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The seall
ISSN : 27217116     EISSN : 27217124     DOI : -
Core Subject : Education,
jurnal peer-review yang diterbitkan oleh Program Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris, STKIP Al Maksum Langkat. Jurnal ini terbit rutin dua kali setahun pada bulan April dan Desember. Jurnal ini akan menerima artikel yang tidak diterbitkan oleh jurnal lain. Ruang lingkup jurnal berfokus pada pendidikan bahasa Inggris, linguistik dan sastra dalam bahasa Inggris.
Articles 57 Documents
Communication in speaking class: Perceptions and attitudes of students Stkip Al Maksum hassan, muhammad; Tiara Aulia; Sinta Wulandari
The Seall Journal Vol 4 No 2 (2023): December 2023
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55263/the seal.v4i1.389

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This study looked at the impact of communicative activities on students' speaking abilities and challenges in communitive language teaching (CLT) classrooms. Classroom action research (CAR) was taken into consideration as the research design in this study. A quantitative technique was applied in this study. The researcher wanted to improve the students' speaking abilities using communicative activities from the Communicative Language Teaching Method. Ten cycles, each lasting ten weeks, were used to divide up the teaching and learning process. Stages of the cycle are Planning, Action, Observation, and Rofection. In general, kids preferred classroom activities that encouraged healthy competition and high levels of participation. Following the interventions, students reported significantly higher levels of satisfaction with their speaking ability, proving the value of speaking classes. Different student views on using communicative activities were statistically significant. Key words : CLT, speaking
Implementation Of Quizizz-Based Learning Media In General English Lessons In The Stkip Al Maksum Elementary School Teacher Education Study Program Supriadi
The Seall Journal Vol 1 No 2 (2020): December 2020
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55263/the seal.v1i2.463

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This study investigates the utilization or implementation of Quizizz, an internet-based questionnaire platform, as an instructional tool for general English courses in the STKIP AL Maksum Primary School Teacher Education Study Program. The objective of this study is to examine the media planning procedure, its execution, and the determinants that impact the utilization of Quizizz. This study employs a qualitative descriptive methodology and collects data through triangulation techniques, including documentation, interviews, and observation. Quizizz is a game-based learning platform that enhances student engagement and offers adaptable assessment alternatives, according to the literature review. The results of studies indicate that Quizizz has a beneficial impact on student motivation by enhancing the relevance and interest of the learning process. In spite of this, obstacles associated with technological infrastructure must be taken into account in order to achieve maximum efficacy. This study enhances comprehension regarding the incorporation of technology in English education, placing particular emphasis on the significance of cutting-edge learning tools like Quizizz in contemporary educational advancements. Key words: Quizizz, Media, General English.
Analysis of Javanese Speech Acts in families in Sawit Sebrang subdistrict, Langkat Regency Supriadi
The Seall Journal Vol 4 No 1 (2023): April 2023
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55263/the seal.v4i1.464

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This study examines Javanese speech acts within the context of the familial environment in Langkat Regency's Sawit Sebrang District, with an emphasis on locutionary, illocutionary, and perlocutionary functions. This study employs qualitative descriptive methods to examine oral conversations with neighbors, family members, and local residents. The results demonstrate the use of a variety of speech acts in various contexts, including discussions of geriatric oil palm plantations and education-related financial issues. Locutionary speech acts are distinguished from illocutionary speech acts by the speaker's intent to convey information and anticipation of a particular response; the former occurs when the speaker merely imparts factual information without any particular intention. Perlocutionary speech acts occur when the utterance has a substantial impact on the behavior of the recipient. This study underscores the significance of cultural awareness, linguistic diversity, and local expressions when attempting to decipher the intended significance of Javanese speech acts. Cultural elements and colloquial language significantly influence the efficacy of communication within the familial setting. An examination of the Sawit Sebrang family's Javanese speech acts offers significant insight into the intricate nature of communication within this particular cultural milieu. Gaining comprehension of these speech acts expands our understanding of communication practices and provides tangible examples of how to implement effective communication strategies. Keywords: Speech act, Javanese, Family.
Speaking Skills of EFL Student of STKIP Al Maksum: Problems and Strategies Marsika Sepyanda; Muhammad Hasan
The Seall Journal Vol 4 No 2 (2023): December 2023
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55263/the seal.v4i1.475

