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INVESTIGATING PRIMARY SCHOOL STUDENTS’ GRAMMATICAL ERRORS IN WRITING: DULAY’S SURFACE STRATEGY TAXONOMY Wensi Alka; Dzulfikri Dzulfikri; Khaula Amelia Khusna
Journal of English Educational Study (JEES) Vol 6, No 1 (2023): May Edition
Publisher : STKIP Persada Khatulistiwa Sintang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31932/jees.v6i1.2248

This study was carried out to identify different types of grammatical errors made by primary school students since some previous studies only conducted the same research with high school students as the participants. This study used a descriptive qualitative research design. The participants were 40 fourth-grade students from SD Muslim Cendekia Batu. Students' writing products were used as the instrument. The data were analyzed, identified and classified based on Dulay's (1982) surface strategy taxonomy. The data show that the students made 79 grammatical errors, with errors of omission accounting for 25 items (31.6%), 21 (26.5%) errors in addition, 26 errors (32.7%) in misformation, and 7 (9.2%) errors in misordering. The findings reveal that students lack grammar mastery; therefore, they frequently create their own rules in writing a text. To summarize, the student's understanding of the use of English structure remained low. The researcher's recommendations for future researchers are to focus more on the sources of the students' errors and to identify and determine the appropriate strategies to overcome students’ grammatical errors.

Analyzing higher order thinking skills (HOTS) questions of reading essay tasks in senior high school English textbook Maziyyatus Shalihah; Dzulfikri Dzulfikri; Mutmainnah Mustofa
English Education Journal Vol 13, No 1 (2022)
Publisher : Universitas Syiah Kuala

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24815/eej.v13i1.23956

English textbooks, particularly for senior high school students, should provide competent English reading activities to help students improve their English skills by simultaneously training them in reading and vocabulary knowledge. The researcher aims to investigate the Higher Order Thinking Skills (HOTS) in essay reading exercises distributed in the English SMK/MAK textbook for grades X, XI, and XII. The researcher selected the English textbook published by Bumi Aksara. This study was carried out using the qualitative method.. The data analysis method was sequentially started from textbook observation, question selection, data reduction, and finally the HOTS data analysis. According to the results, there are 6 HOTS reading essay questions (C4: 2, C5: 4) in the English textbook for X grade, 7 HOTS reading essay questions (C4: 5, C5: 2) in the English textbook for XI grade, and 12 HOTS reading essay questions (C5: 12) in the English textbook for XII grade. It can be concluded from the findings that HOTS reading essay questions are distributed less than LOTS. These results may suggest to English teachers to be selective in utilizing English textbooks to improve student's critical thinking and for the further researcher to investigate HOTS effects on students’ achievement.

Application-Based Crossword Puzzles: Players’ Perception and Vocabulary Retention Dzulfikri Dzulfikri
Studies in English Language and Education Vol 3, No 2 (2016)
Publisher : Universitas Syiah Kuala

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24815/siele.v3i2.4960

This study investigates the perceptions of students towards Application-Based Crossword Puzzles and how playing this game can affect the development of vocabulary amongst students. Drawing on Vygostky’s Socio-Cultural Theory which states that the human mind is mediated by cultural artifacts, the nature of this game poses challenges and builds curiosity, allowing players to pay more attention to the words to fill in the boxes which subsequently enhances their retention of vocabulary. This game has very good potential to build positive perceptions and to develop cognition in the linguistic domain of players, i.e. the amount of their vocabulary. In this study, the researcher conducted interviews with eligible or selected student players to find out their perceptions toward this game and administered a vocabulary test to find out how this game had added to the retention in memory of new words acquired by the players from the game. The study findings showed that the participants perceive this game positively and it affects the players’ vocabulary retention positively as indicated by their test results. It is recommended that English teachers consider using Application-Based Crossword Puzzles to help students build their vocabularies especially as part of extracurricular activities.

The Effect of Crossword Puzzles on Learners' Vocabulary Development in EFL Context Ahmad Wefi; Dzulfikri Dzulfikri; Sonny Elfiyanto
EDUTEC : Journal of Education And Technology Vol 7 No 1 (2023): September 2023
Publisher : STAI Miftahul Ula Nganjuk

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29062/edu.v7i1.715

Vocabulary mastery plays an important role in learning English. The teacher's role is very important in helping students achieve their goals because acquiring a sufficient number of words is a fundamental requirement for English proficiency. This drives this study to investigate the effectiveness of the usage of crossword puzzles to enhance vocabulary mastery. This study was conducted at SMP Annur Assalafy Pasuruan. This study was conducted in a design of experiments, a semi-empirical study using quantitative techniques. The sample used in this study included students from class 7 of SMP Annur Assalafy Pasuruan, with a total of 36 students in the two classes. Class 7A is the control class and Class 7B is the experimental class. The instrument used in this survey is a multiple-choice question with up to 20 test items. The records series strategies used in this study have been pre-test, treatment, and post-test. The results of this study show that the use of crossword puzzles effectively improves students' vocabulary. According to the SPSS calculation results, the scores obtained in the experimental classes after treatment are higher than those obtained before treatment. Therefore, from the hypothesis test, the value of Sig is 0.00, which is <0.00. 0.05, so H0 is not accepted and Ha is accepted. This means that media crosswords puzzle influence English vocabulary (Y). As a result, crossword puzzle affect the increase in English vocabulary proficiency among 7th-grade students of SMP Annur Assalafy Pasuruan.

