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English Community Journal
Published by Universitas Muhammadiyah Palembang
ISSN : 2549009     EISSN : 25797378     DOI : -
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English Community Journal is a journal of English Education Journal of Faculty of Teacher Training and Education at Universitas Muhammadiyah Palembang. English Community Journal includes articles of English Education and published in twice a year, march and September. English Community Journal focusses on teachers, lecturers, students, reseacrhers who consentrate in English Education. Writing articles focusses on English Community Journal template.
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STUDENTS’ PERCEPTIONS TOWARD DEEPSEEK AS A SUPPORTING TOOL IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNING Ramadhani, Oktavia; Hamid, Ade Ismail Ramadhan; Sunarti, Sunarti
English Community Journal Vol 9, No 1 (2025): English Community Journal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32502/ecj.v9i1.9912

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In an era of rapid technological advancement, artificial intelligence (AI) has profoundly influenced various sectors, including education. This study explores university students’ perceptions of DeepSeek, an AI-powered chatbot, as a supporting tool in English language learning. Utilizing a qualitative method, the research involved interviews with eight second-semester students from the English Education Program at Universitas Muhammadiyah Kalimantan Timur. Findings reveal that students perceive DeepSeek as a beneficial tool due to its user-friendly interface, fast and concise responses, and its ability to assist in grammar correction, vocabulary development, and writing improvement. DeepSeek also fosters motivation and self-directed learning. However, limitations such as overly technical answers, daily usage restrictions, and sometimes irrelevant responses were identified. This study contributes to the ongoing discourse on AI-powered tool integration in education and highlights the potential and challenges of employing AI chatbots like DeepSeek in language learning contexts. 
TRANSFORMING WRITING INSTRUCTION: ENGAGING AND ACCESSIBLE STRATEGIES FOR UNIVERSITY-LEVEL BEGINNERS Noviarini, Tiara
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32502/ecj.v9i1.9830

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This study aims to explore and analyze engaging and easily accessible writing instruction strategies for beginner university students. Writing skills pose particular challenges for students, especially when faced with academic demands and the use of a foreign language. Conventional, monotonous teaching methods often fail to overcome psychological barriers such as anxiety and lack of motivation in writing. Through a qualitative descriptive approach using a case study of students at STIES Mitra Karya, this research identifies that interest-based strategies, the use of simple visual media, and student collaboration can enhance both motivation and writing quality. The analysis results reveal significant improvements in paragraph structure, sentence transitions, vocabulary, grammar, and writing length after implementing the new strategies. Students also demonstrate a more positive attitude toward writing activities. This study emphasizes the importance of transforming writing instruction into a fun and inclusive learning process, as well as the critical facilitative role of instructors in creating a supportive learning environment.
STUDENTS’ VOCABULARY MASTERY AND THEIR READING COMPREHENSION Lestiana, Siti; Ilma, Ridha; Saputra, Eko
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32502/ecj.v9i1.6757

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Vocabulary mastery is one of the important components of language to learn. This study investigated the correlation between vocabulary mastery and reading comprehension and the influence of vocabulary mastery and reading comprehension. A total of the sample in this study was 105 students from eighth grade students. Vocabulary mastery test and reading comprehension test were the instruments to collect the data. The descriptive statistics and Pearson Product Moment correlation coefficient were used to analyze the data in this study. The findings of this study showed that there was a significant correlation (r = 0.243) was higher than r-table (.190). Then, the level of probability (p) significance (sig.2-tailed) was 0.013 was lower than 0.05. Thus, there was a significant correlation between the students’ vocabulary mastery and their reading comprehension. From the results of regression analysis with a degree of significance of 0.013 showed that there was an influence of the vocabulary mastery on the reading comprehension of 5.9%.it could be concluded that mastery of student vocabulary was an important factor in achieving student reading comprehension. 
USING ANIMATED FILM TO DEVELOP SEVENTH GRADER’S DESCRIPTION WRITING SKILLS Rahmawati, Na Stiti Tri; Sumardiyani, Listyaning; Nur’Aini, Siti
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32502/ecj.v9i1.9493

