e-Journal of ELTS (English Language Teaching Society)
Vol. 14 No. 02 (2026)

S.P.A.R.K. THE TALK: A PLAY TO PERFORMANCE MODEL FOR TEACHING ENGLISH IN FOOD AND BEVERAGE SERVICE

Ni Putu Dianita Safitri (Akademi Komunitas Manajemen Perhotelan Indonesia)
Nirmala Tari (Akademi Komunitas Manajemen Perhotelan Indonesia)



Article Info

Publish Date
11 Aug 2026

Abstract

ABSTRACT   This study used a mixed-methods research design to examine the implementation of the S.P.A.R.K. model (Social Media Videos, Play through Online and Offline Games, Active Role Play, Realistic Scenarios, and Knowledge Building) in a Food and Beverage Service English course. The study involved 12 first-semester students in the Diploma I Food and Beverage Service program and was conducted over 16 class meetings. The S.P.A.R.K. model combines online and offline games, social media videos, and role-play activities to help students practice English in authentic hospitality situations. Data were collected through pre-test and post-test speaking assessments and a questionnaire consisting of closed-ended and open-ended questions. Quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive statistics, while qualitative data were analyzed descriptively based on students' responses to the open-ended questionnaire. The results showed that students improved their speaking performance, although only a small improvement in fluency was observed. Students also reported high levels of motivation, engagement, and confidence. They found the combination of games, social media videos, and role-play activities enjoyable and helpful for learning English. These findings suggest that the S.P.A.R.K. model creates an engaging learning environment and supports the development of students' English communication skills. However, a longer period of practice may be needed to achieve greater improvement in speaking fluency.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

elts

Publisher

Subject

Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media

Description

e-Journal of ELTS (English Language Teaching Society) is an electronic open-access journal that aims to publish the latest research results in the area of English education from academicians, professionals, and other practitioners at all levels of English education. The journal coverage includes the ...