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Wiralodra English Journal (WEJ)
Published by Universitas Wiralodra
ISSN : 25977504     EISSN : 26224100     DOI : https://doi.org/10.31943/wej
Core Subject : Education, Social,
Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Social Sciences Other
Wiralodra English Journal is published twice a year, in March and September. This journal welcomes articles in the form of research reports or library research on English Education, Linguistics, Literature, and Translation that have never been submitted for consideration nor published elsewhere.
Arjuna Subject : Ilmu Sosial - Linguistik dan Bahasa
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ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES OF LEARNING REPORT TEXT USING YOUTUBE VIDEOS IN PANDEMIC Nud'ah Fairuz Jannah
Wiralodra English Journal Vol. 5 No. 2 (2021): Wiralodra English Journal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31943/wej.v5i2.137

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This study focuses on the advantages and disadvantages of learning report text using YouTube video in Covid-19 Pandemic. The purpose of this study was to find out the advantages and disadvantages of online learning using YouTube video media during the covid-19 pandemic through student opinions about learning taking place. This study uses a qualitative descriptive method, in which this study describes students' opinions through questionnaires and interviews that have been conducted by researchers. The participants of this study were 56 students who took part in the interview and 14 students who took part in the interview, all participants were taken from the twelfth class of hotel accommodation at SMK N 4 Yogyakarta. The results of this study indicate that in learning report text using YouTube media has advantages and disadvantages. The students give a positive response to the number of benefits that can be obtained during the learning process, even though the losses that can be obtained are also quite a lot.
THE STUDENTS' PERCEPTION ON THE USE OF PADLET IN IMPROVING WRITING SKILLS Shifa Nur Fadillah
Wiralodra English Journal Vol. 5 No. 2 (2021): Wiralodra English Journal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31943/wej.v5i2.142

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Technology use in teaching and learning process had become very popular especially in the 21st century. Padlet is one of online platforms which have simple design and well-integrated features to support learning process. The implementation of Padlet turns the learning process becomes students-centered. This study discusses the use of Padlet in improving students’ writing skills. It mainly describes how the Padlet affect students’ interest in the learning process especially writing. This study is a qualitative research which using questionnaires to gather the data. The questionnaires given to students are divided into two types, namely yes-no question and yes-no question with reason. Students were given six questions related to their experience in using Padlet. Based on the results, most of students agree that the implementation of Padlet in writing class can improve their interest and writing skills. Students give positive responds towards the use of Padlet because of the great features provided in Padlet and immediate feedback they get from teacher and peers.
THE INTRINSIC ELEMENTS AND MOTIVES FOR TEEN SUICIDE DEPICTED IN THE NOVEL ENTITLED THIRTEEN REASONS WHY BY JAY ASHER 2007 Hani Ayu Rahmatiah; Baginda Simaibang; Artanti Puspita Sari
Wiralodra English Journal Vol. 5 No. 2 (2021): Wiralodra English Journal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31943/wej.v5i2.143

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Literature is one of the tools used by humans to depict social phenomenon. Since centuries ago, there are a lot of literary works have brought up suicide into the topics. Today, this topic is still becoming a thing in popular novels. One of the most popular is Thirteen Reasons Why by Jay Asher. Data are collected by using the novel. Data were analyzed by detailing intrinsic elements, motives for teen suicide, and the theoretical implications for English Language Teaching. The findings of this research explained some interesting things about this novel. First, it is about how Jay Asher presents each element in this novel not only visually, but also how the elements are perceived by the characters. Jay uniquely presents two narrations from Hannah & Clay back and forth throughout the novel, which makes this novel very interesting. Second, there are 7 from 10 items on IMSA found in Hannah's statements that scientifically support her actions to end her life. Third, this novel could be used as a tool for teachers to teach about empathy, mental health, and suicide prevention in High Schools.
GOOGLE READING LOGS TO IMPROVE READING ABILITY AND INTEREST Laksmi Widyarini
Wiralodra English Journal Vol. 6 No. 1 (2022): Wiralodra English Journal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31943/wej.v6i1.144

