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Journal of English Teaching and Learning Issues
ISSN : 26153920     EISSN : 26854473     DOI : -
Core Subject : Education,
JETLI is a fully peer-reviewed journal that publishes original research and review articles on the teaching and learning English and language education. The aim of this Journal is to present information and ideas on theories, research, methods and materials related to language learning and teaching. Within this framework the Journal welcomes contributions in such areas of: current enquiry as first and second language learning and teaching, language and culture discourse analysis language planning language testing Translation Information technology on language teaching
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“What are Left from Learning during the Pandemic?” EFL Students’ Problems and Strategies in E-Learning Platform Reni Pradifta Apriliani; Dewi Puspitasari
Journal of English Teaching and Learning Issues Vol 5, No 2 (2022): December 2022
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21043/jetli.v5i2.15277

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This study aimed to review the implementation of online learning and EFL students' problems and strategies in learning English using the E-learning platform during the Covid-19 pandemic. This research design implemented a qualitative approach by using narrative inquiry. The data collection technique was done by semi-structured interviews, while the data analysis used Braun and Clark’s thematic analysis. The result showed that learning English using E-learning at Senior High School covered downloading learning material, forums, and exercises. In the implementation of online learning, several problems were faced by students, including the difficulty in managing time, equipment, and technical needs such as weak signal, limited quota, inadequate gadgets, teacher’s lack of explanation in learning material, and listening skills, which were not effective. Meanwhile, students utilized these strategies to overcome challenges. It included organizing time management, utilizing free internet data packages, utilizing diverse abilities in the learning environment, asking subject teachers via private chat via WhatsApp, requesting assistance from classmates (peer tutoring), performing autonomous learning, and searching for additional references or sources and supporting videos. Thus, this study depicts the challenges encountered by EFL students that teacher can use in encouraging their students to solve problems using these strategies.
Integrative Learning in Islamic Indonesian EFL Classroom: Challenges and Opportunities Ida Fitri Anggarini; Amanda Cyntia Afifatuz Zahro Azzahwa; Cacha Andana Dea Setyawan; Muhammad Tibyan Rofiqul A'la; Alfi Lailatul Maghfiroh; Rahma Henis Eka Putri
Journal of English Teaching and Learning Issues Vol 5, No 2 (2022): December 2022
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21043/jetli.v5i2.17091

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Nowadays, several education approaches exist in this smart society 5.0 era, specifically in English language teaching. One of them is the integrative learning approach which means the process of making connections among concepts, experiences, and subjects. This study aimed to explore the integrative learning approach, challenges, and opportunities in Indonesian Islamic EFL classes. This study was held in a research class at Islamic Senior High School in Malang. This qualitative field research used observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation to collect primary data from five EFL students and one EFL teacher. The result shows that an integrative learning approach is needed; this class integrates both EFL and Islamic values because they must implement the values of Islam in their daily life. In addition, some of the challenges include difficulty translating from Arabic to English, pronunciation, and soon. On the other hand, this class also found that tajweed makes it easier to read English text by comparing maharijul huruf and its phonology. Also, mastering this integrative class makes it easier to find Islamic literature in the English language. Thus, this study significantly gave EFL teachers insights into implementing the integration between English language skills and Islamic teaching in the EFL classroom.
Massive Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Games to Enrich Vocabulary to Foreign Language Learners: The Implementation Damar Miftahuddin; Noor Malihah
Journal of English Teaching and Learning Issues Vol 5, No 2 (2022): December 2022
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21043/jetli.v5i2.17090

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Massive Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Games (MMORPGs) are increasingly used to improve language learning. Many games have been created as products to help players improve their learning abilities. This research explores the execution of the MMORPGs to improve their vocabulary. The information was gathered through observation, documentation, and interview. There are seven chosen experienced players of MMORPG in worldwide servers who meet the requirements. Results demonstrated that implementing MMORPG can assist the EFL learners with acquiring new vocabulary from the aspect of the game like socializing, guild, mission, storyline, trading market, and things depiction assist the EFL learners with learning new vocabulary. The results of the study were expected to help the EFL learner gamer learn English, especially vocabulary, since the game has many aspects that help the EFL learners who play this game to enrich their vocabulary.
Integrating Short Conversation and English Conversation Applications to Improve Students’ Speaking Skills Siti Mariam; Catur Kepirianto; Raharjo Raharjo; Nadiah Ma’mun
Journal of English Teaching and Learning Issues Vol 5, No 2 (2022): December 2022
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21043/jetli.v5i2.17128

