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Acuity : Journal of English Language Pedagogy, Literature and Culture

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Published by Universitas Advent Indonesia

ISSN : 25410229 EISSN : 25410237 DOI : -

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Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media

Journal of English Language Pedagogy, Literature and Culture (Jelpedlic) is the research journal for the Teaching of English, Literature & Culture. It publishes research-based articles, reviews and poems, which reflect on every aspect of English teaching. The journal also considers new developments in literacy, drama, film, literacy studies, literature, language, media, and new technologies as they pertain to the teaching of English.

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Integrating Self-Assessment in Learning Vocabulary: A Quasi Experimental Research at a Vocational High School Rosita, Mila; Thamrin, Nur Sehang; Wahyudin, Wahyudin; Abd Kamaruddin
Acuity: Journal of English Language Pedagogy, Literature and Culture Vol. 10 No. 3 (2025): Acuity: Journal of English Language Pedagogy, Literature and Culture
Publisher : LPPM Universitas Advent Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35974/acuity.v10i3.3931

This study examines the lack of English vocabulary in students, especially in nouns and verbs. This study aims to analyze the effect of self-assessment method on grade XI students of SMK Negeri 1 Mepanga. The research method used was quasi-experimental using pretest-posttest. The research sample consisted of 71 students who were divided into experimental group (34 students) and control group (37 students) as samples using total sampling technique. Data analysis using the Mann-Whitney test (SPSS 24). The Mann-Whitney test is used to compare two independent groups with ordinal or interval data that are not normally distributed. The test results show that the test statistic is 0.001, which is smaller than 0.05, meaning that the null hypothesis is rejected, and the alternative hypothesis is accepted. It can be concluded that there is a significant difference between the control class and the experimental class. This finding shows that the self-assessment method can improve students' English vocabulary. This research contributes to the development of learning strategies that can be applied to build higher order thinking skills in EFL students. The results of this study provide valuable insights for students, teachers, and future researchers.

The Effect of Word Formation Strategy on Eighth-grade Students’ Vocabulary Learning Hidayat, Muizzul; Thamrin, Nur Sehang; Agussatriana, Agussatriana; Arid, Muhammad
Acuity: Journal of English Language Pedagogy, Literature and Culture Vol. 10 No. 3 (2025): Acuity: Journal of English Language Pedagogy, Literature and Culture
Publisher : LPPM Universitas Advent Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35974/acuity.v10i3.3932

This study principally aims to find out whether there is or no effect of Word Formation Strategy on grade eight students’ vocabulary learning. The research samples were taken using purposive sampling, with the total number of samples being 113 students. The research was conducted at SMP Negeri 2 Sirenja. The research methodology adopted was a quasi-experimental research design. To collect the data, the students were given a pre-test and post-test, numbering 30 items. The research data were analyzed using the Mann-Whitney U Test (SPSS 24). The result showed that the test statistic was 0.001, which is less than 0.05, which indicates that the null hypothesis was rejected and the alternative hypothesis was accepted. The findings suggest a significant difference in learning outcomes between the experimental and control groups. This means that the Word Formation Strategy has a significant effect on students’ vocabulary learning.

Assessing the Impact of YouTube Video Tutorials on Procedural Text Writing Skills Ichsan, Ichsan; Darmawan; Eisenring, Moh. Abraham Akbar; Dewi, Anjar Kusuma Dewi
Acuity: Journal of English Language Pedagogy, Literature and Culture Vol. 10 No. 3 (2025): Acuity: Journal of English Language Pedagogy, Literature and Culture
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35974/acuity.v10i3.3938

Objective of the research aims to find out find out whether or not using YouTube video tutorial is effective in improve tenth grade students’ skill in writing procedure text at MAN 2 Kota Palu. Many students have problems achieving this skill for various reasons: limited understanding, lack of vocabulary, low creativity of the students. This research used a quantitative method and quasi-experimental as the research design. The data was collected by taking pre-test and post-test. This study used purposive sampling with the sample was XA as the control group and XB as the experimental group. Based on the result, the post test of experimental class was 75.72, it was lower than control group was 75.76. Therefore, Then, the result of statistical hypothesis testing by using Mann-whitney U showed that 0.857 > 0.05). It means that there was not a significant distinction between the groups. This research conclude that YouTube video tutorials was not effective in improving students’ skill in writing procedure text among tenth grade students at MAN 2 Kota Palu. The suggestions of the research are knowing students' learning style, providing clear guidance, and exploring potential alternatives media.

