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SALTeL Journal (Southeast Asia Language Teaching and Learning)
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Southeast Asia Language Teaching and Learning (SALTeL) is a double-blind peer-reviewed international journal dedicated to promoting scholarly exchange among teachers and researchers in the field of Language Teaching. The journal is published online twice a year. The scope of SALTeL includes the following fields: theory and practice in language teaching and learning, teaching a second or foreign language, language teachers’ training, and education.
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The Linguistic Features in Egyptian-Authored English Research Article Literature Reviews in Linguistics Rabie, Hend; Boraie, Deena
SALTeL Journal (Southeast Asia Language Teaching and Learning) Vol. 4 No. 1: January 2021
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35307/saltel.v4i1.62

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The current study aims at investigating and comparing the linguistic features of lexical items, tense usage, and voice choice in a sample of ten Egyptian-authored linguistics research article (RA) literature reviews (LRs) in local and international English-medium journals between 2013 and 2019. The paper followed a combination of genre-based and corpus-driven approaches, analyzing the data qualitatively and quantitatively. It adopted the state-of-the-art #LancsBox. The analysis revealed interesting differences between both sub-corpora in the use of lexis, especially in Moves 2 and 3. It was found that lexis varied to reflect the different rhetorical functions of the LR. They also differed in the use of the past simple tense. However, both sub-corpora agreed on using the present simple tense and active voice the most. This paper contributes to the literature by providing a helpful guide for Egyptian and novice researchers to use the linguistic features more appropriately in their LRs. It has pedagogical implications for designing EAP and ESP courses. Further studies on larger corpora are needed to analyze the linguistic features and highlight variations across genres, disciplines, and languages.
Interpersonal Meaning of Mangupa Towards Dalihan Na Tolu Tapanuli Selatan in Medan Daulay, Irma Khoirot
SALTeL Journal (Southeast Asia Language Teaching and Learning) Vol. 4 No. 1: January 2021
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35307/saltel.v4i1.63

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The recent study analyzed the interpersonal meaning of "mangupa" process to obtain the interpretation of language in its function as an exchange of experience. And the interpersonal meaning of the utterances uttered by Dalihan na tolu of Mora, Kahanggi, and Anak boru, show the form of each position and the meaning. This study is qualitative research, which naturally observed the data and analyzed it based on the interpersonal analysis. This research found that the text in mangupa is dominantly realized in statement form. Statements come from giving, information from the source/speaker. And the second is offering; the offer was realized from giving, goods/services from source/ speaker. Mora, kahanggi and anakboru were giving statement in mangupa process of Angkola's wedding ceremony. In addition, these three participants demonstrate their role while Kahanggi as the moderator of the ceremony, anakboru as the helper who takes responsibility for preparing the things needed at every stage of the ceremony, while mora has the authority to provide guidance, suggestion, permission, and rejection at the ceremony.
Remediating the Writing Performance of Struggling Writers through a Self-regulated Strategy Development Approach Rodny Giverson Garcia; Zayda Asuncion
SALTeL Journal (Southeast Asia Language Teaching and Learning) Vol. 5 No. 1: January 2022
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35307/saltel.v5i1.80

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This study explored the writing difficulties of struggling writers and attempted to improve their performance in argumentative writing using Self-Regulated Strategy Development approach (SRSD). Using a diagnostic writing test, 39 senior high school students were identified as struggling writers in a secondary school. The participants were involved in a four-week writing intervention. During the process, they were trained to write using two writing strategies. The scoring of the outputs in the diagnostic and post-tests was mediated by two inter-raters following the criteria on writing performance (Jacobs et al., 1981). Initial results showed that struggling writers tend to perform poorly in all areas of writing performance. But after the intervention, the essay of the participants improved in terms of scores and characteristics. The study further explores the activities that worked during the intervention and the perception of participants towards their writing performance. Finally, implications to teaching argumentative writing to struggling writers are provided based on the intervention process.
The Utilization of MOOCs Using Kahoot and Student Engagement in Digital Learning During Covid-19 Pandemics Rakhmat Wahyudin Sagala; Tri Indah Rezeki
SALTeL Journal (Southeast Asia Language Teaching and Learning) Vol. 5 No. 1: January 2022
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35307/saltel.v5i01.82