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This study aims to explain the implementation of using short conversation and English conversation applications and also to describe student participation using this learning model. It employed a qualitative method. Classroom action research was used as the design for both cycles of the study. Planning, carrying out, monitoring, and debriefing were the four stages that make up each cycle. Participants in the study were 39 third-semester students from the Arabic education department at an Islamic university in Central Java, Indonesia, during the academic year 2022/2023. Data collection techniques used observation, pre-test and post-test. The results of this study show that there is an improvement in every cycle of students’ speaking competence using this learning model. They also are active, self-confidence and enthusiastic in joining this speaking class. It is recommended this strategy to overcome students’ difficulties in speaking English. 
Positive and Negative Emotions of High School Students in Learning English through Google Classroom Bunga Ayu Ningrum; Chubbi Millatina Rokhuma
Journal of English Teaching and Learning Issues Vol 6, No 1 (2023): June 2023
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21043/jetli.v6i1.19113

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Google classroom is one of teaching media commonly used by teachers in online English learning system recently. Its use brings various emotions among students. This narrative study aims to explore students’ emotions in learning English through Google Classroom and how these emotions influence English learning. Data were garnered from semi-structure interviews, and analyzed by using the concept from Braun & Clarke. The analysis of the collected data showed that there are positive and negative emotions felt by students, and these emotions influence their English learning. The positive emotions include pleasure, hope, pride, and relief, while the negative emotions include anger, anxiety, shame, hopelessness, and boredom. These emotions in language learning make the students be able to learn all the time (anywhere and anytime) and increase their grades. On the other hand, it also brings them to be reluctant to study, not focus in the learning process, and less interested in learning.
Teachers’ Beliefs and Practice on Providing EFL Written Corrective Feedback Muhammad Nafi Annury; Nadiah Ma'mun; Djoko Sutrisno
Journal of English Teaching and Learning Issues Vol 6, No 1 (2023): June 2023
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21043/jetli.v6i1.19360

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This study analyzes how and why writing instructors provide written corrective feedback (WCF) on academic writing tasks. It was an ethnography study conducted by the Department of English Education at University in Semarang, Indonesia. This study investigated and analyzed the attitudes of teachers to get insight into classroom methods for delivering written corrective feedback (CF) on student writing. The major objective of the study was to evaluate instructors' beliefs and practices. Therefore, the teachers' perspectives on providing written corrective feedback (WCF) were required to determine the true answers and provide corrective feedback. The conceptual basis for this study was developed from Borg's (2003) concept of teacher cognition (beliefs) and practices, as well as the impediments to written CF reported by several writers. This recent study conducted interviews with three English Education Department instructors who instructed writing classes. This investigation utilized classroom observation, the think-aloud technique, and in-depth interviews. The data was examined using Spradley's technique (1979, 1980). The study of the data revealed both congruence and discord between the beliefs and actions of lecturers. For instance, the instructors' focus and number of writing CF were consistent. In addition, it was demonstrated that extraneous influences affected the lecturers' application of their theories.
Revealing EFL Teachers' Experiences in the Integration of Web-based Assessment Media for Assessment Suhaimah Bulqiyah; Ahmad Munir
Journal of English Teaching and Learning Issues Vol 6, No 1 (2023): June 2023
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21043/jetli.v6i1.19624

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This study presents the integration of web-based assessment media for assessment in EFL online classrooms from the teachers’ points of view. This study aimed at exploring their experiences in online assessment using various web-based media. Additionally, this research shows both excellent and limited characteristics of web-based platforms implemented in online assessment as well as the influences on their teaching praxis. Five high school teachers from two different areas were invited to the online interview. This study found that the selected online media used by the teachers in their assessment are based on personal reasonings such as the features, form of assessment, and forth. the technology adoption to language assessment also explicitly indicates positive impacts on teachers’ professional affairs, particularly in the assessment field. The same effects are also reflected in students’ learning environment that makes them more involved in online learning and gets valuable assessment. The findings of this research have contribution to the development of assessment media for both English instructor and web-developer.
Integrating Digital Literacy in English for Specific Purposes (ESP) Instruction Via English for Law e-module Dewi Surani; Umalihayati Umalihayati; Rini Dwi Septiyani; Holilah Holilah
Journal of English Teaching and Learning Issues Vol 6, No 1 (2023): June 2023
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21043/jetli.v6i1.19293