Improving Eighth Graders' Writing Skills Using Guided Questions at SMP Negeri 20 Palu Sari, Nupita; Manurung, Konder; Lebagi, Desrin; Rofiqoh, Rofiqoh
Acuity: Journal of English Language Pedagogy, Literature and Culture Vol. 10 No. 3 (2025): Acuity: Journal of English Language Pedagogy, Literature and Culture
Publisher : LPPM Universitas Advent Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35974/acuity.v10i3.3945

This study aims to determine whether the guided question technique is effective in improving the writing skills of grade VIII students at SMP Negeri 20 Palu. The researcher used a quasi-experimental research design. The population of this study consisted of 111 class VIII students at SMP Negeri 20 Palu. The sample of this study consisted of class VIII B, an experimental class with 29 students, and class VIII C, a control class with 29 students. The sample selection in this study used simple random sampling. The researcher administered pretests and posttests during data collection. The results showed that the average value of the experimental class students on the posttest (75.29) was significantly higher than that of the control class students (58.62). The significance value (Asymp. 2-tailed) is 0.001, which is smaller than the p-value of 0.05; this indicates that the alternative hypothesis (Ha) is accepted. In conclusion, the guided question technique effectively improved the writing skills of grade VIII students at SMP Negeri 20 Palu.

The Realization of Assertive and Directive Speech Acts in Apple’s Instagram Captions Nanda Alifia; Widhiyanto; Bahri, Saeful
Acuity: Journal of English Language Pedagogy, Literature and Culture Vol. 10 No. 3 (2025): Acuity: Journal of English Language Pedagogy, Literature and Culture
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35974/acuity.v10i3.3950

This research aims to analyze assertive and directive speech acts in “Apple” official account captions on Instagram using Searle’s theory related to environmental topics, particularly those promoting nature. With the increasing role of social media in corporate communication, companies like Apple have leveraged platforms such as Instagram to engage with their audience and raise awareness of important environmental. By examining the language used in Apple's captions, this study aims to explore how the company employs various communication strategies to influence public attitudes and encourage positive behavior toward environmental sustainability. Through a descriptive qualitative approach, 56 speech acts from the 44 captions were analyzed. The most frequently used speech act by Apple’s captions on Instagram is assertive acts, which are used 50 times and they are asserting (38%), stating (28%), informing (22%), describing (8%), claiming and giving opinion (2%) then directive acts only 6 times. It is utilized to inform, motivate, and provoke thought among followers. From the whole result, this research highlights the role of social media in shaping consumer perceptions and fostering environmental responsibility. The findings provide valuable insights into the effectiveness of language as a tool for building trust and ongoing communication to drive environmental action Keywords: Instagram, pragmatic, speech act

Enhancing Ninth-Grade Students’ Vocabulary Through Word Mapping Game at MTs Muhammadiyah Al-Haq Palu Dinarti; Manurung, Konder; Lebagi, Desrin; Thamrin, Nur Sehang
Acuity: Journal of English Language Pedagogy, Literature and Culture Vol. 10 No. 3 (2025): Acuity: Journal of English Language Pedagogy, Literature and Culture
Publisher : LPPM Universitas Advent Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35974/acuity.v10i3.3952

This study aims to determine whether the Word Mapping Game is effective in increasing vocabulary mastery of the ninth-grade students at MTs Muhammadiyah Al-Haq Palu. Students of grade IX participated in this research. Two classes were identified as control and experimental classes in this quasi-experimental research design. The researcher used pretest and posttest to collect data. Then, SPSS version 24 was used to analyze the collected data. The results showed that the mean posttest score of students in the experimental class 77.08 was higher than the mean score in the control class 61.85. Furthermore, based on the results of Mann-Whitney U, the sig (2 tailed) value 0.008 was lower than 0.05. It indicated that the alternative hypothesis was accepted and the null hypothesis was rejected. Therefore, the use of Word Mapping Game can increase the vocabulary mastery of the ninth-grade students at MTs Muhammadiyah Al-Haq Palu.

The Influence of Digital Texts on Eighth Graders' Reading Comprehension Irwanto, Wahyu Risa Arisca; Darmawan; Wahyudin; Aminah
Acuity: Journal of English Language Pedagogy, Literature and Culture Vol. 10 No. 3 (2025): Acuity: Journal of English Language Pedagogy, Literature and Culture
Publisher : LPPM Universitas Advent Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35974/acuity.v10i3.3954

This study aims to determine whether there is a significant influence of digital text on reading comprehension the eighth-grade students of SMP Negeri 20 Palu. This study used a quasi-experimental design, namely 32 students of class VIII A and 29 students of class VIII B, and were classified into experimental and control classes. The experimental class was taught using digital text while the control class was taught using printed text. In addition, this study was conducted through the following procedures: pre-test, treatment, and post-test. Data were collected through a reading test. There was a significant difference between students who were taught using digital text and those who were taught using printed text. This can be seen from the results of the post-test. The mean score in the experimental class is 81.77 and the mean score in the control class is 70.35. The data were analyzed using inferential statistics, including the independent sample t-test. From the results of the t-test, a significance value of 0.000 was obtained which was smaller than the standard significance value, meaning that the null hypothesis (H₀) was rejected and the alternative hypothesis (Hₐ) was accepted. Finally, it can be concluded that digital text is effective for reading comprehension.

