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Challenges in Grammar Learning Among EFL Students: A Case Study of an Indonesian University Mustakim Mustakim; Nur Musfirah Jaya; Umiyati Jabri
Seltics Journal: Scope of English Language Teaching Literature and Linguistics Vol. 8 No. 1 (2025): Seltics Journal: Scope of English Language Teaching, Literature and Linguistics
Publisher : Program Studi Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris FKIP Universitas Muslim Maros

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46918/seltics.v8i1.2598

This study investigates the grammar learning difficulties faced by first-semester English Education students at Muhammadiyah University of Enrekang. A qualitative research approach was employed, involving semi-structured interviews and document analysis of 14 students' academic records. The data were analyzed using thematic analysis, focusing on identifying recurring patterns in the students' experiences and challenges. The findings reveal three main categories of difficulties: cognitive challenges, instructional shortcomings, and environmental constraints. Cognitive challenges include struggles with understanding fundamental grammar concepts, such as tenses and subject-verb agreement, compounded by difficulties in retaining rules and applying them in practical contexts. Instructional shortcomings emphasize monotonous teaching methods, lack of contextualized practice, and insufficient feedback, which hinder students' progress. Environmental constraints, including limited exposure to English and inadequate social support, exacerbate these challenges. The study highlights the importance of adopting interactive, student-centered teaching methods and integrating grammar instruction into broader language skills. Practical recommendations include the use of innovative strategies such as project-based learning, grammar-focused digital tools, and the creation of English-speaking environments. These findings provide valuable insights for educators and policymakers to enhance the effectiveness of grammar instruction in EFL contexts and improve student outcomes.

Indonesian–English Translation Errors among EFL Students: Semantic, Syntactic, and Pragmatic Challenges Ismail Ismail; Hasan Hasan; Mustakim Mustakim
Majesty Journal Vol. 5 No. 1 (2023): Majesty: English Education
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Enrekang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v5i1.176

Translation competence is an essential component of English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learning because it requires students to transfer meaning accurately from the source language into the target language while maintaining grammatical, semantic, and pragmatic appropriateness. This study aims to investigate the types and frequency of translation errors made by EFL students in Indonesian–English and English–Indonesian sentence translation. The study employed a descriptive analytical design involving 23 fifth-semester students of the English Education Study Program at Universitas Muhammadiyah Enrekang. Data were collected through translation tasks consisting of Indonesian and English sentences and short texts. The students’ translation products were analyzed using an error classification framework covering pragmatic errors, syntactic errors, semantic errors, and miscellaneous errors in the form of omissions. The findings revealed 2700 translation errors. Semantic errors were the most dominant category, with 1174 errors or 43.48%, mainly involving inappropriate word choice, prepositions, articles, and misspellings. Syntactic errors ranked second, with 812 errors or 30.07%, especially in the use of tenses, singular and plural forms, modifiers, pronouns, and sentence elements. Pragmatic errors accounted for 445 errors or 16.48%, including excessive literal translation, ambiguity, insufficient accuracy, and misinterpretation of terms. Omission errors appeared 269 times or 9.96%. These findings indicate that students’ translation difficulties are primarily related to lexical-semantic accuracy, grammatical control, contextual interpretation, and incomplete transfer of meaning. The study suggests that translation instruction should integrate contrastive grammar practice, contextual vocabulary development, pragmatic awareness, guided translation exercises, and systematic feedback to improve students’ translation competence.

Multicultural Education in Inter-language English Textbooks for Senior High School Students in Maroangin Mustakim Mustakim; Nurisan Lateh
Majesty Journal Vol. 2 No. 1 (2020): Majesty: Language Education
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Enrekang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v2i1.195

This study aims: (1) to describe and explain the multicultural education content in Interlanguage English textbooks of senior high school level, and (2) to describe and explain the quality of the multicultural education content in Interlanguage English textbooks of senior high school level. The form of this research was descriptive qualitative. The data sources in this study were Interlanguage English textbooks of senior high school in Maroangin and informants, namely the authors of the books analyzed. Data collection techniques using content analysis techniques, questionnaires, and in-depth interviews. Test the validity of the data with the theory and source triangulation techniques, while data analysis used interactive analysis techniques. Based on the results of the study it can be concluded that: (1) the contents of multicultural education in the analyzed Interlanguage English textbooks do not fully contain the dimensions of multicultural education. This was evident from the five dimensions that should have existed only three dimensions were raised, namely the dimensions of material integration, the dimension of reducing prejudice, as well as the dimensions of strengthening school culture and social structure. Whereas the other two dimensions, namely the dimension of knowledge construction and the dimension of adjustment of learning methods were not found in the textbook; (2) the quality of multicultural education content in the lessons is still very inadequate. This is because not all multicultural dimensions are integrated in the textbook.

