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English Journal
ISSN : 18583490     EISSN : 26543400     DOI : http://dx.doi.org/10.32832/english
Core Subject : Education,
1) Foreign, Indonesian, vernacular, and Malay language learning, 2) Linguistics; (3) Applied linguistics, and 4) Literature and its teaching and learning. All articles sent to our journal should have never been published or sent to other journals.
Arjuna Subject : Umum - Umum
Articles 133 Documents
NEED ANALYSIS OF ENGLISH LANGUAGE SKILL FOR HOTEL FRONT OFFICE STAFF IN THE MOUNT BROMO TOURISM AREA Kamarang, Apliandi; Zainuddin; Lestari, Wahyu
ENGLISH Vol 19 No 2 (2025)
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This study aims to analyze the English language needs required by front office hotel staff in the tourist area of Mount Bromo, Probolinggo. The background of this research lies in the importance of English communication competence for hospitality workers in serving international tourists, particularly in major tourist destinations such as Bromo. A descriptive qualitative approach was employed, with data collected through in-depth interviews, field observations, and questionnaires administered to hotel staff and front office managers. The findings indicate that the primary language needs include skills in greeting, reservation handling, check-in/out procedures, giving directions, and handling complaints within the context of hotel services. Furthermore, it was found that most staff has not received structured English training nor accessed context-relevant learning materials. These findings highlight the need for developing English training programs based on real workplace situations and integrating ESP (English for Specific Purposes) content into tourism training in the Probolinggo region. The results of this study can directly inform the development of targeted English training modules, support policy initiatives for workforce upskilling in the tourism sector, and guide the integration of ESP-based content into vocational curricula for hospitality education.
SOCIAL CONFLICT IN CUSTOMS AND VALUES: A CONTENT ANALYSIS OF INDONESIAN JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL ENGLISH TEXTBOOKS Alamsyah, Ajar; Sri Ardiasih, Lidwina; Puspitasari, Maya
ENGLISH Vol 19 No 2 (2025)
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The background of this research is the assumption that a gap exists, causing cultural conflict represented by Customs and Values (Culture) in English textbooks used in Junior High Schools, especially in grade 7. Therefore, the purpose of this research is to determine whether the gap is indeed true. Moreover, it will also be clear why the gap occurs and what the solution to the problem is. The research method employed is a qualitative approach using a content analysis research instrument to analyse the visualisations contained in English textbooks for grade 7 students in Junior High School. The visualisations are obtained from two selected English textbooks, namely English for Nusantara and English in Mind. The results of the study revealed social conflict in English textbooks used by 7th-grade junior high school students in the Customs and Values entity, which is part of the Culture sector. Based on a comprehensive data analysis, this study provides several conclusions. Referring to Berelson's content analysis steps, there was social conflict in terms of customs and values ​​in both English textbooks, namely English for Nusantara and English in Mind. After comparison, social conflict related to customs occurred more frequently than others, with a percentage of around 70% to 30%. Therefore, social conflict arose in both customs and values. This study contributes to the discourse on culturally sensitive English language teaching, offering practical guidance for curriculum designers, educators, and policymakers to enhance intercultural competence and contextual relevance in language learning.
VOCABULARY LEARNING THROUGH STUDENT-GENERATED GLOSSARIES IN EFL CLASSROOM Niwayan Sukraini; Pratika, Dellis; Cendikia Flory Aristia
ENGLISH Vol 19 No 2 (2025)
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This study investigated vocabulary acquisition in an EFL classroom through student-generated glossaries, asking: which parts of speech students prefer, which semantic domains dominate, and how accurately and complexly students use target words in example sentences. Using purposive sampling, a descriptive content analysis was conducted on glossaries from three first-semester undergraduates. Entries and example sentences were coded in NVivo for part of speech, semantic domain, grammatical accuracy (error type), and sentence complexity; pilot coding and reliability checks informed the final codebook. Results showed nouns predominated (231 references), and high-frequency domains included idioms, people/relationships, technology, travel, and healthcare (390 references overall). Of 364 example sentences, simple sentences were most common (245), with complex (72), compound (38), and compound-complex (9) less frequent. Across sentences, 83 grammatical errors were identified, most often comma splices (10), missing verbs (9), and unclear meaning (9). These findings indicate learners' preference towards simple forms and struggle with clause boundary punctuation, verb form, and meaning clarity, underscoring the need for instruction that integrates form–meaning–use and sentence-level practice. Future research should enlarge the sample, examine proficiency and L1 effects, and test interventions that pair glossary building with guided example-sentence construction and feedback.
