Majesty Journal
MAJESTY JOURNAL concern in publishing the original research articles, review articles from contributors, and the current issues related to language and linguistics. The main objective of Majesty is to provide a platform for the scholars, academicians, and researchers to share the contemporary thoughts in the fields of language, language teaching, and linguistics. It also aimed to promote interdisciplinary studies in language teaching and linguistics and thus become the leading regional journal. The journal publishes research papers in the all the fields of language, Language Teaching, Linguistics, Education, and other related studies of language.
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<![CDATA[Management of English Language Learning Process for Children and Adolescent through Distance Learning Program at Homeschooling ]]>
<![CDATA[Musdalifah Ifah Rahman]]>
<![CDATA[ MAJESTY JOURNAL Vol 2 No 2 (2020): Majesty: Language Education and Distance Learning ]]>
Publisher : <![CDATA[Universitas Muhammadiyah Enrekang ]]>
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DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v2i2.509
<![CDATA[The research aimed to illustrate how distance learning programs can be organized or administered at "Primagama Course Place" in Makassar. This study combined qualitative development with the design of the case study. For this study, the writer has used several measures to collect data: interviews, observations, and documents. With the credibility, transferability, reliability, and confirming ability the validity of the information was checked. The final results of the study indicated that the students were planning the online classes, learning sources, information technology, and developing the curriculum. The most recent study findings showed that online preparation was developed, sources were studied, information technology and curriculums design were developed; students were able to understand the online programs and other books through their IT; distance learning framework was introduced by the day-to-day newspaper and parent control; programs evaluated.]]>
<![CDATA[ELSA Speak Application as a Supporting Media in Enhancing Students’ Pronunciation Skill ]]>
<![CDATA[Ita Sarmita Samad]]>;
<![CDATA[Ismail Ismail]]>
<![CDATA[ MAJESTY JOURNAL Vol 2 No 2 (2020): Majesty: Language Education and Distance Learning ]]>
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DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v2i2.510
<![CDATA[This research aimed at verifying the effectiveness of using ELSA Speak Application in enhancing students’ pronunciation skills. It applied a quantitative method. Specifically, it used a pre-experimental research design. The population was the English study program students of STKIP Muhammadiyah Enrekang. The sample was the first semester students in the academic year 2018/ 2019. It was chosen through purposive sampling technique by considering that the sample took the pronunciation course at that time. The data were collected through pre-test and post-test which was conducted using the recording. The data attained were analyzed statistically. The result shows that the pre-test means the score is 1.96 while the post-test mean score is 5.79 by applying 0.05 level of significance with 29 degrees of freedom (29), the t-test 6.28 was higher than the t-table 1.699. It indicated that the use of ELSA Speak application is effective in enhancing the pronunciation skill of the first semester students of STKIP Muhammadiyah Enrekang.]]>
<![CDATA[Overcoming the Shock of Foreign Cultures through Cross-Cultural Understanding ]]>
<![CDATA[Mustakim Mustakim]]>;
<![CDATA[Umiyati Jabri]]>
<![CDATA[ MAJESTY JOURNAL Vol 2 No 2 (2020): Majesty: Language Education and Distance Learning ]]>
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DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v2i2.523
<![CDATA[This paper seeks to slightly explore the issue of cross-cultural understanding that might be beneficial for lecturers of the Muhammadiyah University of Enrekang who have won further study scholarships abroad as well as lecturers who are planning to continue their studies abroad. Understanding different cultures are extremely fundamental as a result of the absence of information culture assumes a job in the utilization of improper correspondence language. Elements of contrasts in an individual's way of life can likewise make individuals look prejudiced toward individuals with various societies. As a lecturer who will be assigned to study abroad, it is very important to "interpret" the behavior, attitudes, and communication styles of people from various cultures. Sometimes hinder a person to be able to complete studies abroad is not because of limited intelligence but because of limited ability to understand and accept the new culture contained in the destination country to learn. We hope that this paper can provide a little inspiration for prospective scholarship recipients of foreign scholarships to prepare themselves as well as possible including non-academic factors.]]>
<![CDATA[The Optimization of Blended Learning in Extensive and Intensive Reading Course ]]>
<![CDATA[Musdalifah Ifah Rahman]]>
<![CDATA[ MAJESTY JOURNAL Vol 2 No 2 (2020): Majesty: Language Education and Distance Learning ]]>
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DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v2i2.530