MEMBENTUK SANTRI YANG PERCAYA DIRI: PENINGKATAN KEMAHIRAN BAHASA INGGRIS MELALUI INTENSIVE PUBLIC SPEAKING COURSE DI PONDOK PESANTREN AN-NAHDLOH MALAYSIA Mahabbatul Afiqoh; Yuyun Yuyun; Mohammad Aryun Jauhari; Zalfa Amirah Khusniyah; Kurniasih Kurniasih; Imam Wahyudi Karimullah; Dzulfikri Dzulfikri; M. Faruq Ubaidillah; Mohammad Khoirul Umam
Konferensi Nasional Pengabdian Masyarakat (KOPEMAS) #5 2024 Konferensi Nasional Pengabdian Masyarakat (KOPEMAS) #5
Publisher : Konferensi Nasional Pengabdian Masyarakat (KOPEMAS) #5 2024

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Artikel ini membahas dampak dari intensive public speaking course di pondok pesantren An-Nahdloh Malaysia dalam meningkatkan kemahiran bahasa Inggris dan kepercayaan diri santri. Dengan latar belakang era globalisasi yang membutuhkan kemahiran bahasa Inggris, penelitian ini menyoroti peran public speaking dalam membentuk pribadi yang percaya diri. Artikel ini mencermati penelitian terdahulu yang menunjukkan peningkatan kemampuan berbahasa Inggris melalui public speaking. Pondok pesantren An-Nahdloh, sebagai mitra dalam penelitian, memiliki komitmen pada pengembangan holistik santri dengan fokus pada kemampuan berbicara di depan umum. Pengabdian ini bertujuan untuk mengeksplorasi dampak intensive public speaking course terhadap keterampilan komunikasi berbahasa Inggris dan kepercayaan diri santri. Rangkaian kegiatan mencakup pre-test, persiapan, pelaksanaan program, analisis hasil, dan penilaian performa. Temuan dari artikel ini menunjukkan bahwa setelah mengikuti intensive public speaking course, para santri menunjukkan peningkatan dalam kepercayaan diri dibuktikan dengan kemampuan mereka dalam menampilkan master of ceremony, speech, story telling, dan choral speaking di depan umum. Artikel ini berharap memberikan wawasan tentang efektivitas intensive public speaking course dalam konteks pesantren.

EXPLORING UNIVERSITY STUDENTS’ PERCEPTION AND PREFERENCE IN READING DIGITAL AND PRINTED TEXTS Tracy, Nafissa; Kadarizman, A. Effendi; Dzulfikri, Dzulfikri; Giffari, Wildana M.
Research and Development Journal of Education Vol 11, No 2 (2025)
Publisher : Universitas Indraprasta PGRI

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30998/rdje.v11i2.17152

The rapid shift to digital learning media has sparked debate over which medium students prefer and understand better for reading. Digital texts provide easier access and convenience; however, studies increasingly indicate cognitive costs associated with such Reading for deeper processing. This study explores university students’ attitudes and preferences toward digital versus print Reading, with a particular focus on the attitudes and life experiences associated with each format. Using a mixed-methods design, questionnaire data were gathered from 62 ELLs and supported by semi-structured interviews with several participants. The results support a clear preference for printed text, especially when reading for prolonged periods and annotating. Surveyed students are not alone in reporting that concentration, comprehension, and memory retention all improve when reading from printed rather than digital materials because of extraneous cognitive load; dual-processing theories suggest that more extraneous mental effort may be required in a written rather than a digital environment. However, the research suggests that students find digital texts convenient for Reading preparation and for flexible contributions to seminar discussion. Differences among these perceptions highlight the interaction among cognitive, affective, and situational factors that influence Reading preferences. The research concludes that the two formats have complementary roles; however, hard copy remains preferred for extended academic Reading. Pedagogical implications: Students can benefit from format-specific Reading approaches in order to maximize their gains.

The Effect of Crossword Puzzles on Learners' Vocabulary Development in EFL Context Ahmad Wefi; Dzulfikri Dzulfikri; Sonny Elfiyanto
EDUTEC : Journal of Education And Technology Vol. 7 No. 1 (2023): September 2023
Publisher : STAI Miftahul Ula Nganjuk

