Kristof Martin Efori Telaumbanua
University of Nias

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An Analysis of Students' Reading Interest towards Short Stories of Nias at the Eighth Grade of SMP Negeri 4 Namohalu Esiwa Ester Zebua; Elwin Piarawan Zebua; Kristof Martin Efori Telaumbanua; Riswan Zega
Journey: Journal of English Language and Pedagogy Vol. 7 No. 3 (2024): Journey: Journal of English Language and Pedagogy
Publisher : UIBU

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33503/journey.v7i3.287

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This research aims to analyze students’ reading interest by using short stories of Nias and factors that influenced their reading interest at the Eighth Grade of SMP Negeri 4 Namohalu Esiwa. To conduct this research, the researcher used qualitative research with an ethnographic approach. The use of qualitative research with an ethnographic approach can be a valuable method for conducting this study. The researcher shared Nias short story book with the students’ and gave them time during the week to read, and data was collected through a questionnaire and an interview. The data was analyzed using the technique of the Miles and Huberman Theory Framework. Based on the questionnaire, the result showed that the average students’ reading interest in short stories of Nias got 76.5% in the high category. The result obtained from the sixth indicator of reading interest towards short stories of Nias (needs of reading, action to search for reading matter, reading amusement, interest in reading, desire to read, and follow-up). Based on the results of the interview, students’ reading interest towards short stories of Nias influenced by internal and external factors. An internal factor is motivation. External factors are book design and book content, environment, language, and the internet (network).
Analysis of Students' Perspectives of the Kurikulum Merdeka Implementation at SMP Swasta Kristen Tomosa 1 Ayu Kartika Zai; Kristof Martin Efori Telaumbanua; Yaredi Waruwu; Afore Tahir Harefa
Journal Of Language Education and Development (JLed) Vol. 8 No. 1 (2025): Vol 8 No 1(2025): Journal of Language Education and Development (JLed)
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Muara Bungo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52060/maad5w42

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This study aims to analyze the perspectives of students at SMP Swasta Kristen Tomosa 1 on the implementation of the Kurikulum Merdeka. This research focuses on how students view the curriculum in terms of understanding, learning experiences, emotional responses, and expectations. To comprehensively explore these perspectives, an appropriate research approach is needed. Therefore, a qualitative descriptive method was used using interviews as the main instrument and classroom observation as the second instrument. Data were analyzed using the Miles et al. (2014) model which includes data condensation, data display, and conclusion drawing. This study involved 25 seventh-grade students as respondents. The results showed that most students viewed Kurikulum Merdeka positively. They consider this curriculum to be more practical, fun, and interesting compared to the previous curriculum. Students expressed their appreciation for hands-on activities, project-based learning, and a more flexible learning process. This research also found that students expect more creative and interactive teaching methods to support their interests and learning styles. This research provides insights into how Kurikulum Merdeka is received by students and highlights their expectations for the learning environment. Keywords: students’ perspectives, kurikulum merdeka.