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Journal of English Language Teaching and Cultural Studies
ISSN : 26230003     EISSN : 27216985     DOI : -
The aim of this journal is to publish high-quality articles in the field of English Education, English linguistics, English Literature, and Culture. The journal invites scientists, lecturers, teachers, practitioners throughout the world to disseminate theoretical and practice-oriented topics of English language studies which cover but not limited to: English Language Teaching, Curriculum and Material Development, English Language Testing and Evaluation, ICT in English Language Teaching, English for Specific Purposes, Linguistics and Translation, English Literature, Discourse Analysis, and Culture and Gender Study.
Articles 97 Documents
The Effectiveness of Using Minimal Pairs towards Students' Pronunciation Mastery Bilqisti Rakat; Ika Handayani; Delsa Miranty
Journal of English Language Teaching and Cultural Studies Vol 7, No 1 (2024): March 2024
Publisher : English Education Department, Postgraduate, Universitas Sultan Ageng Tirtayasa, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.48181/jelts.v7i1.22262

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Pronunciation is essential in communication It can avoid misunderstandings. However, many students have difficulty pronouncing English words. Students in the eleventh grade of SMA Nur El Falah had problems with pronunciation. This research aimed to determine whether minimal pairs is effective towards students’ pronunciation mastery at the eleventh grade of SMA Nur El Falah. This research was located at SMA Nur El in Kubang, Serang District. This research's sample comprised forty-four eleventh-grade students. This research employed a quantitative method using a quasi-experimental with a non-equivalent (Pre-test and Post-test) control group design. The data collecting technique used testing (pre- and post-test), recording, and documenting. The data analysis technique used was statistical calculation analysis using IBM SPSS 25. The findings revealed that minimal pairs was effective towards students’ pronunciation mastery at the eleventh grade of SMA Nur El Falah. It was demonstrated by the value of the Man Whitney-U test that showed 0.000 < 0.05 means alternative hypothesis was accepted. Therefore, this indicated that minimal pairs was effective towards students’ pronunciation mastery at the eleventh grade of SMA Nur El Falah.
The Influence of Using Chatbot Towards Junior High School Students’ Vocabulary Mastery Ramdhani, Muhamad; Juniardi, Yudi; Miranty, Delsa
Journal of English Language Teaching and Cultural Studies Vol 7, No 2 (2024): September 2024
Publisher : English Education Department, Postgraduate, Universitas Sultan Ageng Tirtayasa, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.48181/jelts.v7i2.26013

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This research aimed to determine the influence of using chatbot on students’ vocabulary mastery in class VII SMPN 13 Cirebon. This research used quantitative research method by implementing quasi-experimental research design. The participants in this study were 48 students from two classes. VII E served as experimental class and VII D control class. This research used purposive cluster sampling as the sampling technique. This research used a test as an instrument and is analyzed by using IBM SPSS 25. The research finding showed that the post-test mean score in experimental class was higher than control class (70,00 > 68,96). This result means students’ vocabulary mastery improving in experiment class was better than control class. Furthermore, the t-test result showed that sig (2-tailed) was less than 0,05 (0,029 < 0,050). This result meant null hypothesis (H0) was rejected and alternative hypothesis (Ha) was accepted. In addition, there is low effect in using Chatbot towards junior high school students’ vocabulary mastery. Therefore, this indicated that there was an influence of using chatbot on seventh-grade students’ vocabulary mastery at SMPN 13 Cirebon.
Investigating the Use of Peer Feedback as a Strategy in Teaching Descriptive Text Oktaviani, Helda; Azis, Abdul; Juniardi, Yudi
Journal of English Language Teaching and Cultural Studies Vol 7, No 2 (2024): September 2024
Publisher : English Education Department, Postgraduate, Universitas Sultan Ageng Tirtayasa, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.48181/jelts.v7i2.25731

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This study aims to investigate the use of peer feedback strategy in teaching descriptive text writing in XI-5 students at SMAN 10 Pandeglang by using a qualitative case study approach. Data collection methods include classroom observation and semi-structured interviews with students and teacher. Classroom observation was conducted to observe the implementation process of peer feedback directly in the classroom while learning descriptive text writing. Furthermore, semi-structured interviews were conducted individually with several students and teachers involved in the study. The interviews with students aimed to explore their perceptions and challenges using peer feedback, and their impact on writing quality and learning motivation. Meanwhile, interviews with teachers focused on the approach used in implementing peer feedback, the obstacles faced, and their views on the strategy's effectiveness. The results showed that peer feedback helped students develop better descriptive text-writing skills, especially regarding word selection, idea organization, and description sharpness.
Using Voice Over (VO) in Creating Materials for Teaching Speaking Skills Fitria, Tira Nur
Journal of English Language Teaching and Cultural Studies Vol 7, No 2 (2024): September 2024
Publisher : English Education Department, Postgraduate, Universitas Sultan Ageng Tirtayasa, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.48181/jelts.v7i2.27942

