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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.
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AN ANALYSIS OF THE FACTORS AFFECTING STUDENTS’ ENGLISH SPEAKING PROFICIENCY Muklas, Muhammad; Yuliana, Revina; Nurkhasanah, Evi; Fahriza, Lilis Nur; Yulianda, Sefti Zhintia
Wiralodra English Journal (WEJ) Vol. 8 No. 1 (2024): Wiralodra English Journal (WEJ)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31943/wej.v8i1.275

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English includes common skills such as listening, reading, speaking, and writing. Many students focus on speaking skills and complain that English is a difficult language to use or pronounce. This is not easy when we are born with students whose everyday language is not English, which can make it difficult for these students. There are quite a few students today whose ability to speak English is still not good. Of course, there must be a solution to the problem. Therefore, this research aimed to find out what factors affect students English speaking proficiency. This research uses qualitative methods. Among them, in this research the process of identifying, classifying, and analyzing data according to the data analysis procedures in this study. There were 24 students sampled in this research. The results of this research are; the factors affecting students English speaking proficiency. These two factors are affective factors (risk-taking and motivation) and linguistic factors (grammar and vocabulary); (2) the oral performance test results of 24 students currently explain that their oral performance results are at the 5th-grade level or higher with a total average of 5.0.
DISCOURSE ANALYSIS OF MISS UNIVERSE 2018—2023’s WINNING ANSWERS Padmarintan, Sotyarani; Roselani, Ni Gusti Ayu
Wiralodra English Journal (WEJ) Vol. 8 No. 1 (2024): Wiralodra English Journal (WEJ)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31943/wej.v8i1.279

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This article aims to describe Miss Universe 2018—2023’s winning answers textually and contextually with qualitative descriptive research to see the use of language functions in a Miss Universe Competition. The data for this research are words, phrases, clauses, and sentences from Miss Universe 2018—2023’s winning answers that are collected using listening and note-taking techniques. This research step includes determining the type of discourse, the unit of analysis, and describing data units. This research found that there are 126 grammatical and lexical elements. In the grammatical aspect, there are 54 references, 2 substitutions, 14 ellipsis, and 33 conjunctions. In the lexical aspect, there are 3 synonyms, 2 antonyms, 2 hyponyms, 6 repetitions, 8 collocations, and 2 equivalences. In the contextual aspect, the discourse is discussed in social cognition and social analysis using Teun Van Dijk's theory. As a result, the discourse was influenced by negative events occurring in society, so the content of the discourse focused on Miss Universe 2018—2023's efforts to influence the target audience to be brave in facing that inequality. This discourse also emerged due to two social factors, the power factor with the prestigious status of Miss Universe and the broad international access factor.
EXPLORING THE DIGITAL LITERACY OF PRE-SERVICE TEACHERS: A STUDY ON THE TEACHING ASSISTANCE PROGRAM Hafizhah, Nur; Mariani , Nanik; Hidayat , Fahmi
Wiralodra English Journal (WEJ) Vol. 8 No. 1 (2024): Wiralodra English Journal (WEJ)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31943/wej.v8i1.280

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In today's educational landscape, digital literacy has emerged as a critical skill for pre-service teachers, enabling them to effectively utilize technology in classrooms and provide students with valuable information technology resources. This study aims to investigate the digital literacy levels of pre-service teachers participating in a teaching assistance program at school. Employing descriptive statistics, the research analyzed data collected from pre-service teachers enrolled in the Teaching Assistance Program, using a framework designed to assess teacher digital literacy across five key dimensions: information management, team-based learning, information processing and presentation, digital integrity, and social responsibility. The findings reveal that pre-service teachers demonstrated a high level of digital literacy across all dimensions. While highlighting their readiness to employ information and communications technology (ICT) for educational purposes, the results also underscore an ongoing need for further development in digital literacy skills. Importantly, these findings contribute significantly to providing insightful data regarding the level of digital literacy of pre-service teachers. Next, future research endeavors should address the limitations of this study by employing diversified methodologies and ensuring broader sample representations.
EFFECT OF GRAMMAR LEARNING STRATEGIES (GLS) IN LANGUAGE LEARNING: CASE STUDY ON VOCATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS IN DETERMINING PROFICIENCY LEVELS Aisyah, Aisyah; Hidayad, Ferri; Purwanto, Muhammad Bambang
Wiralodra English Journal (WEJ) Vol. 8 No. 1 (2024): Wiralodra English Journal (WEJ)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31943/wej.v8i1.281