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This study is aimed at 1) determining the procedure for using Google reading logs in improving students' reading skills and interest, and 2) identifying the effect of using Google reading logs on students' reading skills and interest. Participants in this study were early semester students of English Department, Universitas Sarjanawiyata Tamansiswa. The study employed a descriptive qualitative approach. The research data were collected through pre-test/post-test, questionnaires, and interviews. The study was initiated by collecting data regarding relevant facilities in Google Classroom as reading logs. The next phase was collecting data related with the students’ reading interest and skills. The results of the data analysis were then used to determine the procedure for using google reading logs. The data collected from the results of the pre-test/post-test, questionnaires, and interviews were summarized and analyzed. Based on the results of the analysis and data summary, it is concluded that google reading logs improve students' reading ability and interest.
THE EFFECT OF TIKTOK PLATFORM TO DEVELOP STUDENTS' MOTIVATION IN SPEAKING ABILITY: A CLASSROOM ACTION RESEARCH Jenni Ferstephanie; Theodesia Lady Pratiwi
Wiralodra English Journal Vol. 6 No. 1 (2022): Wiralodra English Journal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31943/wej.v6i1.147

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This study was Classroom Action Research. It was conducted based on an internship of teaching practice in SMA Kristen Kalam Kudus Selatpanjang. It involved 25 students of grade 10 science class. The study aimed to identify the effectiveness of using Tiktok in improving students’ speaking skills. The research was organized step by steps such as planning, implementing, observation and reflection. The research instruments were observation, pre-test, and post-test. First, the students in the class were observed during learning English subjects, and then the pre-test and post-test were implemented to determine the students’ speaking skill improvement. The rubric was designed according to the aspect of speaking skills to assess the students’ skills. The results of the post-test showed that the students’ scores rapidly increased and were better than their pre-test. The average score for the pre-test was 2.51 points. After implementing TikTok in the test, the average score for the post-test was 4.65 points. Therefore, the implementation of TikTok proved it was effective to develop students’ speaking skills. In conclusion, the TikTok application engaged the students to enjoy the learning especially in improving their speaking skills. Students were free to express their ideas and creativity while making the content.
IMPROVING STUDENTS WRITING SKILL BY COLLABORATIVE WRITING FOR STUDENTS OF XI IPA 2 IN SMA NEGERI 4 KEDIRI Jawari Muslim; Galuh Nur Rohmah
Wiralodra English Journal Vol. 6 No. 1 (2022): Wiralodra English Journal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31943/wej.v6i1.150

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Studies on collaborative writing have proven its effectiveness for improving student's writing performance. However, further exploration is needed on how this method is applied to different writing genres. This research attempts to investigate the result of students’ writing ability by using of collaborative writing. It also describes the implementation as well as the students’ response in using this technique. The subjects were the eleventh graders of SMAN 4 Kediri. The type of this research is a classroom action research. There were two cycles, each of which consisted of three meetings and ended with post-test to measure the improvement of the students’ writing ability. The data were collected by using observation lists, questionnaire, documentation, and writing test. The result showed that all of the students had passed the passing grade. In addition, they stated that they felt happy during the process of writing collaboratively as it was easier for them to compose a text collaboratively with their friends. The finding implied that writing teacher should focus on teaching and learning strategies not only focusing on the transfer of writing concepts. Therefore, collaborative narrative writing is an appropriate technique to be used in improving the students’ writing ability.
DIRECT VS INDIRECT CORRECTIVE FEEDBACK FOR WRITING IMPROVEMENT: STUDENTS’ PREFERENCES Khilda Husnia Abidah; Elisa Ratih
Wiralodra English Journal Vol. 6 No. 1 (2022): Wiralodra English Journal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31943/wej.v6i1.151

