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Penerapan Model Pembelajaran Bahasa Inggris Kontekstual untuk Meningkatkan Penguasaan Kosakata Fungsional Siswa SMK Kelas X Yulita Halim
Jejak digital: Jurnal Ilmiah Multidisiplin Vol. 1 No. 6 (2025): NOVEMBER
Publisher : INDO PUBLISHING

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.63822/2barcq96

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This study aims to improve the functional English vocabulary mastery of tenth-grade vocational students through the implementation of contextual learning models. The research was motivated by students’ limited ability to understand and use vocabulary relevant to real workplace situations. The method used was Classroom Action Research (CAR), conducted in two cycles consisting of planning, action, observation, and reflection. The subjects were 30 tenth-grade students from various departments at SMK Negeri 1 Tapaktuan. Learning materials were designed based on cross-professional workplace communication contexts, such as greeting, instruction, report, and complaint. Evaluation was based on four vocabulary mastery indicators: form, meaning, pronunciation, and usage. The results showed a significant improvement in all indicators, with classical mastery increasing from 63.3% in cycle I to 86.7% in cycle II. These findings indicate that contextual English learning is effective in enhancing vocational students’ functional vocabulary and can serve as a relevant instructional strategy aligned with vocational education needs.
Assessing Writing Proficiency in Bilingual Vocational High School Students: A Case Study at SMKN 1 Tapak Tuan Grade X Yulita Halim
Educational Journal Vol. 1 No. 2 (2026): JANUARI
Publisher : Indo Publishing

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.63822/x0ge7233

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This study investigates the writing proficiency of bilingual students in Grade X at SMKN 1 Tapak Tuan, a vocational high school implementing a bilingual instructional model. The research aims to assess students’ overall writing performance and identify the most frequent linguistic issues that influence their proficiency. Using a mixed-method design, data were collected through a writing test, analytic scoring rubric, interviews, and classroom observations. The students’ written texts were evaluated across five components: content, organization, vocabulary, language use, and mechanics. In addition, linguistic errors were categorized using the Error Analysis framework consisting of omission, addition, misformation, and misordering. The findings indicate that most students are positioned at the fair proficiency level, with significant challenges in grammar accuracy, vocabulary range, and organization. Misformation and omission emerged as the most dominant error types, suggesting strong L1 interference and limited exposure to English writing conventions. Qualitative data reveal that students’ difficulties are influenced by low confidence, limited academic vocabulary, and inconsistent bilingual support. The study highlights the need for more explicit writing instruction, targeted feedback, and increased English input within vocational bilingual contexts. Implications for teaching practices and curriculum refinement are also discussed.