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PROJECT (Professional Journal of English Education)
ISSN : 26146320     EISSN : 26146320     DOI : -
Core Subject : Education,
Focus PROJECT (Professional Journal of English Education) is a media for diseminating the result of research about language and education in English Education. Scope PROJECT (Professional Journal of English Education) publishes the research article in language, and education in English Education.
Arjuna Subject : Umum - Umum
Articles 1,165 Documents
Digital Storytelling and EFL Students’ Engagement in Developing Speaking Skills Ramadanti, Nisrina; Ridwan, Iwan; Saefullah, Hilmansyah
PROJECT (Professional Journal of English Education) Vol. 9 No. 2 (2026): VOLUME 9 NUMBER 2, MARCH 2026
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This study aimed to explore the students’ behavioral, cognitive, and emotional engagement in English speaking learning through the digital storytelling (DST) project. This case study research was conducted at a private senior high school in Karawang, West Java. The participants in this study were 14 eleventh-grade students. The data were collected by observation, interview, and students’ reflective journals. Six of the fourteen students voluntarily participated in the interview to obtain their views on the DST project. The results of the study revealed that students showed positive responses in behavioral engagement because they completed their project and constantly paid full attention in class. Secondly, the DST project also cognitively involved the students, both in speaking skills and in using technology. Finally, the students' emotional engagement was positive during this DST project, as they felt happy sharing their hobbies through a digital platform.
Figurative Language in Ten British Council Learnenglish Kids’ Stories Riandana, Martinus Hergirico; Bram, Barli
PROJECT (Professional Journal of English Education) Vol. 9 No. 2 (2026): VOLUME 9 NUMBER 2, MARCH 2026
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Figurative language are exposed in British Council LearnEnglish Kids stories. The use of figurative language in the stories required interpretation to understand its literal meaning. Ten stories of British Council LearnEnglish Kids were chosen to be analysed. The objective is to interpret the figurative language into the literal meanings, aiding young readers’ understanding. Descriptive qualitative as a method to write the findings and document analysis as an approach to analyse the data were employed to address the research question. In total, twenty-six figurative language were found in ten printed British Council LearnEnglish Kids stories. Limited figurative language was found since the authors mostly used a direct language to avoid confusion. The figurative language found were eighteen personifications, six hyperboles, one irony, and one apostrophe. Personification is the predominant type of figurative language. This study contributes to help readers, particularly young readers to understand the figurative language available in the stories provided by British Council LearnEnglish Kids website.
Preserving Cultural Words: Direct Translation Applied in Relay Translation of Folklore Rahmani, Irfa Luthfia; Syafaat, Pangeran Muhammad Faqih
PROJECT (Professional Journal of English Education) Vol. 9 No. 2 (2026): VOLUME 9 NUMBER 2, MARCH 2026
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Translating cultural word has become the phenomenal issues in translation. Many researches have focused on finding the accurate strategy to translate it. This study discussed the specific strategy that the translator can use to preserve the cultural words in the translation text especially in relay translation. It aims to see the ideological aspect in translation that is essential for evaluating discrepancies in cultural contexts. The descriptive qualitative research is employed on this research to analyze the cultural words and direct translation technique in the Anthology of Batu Bara Folklore. It consists three languages such as Malay, Bahasa Indonesia, and English that was translated using relay translation technique. The results showed that there are 108 cultural words found in the data. It is divided into 52 data (48%) of material culture, 30 data (28%) of social organization, 18 data (17%) of ecology, 4 data (4%) of social culture and gestures habits. Moreover, there are 98 data that use direct translation in the translation from Malay into Bahasa Indonesia and 88 data that use the same technique in Bahasa Indonesia into English text. It can be concluded there are more than 80% data that the meaning is being preserved by the translator.
