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The Explora
ISSN : 24429384     EISSN : 24603244     DOI : 10.51622
Core Subject : Education,
This research researches on The Explora . It is interested to publish qualitative and quantitative researches. It focuses on the impact of a teaching method to the achievement of the learners on a specific subject matter. It is also interested on the linguistic characteristic of the English language of the learners such as linguistics, language in teaching, language education, and literature. The purpose of this journal is to distribute the hottest information from the classroom instruction to the English teaching community at all levels. Article manuscripts are submitted to the editorial board for double blind review before their publication
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The Strategies of Teaching English Using Differentiated Learning in Junior High School in Sekolah Penggerak in North Tapanuli academic year 2024/2025 Rumahorbo, Rostetty S; Sinambela, Erika; Manurung, Lastri W
The Explora Vol. 10 No. 2 (2024): Agustus 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.51622/explora.v10i2.2476

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Differentiated Learning is the process of tailoring lessons to meet each student's interests, needs, and strengths, the goal of this research is to analyze the teachers’ strategies and obstacles in using differentiated learning in Sekolah penggerak. The subjects were four teachers from the Sekolah Penggerak namely SMP Negeri 4 Pahae Julu and SMP Negeri 2 Siatas Barita in North Tapanuli in North Sumatra. Interviews, observation, and documentation were applied to collect the data. Qualitative descriptive was the type of approach used in this study. The data was analyzed using triangulation consisting of three stages, namely data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion Strategies used by the teachers to accommodate the students' needs were the differentiated content, process, and product by mapping the students’ needs based on the students’ readiness, interests and learning profiles. Thus, this research concludes that the strategies in differentiated learning in class were effective and could help the students to understand the material according to the student’s needs. For further research, the researcher might scrutinize the effectiveness of differentiated learning in teaching English for student outcomes and the schools, the obstacles in teaching using differentiated learning were, that the teachers should facilitate workshops or training about differentiated learning.
To Improve Students’ Listening Skill by Using Animation Video at SMAN 1 Stabat Kabupaten Langkat Maulida Gustika; Tampubolon, Sahlan; Sinambela, Erika
The Explora Vol. 10 No. 2 (2024): Agustus 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.51622/explora.v10i2.2477

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Animation video is an alternative media to teach listening at senior high-level students. The purpose of this study to improve the listening skill of eleventh-grade students at SMA Negeri 1 Stabat at Kabupaten Langkat in the academic year 2024/2025. This study used a classroom action research method by applying animation video as an alternative teaching media. The population of this study is the eleventh-grade students consists of ten classes with a total number is 351 students. The sample of this study is 36 students (XI IPA 1). The researchers used purposive sampling to achieve the aim of study. To collect the data the researchers distributed multiple choice of listening test. The finding of this research showed that in pre-test, the students got mean score 43,75. In cycle 1, the mean score is 48,6. In cycle 2, the mean score is 60,5 or categorized moderate. In post-test, the mean score is 75,8 categorized good. So, it can be concluded that the use of animation video improved the eleventh-grade students’ listening skill at SMA Negeri 1 Stabat Kabupaten Langkat.
The Students’ Anxiety Level in Speaking English in front of the class at Eleventh Grade of SMK Negeri 1 Meranti Kabupaten Asahan Yuni Maslaila; Sipayung, Kammer; Tampubolon, Sahlan
The Explora Vol. 10 No. 2 (2024): Agustus 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.51622/explora.v10i2.2478

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This study aimed to investigate the levels of speaking anxiety among 11th-grade students at SMK Negeri 1 Meranti Kabupaten Asahan. Using a mixed-method approach, the study employs the modified Horwitz Foreign Language Classroom Anxiety Scale (FLCAS) to quantify anxiety levels and qualitative analysis to explore the specific types of anxiety and their triggers. This research used probability sampling to select 105 samples from a population of 142 students from 11th grade students of SMK Negeri 1 Meranti for the 2023 – 2024 academic year The findings revealed that (1)) the majority of students had very low anxiety levels (50.50%), moderately low anxiety (19.00%), moderate anxiety (17.10%), moderately high anxiety (9.50%), and high anxiety (3.90%) levels. The study concluded that speaking anxiety is a complex issue shaped by a combination of these internal and external variables.
EFL Students Writing Skills in Using the International Baccalaureate (IB) Curriculum of Grade 11 Students of SMA Singapore School Medan Manik, Nani Kurniaty; Pasaribu, Arsen; Manik, Sondang
The Explora Vol. 10 No. 2 (2024): Agustus 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.51622/explora.v10i2.2479

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The text emphasizes the significance of enhancing writing skills among EFL (English as a Foreign Language) students through active learning and meaningful engagement, advocating for a student-centered approach that fosters idea development through discussion and writing. It highlights the challenges faced by Grade 11 EFL students at Singapore School Medan, particularly regarding grammar mastery and practice opportunities, revealing that while 62% of students exhibit good writing skills, a notable portion struggles due to limited engagement and reluctance to communicate in English. The study suggests utilizing news media and guided practice to boost motivation and creativity, ultimately calling for more effective teaching strategies to improve writing outcomes. The sample of this study is 15 students. The researchers used purposive sampling to achieve the aim of study. To collect used the Semi-structure interview is a form of Interview. The finding of this research showed that in pre-test, the students got mean score 43,75. In cycle 1, the mean score is 48,6. In cycle 2, the mean score is 60,5 or categorized moderate. In post-test, the mean score is 75,8 categorized good. Topic writing skills in EFL students by providing one learning topic makes students active to construct meaning, text, dialogue, experience, in expressing his idea clearly at SMA Singapore School Medan
The Benefits of Joining English Speaking Club as an Extracurricular Activity : A Case Study at MA Patra Mandiri Plaju Jenni Septi Liana; Renny Kurnia Sari; Mirrah Salsabila
The Explora Vol. 10 No. 2 (2024): Agustus 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.51622/explora.v10i2.2480

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This research investigated the benefits of joining English speaking club as an extracurricular activity. The study aimed to find out the benefits of joining English club on students' speaking ability. The study used a qualitative research approach, and data was collected using interview. The participants were five eleventh-grade students who had joined the English club, one boy and four girls. The study found that there were 4 benefits gained by joining the English club. They are, The English club was more enjoyable than regular classes, the students received moral and emotional support to became confident, they got the same turn to speak, and they got new vocabulary. In short, the English club was a place for students to improve their English speaking skills and also a place for those who were interested to join many English competitions.

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