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This research describes the use of Voice Over (VO) techniques in creating teaching materials for teaching speaking skills. This research is descriptive qualitative. The analysis shows that Voice Over (VO) technique in teaching English Speaking encompasses a broad range of contexts to focus on language proficiency and practical communication skills. This prepares students to navigate diverse real-life interactions encountered in daily life. Teachers utilize VO techniques to narrate dialogues and narratives, introduce vocabulary, and enhance pronunciation and intonation skills. They can separate recordings to focus on skill development and integrate learning into everyday contexts, grammar explanations, and create immersive experiences. They can use user-friendly voice recording software, produce interesting/engaging content, boost confidence, and improve communication skills. VO teachers should master pronunciation, intonation, and communication through regular vocal practice, and adapt their teaching to meet students' needs by adjusting language levels and providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement. They can employ creative methods like storytelling and role-playing to train speaking abilities, thereby fostering interactive learning and dynamic educational environments. When creating VO materials, teachers begin by selecting interesting/engaging topics such as everyday conversations or professional scenarios. They meticulously script clear and structured dialogues, instructions, or narrations with appropriate vocabulary to meet specific learning objectives. They should ensure high-quality audio recordings with clear pronunciation by native speakers to maintain authenticity and minimize distractions while integrating multimedia elements to enrich the learning experience and reinforce comprehension. Specific examples of VO materials can be found in daily activity and real life which illustrate utility in providing practical language learning experiences.
EFL Students’ Engagement in Reading Classroom by Using Story-Mapping Putri, Ashrini Syafira; Nugraha, Sidik Indra; Ridwan, Iwan
Journal of English Language Teaching and Cultural Studies Vol 7, No 2 (2024): September 2024
Publisher : English Education Department, Postgraduate, Universitas Sultan Ageng Tirtayasa, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.48181/jelts.v7i2.25589

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Reading comprehension of EFL students have been concern of scholars by researchers, they have low motivation, interest and participation in the process of reading comprehension. Due to this problem, teacher should choose a suitable strategy to teach reading comprehension especially in narrative text reading. This study is aimed at investigating how students are engaged in reading cllassroom by using story-mapping technique. The study used a case study as a qualitative research design, involving ninth grade students at Junior High School in Cibitung as participants. The data were collected through observation and interview. The findings showed that EFL students’ engagament in learning reading narrative text by using story map technique resulted in three types, namely cognitive engagement, emotional engagament, and behavioral engagement. The story map can help students learn to read narrative text in a cognitively. Furthermore, students exhibit positive reactions as well as emotional engagement with the story mapping technique. Finally, students who engage in behavioral engagement actively participate in the learning process
Students’ Perception Regarding to the Use of Role Play Technique in Learning Speaking Skills Wijaya, Michael; Handayani, Ika; Fargianti, Yusti
Journal of English Language Teaching and Cultural Studies Vol 7, No 2 (2024): September 2024
Publisher : English Education Department, Postgraduate, Universitas Sultan Ageng Tirtayasa, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.48181/jelts.v7i2.24283

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This study aimed to find out how are the perception of students regarding to the use of role play technique in learning speaking skills and also what are strengths and weaknesses of it according to students’ perception at SMP Negeri 1 Kelapa Dua, Tangerang. The research employed a case study method. The data were collected by observation, questionnaire, and interview. The results of the research showed that role play helped students in English vocabulary, English grammar, English comprehension, English pronunciation, and also their English fluency. Moreover, it was more fun and helped them to cultivate their knowledge, made them interested and more enthusiastic, more optimistic, more motivated, taught them about teamwork, involved them directly, and more active. It is proven to be an efficient technique in teaching and learning speaking skills, but less effective in fostering students’ self-confidence. Therefore, it still made them shy and afraid when playing roles.
The Use of Bamboozle Website to Improve EYL Vocabulary Mastery Amanah, Navisa Putri; Safitri, Cinta Amalia; Indriani, Lilia
Journal of English Language Teaching and Cultural Studies Vol 8, No 1 (2025): March 2025
Publisher : English Education Department, Postgraduate, Universitas Sultan Ageng Tirtayasa, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.48181/jelts.v8i1.27959