The Effect of Guessing Game on Students’ Vocabulary Acquisition at FLC Selong Usuluddin; Dwimaulani, Astrid; Putri, Nurhidayatika; Wati, Laila
PROJECT (Professional Journal of English Education) Vol. 9 No. 2 (2026): VOLUME 9 NUMBER 2, MARCH 2026
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Vocabulary is an important component in language acquisition, but many beginner students still have difficulty in remembering and using vocabulary in real contexts. Therefore, The objective of the current research is to evaluate how effective the Guessing Game at the Foreign Language Center (FLC) Selong helps students expand their vocabulary in English. This study utilized a quantitative approach with a single group pre-test and post-test design.  20 Level 1 learners that were purposefully chosen made up the research sample. The instrument used was vocabulary tests. According to the findings, students' pre-test average score was 66.50, yet their post-test average score rose to 77.00.  The results of the paired sample t-test revealed a significant difference between the pre-test and post-test, with a significance value (Sig. 2-tailed) of 0.000 <0.05. Thus, it can be concluded that the use of Guessing Game was significantly effective in improving students' mastery of English vocabulary. In addition, students showed a positive response to the game-based learning activities as it was considered fun, lowered anxiety, and increased their confidence in using vocabulary.
English Students’ Learning Motivation in Rural Senior High School Septiana, Safira; Surayya, Siti Ayu; Husnu, Muhammad; Agustina, Yulia
PROJECT (Professional Journal of English Education) Vol. 9 No. 2 (2026): VOLUME 9 NUMBER 2, MARCH 2026
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This research investigates the underlying reasons why grade XI students at MA NWDI Lepak, a senior high school in rural East Lombok Regency, are motivated to learn English. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews and document analysis using a qualitative approach with case studies.  The theme analysis method developed by Braun and Clarke (2006) was used to analyze this study. The results show that students' learning motivation is influenced by two main factors: (1) students' sociocultural and identity factors, such as support from teachers, peers, and perceptions of English in the community; and (2) strong future goals, such as career aspirations and educational expectations, which are the main drivers of their motivation. These results support socio-cultural identity theory and potential-based achievement goal theory, which emphasize that students' motivation is influenced by their thoughts about their future potential in their social and cultural contexts.  It is hoped that this research will help teachers, schools and policy makers create effective and contextualized English learning strategies for students in rural areas.
Students’ Difficulties in Stressing Four-Syllable Words: An Exploratory Study at the English Department, Hamzanwadi University Rohmi, Ni’matur; Marzuki, M. Junaidi; Agustina, Yulia; Husnu, Muhammad
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This study aims to explore the ability and awareness of students regarding word stress, specifically on four-syllable words. The subjects of this research were eight fourth-semester students from the English Language Education study program who had completed the morphology course. The participants were randomly selected from various classes. This study employed a qualitative approach using semi-structured tests and interviews as data collection methods, conducted in person. The findings indicate that most participants have limited ability in correctly placing word stress on four-syllable words. Common errors occurred due to a lack of understanding of morphological rules, especially those related to prefixes and suffixes that influence stress placement. The participants' awareness of the importance of word stress in communication also varied; some were aware of its function, while others considered it insignificant. The study concludes that despite having received morphology instruction, students still face challenges in applying the concept of word stress practically. The implications of these findings highlight the need for a deeper focus on word stress exercises, particularly in the context of phonology and morphology, to enhance students' skills and awareness in English pronunciation.