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The purposes of this study were to find out the problems faced by the student teachers of STKIP Al Maksum in speaking English and to find out the strategies used by the lecturers of STKIP Al Maksum to cope with the problems. A case study was used, and purposeful sampling was utilized. The interview was used to find out the student teachers’ problems in speaking English. Interviews and documentation were used to find out the lecturer’s strategies to cope with the problems. The problems and the strategies were: 1) lack of vocabulary mastery, to cope with the problem, the lecturer kept the student teachers on speaking the target language; 2) lack of grammar mastery and the strategy was the lecturer provided oral feedback to the student teachers’ grammar used; 3) lack of pronunciation, in order to cope with the problem, the lecturer provided some speaking activities and oral feedback; 4) anxiety-provoking situation, to deal with the problem, the lecturer used small groups, promoted equal participation after giving preparation time, and gave positive feedback; 5) lack of self-confidence, to deal with the problems, the lecturer applied small groups discussion, gave them the equal opportunity to speak after giving preparation time, and enforced repetition; 6) the interference of the mother tongue, in order to cope with the problem, the lecturer applied some speaking activities and encouraged them to speak the target language.
The Implementation of Evaluation and Assessment of Language Learning in Merdeka curriculum at Vocational Schools Marpaung, Fernando De Napoli; Ginting, Donny Adiatmana; Muhammad Hasan; Rosmen
The Seall Journal Vol 4 No 2 (2023): December 2023
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55263/the seal.v4i1.481

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This research aims to explore the implementation of language learning evaluation and assessment in the Independent Curriculum at Al Maksum Vocational High School (SMK), especially in language subjects. The data collection method involves observation and interviews, with a focus on the evaluation model used, assessment methods, and the obstacles teachers face in the evaluation and assessment process. The results of interviews with six language teachers showed variations in evaluation forms, such as written tests, presentations, group discussions, and projects. The main obstacles faced include time constraints, lack of training, and technological barriers during online learning. As innovations, the use of technology in assessment, project-based learning, and adaptive learning are proposed to increase the effectiveness of evaluation and assessment. This research contributes to understanding the dynamics of evaluation and assessment in language learning in the context of an independent curriculum, with implications for improving the quality of learning at Al Maksum Vocational School.
Exploring Interactive and Innovative Learning Media in EFL Classroom: A Students' Perspective Ginting, Donny Adiatmana
The Seall Journal Vol 4 No 2 (2023): December 2023
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55263/the seal.v4i2.482

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The study on the shift to online learning in English language education due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The study examines the perceptions of twenty English Department students from STKIP Al Maksum regarding the use of interactive applications, particularly Kahoot, in their learning. A quantitative survey with a ten-item questionnaire was employed to gather data. The findings suggest that students perceive Kahoot as enhancing their enjoyment, learning perception, effectiveness, and motivation. The study concludes that applications like Kahoot and Quizzes contribute to increased student activity in language classes and highlights the need for further research on their impact on critical thinking, engagement, and educational outcomes.
The Translation Shifts Of Andrea Hirata’s Laskar Pelangi Into The Rainbow Troops By Angie Kilbane Maitri Ramadhani; Yusrah
The Seall Journal Vol 4 No 2 (2023): December 2023
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55263/the seal.v4i2.483

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This paper investigates the translation shifts in Andrea Hirata’s Laskar Pelangi Into The Rainbow Troops By Angie Kilbane as the consequence of interference of the mother language in translating SL into TL. It focuses on the shifts that occur in Source Text and Target Text in terms of Catford’s category shifts. Descriptive Translation Studies (DTS) is used in analyzing the texts. The texts are separated into clauses and analyzed based on Catford’s category shifts. It is argued that the interference of the First Language affects in translating ST into TT. It was found that: a) unit shift, class shift, and the very common one- the structural shift occurred in translating the text, b) expanding text occurs in which the TT has explained more detail than the ST, c) It was also found that there are two kinds of interference between ST and TT i.e. Syntactic/Grammatical interference and Lexical/Semantic interference as shifts are the reflection of the translator’s first language interference)