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This research aims to determine whether animated films effectively overcome students' challenges when writing descriptive texts, particularly difficulties in expressing ideas. This study employs a qualitative descriptive methodology, with data collection conducted through observations, recording, test, and interviews. The data analysis method was descriptive analysis. The research involved 32 students of 7th grade at SMP N 42 Semarang over 2 hours. The findings reveal three main positive aspects: student enthusiasm, because animated films can attract attention and make the learning atmosphere more enjoyable. Second improved understanding of the film characters, the students can see the characters' expressions, actions, and personalities directly, making the character descriptions in their writing more accurate and vivid.  Last increased motivation to write, animated films provide inspiration and new ideas for students. The students feel more motivated to write because they have clear and interesting visual references. This makes the writing process not feel boring, so students are more active and productive in producing written works. The researchers concluded that animated films can simplify writing descriptive texts by making learning materials more engaging and easier to understand. 
THE EFFECT OF SHADOWING TECHNIQUE ON STUDENTS’ SPEAKING FLUENCY AND PRONUNCIATION ACCURACY Sari, Dewi Kartika; Jaya, Aswadi
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32502/ecj.v9i1.9808

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Speaking fluency and pronunciation accuracy are essential components of oral proficiency in English language learning, especially in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) contexts. This study aims to investigate the effect of the shadowing technique on students’ speaking fluency and pronunciation accuracy in English language learning. The participants consisted of 32 eleventh-grade students from a senior high school in Palembang. The research employed a pre-experimental design with a one-group pretest-posttest approach. The instrument used was a speaking test conducted before and after the implementation of the shadowing technique to measure students' improvement. The statistical analysis revealed a significant increase in scores between the pre-test and post-test. The mean pre-test score of 5.06 increased to 8.81 in the post-test, with a significance value (Sig. 2-tailed) of 0.000, indicating a statistically significant effect. These findings demonstrate that the shadowing technique is effective in enhancing students’ speaking fluency and pronunciation accuracy. Therefore, this technique is recommended as a practical method for improving speaking skills in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) classrooms.
USING CROSSWORD PUZZLE GAMES IN INCREASING THE SEVENTH-GRADE STUDENTS' VOCABULARY MASTERY Sulaiman, Masagus; Hartati, Sri; Tarmizi, M.; Septarini, Dian
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32502/ecj.v9i1.9343

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The problem of this research was whether crossword puzzle games effectively increase seventh-grade students' vocabulary mastery at MTs Al-Hidayah of Muara Telang. This research aimed to determine whether crossword puzzle games effectively increase seventh-grade students' vocabulary mastery at MTs Al-Hidayah of Muara Telang. This research used a pre-experimental design. The population of this research was the seventh-grade students of MTs Al-Hidayah of Muara Telang, with a total of 67 students. The sample of this research was 33 students selected through total sampling. The data obtained were analyzed by using a matched t-test for a manual calculation. The result of the t-test calculating in the pre-test and post-test class paired sample t-test showed that the mean was 26,96970, the standard deviation was 12,74383, the standard error mean was 2,21842, the lower was -31,48846, the upper was 22,45093 of t obtained was 12,157. On the other hand, Crossword Puzzle Games effectively increased vocabulary mastery among seventh-grade students at MTs Al-Hidaya of Muara Telang.
CREATIVE LANGUAGE USE IN THE MOTHER TONGUE: A CASE STUDY OF A FOUR-YEAR-OLD INDONESIAN CHILD IN THE FAMILY SETTING Dwie Agustiani, Indah Windra; Rafli, Zainal; Boeraswati, Endry
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32502/ecj.v9i1.10246

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Language acquisition is  the process of acquiring the mother tongue, beginning with crying, cooing, and babbling, and eventually progressing to speaking. Between the ages of two and four, children demonstrate a noticeable development of language creativity. This study aims to provide example of  the evidence of language creativity of a four year old Indonesian child. This research is  a  qualitative method with case study approach. The subject of this research is a four year old Indonesia child. The data were collected through observation and note-taking, and then analysed descriptively to draw conclusions.The result of the observation in this study revealed 17 utterances that serve as evidence of the child’s language creativity. The result of this study can be concluded that childish creativity in language acquisition  is a kind of  speaking ability of  a child for overcoming his/her limitation for words they still do not have to describe  new things then, he made the mistake when he independently try to  use his  language. As for the creative use of language, based on the data of this research, it  can be caused by the child’ syntactical problem: misuse of adjective to make adverb,  time concept confusion, semantical problems: failure to combine nouns with correct adjectives to make the opposition of particular  words and morphological problems :the use of suffix for words to form verbs, which are caused the  absence of  dictions  to describe new things   but  his intended meanings can be easily understood. It also happened because of generalization  made by the child in order to overcome his limitation in speaking result in  improper word selection.

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