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29062/edu.v7i1.715

Vocabulary mastery plays an important role in learning English. The teacher's role is very important in helping students achieve their goals because acquiring a sufficient number of words is a fundamental requirement for English proficiency. This drives this study to investigate the effectiveness of the usage of crossword puzzles to enhance vocabulary mastery. This study was conducted at SMP Annur Assalafy Pasuruan. This study was conducted in a design of experiments, a semi-empirical study using quantitative techniques. The sample used in this study included students from class 7 of SMP Annur Assalafy Pasuruan, with a total of 36 students in the two classes. Class 7A is the control class and Class 7B is the experimental class. The instrument used in this survey is a multiple-choice question with up to 20 test items. The records series strategies used in this study have been pre-test, treatment, and post-test. The results of this study show that the use of crossword puzzles effectively improves students' vocabulary. According to the SPSS calculation results, the scores obtained in the experimental classes after treatment are higher than those obtained before treatment. Therefore, from the hypothesis test, the value of Sig is 0.00, which is <0.00. 0.05, so H0 is not accepted and Ha is accepted. This means that media crosswords puzzle influence English vocabulary (Y). As a result, crossword puzzle affect the increase in English vocabulary proficiency among 7th-grade students of SMP Annur Assalafy Pasuruan.

Interpersonal Skills in English Speaking Classrooms: A Sociopragmatic Study in an Indonesian Pesantren Moh Kholid; Indi Azimah; Salsabila Umi Nur Fajria; Khoirotun Nissak; Dzulfikri Dzulfikri
Abjadia : International Journal of Education Vol 11, No 2 (2026): Abjadia
Publisher : Universitas Islam Negeri Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.18860/abj.v11i2.40699

This qualitative study explores how interpersonal communication strategies, framed within the concept of “loving pedagogy,” shape the relational dynamics of English-speaking classrooms in an Indonesian Islamic boarding school (pesantren). Conducted at Pesantren Luhur Baitul Hikmah in Kepanjen, Malang, the research involved two English teachers and three students (santri). Data were collected through semi-structured interviews and analyzed thematically. Findings reveal that teachers employ culturally situated strategies- such as non-threatening error correction inclusive language, and the framing of English as a tool for collective religious and intellectual purposes- to build psychologically safe learning environments. For instance, teachers consistently used praise –first recasts (e.g., “Good attempt, let’s just adjust the verb form together”) and positioned speaking practice as ibadah dakwah, which visibly lowered students’ affective filters. These practices reduce students' speaking anxiety and enhance their willingness to communicate. The study demonstrates that effective interpersonal pedagogy in this context is deeply interwoven with local ethical and mentorship traditions (Suhbah). The results offer a model for culturally responsive language teaching that integrates relational care with pedagogical intentionality, providing practical insights for teacher development in Islamic educational settings.

From Echo to Expression: Learner Experiences with Shadowing Technique for English Speaking Development in an Indonesian EFL Context Khoirotun Nissak; Dzulfikri Dzulfikri
Abjadia : International Journal of Education Vol 11, No 2 (2026): Abjadia
Publisher : Universitas Islam Negeri Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.18860/abj.v11i2.37027

The shadowing technique is becoming increasingly popular as a way to develop speaking abilities in EFL (English as a Foreign Language) contexts. However, a few studies have looked into participants' perspectives on how they feel and react to the technique during the learning process. This study seeks to evaluate a learner's experience using the shadowing technique to improve speaking fluency, as well as any challenges encountered during implementation. Using a qualitative case study methodology, data were gathered through a semi-structured interview with a single participant with C1 English competency and prior shadowing experience. Thematic analysis was used to examine the data. The research identified three major elements about the learner's experience: (1) Shadowing as a natural and enjoyable practice, (2) perceived increase in speaking intonation and fluency, and (3) independence and assimilation of learning practices. In terms of challenges, three themes emerged: (1) assisting in matching the pace and intonation of native speakers, (2) lack of confidence and anxiety in speaking, and (3) limited access to learning resources and feedback. These findings indicate that, while shadowing is a promising strategy for developing speaking abilities, its usefulness is dependent on participants' emotional readiness, the availability of feedback, and the adaptation of materials.

Improving Students’ Speaking Performance through the KISS Method in EFL Classrooms Agung Purnama; Dzulfikri Dzulfikri
Journal of General Education and Humanities Vol. 5 No. 3 (2026): June
Publisher : MASI Mandiri Edukasi

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58421/gehu.v5i3.1579

This study employs Classroom Action Research (CAR) to investigate the effectiveness of the KISS (Keep It Short and Simple) method in enhancing students’ speaking performance in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) classrooms. The research was conducted at MA Al-Azhar Grobogan, involving a class of Grade XI students in a formal EFL setting. The participants consisted of approximately 25 students. The study was carried out through two intervention cycles, each consisting of planning, action, observation, and reflection stages. Data were collected through speaking tests, classroom observations, interviews, and questionnaires. The findings indicate a significant improvement in students’ speaking performance across the cycles, particularly in terms of fluency, clarity, and confidence. The implementation of the KISS method helped reduce students’ speaking anxiety, improve idea organization, and increase their motivation to participate actively in classroom activities. Furthermore, students demonstrated greater engagement and confidence in expressing their ideas throughout the learning process. In conclusion, the KISS method proves to be an effective instructional strategy for improving students’ speaking skills within this classroom context. However, the findings are limited to the specific participants and setting of this study. Therefore, further research is recommended to examine the applicability of the KISS method in broader educational contexts and with larger participant groups.

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