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The Effect of Learning Styles on Academic Achievement of EFL Students in Islamic Institution Palmatiwi, Dyah Hanum; Putri, Fara Suseno; Rianti, Nur Peniy; Khairunnisa, Rahmahdalena Putri; Rani, Rani; Rahmawati, Siti; Syahid, Abdul
Journal of English Language and Education Vol 11, No 1 (2026)
Publisher : Universitas Pahlawan Tuanku Tambusai

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/jele.v11i1.1805

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A substantial body of research suggests that learning styles contribute to learners’ academic performance; however, evidence regarding their influence in tertiary-level EFL contexts remains inconsistent. While many studies report positive correlations between learning styles and language achievement, recent findings indicate that learning style differences do not always lead to significant performance variations. This inconsistency highlights the need for further investigation, particularly in Islamic higher education settings where empirical studies are still limited. Therefore, this study aims to examine whether learning styles—visual, auditory, and kinesthetic—significantly affect the academic achievement of EFL students. Employing a quantitative ex post facto design, data were collected from 30 students using a learning style questionnaire adapted from DePorter et al. (2007) measured through a five-point Likert scale, along with official final exam scores from English skill courses. The data were analyzed using One-Way ANOVA, Tukey HSD, and a Kruskal–Wallis test. The results revealed no significant differences in academic achievement among the three learning style groups, F(2, 27) = 0.334, p = 0.719, a finding reinforced by the non-parametric test (p = 0.864). Although kinesthetic learners showed slightly higher mean scores, the differences were not statistically meaningful. These findings suggest that learning styles do not significantly influence EFL students’ academic achievement in Islamic higher education. The study underscores the importance of adopting multimodal and flexible instructional approaches rather than relying solely on learning style-based teaching.
Meningkatkan Motivasi dan Keterampilan Menyimak Siswa SMA melalui Pembelajaran Listening Berbasis Multimedia Interaktif Marshanda, Marshanda; Setiawan, Muhammad Dicky; Ramadhani, Raysha; Rani, Rani; Rahmawati, Siti; Putri, Fara Suseno; Putri, Rica Amelia; Musyaffa, Roshim Ahmad; Fahlevi, Fauzan Reza; Palmatiwi, Dyah Hanum; Ikrimah, Ikrimah; Nadia, Aghnia Assifa; Nadia, Nadia; Syahid, Abdul
Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat (ABDIRA) Vol 6, No 2 (2026): Abdira
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/abdira.v6i2.1705

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This community service program aimed to enhance senior high school students’ listening comprehension and learning motivation through multimedia-based activities using English songs and a short film. The program was motivated by limited exposure to authentic listening input and the lack of integrated multimedia approaches in English classrooms. The activity was conducted in the form of a workshop involving 35 students through guided listening tasks using a pop song, a short film, and a planned Quizizz activity that could not be implemented due to time constraints. Data were collected through classroom observations, students’ worksheets, and informal feedback. The results indicate high levels of student engagement, enthusiasm, and collaborative interaction during the learning process. Worksheet analysis shows improvement in vocabulary recognition, understanding of key information, and interpretation of audiovisual cues. These findings suggest that multimedia-based listening instruction is effective in improving students’ motivation and listening comprehension and should be sustainably integrated into English language teaching practices.