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PROMOTING STUDENTS’ AGENTIC ENGAGEMENT THROUGH PROJECT-BASED LEARNING: CHALLENGES AND SOLUTIONS IN EFL CLASSROOM Muh. Fakhrul Armas; Maemuna Muhayyang
Wiralodra English Journal Vol. 10 No. 1 (2026): Wiralodra English Journal
Publisher : Universitas Wiralodra

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31943/wej.v10i1.611

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Recent studies show that agentic engagement in Project-Based Learning (PjBL) is still not widely understood, particularly in collectivist settings like Indonesia. Much of the existing research has focused on measuring agency or linking it to other factors, but less attention has been given to how agency actually develops and unfolds in everyday classroom interactions. This study seeks to address that gap by examining how students engage in an English as a Foreign Language (EFL) class at Madrasah Aliyah Negeri (MAN) 1 Soppeng, South Sulawesi. Through interviews with 15 students and one teacher, several challenges emerged: language barriers, fear of making mistakes, and limited classroom time often hinder students’ ability to take initiative. The findings also highlight the importance of teacher responses, which can either encourage or discourage students from actively participating. To strengthen agentic engagement, the study suggests adopting creative teaching strategies, building supportive teacher-student relationships, and connecting lessons to students’ real-life goals. These insights not only deepen our understanding of agency in collectivist cultures but also emphasize the need for more research in secondary schools. Ultimately, the study calls for continued exploration to better support student autonomy and empower learners in their educational journey.
Understanding Multilingualism and Code-Switching among English Department Students Across Home, Campus, and Social Media Maemuna Muhayyang; Andi Sukri Syamsuri; Muh. Fakhrul Armas; Nayla Putri Humairah; Nurmutya Annisa
INTERACTION: Jurnal Pendidikan Bahasa Vol. 13 No. 2 (2026): INTERACTION: Jurnal Pendidikan Bahasa
Publisher : Program Studi Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris, Universitas Pendidikan Muhammadiyah Sorong

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36232/interactionjournal.v13i2.5734

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This study investigates multilingualism and code-switching practices among English Department students across three communication domains: home, campus, and social media. Students in Indonesia regularly interact in multiple languages, Indonesian, English, and regional languages yet limited research explores how these linguistic resources are managed across different social contexts. This study aims to describe (1) how students employ multilingualism and code-switching in their daily communication, and (2) what factors influence their language choices across these domains. Using a descriptive qualitative design, data were collected through open-ended questionnaires and semi-structured interviews with undergraduate English Department students. Participants were selected through purposive sampling, and data were analyzed thematically to identify recurring patterns of language use and switching functions. Findings reveal that students display domain-dependent multilingual behaviour. At home, regional languages and Indonesian are dominant due to family norms and cultural identity. On campus, Indonesian is primarily used for peer interaction, while English appears in academic tasks and lecturer communication. On social media, students frequently mix Indonesian and English for stylistic purposes, identity expression, and wider audience engagement. Code-switching functions include clarifying meaning, maintaining conversational flow, expressing identity, and adapting to interlocutors. Language choice is further shaped by context, topic, proficiency, and social relationships. Overall, the study shows that students use their linguistic repertoire flexibly rather than separating languages into fixed systems. These findings contribute to understanding multilingual behaviour in higher education and highlight code-switching as a meaningful communicative strategy in academic and digital contexts.
How do English Teachers Apply Layered Vocabulary Teaching Strategies in Indonesian Junior Secondary EFL Classroom? Maemuna Muhayyang; Nur Syafa Malik; Muh. Fakhrul Armas
INTERACTION: Jurnal Pendidikan Bahasa Vol. 13 No. 2 (2026): INTERACTION: Jurnal Pendidikan Bahasa
Publisher : Program Studi Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris, Universitas Pendidikan Muhammadiyah Sorong

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36232/interactionjournal.v13i2.5735

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This qualitative descriptive study explores how English teachers apply vocabulary teaching strategies in EFL classrooms at the junior secondary level. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews with three experienced English teachers at SMP Negeri 1 Wasuponda, South Sulawesi, Indonesia. The findings reveal that teachers employed a diverse repertoire of strategies encompassing de-contextualizing (word lists, flashcards, dictionary use), semi-contextualizing (word grouping, association, imagery, keyword method, physical response, semantic mapping), fully contextualizing (reading, listening, speaking, writing), and adaptable approaches (structured reviewing). These strategies were implemented through both planned instruction—deliberate preparation of materials and activities—and incidental teaching, in which teachers spontaneously explained unfamiliar words arising during classroom interaction. Although implementation varied according to individual preferences and contextual demands, the integration of multiple strategies effectively supported students’ vocabulary acquisition, retention, and meaningful use. The study underscores the pedagogical value of flexible, layered strategies in resource-variable multilingual settings and carries important implications for teacher professional development, curriculum design aligned with Indonesia’s Merdeka Curriculum, and policy initiatives that promote strategic sequencing and learner autonomy in outer-circle EFL contexts.
Co-Authors Andi Sukri Syamsuri Maemuna Muhayyang Nayla Putri Humairah Nur Syafa Malik Nurmutya Annisa