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New technology advancements have frequently been credited as holding the potential to cause significant contributions to education. This study contributes to high-quality learning by putting students in real-world e-learning situations while still allowing them to use scientific techniques to complete their project assignments. The subjects of this study were 80 first-year undergraduate students enrolled in the Bahasa Inggris (English) course. The snowball method questionnaire was obtained, and questionnaires were distributed to the students’ WhatsApp groups by performing snowball operational. The Lectures combined virtual face-to-face video conferencing applications on e-learning. Kahoot is an add-on application used. In general, online learning has a positive effect on students’ learning success. However, there are still learning obstacles in academic performance in online learning. On the other hand, learning obstacles occur because of students' limitations in developing themselves or their mental readiness to learn. As a result, digital learning may blend real issues with theoretical concepts in the classroom without neglecting the learning objectives that have been set for student engagement.
EFL Learners’ Self Efficacy and Its Relation to Reading Comprehension in Online Learning Fatin Nadifa Tarigan; Siti Aminah Hasibuan; Lia Agustina Damanik; Rika Wahyuni Tambunan
SALTeL Journal (Southeast Asia Language Teaching and Learning) Vol. 5 No. 1: January 2022
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35307/saltel.v5i1.83

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Self-efficacy plays an influential role in iniating any action  including reading especially in online learning. Reading comprehension, along with all other language skills, has become a big concern in ELT, while self-efficacy is a pyschological aspect that affect the learners’ success in mastering the skill. In this regard, this study attempts to find out whether EFL learners’ self-efficacy affects the learners’ reading comprehension in Universitas Pembinaan Masyarakat Indonesia. The study applied correctional study with quantitative design. Participants in this study were 50 learners of English Education Department. A self-efficacy questionnaire (SEQ) and reading comprehension test were applied to the participants as parts of the correlational research model. The collected quantitative data were analyzed by Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) program. The finding shows that the result of r-calculation for learners’ self-efficacy and their reading score is .765. The score of significance level is < 0.05 (0.000 < 0.05) which means that Ha was accepted and H0 was rejected. This score indicates that there is a positive correlation between the two variables.
A Development of a Word Guessing Game to Enhance Critical Thinking Skills and Learning Motivation for Junior High School Students Watchara Yenprem
SALTeL Journal (Southeast Asia Language Teaching and Learning) Vol. 5 No. 1: January 2022
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35307/saltel.v5i1.86

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The objectives of this study were; 1) to develop the “Word Guessing” game which can improve critical thinking skills and learning motivation of the junior high students, and 2) to evaluate the learning satisfaction of the junior high students towards the “Word Guessing” game in terms of critical thinking skills and learning motivation improvement. The research samples were 50 junior high school students of Watphraphutthabath Khaolukchang School (Phiphitphatthananukroh), Phetchaburi Province, Thailand. The sample group was selected by purposive sampling. A questionnaire with the IOC of 0.90 was used for data collection. From the study, it was found that the “Word Guessing” game presented with PowerPoint software consists of 8 questions with 5 clues that require the students playing in teamwork system to think critically in order to give the correct answers under the set of rules and using the game itself motivates them to like learning. The students had a positive attitude in critical thinking skills and learning motivation improvement at a high level ( =3.94 - 4.62).
Living Self-produced Digital Video as a Convenience for Experiential Learning in Fostering L2 Speaking Skill: A Study of Psycholinguistic from Vocational College Students View Dian Heriani
SALTeL Journal (Southeast Asia Language Teaching and Learning) Vol. 5 No. 1: January 2022
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35307/saltel.v5i1.87