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The current study looked into the grammar learning techniques (GLS) employed by SMK Negeri 6 Palembang students. In particular, it looked at the mean variations in the GLS dependent on the students' competence levels. The data was gathered through a survey-based quantitative research design. Undergraduate grammar course students at SMK Negeri 6 Palembang were randomly given a set of surveys via Google Forms. Forty students answered the questionnaire, making them research participants. To evaluate the data, both descriptive and inferential analysis were performed. The results showed that the most frequently employed cognitive, metacognitive, affective, and social strategies were, in that order, taking notes while listening to their teacher's explanations, figuring out why they made mistakes, pushing themselves to practice grammar, and asking friends for assistance. It was discovered that students most frequently employed social strategy. The study also showed that more high proficient students than low proficient students employed all strategies. For future research, teachers might adapt their teaching strategy to align with students' grammar learning strategies by using the research findings. Less skilled students can also pick up the strategy employed by the more skilled students, allowing them to gain from using the strategies in their own learning grammar.
CRITICALLY READING FIGURATIVE LANGUAGE IN NEWS TITLE OF IDN TIMES.COM: WORLD CUP CHANNEL Firdariani, Andini; Lestari, Zubaedah Wiji; Somantri, Tendy
Wiralodra English Journal (WEJ) Vol. 8 No. 2 (2024): Wiralodra English Journal (WEJ)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31943/wej.v8i2.282

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Figurative language is a style of language that is used to beautify a sentence. Not only in poetry and songs, figurative language is also often used in news titles. The research aims to critically read the figurative language found in IDN Times.com news titles, especially the types and functions of the figurative language contained in the news titles of IDN Times.com. The research critically read types of figurative language and critically read functions of figurative languages found in news titles of IDN Times.com World Cup Channel in December 2022 Edition. To collect the data, researchers used the descriptive qualitative method by doing several ways such as: reading news titles, classifying news titles based on the figurative language type, and writing down the news titles. The finding shows that there are four types of figurative language in IDN Times.com, including twenty-five Metaphors, three personifications, one simile, and ten hyperboles. The functions of using figurative language in the news title are to compare something with something that has a similar meaning, making the inanimate like a human, and to dramatize a sentence. Generally, figurative language makes every sentence appear more lovely and meaningful.
THE USE OF SQ3R ON STUDENTS’ ACHIEVEMENT IN READING COMPREHENSION WITH THEIR LEARNING STYLE AT LP3I POLYTECHNIC Fitriani, Rani Ligar; Komala, Siti
Wiralodra English Journal (WEJ) Vol. 8 No. 2 (2024): Wiralodra English Journal (WEJ)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31943/wej.v8i2.285

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This study is prompted by the reality that students' success rate in understanding the reading remains low, necessitating innovation in teaching strategies. The main objective of this study is to evaluate the impact of implementing the SQ3R method on students' reading comprehension. The study aims to analyze students' responses to the SQ3R technique, particularly in the context of their visual learning styles, and to explore students' participation in reading comprehension activities during the use of the SQ3R method. The study design is categorized as a pre-experimental study since it uses a one-group pre-test and post-test. The population under study comprises first-semester students in the Management Informatics program at LP3I Polytechnic, with a total of 33 individuals sampled through random sampling methods. Research instruments include test forms, questionnaires, and observations. Data analysis employs descriptive and inferential techniques. The findings reveal a significant improvement in the students' reading understanding scores from the pre-test (average 65.45) to the post-test (average77.87). Hypothesis analysis confirms that the computed t-value exceeds the critical t-value (8.37 > 2.03), indicating a positive impact of the SQ3R technique intervention on students' reading understanding. The study concludes that the SQ3R approach remarkably enhances students' reading understanding.
THE EFFECTIVENESS OF SELECTED SONGS ON SPOTIFY TO CONTINUOUS TENSES MASTERY THROUGH DEDUCTIVE APPROACH Meisa, Rahma; Ikhsanudin, Ikhsanudin; Rosnija, Eni
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31943/wej.v8i2.286

