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EMPOWERING STUDENTS’ WRITING SKILL AND CREATIVITY THROUGH IMPLEMENTING GENRE-BASED APPROACH Dadang Romawi; Andang Saehu; Hanna Sundari
Indonesian EFL Journal Vol. 10 No. 2 (2024)
Publisher : University of Kuningan

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25134/ieflj.v10i2.9565

This study focused on investigating the ways the English teacher implemented a Genre-Based Approach to improving students’ writing skills and creativities. The case study was conducted in MAN 1 Cianjur. The respondents were 36 students and an English teacher. There were six students chosen to be interviewed in this study. The instruments of data collection were carried out by observing the teaching-learning process of the Genre-Based Approach and interviewing the students relating with their creativity. The result of the observation showed that the EFL teacher implemented the Genre-Based Approach properly. It was proved that the teacher implemented the steps well, and the students’ average scores improved from 70 to 90. Based on the interview, the Genre-Based Approach could help students to be creative by fulfilling fluency including producing great idea, providing solution or feedback, and having option to respond. Besides that, it could help them to fulfill the flexibility including producing various ideas and answers, looking for different alternatives, and changing perspectives. Moreover. It could help them to make an original text including producing new and unique expressions, thinking novel and unusual ideas, and combining unusual ideas. Furthermore, I could motivate them to elaborate on the text well including developing ideas and providing details and clarity by stating the end of the story, impression, and conclusion in the last paragraph of recount text.Keywords: Genre Based Approach; Creativity; Writing skill.

THE ROLE OF GESTURES IN SHAPING THE INTERPRETATION OF SPEECH ACTS IN COMICS Mutiara Pratama Putri; Ajar Pradika Ananta Tur; Arini Sabrina
Indonesian EFL Journal Vol. 10 No. 2 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25134/ieflj.v10i2.9766

The importance of this study resides in its contribution to comprehending the complex connection between speech and gestures in influencing the interpretation of speech acts. The findings have implications for enhancing communication tactics in digital comics and other types of discourse. The successful integration of verbal and nonverbal cues is vital for transmitting meaning efficiently. Using a descriptive qualitative design, the primary data for this research consists of the conversations said by the characters in the comic. In addition, the photos depicting the gestures of each character serve as the corroborating data in this study. In order to get the data, the researcher employs the observation method, utilizing three distinct techniques: tapping, non-participatory observation, and note-taking. In addition, the researcher employs a data analysis technique specific to qualitative research in order to analyze the data. Ultimately, the interaction between verbal and nonverbal signals is crucial for comprehending the intended significance of speech acts. Gesture has a vital part in influencing the understanding of speech acts, and it is essential to take into account both verbal and nonverbal signals for successful communication

NAVIGATING THESIS WRITING: CHALLENGES FACED BY EFL STUDENTS IN AN ENGLISH DEPARTMENT Jusmin HJ Wahid; Nurlaily Sofyan; Iwan Irawan; Siti Nahla Hamim
Indonesian EFL Journal Vol. 10 No. 2 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25134/ieflj.v10i2.9768

The preparation of the scientific essay (thesis) is the last phase in carrying out the duties as a student; the thesis itself is a scientific essay that must be written by a student as part of his/her academic final requirements. This research is qualitative research with a case study approach; qualitative research is research that intends to understand the phenomenon of what is experienced by research subjects. The subjects of this study were English Education Students at Muhammadiyah University, North Maluku. The results of questionnaire statements and interviews found that the factors caused the students difficulties in writing scientific essay (thesis) were internal factors include students' understanding of grammar and students' ability to write thesis while external factors are from the environment which includes family, friends, and economic factors.

