YJSSH
Vol. 1 No. 3 (2025): Young Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities

Enhancing English Learners’ Comprehension Through Semantic Strategies in Classroom Discourse

Calvyn Sepanya Siregar (Unknown)
Damanik , Bernieke Anggita Ristia (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
26 Jul 2025

Abstract

This paper investigates how semantic strategies employed in instructional discourse influence English learners’ comprehension. Grounded in theories of speech acts, semantics, and sociolinguistics, the study explores how meaning is both conveyed and negotiated through classroom interaction. Through a qualitative, library-based analysis, it identifies core semantic patterns such as cohesive devices, modality, referential expressions, and clarification techniques that enhance the meaning-making process. The study also highlights how teachers' semantic awareness can scaffold learner engagement and support deeper comprehension. Findings underscore the importance of purposeful language planning, suggesting that explicit focus on semantic strategies can lead to more meaningful and effective English instruction. The study further identifies practical implications for English teachers, highlighting the benefits of fostering semantic awareness in classroom talk to improve learner autonomy and interpretive skills.

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Journal Info

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yjssh

Publisher

Subject

Humanities Social Sciences

Description

Young Journal of Social Sciences and Humanities (YJSSH) is an academic journal which focuses on social and humanistic issues, both of a conceptual and an empirical nature. The journal uses a multidisciplinary perspective with a focus on the main issue. The journal is open to all to contribute to it, ...