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This study aims to examine the effect of selected songs on Spotify to continuous tense mastery through a deductive approach. Conducted as a quantitative research employing a pre-experimental design with one group pre-test post-test, it focused on ninth-grade students of SMP Negeri 25 Pontianak Utara in the Academic Year 2023/2024. Data collection involved a multiple-choice test comprising 12 questions, validated and deemed reliable through reliability and validity tests. Results indicated a significant enhancement in students' scores, with a pre-test mean score of 61.79 and a post-test mean score of 91.38. The t-test value of 8.508, surpassing the critical t-table value of 1.701, affirmed the alternative hypothesis. Moreover, the effect size of 1.58 signified strong effectiveness. Consequently, the study concluded that selected Spotify songs effectively facilitate continuous tense mastery through deductive methods. This research highlights opportunities for further exploration, suggesting investigation in diverse educational settings or with different student demographics to validate the efficacy of using selected songs for mastering other grammatical tenses.
THE INFLUENCE OF ENGLISH LANGUAGE EXPOSURE MEDIA ON THE STUDENTS’ SPEAKING ABILITY: A PRE-EXPERIMENTAL STUDY ON GRADE XII IPS OF SMA SANTO FRANSISKUS ASISI PONTIANAK Gres, Etna; Bunau, Eusabinus; Regina, Regina
Wiralodra English Journal (WEJ) Vol. 8 No. 2 (2024): Wiralodra English Journal (WEJ)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31943/wej.v8i2.290

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This research was conducted to find out whether English Language Exposure Media influence students’ speaking ability or not. This research also concentrated on utilizing different types of English language exposure media within the curriculum, including music videos, podcasts, and songs. All of the media were presented in English language to give them the exposure of the language. A pre-experimental design was utilized, incorporating a pre-test, post-test, and two treatment phases. Data were gathered using a measurement technique that involved a speaking test. The research findings revealed that the pre-test score averaged 54.60, while the post-test score averaged 78.33. The mean score difference between the pre-test and post-test was 25.73, indicating an improvement in students' speaking abilities following the treatments. The effect size (ES) was calculated to be 2.38, which is classified as a strong effect (ES > 1.00). The research demonstrated a substantial improvement in students' speaking ability, with a mean score increase from 54.60 to 78.33, indicating the effectiveness of English language exposure media. Future research could explore the long-term impact of English language exposure media on students' speaking skills. Additionally, examining the effectiveness of different types of media and their influence on various language skills would provide a more comprehensive understanding.
PROBLEMS AND PRACTICAL NEEDS IN LEARNING SPEAKING IN HIGHER EDUCATION Rizanti, Baiq Resti; Thohir, Lalu; Apgrianto, Kurniawan
Wiralodra English Journal (WEJ) Vol. 8 No. 2 (2024): Wiralodra English Journal (WEJ)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31943/wej.v8i2.296

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This research aimed to find out the student's problems and practical needs in learning speaking. It employed qualitative methods that gathered responses from 40 out of 233 students in the second semester of the English Department at the University of Mataram. The questionnaire and interview were used to collect the data needed. The questionnaire consisted of 20 questions and was distributed using Google Forms, and the interview utilized 5 questions to elicit more detailed responses from the respondents. The collected data were analyzed systematically through the data reduction, display, and conclusion stages. The findings of this research showed that the students not only had linguistic problems, such as lack of pronunciation, grammatical knowledge, and vocabulary mastery, but they also faced psychological problems including fear of making mistakes, shyness of speaking in front of the class, anxiety, and not having enough confidence. Further, to improve their speaking skills, the students required more practice and exercises inside and outside the classroom with suitable speaking materials for their level. Additionally, focusing on activities rather than just materials and providing constructive feedback whenever they make mistakes will be crucial for their learning.
DEVELOPMENT OF ENGLISH POP-UP BOOK MEDIA TO TEACH WRITING SKILL AT JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Ita, Aida Nur; Rofi'ah, Siti; Makrifah, Istina Atul
Wiralodra English Journal (WEJ) Vol. 8 No. 2 (2024): Wiralodra English Journal (WEJ)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31943/wej.v8i2.298

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This study aims to ensure that the use of Pop-Up Book Media affects the writing abilities of junior high school students. This media focuses with Descriptive Text material to teach writing skill to class VII students. This research use ADDIE model. The sample for this research was class VIIA MTs Sunan Ampel Kediri, totaling 14 students. Data collection was carried out by observation, unstructured interviews with teacher and questionnaires. Data were analyzed using a manual percentage formula. These findings show that the validation percentage of media experts reached 98%, that means "very valid", then the percentage of material validation reached 96%, with means "very valid". The total percentage of student satisfaction questionnaires reached 83.9% which is classified as "Very Satisfied". In conclusion, the use of Pop-Up Book media in learning can increase students' motivation in learning English and increase the creativity of students' in making paragraphs this is immediately effective for developing students' writing skills and the Pop-Up Book learning media is ready to be used by teachers as a learning media.

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