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Nowadays, integration of technology through digital literacy in English instruction is demanded highly, but in practice, digital material like electronic modules still lacks investigation, especially in the ESP context. Therefore, this qualitative study tries to describe the digital literacy demand related to the material in ESP teaching and the implementation of digitalized based ESP material to facilitate law students’ digital literacy. 25 law students were involved as participants, with the questionnaires and interviews as the primary data and class observation as the secondary data. The results reveal that ESP language-teaching process demands digitalized material which facilitates the students’ needs in enhancing their English skills by exploring authentic learning sources digitally. The implementation of the English for Law e-module facilitates students’ digital literacy, especially in accessing the digital material in the e-module by 70% of the whole participants, 57,7 % of students use their digital literacy for finishing the lectures assignment, and 74% of students able to overcome their digital obstacle independently. The finding recommends the utilization of digitalized material based on e-module to cultivate the students’ digital literacy in ESP instruction.
Unraveling Motivational Beliefs in Learning English: Voices of Non-English Major Students in Indonesian Higher Education Sri Wahyuningsih; Azizah Maulina Erzad
Journal of English Teaching and Learning Issues Vol 6, No 1 (2023): June 2023
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21043/jetli.v6i1.19368

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The present study attempts to explore the motivational beliefs in learning English among non-English major students from two higher educations in Indonesia. This study employed a qualitative descriptive approach. Data were collected through close-ended questionnaires. The questionnaires were then distributed to the 100 students. The collected data were then analyzed quantitatively to find out the percentage of motivational beliefs. Further, we interpreted the motivations mostly preferred the non-English major students. The results reveal that from 15 items of motivational beliefs in learning English, the most dominant motivations of learning English preferred by the non-English major students include becoming a knowledgeable person (95%), understanding English books, movies, music (95%), transferring knowledge to others (81%), becoming an educated person (81%), appreciating the ways of life of native English speakers (79%), discussing interesting topics in English with the people from other countries (77%), keeping in touch with foreign people (60%), getting appreciation from others (60 %). On the other hand, other items of motivational beliefs may not become their main motivational beliefs in learning English. This study presents an implication that students from non-English majors need to increase their self-awareness in learning English, particularly both in spoken and written ways to enhance their life.
English Lecturers' Difficulties in Teaching English for Specific Purposes (ESP) in Various Higher Education in Indonesia Tira Nur Fitria
Journal of English Teaching and Learning Issues Vol 6, No 1 (2023): June 2023
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21043/jetli.v6i1.19178

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This research investigates the English lecturers’ difficulties in teaching English for Specific Purposes (ESP) in higher education. This research is descriptive qualitative. There are 58 English lecturers from various higher education involved in this research. The analysis shows that the most dominant English lecturers teach ESP in the 2nd semester. Besides, in the 1st, and 3rd semesters. English skills taught by English lecturers in ESP courses are speaking, writing, reading, speaking, vocabulary, and translation. Speaking skills is the difficult English skill taught by them in the ESP course. The most dominant English lecturers have been teaching ESP for more than 5 years. They state that teaching ESP requires more challenges than teaching EGP (English for General Purposes). In the implementation of teaching ESP, they face several difficulties including) 1) making syllabi and lesson plans. 2) making ESP course materials according to student needs. 3) selecting and using learning methods. 4) getting ESP textbooks related to student needs. 5) making/creating ESP textbooks related to student needs. 6) difference in students' English proficiency levels. 7) difference in the level of student's motivation to learn English. 8) different levels of students' awareness of the importance of ESP. 9) the institution’s policy related to the ESP course curriculum has not been clearly stated. 10) institutional policies related to facility policies are not adequate. 11) the number of lectures/credits, and the number of semesters in the ESP course are not as expected. 12) compensation (income) in teaching ESP courses is not expected.