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Learning a language is formed as a cognition process. Ideally, L2 learner engagement and speaking competence for college-level students build 21st-century communication that needs experiential learning. Meanwhile, college students (one academic semester) actively animate them in complex projects with real speaking experiences that indicate the novice L2 learner views speaking skills in the communication context. In addition, students perform reflective activities that revive them articulate the relevance and implications of the experience for continuing learning to link the academic, employability skills and knowledge they generate through these projects. To fill this study discloses a narrative case study that investigates how vocational college students (N=55) develop their experiential learning as a cognition process in learning English and learn 21st-century communication by self-produced video as novice L2 learners. Drawing on the contribution of psycholinguistics' perceptions (cognitive theory) and language exposure of students' experiential learning, focus on speaking skills through a video project. The study concluded that creating practical activities as experiential learning helps novice L2 learners successfully communicate and be aware of a cognitive area in learning English during online learning.
Learning English as A Foreign Language (EFL): A Narratology Abigail B. Quimosing
SALTeL Journal (Southeast Asia Language Teaching and Learning) Vol. 5 No. 2: July 2022
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35307/saltel.v5i2.85

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This study aimed at narrating the lived experiences of a Taiwanese student in learning English as a foreign language, which includes identifying the other means of learning English as a foreign language, the difficulties encountered in learning English as a foreign language and means of overcoming such. This study made use of a qualitative research design, employing a narrative approach, wherein the data were gathered through face-to-face interviews with the participant – a student representative who had been learning English at school since 13. The interview was audiotaped and transcribed, re-transcribed, and re-storied. The study found that other than in formal school, English could be learned through English tutorial classes, reading materials such as books, journals, and magazines in English, making use of internet applications with English as a medium such as Google, Facebook, Yahoo, Instagram, and talk or chat to foreigners. The study also revealed that the learner encountered difficulties in grammar and pronunciations. As observed, the student was not able to communicate in English effectively – with many grammar lapses and mispronunciations. It was further revealed that motivation and constant practice in English communication is seen by the learner as means of overcoming such difficulties. In conclusion, the study drew that foreign language learning is more difficult because exposure to the language is so limited. However, giving more talks to students in the classroom will provide means for students to practice English as a foreign language, as well as exposure to different internet applications with English as a medium.
When Writing Gets Rough: Writing Assistance Towards the Transformation of Educational Landscape Liriolyn Pacursa; Analyn D. Almoite
SALTeL Journal (Southeast Asia Language Teaching and Learning) Vol. 5 No. 2: July 2022
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35307/saltel.v5i2.88

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Writing is one of the skills that has been harmed throughout these tough times of pandemics since students have been unable to strengthen their writing skills. The purpose of this study was to see how well BTLEd students could write the various elements of an argumentative essay in the (Pre-Test) and (Post-Test) phases. The pre-test and post-test essay scores of the 65 BTLEd students were analyzed using a mixed-method technique. The students' degree of competence in writing the various elements of the argumentative essay in their pre-test was described as progressively competent, according to the findings. However, the students' post-test performance improved after they completed their virtual writing intervention. Furthermore, it was noted that there is a significant difference between the pre-test and post-test performance of the respondents. Students' competency in writing must be continuously monitored and evaluated in order to improve their skills in writing argumentative essays.
Tertiary Students’ Strategies and Difficulties in Answering the TOEFL Test Endah Anisa Rahma; Rina Syafitri; Giovanni Oktavinanda; Refanja Rahmatillah; Veni Nella Syahputri
SALTeL Journal (Southeast Asia Language Teaching and Learning) Vol. 5 No. 2: July 2022
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35307/saltel.v5i2.94

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The recent study investigates tertiary students' perspectives on the implementation of the TOEFL benchmark score as a graduation requirement. There were 100 students chosen randomly in this study. Their perspectives were gathered through a questionnaire and an interview to know the students’ strategies and difficulties in answering the TOEFL test. The results showed that most students agree with the TOEFL benchmark as a graduation requirement however they face obstacles in answering the test. From the interview, the result showed that they had difficulties in answering the listening and grammar sections. This resulted in unfamiliarity with foreign sounds and a lack of practice. Besides, students felt that the minimum TOEFL score for the graduation requirement was beyond their ability since most students were not introduced to TOEFL from the beginning of their study. Most students used their strategies in learning TOEFL through searching some materials on the internet as well as from the module they got from English courses. Such strategies help them to increase their ability to improve their TOEFL score.

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