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Journal of English Language and Education
ISSN : 25024132     EISSN : 25976850     DOI : https://doi.org/10.31004/jele.xxx.xx
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Journal of English Language and Education (pISSN: 2597-6850 and eISSN: 2502-4132) is a journal that focuses on researching or documenting issues in education, language education, applied linguistics, English education, English language teaching, English Literature, language assessment and evaluation. It is published by Program Studi Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris, Universitas Pahlawan Tuanku Tambusai is indexed in Google Scholar and Supported by Relawan Jurnal Indonesia (RJI).
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Musical Influence on Language Development: Comparing Popular and National Songs in Children Hapsari, Sinta Maulida; Aisyah, Laily Nur
Journal of English Language and Education Vol 10, No 5 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/jele.v10i5.1492

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Music plays a crucial role in early childhood language development, yet comparisons between popular and national songs remain limited. This study employed a comparative intervention approach to examine the effects of song type on linguistic imitation and memory in children aged 5–6 years. Sixty children from five preschools in Jember City, Indonesia, were purposively sampled and divided into two groups of 30, exposed to either popular or national songs. Structured musical sessions, conducted twice weekly over four weeks, included guided listening, singing, imitation, and memory tasks. Children’s performance was observed using structured instruments and audio recordings. Data were analyzed with descriptive statistics and independent t-tests. Results showed that popular songs significantly enhanced linguistic imitation, while national songs improved memory retention. These findings highlight the role of song structure, repetition, and familiarity in shaping language and memory outcomes, providing practical guidance for early childhood educators to strategically integrate popular and national songs for cognitive, linguistic, and socio-cultural development.
Application of Initial Knowledge to Sentence Structure Writing Competency and Reading Comprehension of Grade VIII Students of SMPN 3 Satu Atap Salapian in 2024/2025 Gunawan, Hendra; Sutikno, Sutikno; Kartolo, Rahmat; Sari, Erlinda Nofa
Journal of English Language and Education Vol 10, No 6 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/jele.v10i6.962

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The problem in this research is whether there is an influence of the development of prior knowledge on the ability to create sentence structures and read comprehension of class VIII students at SMP Negeri 3 Satu Roof Salapian, Langkat Regency, for the 2024-2025 academic year. The aim of this research is to determine the effect of developing prior knowledge on the ability to create sentence structures and reading comprehension of class VIII students at SMP Negeri 3 Satu Atap Salapian, Langkat Regency, academic year 2024-2025. The method applied in this research is an experimental method with a simple 2. The instrument used to collect research data is an objective test. An objective test was used to obtain the data needed in this research, which consisted of 20 multiple choice questions, with research techniques, if 1 was correct, it was given a score of 5, so that the highest score was 100 and the lowest score was 5. The results of the research showed that there was an influence on the development of initial knowledge on the ability to create sentence structures and read comprehension for class VIII students at SMP Negeri 3 Satu Roof Salapian Langkat Regency for the 2024-2025 academic year, this can be seen from the results of calculations using anava where Fcount = 6.32 and Ftable = 4.00 at a significance level of 0. .05, this means that Fcount Ftable. Thus, the hypothesis is accepted, meaning that there is an influence of the development of prior knowledge in influencing the ability to create sentence structures and students' reading comprehension abilities, in the sense that there is an interaction between the development of prior knowledge in influencing the ability to create sentence structures and students' reading comprehension abilities.
Utilization of Voki Application as an Interactive Media to Improve Speaking Skill of Ninth Grade Students in Junior High School Harahap, Nury Ana; Rahman Hz, Benni Ichsanda
Journal of English Language and Education Vol 10, No 5 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/jele.v10i5.1465

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This study aims the effectiveness of the Voki application as an interactive digital media tool to improve the speaking skills of ninth-grade students in a junior high school in Indonesia. Many students face psychological barriers such as anxiety, low confidence, and fear of making mistakes, which hinder their speaking performance in English. By integrating Voki an online platform that allows students to create speaking avatars into four speaking lessons, this study explored how the application influenced students' confidence, motivation, and participation. The research employed a qualitative case study design and involved 30 students who completed a questionnaire and 10 students who participated in in-depth interviews. The questionnaire data, analyzed using descriptive statistics, revealed that the majority of students had positive perceptions of Voki, reporting increased confidence, reduced anxiety, and improved pronunciation and fluency. Interview results supported these findings, highlighting that features such as voice recording, avatar customization, and audio playback encouraged independent learning and reduced fear of speaking. The findings align with Krashen’s Affective Filter Hypothesis and Mayer’s Cognitive Theory of Multimedia Learning, indicating that emotionally safe and multimodal environments foster better speaking performance. Overall, this study demonstrates that Voki is an effective, accessible, and engaging tool for enhancing speaking skills and offers practical implications for integrating digital tools into English language instruction.
Writing Errors Analysis: Subject-Verb Agreement Made by EFL Students Yuntika, Arudia Risti; Anggreni, Afrillia; Jamiluddin, Jamiluddin; Usman, Sriati
Journal of English Language and Education Vol 10, No 5 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/jele.v10i5.1538