BRIDGING CULTURES: ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNING FROM PESANTREN TO AMERICA Zulfi Zumala Dwi Andriani
Indonesian EFL Journal Vol. 10 No. 2 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25134/ieflj.v10i2.9769

This article is a narrative inquiry research which focus on a young female santri named Aisya (pseudo name), who got the MORA Overseas Student Mobility Award (MOSMA) for six months in Buffalo University New York, USA. the research focus on analyzing Aisya’s life story in relation to her English learning strategy and lensed from three perspective; English as linguistic capital (Bourdieu, 2018), English as social investment (Peirce, 1995) and creative discursive agency (Collins, 2000). the data collected through in depth and unstructured interview for three time through zoom meeting, the supporting data is also in the form of Aisya personal essay related to her goal of life. The research revealed that mastering English instead of coming from internal motivation, it also much influenced by social agent such as family, Kyai and Pesantren. having ability of English is also could activate the social investment which then transform it into many opportunities for creative discursive agency such as getting high score of TOEFL and acquiring scholarship to America as like Aisya had. Pedagogically, it resulted some implications such as the importance of providing more student-centered approach in classroom in signifying the diversity of each student's background can be accommodated by the teacher, thereby creating motivation to learn English. For pesantren, it suggested to have strong commitment instead of teaching religious knowledge but also on developing foreign language namely English.Keywords [English Language, Pesantren, Narrative Inqury, social investment]

ENHANCING GRAMMAR LEARNING: IMPLEMENTING KAHOOT AS AN EVALUATION TOOL IN INDONESIAN HIGH SCHOOLS Siti Khadijah Barus; Maryati Salmiah
Indonesian EFL Journal Vol. 10 No. 2 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25134/ieflj.v10i2.9773

This study explores the implementation of Kahoot as an evaluation tool to enhance grammar learning, identify its benefits and challenges, and assess student responses. Using a qualitative case study design, data were collected through classroom observations, interviews, and questionnaires involving an English teacher and 27 high school students in Medan. Thematic analysis revealed that Kahoot effectively improves grammar understanding, increases student motivation and interaction, and is user-friendly. Despite some technical challenges, the majority of students responded positively. The study recommends broader adoption of Kahoot in educational settings to enrich the learning experience.Keywords: Evaluation; implementation; Kahoot; teaching English grammar.

EXPLORING CULINARY IDENTITY: A GASTRO-CRITICAL ANALYSIS OF AHMAD TOHARI'S RONGGENG DUKUH PARUK AND SURABANGLUS Widya Nirmalawati; Dodi Siraj Muamar Zain; Khristianto Khristianto
Indonesian EFL Journal Vol. 10 No. 2 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25134/ieflj.v10i2.9781

The novel Ronggeng Dukuh Paruk and the short story Surabanglus are two works by Ahmad Tohari (AT) that talk about food and how food becomes the identity of a society. RDP tells the story of how Srintil, the Ronggeng Dukuh Paruk, loses her parents due to a massive poisoning in her village caused by tempeh bongrek made by her parents. With very little knowledge of toxicology, the people of Dukuh Paruk "treat" the tempeh poisoning with empirical experience passed down from their ancestors. While Surabanglus tells the story of the friendship between Kimin and Suing which is so touching because Suing had to experience the bad luck of eating poisonous cassava due to unbearable hunger. This research is descriptive and qualitative and uses textual analysis to reveal and interpret the hidden construction in a text. The data collected is analyzed from a gastro-critical lens. Gastro-criticism is part of a critical approach to welcome the phenomenon of culinary literature in literary works. Culinary is chosen as one of the symbols, myths, and signs in the development of literary works. From the data contained in the novel RDP and short story Surabanglus in the form of narrative quotations, and dialog between characters in AT's two works, there are four findings, namely; food and its characteristics, food and socioeconomic status, food and food processing tools, food and medicine. Through these two works, AT not only presents a story with food as the plot, but at the same time, Tohari documents what and how food in a society becomes a symbol and social identity of the community.

HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS’ PERSPECTIVE ON USING DUNGEONS & DRAGONS FOR ENGLISH SPEAKING PRACTICE Biyan Aji Kurniawan; Dias Andris Susanto; Laily Nur Affini
Indonesian EFL Journal Vol. 10 No. 2 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25134/ieflj.v10i2.9785

This study explores the potential of using Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) as a media for teaching English speaking skills among high school students. The primary objective is to understand students' reactions and responses when D&D is incorporated into their English learning curriculum. Through a series of observations, questionnaire and Interview, students participated in D&D campaigns designed to stimulate verbal communication, critical thinking, and collaborative storytelling. The findings reveal that students exhibited increased engagement, and a positive attitude towards using this unconventional method for learning English. This research aims to shed light on the effectiveness and student perception of gamified learning tools in language education, offering insights for educators seeking innovative approaches to language instruction.

UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS’ PREFERENCE AND PERCEPTIONS ON THE USE OF QUILLBOT AND GRAMMARLY AS PARAPHASING TOOLS Ade Risya Fitri; Utami Dewi
Indonesian EFL Journal Vol. 10 No. 2 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25134/ieflj.v10i2.9868

Several investigations have studied how using Grammarly and QuillBot as paraphrase tools affects EFL students' writing and attitudes. However, students' preferences regarding these tools for paraphrasing students' writing in Indonesia still seem few and have not been explored much. This research aimed to determine which paraphrasing tools undergraduate students prefer for translating their text. This study used a qualitative case study approach. Questionnaires and in-depth interviews were used to investigate students' preferences as data collection tools. Fifteen students were selected by purposive sampling and were administered an online questionnaire. Then, students participated in in-depth interviews and obtained further information from an online questionnaire. The writer then analyzed the data using frequency and thematic analysis. The findings reveal that students prefer QuillBot over Grammarly for three reasons. First, they consider QuillBot to be an easy-to-access and time-saving tool. Second, QuillBot is a paraphrasing tool with various features that help students to paraphrase their writing. Third, QuillBot helps students avoid plagiarism and keep the originality of their writing. However, Grammarly also received high marks because it uses proper grammar when paraphrasing students' writing. Therefore, combining these two paraphrasing tools will make the students' writing process more efficient and effective.

EXPLORING LANGUAGE AND ETHNIC IDENTITY AMONG INDONESIAN GENERATION Z Ira Maria Fran Lumbanbatu
Indonesian EFL Journal Vol. 10 No. 2 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25134/ieflj.v10i2.9945

Since Indonesia consists of hundreds of local languages, exposed to globalization and technological development, all of these make Generation Z face the complex situation of multiple languages. This complex situation encourages the generation Z to decide which language should be prioritized in their daily activities. Because of this situation, this study aims to explore what languages are used by Generation Z and what are the language attitude or perception of this generation created especially for local language and connect with their perception about the language related to cultural identity. A survey-based approach is used to examine the language attitude and perception by Generation Z towards their local language in Indonesia. This study used random sampling method in selecting the participants. It can reach 202 participants of Generation Z at Universitas Negeri Malang, East Java. In collecting the data, survey and in-depth interview are using in this study. The finding are most participants use Indonesia, English and their local language in their daily conversation. Related to language use by Generation Z, it can be also found that Javanese participants have the higher percentage in using the local language compare with the non-Javanese participants. It is also shown that mostly the participants do not agree that the ability in using local language is a determinant of the ethnic identity. Other factors should be considered for this case, for example how the participants practicing the ethnicity, understanding the history of the culture and contributing in the cultural activities.

STUDENT’S DIFFICULTY IN LISTENING WESTERN MOVIE Fitri Widya Jayanti Hasibuan; Yani Lubis
Indonesian EFL Journal Vol. 10 No. 2 (2024)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25134/ieflj.v10i2.9996

This research investigates the challenges students face in understanding Western films, focusing on language and dialect differences, narrative complexity, and cultural factors. Using a qualitative descriptive approach, data was collected through observation and interviews with students at SMP N 4 Sei Kanan. Findings indicate that language barriers, including unfamiliar accents and slang, complex plot structures with intricate storylines and character developments, and cultural nuances, such as differing social norms and historical references, pose significant difficulties for students. Additionally, students often struggle with idiomatic expressions and humor that do not translate well across cultures. This study suggests incorporating strategies to improve students' listening skills and cultural awareness through targeted educational interventions, such as integrating multimedia resources in the curriculum, conducting workshops on cultural contexts, and providing supplementary language support. By addressing these challenges, educators can enhance students' comprehension and appreciation of Western films, fostering a more inclusive and effective learning environments.Student Difficulties, Western Films, Language and Dialect Differences

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