International Community Service Program Model for Teacher Prospective Students at Universitas Muhammadiyah Enrekang Mustakim Mustakim; Sukree Doloh; Yunus Busa
Majesty Journal Vol. 2 No. 1 (2020): Majesty: Language Education
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Enrekang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v2i1.197

The research aimed to describe the implementation of the International Community Service Program which has been done at STKIP Muhammadiyah Enrekang. Specifically the research seeked to uncover: (1) The implementation of International Community Service Program which has been carried out so far; (2) The effectiveness of implementation International Community Service Program was seen from the responses of the stake holders and participants; and, (3) International Community Service Program model formulation for prospective teachers in STKIP Muhammadiyah Enrekang. For achieving these objectives, exploratory studies were carried out with an approach descriptive qualitative. The research involved STKIP Muhammadiyah Enrekang where stakeholders were the main respondents. Information in the field was explored using interview, analysis techniques documents, and questionnaire distribution. After the data was collected and processed. The research concludes as follows: (1) International Community Service Program is a program which important, therefore; even really needs to be done; and (2) International Community Service Program for prospective teachers in STKIP Muhammadiyah Enrekang based on the needs analysis in the field has unique characteristics of aspects: (a) duration of implementation: (b) destination country; (c) the amount of the fee needed; (d) the frequency of monitoring needed; (e) participants who involved; (f) parties involved, (f) activity management team, and (g) material required activities. Research recommends things following: (1) analyzing field requirements before the International Community Service Program implemented, (2) doing careful preparation, (c) doing reflection at each stage of implementation.

Overcoming the Shock of Foreign Cultures through Cross-Cultural Understanding Mustakim Mustakim; Umiyati Jabri
Majesty Journal Vol. 2 No. 2 (2020): Majesty: Language Education
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Enrekang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v2i2.203

This paper seeks to slightly explore the issue of cross-cultural understanding that might be beneficial for lecturers of the Muhammadiyah University of Enrekang who have won further study scholarships abroad as well as lecturers who are planning to continue their studies abroad. Understanding different cultures are extremely fundamental as a result of the absence of information culture assumes a job in the utilization of improper correspondence language. Elements of contrasts in an individual's way of life can likewise make individuals look prejudiced toward individuals with various societies. As a lecturer who will be assigned to study abroad, it is very important to "interpret" the behavior, attitudes, and communication styles of people from various cultures. Sometimes hinder a person to be able to complete studies abroad is not because of limited intelligence but because of limited ability to understand and accept the new culture contained in the destination country to learn. We hope that this paper can provide a little inspiration for prospective scholarship recipients of foreign scholarships to prepare themselves as well as possible including non-academic factors.

Integrating Google Classroom in Teaching: Changing the Learning Culture in Higher Education during a Pandemic Ismail Ismail; Mustakim Mustakim; Ita Sarmita Samad
Majesty Journal Vol. 3 No. 1 (2021): Majesty: Language Education
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Enrekang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v3i1.211

Technology integration is a benefit for students to learn differently to achieve goals and create the most important part of student life today. Google Classroom is a trend of blended learning in higher education that changes the strategy of delivering learning and teaching. The aim of this exploratory study is to investigate whether or not this application can be covered to develop or support learning in a Bachelor level of English Language Education program to facilitate student achievement. The test design was used to analyze student performance and the survey of perceptions of the use of Google Classroom was evaluated statistically using a questionnaire. The results revealed that students who participated in answering questions at the pretest found that there was no significant difference between the control group (45%) and also the experimental group (45.45%). In the posttest results, the two groups obtained an increase within the value of the final examination, however the contribution of 5th-semester students with the utilization of Google Classroom specifically benefited those with higher grades (81.82%) compared to third-semester students (70%). Moreover, the results of the student perceptions survey during this study indicate the use of Google Classroom is observed positively as a technology which will modernize dynamic learning and engagement, stimulate critical thinking and their participation if used suitably for learning functions.

ArguMap-AI: An Intelligent Claim–Evidence Mapping System for EFL Academic Writing Mustakim Mustakim; Ismail Ismail; Sri Rosmiana; Ita Sarmita Samad
Majesty Journal Vol. 8 No. 2 (2026): Technology Mediated Langauge Learning, Teaching and Assessment
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Enrekang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v8i2.490

Background. Artificial intelligence is increasingly used to support EFL academic writing; however, most existing tools emphasize language correction, text generation, or general feedback rather than helping students examine the underlying structure of argumentative reasoning. In particular, EFL learners often experience difficulty connecting claims with relevant and sufficient evidence. Purpose. This study aimed to develop and evaluate ArguMap-AI, an intelligent claim–evidence mapping system designed to support argumentative writing by identifying argumentative components, visualizing claim–evidence relationships, and providing diagnostic feedback for revision. Methods. The study employed a design and development research approach supported by mixed-method evaluation. Participants were 21 fifth-semester students enrolled in the Writing Project course in the English Education Study Program at Universitas Muhammadiyah Enrekang during the 2025–2026 academic year. Data were collected through initial and revised argumentative drafts, an analytic writing rubric, ArguMap-AI-generated maps and feedback records, student perception questionnaires, and semi-structured interviews. Quantitative data were analyzed descriptively, while qualitative data were examined thematically. Results. The findings showed improvement across all assessed dimensions of argumentative writing, with the largest gains occurring in claim–evidence alignment, reasoning and explanation, and evidence relevance and sufficiency. The mean total writing score increased from 18.19 to 26.33. Students generally perceived the visual mapping and diagnostic feedback as useful for identifying unsupported claims and improving revision decisions. Challenges included occasional component misclassification, complex visual maps in longer texts, and the continuing need for lecturer guidance. Conclusion. ArguMap-AI shows potential as an intelligent reasoning scaffold for EFL academic writing by helping students visualize, evaluate, and revise argumentative relationships while preserving learner decision-making.

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