INTEGRATING EREADINGWORKSHEETS.COM FOR STRATEGIC READING IN EFL: TEACHERS’ PERCEPTIONS, CHALLENGES, AND MEDIATION Buana, Randi; Sri Ardiasih, Lidwina; Bachtiar
ENGLISH Vol 19 No 2 (2025)
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Digital reading platforms have transformed the landscape of language instruction, particularly within the English as a Foreign Language (EFL) context, where traditional methods often fall short in meeting diverse learner needs. Grounded in sociocognitive and constructivist perspectives on digital literacy, this study explores how EreadingWorksheets.com enhances strategic reading comprehension and scaffolds metacognitive engagement in an Indonesian EFL program. Specifically, the research aims to investigate teachers’ perceptions of the platform’s effectiveness and the challenges and benefits experienced during its integration in the English Garden Course. Employing a qualitative case study design, data were collected through semi-structured interviews, classroom observations, and document analysis involving twelve adolescent learners and their instructors. Thematic analysis revealed that teachers perceived the platform as effective for differentiated instruction and student motivation, while also observing improvements in learners’ strategy use. However, challenges related to cultural mismatches in content, limited digital access, and curriculum misalignment were also reported. These findings suggest that while EreadingWorksheets.com offers significant pedagogical affordances, its effectiveness depends on teacher mediation and contextual adaptation. The study underscores the critical role of educators in optimizing digital tools and provides practical insights for the design of technology-enhanced reading instruction that promotes cognitive depth and literacy equity in EFL classrooms.
ENHANCING EFL STUDENTS’ SPEAKING FLUENCY THROUGH TASK-BASED LANGUAGE TEACHING WITH FOREIGN TOURISTS IN YOGYAKARTA Surahman, Dede; Ma’sum, Iin Inayah
ENGLISH Vol 19 No 2 (2025)
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This study explores the implementation of Task-Based Language Teaching (TBLT) in authentic field interactions between Indonesian university students and a foreign tourist in Yogyakarta. The research aimed to explore (1) students’ perceptions of TBLT activities, (2) the effectiveness of task-based interaction in enhancing speaking fluency, and (3) tourist’s responses to Yogyakarta’s cultural diversity. Participants consisted of two undergraduate students from the English Language Education Department and one foreign tourist visiting Yogyakarta. The present study used a qualitative case study where the data were collected through field interviews, direct lecturer observation, video documentation, and student reflection journals, and analyzed using methodological and source triangulation. Findings show that students perceived TBLT as challenging but beneficial, enabling them to apply classroom theory into real communicative practice while building confidence. The activities proved effective in developing fluency, as students were able to sustain natural interaction, employ communication strategies, and reflect positively on their progress. The tourist responded warmly, emphasizing Yogyakarta’s cultural richness, culinary heritage, and hospitality, which fostered intercultural dialogue. The study concludes that TBLT not only promotes linguistic gains but also enhances intercultural competence, with students acting as cultural ambassadors in authentic encounters. Future research is recommended to involve a larger participant base and diverse tourist sites to broaden the scope of findings.
PROJECT-BASED LEARNING IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE TEACHING: DOES IT PROMOTE STUDENTS’ HIGHER-ORDER THINKING SKILLS? Nurmayasari, Eva; Suciyati Ummu Habibah; Maulidia Rachmawati Nur; Enni Erawati Saragih
ENGLISH Vol 19 No 2 (2025)
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ABSTRACT This study explores teachers’ perceptions of Project-Based Learning in English language teaching to promote Higher-Order Thinking Skills. Using a qualitative case study design, the research involved three junior high school teachers in Bogor Regency, selected through purposive sampling. Data was collected via open-ended questionnaires and semi-structured interviews. Findings showed that teachers viewed project-based learning as a student-centered approach emphasizing real-world relevance, collaboration, product creation, and contextual learning. Implementation included planning, scaffolding, group work, facilitation, and feedback. Teachers reported that project-based learning fostered higher-order thinking skills by encouraging critical analysis, creativity, and reflection, although challenges such as time constraints and diverse student abilities remained. The study underscores the need for teacher readiness, resources, and contextualized instruction to optimize project-based learning in promoting higher-order thinking skills. Keywords: Project-Based Learning, Higher-Order Thinking Skills, Teacher Perception, Case Study
COLLABORATIVE VIDEO PROJECTS IN EDUCATIONAL CONTEXT: EXPLORING THE OUTPUT OF GRAMMAR LEARNING Hustiana, Hustiana; Bahtiar, Muflihah; Meiliza, Zuhra
ENGLISH Vol 18 No 1 (2024)