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Writing is a crucial skill in language learning, yet numerous students still struggle with grammatical accuracy, particularly subject–verb agreement (SVA). Previous studies have exposed students’ errors in SVA but most of them focused on school-level learners, leaving limited research on undergraduate academic writing. Thus, this study aims to identify and analyze SVA errors in the academic writing of English Education students at Tadulako University. Utilizing a descriptive qualitative design, data were obtained from the background and discussion sections of ten undergraduate theses and analyzed through Dulay et al.’s (1982) Surface Strategy Taxonomy, which includes omission, addition, misformation, and misordering. The findings present that omission errors as the most frequent (10 cases), mostly involving the omission of auxiliary verbs be (is, are, was, were) and verb endings such as –s or –ing. Misformation errors (6 cases) appeared when students used incorrect verb forms, particularly in mismatching singular and plural agreement. Next, addition errors (4 cases) occurred when unnecessary auxiliaries or suffixes were inserted into sentences, creating redundancy. The last, misordering errors (1 case) reflected difficulties in arranging subject–verb structures according to English syntax. These results indicate that students’ main difficulties lie in maintaining auxiliaries and singular–plural concord, showing the influence of both interlingual and intralingual factors. Overall, these results emphasize the importance of needs-based grammar instruction and ongoing error analysis to enhance learners’ grammatical accuracy to produce a qualified academic writing
Development of a Button-Wearing Skills Programme Using Quiet Books for Mildly Mentally Disabled Children in Grade II at SLB YAPMI Rancaekek Utami, Dewi Ayu; Pertiwi, Dwi Endah
Journal of English Language and Education Vol 10, No 5 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/jele.v10i5.1332

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Button-wearing skills are part of a self-development programme in the aspect of self-care that plays an important role in shaping the independence of children with mild intellectual disabilities. At SLB YAPMI Rancaekek, a button-wearing skills program has been developed, but in practice it has not been equipped with learning media that are appropriate to the needs of children, so that children with mild intellectual disabilities still show dependence on help from others when wearing button-wearing clothes. This study aims to determine the ability of children with mild intellectual disabilities in wearing button-wearing clothes before the development of the programme, to find out the programme currently used and the form of development of the button-wearing skills programme for children with mild intellectual disabilities in class II through the Quiet Book media at SLB YAPMI Rancaekek. The research method used is descriptive qualitative, with data collection techniques in the form of observation, interviews, documentation studies, and Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) involving teachers as the main partners in the development process. The results of the study indicate that children's ability to wear button-up clothes is still limited. After the development of the programme, children became more enthusiastic and focused when practising button-up skills gradually with the Quiet Book media. This research can make a positive contribution, particularly in developing basic skills that support the independence of children with mild intellectual disabilities in self-care, such as wearing button-down shirts in everyday life.
The IoT Revolution in English Learning: The Future of Civil Engineering Communication Arisna, Ayu; Anggraeni, Reskyani
Journal of English Language and Education Vol 10, No 6 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/jele.v10i6.1509

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This study examines how the Internet of Things (IoT) enhances English learning for civil engineering students. Using a mixed-methods design, quantitative data were analyzed with SPSS and supported by qualitative interviews. Results show a significant correlation (r = 0.721, p 0.05) between IoT-based applications and improvements in technical writing, vocabulary, and communication skills. Learning platforms such as Duolingo, Cake, Hello English, BBC Learning English, Memrise, and Beelinguapp were combined with cloud-based writing tools and sensor-based project simulations. Students improved contextual understanding by describing real-time IoT data in English. These findings indicate that IoT integration not only supports language proficiency but also prepares students for professional communication in civil engineering.
Does AI Know Things? An Epistemological Perspective on Artificial Intelligence Simbolon, Lasyuli; Manugeren, M; Barus, Efendi
Journal of English Language and Education Vol 10, No 5 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/jele.v10i5.1592