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This research presents the students’ preference for feedback in deciding what specific feedback will be valuable and positively affect the students’ writing performance. There might be a mismatch between students’ preferences and lecturer’s practice from a few past studies. A quantitative research design was utilized in this study. It was conducted in Muhammadiyah Malang University with 70 English Language Education Department students as the participants. A data set of 10 questions in the survey for students was adjusted from Aridah et al. (2017). Further, the data were scored using the “Feedback Scale” with a scale ranging from 0 to 1. The finding showed that the feedback preference of the students is direct corrective feedback, in which the mean score was higher (M=6.53) than indirect corrective feedback. The students believed that direct corrective feedback gave more additional clearness. Therefore, this study recommended that the lecturer give feedback based on the students’ preference which is direct corrective feedback to improve their writing skills easily and effectively.
IDENTIFYING THE MAIN FACTOR OF STUDENTS’ ANXIETY IN LIMITED FACE-TO-FACE LEARNING ENGLISH SPEAKING DURING COVID-19 Anisa Riska Noerilah; Nina Puspitaloka
Wiralodra English Journal Vol. 6 No. 1 (2022): Wiralodra English Journal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31943/wej.v6i1.157

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One of the obstacles, particularly speaking anxiety, has a significant impact on someone's ability to speak a foreign language. In fact, because to the Covid-19 pandemic, researchers discovered that students were anxious of speaking English in class in limited face-to-face learning. In light of this context, the purpose of this study was to look at the primary causes and sources of students' anxiety when learning to speak English in limited face-to-face learning due to pandemic Covid-19. A qualitative methodology and descriptive method were used to conduct the research. Six eighth-grade students from a public junior high school in Karawang took part in the study. Two low-level students, two middle-level students, and two high-level students were separated into three groups. Researchers used observation, interview, and documentation to gather data. The result showed that the primary causes of students' concern in learning English speaking, according to this research, were poor pronunciation and a lack of vocabulary. Meanwhile, students' anxiety in learning English speaking came from lack of confidence and nervousness. It implies that it is essential for teachers to be able to fulfill their roles as facilitators in order to minimize students' speaking anxiety in a foreign language classroom.
THE USE OF ROLE PLAY THROUGH IGTV TO IMPROVE STUDENTS’ SPEAKING SKILL OF HARAPAN UTAMA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL AT BATAM Theodesia Lady Pratiwi
Wiralodra English Journal Vol. 6 No. 1 (2022): Wiralodra English Journal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31943/wej.v6i1.159

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Speaking is one of the most troublesome expertise to ace. It likewise happens to most of the students in Harapan Utama senior high school in Batam. They have numerous problems communicating in English since they believe that English is not a daily language in Indonesia. Therefore, this study aims to find out whether Role-play through the IGTV significantly improves students' ability in speaking skills. This study chose 37 students of grade 10 at Harapan Utama senior high school. This survey research tested the hypotheses that have been set. Therefore, this study used the speaking score (Pre-Test & Post-Test) as the research instrument. From the data conducted by one group pretest and posttest design, the data analysis of t-test shows that the value of Sig. (2-tailed) is 0.00 <0.05. Therefore, there is an average difference between Pre-Test and Post-Test learning outcomes. In addition, based on the Interview, some improvements were achieved in the post-test scores, such as pronunciation, vocabulary, and understanding. Thus, to conclude, using roleplaying through IGTV as a classroom teaching technique can improve students’ speaking skills. Last, this research can be useful and used as an additional guide, particularly in improving the ability of students to speak English.
IS IT ENJOYING OR BURDENING? STUDENTS’ PERCEPTIONS ON HOME LEARNING AND ONLINE LEARNING (An Overview of Corona Virus Disease “COVID-19” Impact to Education Field) Yabes Olbata; Ririn Fatmawati; Yessy Tiran
Wiralodra English Journal Vol. 6 No. 1 (2022): Wiralodra English Journal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31943/wej.v6i1.163

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Teaching and learning is a good way to reach the educational goals. Since the Corona Virus Disease (COVID-19) hits the word, the process of teaching and learning totally change that creates new problem for teachers and students. This study aims to find out the students’ perceptions of the implementation of home learning and online learning during the pandemic era (COVID-19) in SMA Negeri 1 Soe. This study used a qualitative descriptive design. The instruments used were questionnaires and interviews. The data of this study was collected through spreading questionnaires and doing interviews. The data of this study were analyzed by using SPSS. The result of the study showed that students perceive the implementation of home learning and online learning during pandemic era (COVID-19) is a good way because it could protect the students from the spread of the COVID-19, it helped the students to keep learning. It could make the students to be responsible for their learning improvement.

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