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This research endeavored to represent the results of students' grammar learning as recapitulated in the Collaborative video project. It strived to find out whether students were able to adapt the context of the video content with the usage of grammar itself. This was a qualitative case study research that departed from the results of the researcher's observations in class where students still have grammar scores below 70 and many students still duplicated sentences from the internet if requested to create a sentence using certain tenses in class. This research method was a descriptive analysis where the researcher transcribed utterances in three randomly selected videos and then categorized them into materials that have been studied in class over fourteen meetings. It was discovered that the three videos used more simple present tense and past tense. Meanwhile, material that never appeared in the video at all were past continuous and past perfect continuous. There were 33 simple present tense utterances in the first video, 18 utterances in the second video, and 6 utterances in the third video. Meanwhile, past tense utterance were 5 sentences in the first video, 9 sentences in the second video, and 6 sentences in the third video. The results of this collaborative video can increase students' creativity in adapting conditions to the use of grammar and can increase their vocabulary used in grammar. This research can be used as a reference for future researchers who desire to do something comparable by exploring different grammar points. Apart from that, this video projects can be used as a medium for further grammar learning. Keywords: Collaborative Video Project, Educational Context, Grammar Learning
POSTHUMANISM PERSPECTIVE ON ONLINE PARAPHRASING TOOL IN ACADEMIC WRITING WORKS Ulfah, Badriyah
ENGLISH Vol 18 No 1 (2024)
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A substantial portion of the post-humanist argument centers on the ways the domain of convergent technologies transcends, improves, and prolongs life through a range of mind and body enhancements. English lecturers, for example, inadvertently involve technology application assistance in the production of their research articles. Therefore, this study aims (1) to investigate the EFL lecturers’ beliefs toward the use of paraphrasing tools for publishing their research article based on Gladden (2016) framework of Posthumanism, and (2) to find out how they see the impact of paraphrasing tools on their students’ academic writing and intellectual creativity on the writing through a posthumanism lens. 23 EFL lecturers who have experience publishing academic papers and also part of faculty members in their affiliation university would be given a questionnaire consisted opened and closed ended questions for data collection. The data was analyzed and presented qualitatively. The results indicate that the lecturers’ views were containing the analytic and synthetic typology of posthumanism and the use of paraphrasing tools can have both positive and negative impacts on academic writing and intellectual creativity. Hence, the lecturers suggest that students should be taught about the ethics and boundaries of using paraphrasing tools and should be encouraged to develop their own ideas
STUDENTS’ LISTENING HABITS TO ENGLISH SONGS AND THEIR VOCABULARY MASTERY Muntuan, Yeyen Y; Sengkey, Virginia Gabrella
ENGLISH Vol 18 No 1 (2024)
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This study aimed to determine the level of students' listening habits to English songs and their level of vocabulary mastery. In addition, this study also aimed to determine whether there is a significant correlation between students’ listening habits to English songs and their vocabulary mastery. The methods used in this research were descriptive and correlation. The instrument used in this study was a questionnaire adapted from Yi-Chun Chen cited in Setia (2022), and the vocabulary test is adapted from Nation cited in Setia (2022). This research included 63 grades VII, VIII, and IX students at a public junior high school in Minahasa, North Sulawesi. The results showed that the level of students’ listening habits to English songs was 59, which is in the moderate category. Secondly, the students’ vocabulary mastery level was 14.37, which is in the very low category. Lastly, this study showed that there was no significant correlation between students’ listening habits to English songs and their vocabulary mastery. Therefore, further investigation needs to be conducted to identify the variables significantly correlating with the students’ vocabulary mastery.
Crossing the Boundaries: Challenging Witches’ Stereotypical Marginalization in Multimedia Fiction and Nonfiction Texts Rahayu, Nurhadianty; Pahlevi, Reza; Rahmawanti, Movi Riana
ENGLISH Vol 18 No 1 (2024)
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This study attempts to critically explore the representation of witches in two genres of text, i.e. popular animated movie Spirited Away and a historical essay published on history.com. Critical Discourse Analysis and Critical-feminist Approach to Marx’s ‘primitive accumulation’ are incorporated as the guiding framework in the data analysis process. Findings showcase that the representation of witches in animated movie highlights the criticism of capitalist disruption of Japanese gender roles as can be seen from the ambivalent characters of the movie’s main witch antagonist, Yubaba and her twin sister Zeniba. Furthermore, in the historical essay, findings portray that witches’ representation in historical article does not guarantee that they are free from marginalizing and stereotypical accusation. Even though the highlight is on the severe state-sponsored punishment and disciplining toward women’s body during the great witch hunt, the actors exerting power are made invisible, resulting in the perpetuation of unjust power balance within the society. Keywords: critical discourse analysis, critical feminist perspective, Marx’s primitive accumulation, witches’ representation