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This paper investigates the provocative question: can artificial intelligence (AI) know things? through an epistemological lens. Drawing upon a systematic literature review (SLR) of works published 2010–2020, the study maps how scholars have applied classical and contemporary epistemic criteria—such as belief‑likeness, truth, justification, reliability, interpretability, and epistemic agency—to AI systems. In doing so, it examines competing theoretical frameworks (internalism, externalism, virtue epistemology, Bayesian approaches) and identifies areas of convergence and contention. The review reveals that while many AI systems satisfy externalist criteria of reliability and truth‑tracking under controlled conditions, they often fall short of internalist demands for justificatory transparency or reflective access. Opacity and “black‑box” architectures remain central obstacles to attributing knowledge in the classical sense. Furthermore, the influence of AI on human belief formation and the shift in epistemic environments suggest that even absent true knowledge, AI plays a significant role in mediating knowledge practices. Ethical and normative considerations (e.g. fairness, accountability, epistemic justice) also emerge as inseparable from epistemological assessments, prompting calls for a “glass‑box epistemology” that integrates design, interpretability, and value sensitivity. In concluding, the paper argues that AI may function as a contributor to human knowledge workflows rather than as autonomous knowers. It sets out a nuanced perspective: acknowledging AI’s epistemic potential while remaining critical of overextensions. Finally, it suggests future paths: refining epistemic thresholds, embedding interpretability in AI design, and expanding the discourse across cultural and disciplinary contexts.
Social Support and Academic Motivation as Factors Forming Students' Psychological Resilience: A Study in Central Bangka Regency Susanto, Chandra; Budiyanto, Sarah Khairunnisa; Kurniawan, Wilona Keegan
Journal of English Language and Education Vol 10, No 5 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/jele.v10i5.1520

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In Central Bangka Regency, which is the province’s largest tin producer, illegal tin mining has led to a high school dropout rate, a problem that suggests a lack of student resilience against economic and social pressures. While prior studies have explored factors influencing academic resilience, there remains a gap in understanding how family social support and academic motivation specifically impact students in this unique, high-risk environment. This study aims to fill that gap by investigating the relationship between family social support, academic motivation, and the psychological resilience of junior high school students in Central Bangka. Using a mixed-methods approach with a sample of 216 students, quantitative data was gathered through questionnaires and analyzed using descriptive, correlation, and regression techniques. Qualitative data was collected via interviews and thematic analysis. The findings reveal a significant positive correlation between both academic motivation and psychological resilience, as well as social support and psychological resilience. The qualitative results identified key themes, including family support as a “pillar” of resilience, the role of both intrinsic and extrinsic academic motivation, and the powerful influence of illegal tin mining as a risk factor. The study concludes that both internal (academic motivation) and external (social support) factors are crucial for student resilience, although academic motivation has a more dominant influence. The results provide insight for future interventions aimed at promoting healthier educational practices in communities facing similar challenges. 
The Role of Parents in Improving Adaptive Behavior of Children with Mild Intellectual Disabilities in Special Schools Zerlita, Riri; Qohar, Hendri Abdul
Journal of English Language and Education Vol 10, No 5 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/jele.v10i5.1331

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This study aims to examine the role of parents in improving adaptive behavior as preparation for work among mildly intellectually disabled students in grade XII at SLB Amalia Bhakti Conggeang. In the context of vocational education, consistent parenting based on positive reinforcement has proven effective in improving the independence and life skills of children with intellectual disabilities. A qualitative approach with case studies was chosen to gain a deeper understanding of the role of parents in supporting their children at home and at school. The research findings indicate that parents who actively engage in daily activities, such as providing opportunities for independent practice and applying positive reinforcement, significantly contribute to the development of adaptive behavior in children. However, challenges faced by parents, such as limited knowledge, time, and resources, hinder the implementation of effective parenting strategies. Therefore, this study recommends the development of parent training programs that can improve their understanding of how to support the development of children with mild intellectual disabilities, as well as strengthen collaboration between parents, educators, and the community. With the right support, children with mild intellectual disabilities can develop the skills necessary to adapt to the world of work.
Translation Techniques in Institutional Branding: An Analysis of News Headlines from a Higher Education Institution Website Ardhan, Dhea Tisane; Arnanda, Rachmat; Khoirunnisa, Ratna
Journal of English Language and Education Vol 10, No 6 (2025)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/jele.v10i6.1498

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The aim of this research is to examine the translation techniques applied in news headlines published on the official website of Vocational Education Program, Universitas Indonesia, and their role in shaping institutional branding. This research applied a qualitative descriptive approach, 58 bilingual headlines (Indonesian–English) were analyzed. The results show a total of 11 translation techniques are found, with literal translation being the most dominant technique applied. By using literal translation, it indicates that the institution wants to brand itself as accurate, credible, and trustworthy institution to international audiences. Furthermore, the findings also suggest that translation techniques in this context goes beyond linguistic transfer, serving as a means to strengthen institutional identity and credibility. By balancing local values with international accessibility, the translations of the news headlines contribute to positioning the institution as both rooted in its cultural background and actively engaged in the global higher education environment.

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