<![CDATA[This study aimed to describe 1) the application of Blended Learning in extensive and intensive reading subjects, and (2) the students’ perception of the application of blended learning. The subject of this study was the students of the English education department at the Muhammadiyah University of Enrekang. The data in this study were the activities of students and the lecturer in the teaching and learning processes and the students’ perception of the learning process in the classroom. The results showed that (1) the students and the lecturer were actively engaged in live learning and online conversation, and (2) the students had a positive perception of learning.]]>
<![CDATA[Exploring the Impact of English Movies to Improve the Students’ Listening Comprehension ]]>
<![CDATA[Sam Hermansyah]]>;
<![CDATA[Hasan Hasan]]>
<![CDATA[ MAJESTY JOURNAL Vol 2 No 2 (2020): Majesty: Language Education and Distance Learning ]]>
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DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v2i2.586
<![CDATA[The objective of this research was to improve the listening comprehension of the students of SMPN 1 Maiwa by using English Movies. The research aimed to see if English movies can improve the listening skills of students and to find out how students are using English Movies to increase their listening skills. The pre-experimental method was used. Students from SMPN 1 Maiwa in 2018/2019, which comprises 20 students, were part of the research. Ten first-class students and 10 second-class students. In taking the sample, the author used a random sample. The researcher used data collection methods and questionnaires. The researcher has distributed listening tests by pre-testing and post-testing and sent questionnaires to gather information on their attitudes towards using English movies. Work suggests that the listening abilities of the students were poor in the preliminary examination. Their ability to listen is considerably increased after therapy. From their score, it can be seen that changed well. The findings evaluated with the t-test suggest that the t-test value is higher than the t-table (7.98>2.093). English Movies can be concluded to develop the listening skills of students.]]>
<![CDATA[Correlation Between EFL Learners Self-Confidence and Speaking Skill ]]>
<![CDATA[Hasan Hasan]]>;
<![CDATA[Muhammad Hanafi]]>;
<![CDATA[Andi Sadapotto]]>
<![CDATA[ MAJESTY JOURNAL Vol 2 No 2 (2020): Majesty: Language Education and Distance Learning ]]>
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DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v2i2.589
<![CDATA[This article aims to describe whether there is a relationship between students 'self-confidence and students' speaking abilities. This study uses cluster sampling methods and oral tests. The population in this study were VII grade students of SMPN 9 Pinrang. The total population is 104 students. The sample used was class VIIL.1 totaling 28 students. The method used in speech evaluation is an oral test. The results of research using Pearson Product Moment obtained r count value of 0.700 and with the product value of r products when products with N = 28 found 0.478 at 1% significance level and found 0.374 at a significant level of 5%. To find out the level of product moment correlation the coefficient of 0.61-0.80 = substantial. This can be seen in the results of the analysis, namely: 0.700> 0.478 (5%) and 0.700 0.374 (1%) with db: 28. This means that Ho is rejected and Ha is accepted. The conclusion of this research is that there is a significant relationship between students 'self-confidence and the eight-year students' speaking ability in SMPN 9 Pinrang.]]>
<![CDATA[Enhancement Students Pronunciation Ability through Phonetic Symbols at the Second Semester of English Department University of Muhammadiyah Sidenreng Rappang ]]>
<![CDATA[Hasan, Hasan]]>;
<![CDATA[Salma, Salma]]>;
<![CDATA[Sadapotto, Andi]]>;
<![CDATA[Usman, Usman]]>
<![CDATA[ Maspul Journal of English Studies Vol 3 No 1 (2021): Blended Learning, Language Education ]]>
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DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v3i1.844
<![CDATA[The objectives of the article were to find out: (1) To find out whether or not phonetic symbols increase pronunciation ability at the second semester students of University of Muhammadiyah Sidenreng Rappang. (2) To find out whether or not the students interested in the use of phonetic symbols in learning pronunciation at the second semester students of University of Muhammadiy ah SidenrengRappang. The researcher applied quasi experimental method using two groups namely an experimental and a control group. Both of groups were given pretest and posttest. The article was conducted at English Department of University of Muhammadiyah Rappang academic year 2019/2020. The researcher applied cluster sampling technique and the second semester is taken as the sample of the research with total numbers 22 students. This article was divided the number of sampling into to group namely Group A and B, where the group A and B consisted 11 students. The students’ result obtained and stated in the research, the researcher used t-test in inferential statistic through SPSS 21.0 program for Windows evaluation version to test the hypothesis. In pre-test, the researcher found that the t-test value was lower than the t-table (0.487 < 2.021). While in relation to the finding of post-test, the t-test value was higher than the t-table (3.948> 2.086). The result of the findings also showed that the students had high interest on the application of Phonetics Symbol materials in English pronunciation. It was proved by the mean score of the questionnaire was 85.91 which was classified into strongly interested category.]]>