The Use of English Narratives in Promoting Banggai Coastal Culture Through Cultural Tourism Lampadjoa, Faradifa Sudirman; Laya, Agustian; Akbar, Filla; Sabbu, Sukma Widya Sasmi
PROJECT (Professional Journal of English Education) Vol. 9 No. 2 (2026): VOLUME 9 NUMBER 2, MARCH 2026
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Tourism serves not only as an economic driver but also as a medium for preserving and transmitting cultural identity. In Banggai, Central Sulawesi, coastal traditions and rituals such as Molabot Tumpe and lobe fishing embody rich local wisdom with strong potential for cultural tourism. However, linguistic limitations and inconsistent English representation have hindered effective promotion at the global level. This study explores how English narratives are constructed and utilized to promote Banggai’s coastal culture. A qualitative descriptive approach was employed, involving semi-structured interviews with three key informants: a cultural expert, a tour guide, and a tourism practitioner, supported by document analysis of brochures, websites, social media content, and promotional videos.  Data were analyzed thematically and through discourse analysis to examine diction, narrative style, and structure. The results identify five dominant forms of English narratives: comparison, descriptive-promotional, personal invitation, experiential-practical, and cultural awareness. These narratives effectively convey ceremonial, culinary, and social aspects of Banggai’s culture but underrepresent expressive heritage such as songs, dances, and oral storytelling. The findings also reveal challenges in linguistic competence, cultural translation, and stakeholder collaboration. Overall, the study highlights that English narratives act as cultural mediators that enhance Banggai’s visibility, authenticity, and sustainability in global tourism. By emphasizing narrative competence and intercultural collaboration, this research contributes to developing English-for-Tourism practices that support both cultural preservation and destination branding.
English Students’ Difficulties and Strategies in Comprehending Journal Articles Panggabean, Amalda Syahraemy; Mahdum; Daud, Afrianto
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This research explores the difficulties and the strategies faced by second-year students of the English Study Program at FKIP Universitas Riau in comprehending English journal articles. A descriptive quantitative approach was employed in this study, utilizing a sample of 77 fourth-semester students chosen through cluster random sampling. Data was collected through a questionnaire using a four-point Likert scale, designed to measure two variables: students' difficulties and strategies in comprehending journal articles. The results indicate that the main difficulties experienced by students include inability to use effective reading strategies, limited academic vocabulary, and lack of familiarity with the journal article format. Meanwhile, the strategy most used by students is Problem-Solving Strategies (PROB), followed by Global Reading Strategies (GLOB), and Support Strategies (SUP). These findings highlight that improving students’ mastery of academic vocabulary, familiarity with journal structures, and strategic reading skills is essential to enhancing their comprehension of academic texts. 
Exploring Similarities Between AI-Generated Writing and Students’ Writing in Producing Descriptive Text at Hamzanwadi University Reswita, Firna; Nazri, M. Adib; Marzuki, M. Junaidi; Prasetyaningrum, Ari
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This study explores the similarities between descriptive texts written by second-semester English education students at Hamzanwadi University and a text generated by ChatGPT in response to the same writing prompt. Using a qualitative descriptive method, seven student texts selected from fifteen submissions and one AI-generated text were analyzed with the IELTS Writing Band Descriptors, focusing on Task Response, Coherence and Cohesion, Lexical Resource, and Grammatical Range and Accuracy. The findings indicate that both texts shared similarities in addressing the task, maintaining coherence, using descriptive vocabulary, and applying varied sentence structures, although the AI-generated text demonstrated greater lexical variety and fewer grammatical errors. These results suggest that AI-generated writing can serve as a supplementary model for students in developing descriptive writing skills, while teacher guidance remains crucial to ensure critical and effective use of AI tools.
Self-Talk Strategy: A Qualitative Investigation in Building English Speaking Skill Usuluddin; Dwimaulani, Astrid; Mawarni, Iga Anggi; Marzuki, M. Junaidi
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This study investigates the types of self-talk and students' perceptions of the impact of using self-talk in building their English-speaking skills. By using a qualitative descriptive approach, data were collected through questionnaires, semi-structured interviews, and observations with six second-semester students of the English language education program at Universitas Hamzanwadi. The findings reveal that students used two types of self-talk strategies to build their English-speaking skills, which are instructional self-talk and motivational self-talk. Students viewed self-talk as an effective strategy to support technical preparation for speaking, reduce anxiety, and increase self-confidence. The benefits of using self-talk include reduced anxiety and nervousness, increased confidence, motivation, fluency, and skills, as well as creating space for self-practice. Thus, it can be concluded that self-talk is proven to be a solution for regulating affective and cognitive aspects in order to build English speaking skills.

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