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This study discusses using Bamboozle as a technology-based learning media to improve EYL vocabulary mastery. The Bamboozle website contains a variety of exciting games that can be utilized in learning. One of them is a quiz that displays images used by researchers in this study. This research uses quantitative methods with pre-experimental one-group pretest and posttest. The procedure of this design is giving a pretest, then giving treatment in the form of learning using Bamboozle, and then doing a posttest. This stage is used to see whether or not there is a change in the value that occurs before giving treatment (pretest) with the value after giving treatment (posttest). The research participants of this study were 5th-grade students consisting of 6 female students and six male students. The data processing results show a significant increase in pretest and posttest scores. The alternative hypothesis (Ha) is accepted because using the Bamboozle website can improve EYL vocabulary mastery.
LMS Mediated Blended Learning in English for Academic Purpose: Pharmacy Students’ View Rahman, Faisal; Azmi, Aulia
Journal of English Language Teaching and Cultural Studies Vol 8, No 1 (2025): March 2025
Publisher : English Education Department, Postgraduate, Universitas Sultan Ageng Tirtayasa, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.48181/jelts.v8i1.28274

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This study aims to identify pharmacy students’ perception on the implementation of Learning Management System (LMS) mediated blended learning in English for Academic Purpose (EAP) course. The scope of this study is in several factors, such as the use of LMS in blended learning, and the effectiveness of blended learning in EAP context to develop students’ motivation, communication skill, vocabulary, critical thinking and social interaction according to the students’ perception. This research utilizes a quantitative approach employing an analytical survey with an exploratory component using Likert scale questionnaire to collect the data. The population of this research is 115 students of pharmacy taking EAP course. The sample is 35 students selected using simple random sampling technique. This study reveals that blended learning is perceived positively by students in this EAP course, particularly for developing core skills and understanding the subject matter. Additionally, blended learning is also considered interesting and enjoyable. However, there is room for improvement in fostering critical thinking and social interaction. This result recommends educators to implement LMS mediated blended learning in English Language teaching and learning with several improvement, especially in the way to improve students’ critical thinking and social interaction.
Language Maintenance and Language Shift: A Study on the Rohingya Refugees in Bangladesh Neloy, Nowshad Hasan
Journal of English Language Teaching and Cultural Studies Vol 8, No 1 (2025): March 2025
Publisher : English Education Department, Postgraduate, Universitas Sultan Ageng Tirtayasa, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.48181/jelts.v8i1.28319

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This study aims at investigating the language situation within the Rohingya refugee community, a marginalized and displaced population originating from Myanmar, in Bangladesh. This study attempts to explore their attitudes towards their mother tongue as well as Bengali. In addition, this study focuses on the native Rohingya speakers and aims to shed light on the factors influencing the preservation or alteration of their mother tongue in this context. A survey was conducted in order to investigate the related issues. The researcher focused on Kutupalong and Balukhali refugee camps in Cox’s Bazar where Rohingya refugees live mostly. Data were collected from randomly selected 90 participants of different age, gender and educational background. Questionnaire and semi-structured interview tools were employed to collect data. Through a combination of qualitative and quantitative research methods, this study examined the linguistic choices, preferences, and practices of the Rohingya refugees in their new host environment. Findings from this study showed that Rohingya refugees have positive attitude towards their mother tongue. Yet, they are gradually shifting from Rohingya to Bengali.
Students’ Perception of Using Machine Translation: A Survey of Indonesian EFL Undergraduate Students Rahmawati, Siti; Baihaqi, Akhmad; Imtihanudin, Dede
Journal of English Language Teaching and Cultural Studies Vol 8, No 1 (2025): March 2025
Publisher : English Education Department, Postgraduate, Universitas Sultan Ageng Tirtayasa, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.48181/jelts.v8i1.28792

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The purpose of this study is to find out how students perception about using DeepL for machine translation during the translation process. The study used a qualitative survey method. Students in the fourth semester of the English Education Department at Sekolah Tinggi Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan Syekh Manshur, Indonesia, are given a questionnaire via Google Form in order to collect information about their perception about the usage of machine translation. According to the range of students' perception scores, the usage of machine translation is classified as positive (high) by the results, which showed that the mean score of the questionnaire was 70%. Based on the result, students believe that machine translation is crucial for their English studies. This is because machine translation can improve students' vocabulary and grammar comprehension, so making it a useful tool for learning in translation classes. As a result, machine translation is regarded as a useful tool for supporting students' learning. According to the study's findings, students had a positive perception of the usage of machine translation in the translation process.  

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