions, role-playing activities, and microteaching practices. The training emphasized practical communication strategies that teachers could immediately apply in their classrooms. Evaluation was conducted through pre- and post-test assessments, reflective reflections, and feedback questionnaires. The results showed a significant increase in teachers' confidence and ability to use English communicatively in teaching contexts. This program demonstrates that community-based training can serve as an effective model for continuing professional development, particularly for teachers in rural areas.
MULTIMODAL READING TEXTS AND EFL UNDERGRADUATES’ ACADEMIC WRITING DEVELOPMENT: A QUALITATIVE CASE STUDY IN INDONESIA Zalukhu, Atalisi; Rahmawati, Fitria; Arianti, Yuanita; Cahyani, Aliya Noor
Jurnal Suluh Pendidikan Vol 14 No 1 (2026): Maret in Progress
Publisher : Fakultas Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan, Universitas HKBP Nommensen

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36655/jsp.v14i1.2411

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The integration of reading and writing has long been recognized as a crucial component in second language learning. However, most previous studies have focused primarily on linear academic texts, with limited attention to the role of multimodal reading materials in supporting students’ academic writing development. This study investigates how multimodal reading texts influence the academic writing development of English as a Foreign Language (EFL) students. Using a qualitative case study design, the study involved approximately 20–25 undergraduate students enrolled in an Academic Writing course in an English Language Education program. Data were collected through classroom observations, analysis of students’ writing samples, and semi-structured interviews. The data were analyzed using thematic analysis and qualitative discourse analysis to examine patterns in students’ perceptions and developments in their written texts. The findings reveal that exposure to multimodal texts such as infographics, visual essays, and digitally enriched articles enhances students’ ability to generate ideas, organize arguments, expand lexical choices, and engage critically in academic writing. Students also demonstrate an improved capacity to synthesize information from multiple modes into coherent written arguments. These results suggest that integrating multimodal reading materials into writing instruction can effectively support academic writing development in EFL contexts. However, the findings are limited to a single instructional setting and a relatively small participant group; therefore, caution should be exercised in generalizing the results. Nevertheless, the study provides transferable pedagogical insights for integrating multimodal reading and writing practices in higher education EFL classrooms.
ENHANCING STUDENTS’ WRITING SKILLS THROUGH MOBILE-ASSISTED LANGUAGE LEARNING: THE USE OF CAKAP AND BUSUU APPLICATIONS Zalukhu, Atalisi; Rahmawati, Fitria; Cahyani, Aliya Noor; Sorohiti, Maryam
JETAL: Journal of English Teaching & Applied Linguistic Vol 7 No 2 (2026): April In Progress
Publisher : English Education Department at FKIP Nommensen University

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36655/jetal.v7i2.2426

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This study investigated the effectiveness of Mobile-Assisted Language Learning (MALL) in enhancing students’ writing skills through the use of the CAKAP and Busuu applications. The objectives of the study were to examine the effect of the CAKAP application on students’ writing skills, to determine the effect of the Busuu application on students’ writing skills, and to identify which application provides a more significant improvement in students’ writing performance. The study employed a quantitative research design using a quasi-experimental method involving three classes: Experimental Class I (CAKAP), Experimental Class II (Busuu), and a control class receiving conventional instruction. Pre-tests and post-tests were administered to measure students’ writing ability before and after the treatment. The data were collected through writing tests and analyzed using a t-test. The findings revealed that students’ writing ability before the treatment was relatively low in both experimental groups. After the implementation of the applications, students in both experimental classes showed significant improvement in their writing performance. The t-test results indicated that the t-value for the CAKAP group (11.611) was higher than the t-table value (1.68657) at the significance level of 0.05 with a degree of freedom of 35. Similarly, the Busuu group showed a t-value of 11.501, which was also higher than the t-table value. These results indicate that both applications significantly improved students’ writing skills. However, the CAKAP application demonstrated a slightly higher effect compared to the Busuu application. Therefore, the alternative hypothesis was accepted, and the null hypothesis was rejected. The study suggests that mobile-assisted language learning applications such as CAKAP and Busuu can serve as effective tools for improving students’ writing skills in English language learning contexts.