<![CDATA[Integrating Google Classroom in Teaching: Changing the Learning Culture in Higher Education during a Pandemic ]]>
<![CDATA[Ismail, Ismail]]>;
<![CDATA[Mustakim, Mustakim]]>;
<![CDATA[Samad, Ita Sarmita]]>
<![CDATA[ Maspul Journal of English Studies Vol 3 No 1 (2021): Blended Learning, Language Education ]]>
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DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v3i1.954
<![CDATA[Technology integration is a benefit for students to learn differently to achieve goals and create the most important part of student life today. Google Classroom is a trend of blended learning in higher education that changes the strategy of delivering learning and teaching. The aim of this exploratory study is to investigate whether or not this application can be covered to develop or support learning in a Bachelor level of English Language Education program to facilitate student achievement. The test design was used to analyze student performance and the survey of perceptions of the use of Google Classroom was evaluated statistically using a questionnaire. The results revealed that students who participated in answering questions at the pretest found that there was no significant difference between the control group (45%) and also the experimental group (45.45%). In the posttest results, the two groups obtained an increase within the value of the final examination, however the contribution of 5th-semester students with the utilization of Google Classroom specifically benefited those with higher grades (81.82%) compared to third-semester students (70%). Moreover, the results of the student perceptions survey during this study indicate the use of Google Classroom is observed positively as a technology which will modernize dynamic learning and engagement, stimulate critical thinking and their participation if used suitably for learning functions.]]>
<![CDATA[Blended Learning Method to Optimize English Language Learning in Non-English Language Education Departments at Muhammadiyah University of Enrekang ]]>
<![CDATA[Rahman, Musdalifah Ifah]]>;
<![CDATA[Ismaya, Ismaya]]>
<![CDATA[ Maspul Journal of English Studies Vol 3 No 1 (2021): Blended Learning, Language Education ]]>
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DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v3i1.1070
<![CDATA[Limited time to direct learning in class often made learning English less effective, especially for classes with various levels of English proficiency. In a higher education climate that demands active learning, English teachers often find it difficult to help students whose English competency was below average to catch up with their peers who had good competence. In general, this compulsory course was only held for one semester. In fact, the target of learning English on campus was generally quite high, namely to make students had sufficient English proficiency so that they could write academic papers in English as an international language. To help overcome these obstacles, this study offers the use of the blended language learning method, which was a learning method that complements direct learning with distant learning using the internet. Blended language learning was able to complement the lack of direct time in class with distance learning using internet media. This research was the result of writer's experience in applying this method for one academic year along with the results obtained from the application of the blended language learning method in the teaching process. With the application of the blended language learning method, the writer found that language learning at the college level could be more effective, efficient, and more student-centered even though the author still faces some obstacles in its application.]]>
<![CDATA[The Improving Speaking Skills through Active Learning Strategy ]]>
<![CDATA[Hasan, Hasan]]>;
<![CDATA[Kahar, Abd]]>;
<![CDATA[Hermansyah, Sam]]>;
<![CDATA[Usman, Usman]]>
<![CDATA[ Maspul Journal of English Studies Vol 3 No 1 (2021): Blended Learning, Language Education ]]>
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DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v3i1.1106
<![CDATA[This research aimed at proving that active learning strategy can improve the speaking skill of the year eight students of SMP Negeri 1 Sidrap. The researcher used pre-experimental design. The population of this research was the eighth grade students and the sample was class B consisting of 26 students. The sample was chosen by purposive sampling technique. The data were collected through oral test. The pre-test and the post-test were used to measure the improvement of the students‟ speaking skill before and after the treatment. Based on the result of the pre-test and the post-test, it is obtained that the t-counted value is 6.920. By applying 0.05 level of significance and the 25 (26-1) degree of freedom, it was found that t-table value is 2.060. It shows that the t-counted value is greater than the t-table value. It means that the use of active learning strategy can improve speaking skill of the year eight students of SMP Negeri 1 Sidrap.]]>