Effect of Contextual Teaching and Learning Approach on Tenth Graders’ Writing Skills Rahma, Aulia; Darmawan; Lebagi, Desrin; Marhum, Mochtar
Acuity: Journal of English Language Pedagogy, Literature and Culture Vol. 10 No. 3 (2025): Acuity: Journal of English Language Pedagogy, Literature and Culture
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35974/acuity.v10i3.3957

The objective of this research is to examine the effectiveness of contextual teaching and learning (CTL) approach to improve writing skill of the tenth grade students at MAN Insan Cendekia Kota Palu. The research employs pre- experimental research design. The population of this research is Grade X students at MAN Insan Cendekia Kota Palu, and the sample is Grade X Al-Qolam, consisting of 20 students. The researcher employs purposive sampling technique and takes one-group pre-test and post-test. The pre-test is administered to assess the student’s writing ability through the CTL Approach and to determine whether the class is equal or not in terms of their writing achievement before the treatment is given, and the post-test is used to administer students’ writing skill achievement after receiving the treatment. The result of the data analysis indicates that there is a significant difference in the students’ achievement in pre-test and post-test. It shows that the mean score of pre-test is ( 60.59) and the mean score of post-test is (76.33). The sig value (Asymp. 2-tailed) is 0.000, which is smaller than the p-value = 0.05, indicating that the alternative hypothesis (Ha) is accepted. Thus, the contextual teaching and learning approach is effective in improving the writing skill of grade X students at MAN Insan Cendekia Kota Palu.

Investigating Pre-Service Teachers’ Perceptions of Native and Non-Native English Educators and Speakerism Putri Adinda Pratiwi; Rahmah Fithriani
Acuity: Journal of English Language Pedagogy, Literature and Culture Vol. 11 No. 1 (2026): Acuity: Journal of English Language Pedagogy, Literature and Culture
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35974/acuity.v11i1.3963

English as a lingua franca (EFL) and World Englishes (WEs) challenge traditional English language teaching paradigms that centred around native-speaker norms, often rooted in the ideology of native speakerism, a persuasive ideology in English language teaching, often leading to biases against No-native English Speaker Teachers (NNESTs). This study aims to understand pre-service English speaker teachers' overall attitudes toward NESTs and NNESTs and explore the factors influencing pre-service English teachers’ preferences. 15 pre-service English teachers in their fifth semester participated in this descriptive qualitative method, which was collected from the questionnaires and interviews. The results show positive attitudes towards NESTs and NNESTs, with a slightly negative attitude towards NNESTs in teaching pronunciation due to native speakerism. In terms of pedagogy, NESTs are engaging and varied in approach, while NNESTs are monotonous but provide bilingual support. Culturally, NESTs provide first-hand exposure, but NNESTs highlight global English diversity. Linguistically, students prefer NESTs for genuine pronunciation of authentic language elements such as slang. These findings reveal there is a tendency for native-speakerism with evidence from participants’ responses. Further studies can expand this research by looking into ways to reduce biases and improve teamwork between NESTs and NNESTs.

Influencers of Students’ English Language Speaking Proficiency: A Structural Equation Modeling Study Hendriks, Anne Lou
Acuity: Journal of English Language Pedagogy, Literature and Culture Vol. 10 No. 3 (2025): Acuity: Journal of English Language Pedagogy, Literature and Culture
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35974/acuity.v10i3.3964

The influence of the English language has increased the need for English language proficiency. Derived from the typical challenges to English language speaking proficiency (ELSP) of Indonesian students in West Indonesia, this study aimed to examine the relationships of the influencers of ELSP (motivation, language anxiety, environmental support, teachers’ communicative competence, assessment, and teaching strategies) to understand better the related problems in speaking English. It also sought the best predictive model of ELSP that may help English language learners in West Indonesia. After employing a postpositivist research paradigm, a correlational research design was used to obtain the perceptions of 251 simple randomly selected university students from West Indonesia. To gather data, 6 dependent variables were measured using 4 modified scales and 2 researcher-constructed scales. The students’ ELSP (dependent variable) was measured using their English Language 3 speaking scores. The final data analysis used Pearson’s r correlation and Structural Equation Modeling. Results revealed that none of the influencers had a significant correlation with ELSP. The data collected did not support the proposed conceptual framework and the theories used in this study. Such results find the need for alternative ways to enhance the ELSP of university students in West Indonesia. This study can be replicated with different samples to identify the causes of the mismatch of theories used in this study, since Indonesia has not officially accepted English as a second language.

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