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English Language Teaching Methodology (ELTM)
ISSN : 28281586     EISSN : 28100352     DOI : https://doi.org/10.56983/eltm.v2i1.45
Core Subject : Social,
English Language Teaching Methodology (ELTM), Provides research results related to teaching methods that refer to general principles, pedagogies, and management strategies used in the classroom during the teaching and learning process related to language development. The ELTM journal also Formulates a framework to describe various language teaching procedures: approaches, methods, designs, procedures, and learning techniques.
Articles 181 Documents
AN ANALYSIS OF MARKETING MAJOR STUDENT ON ENGLISH SPECIFIC PURPOSE AT SMKN 1 ACEH BARAT DAYA Aswarni; Moetia, Meristika
English Language Teaching Methodology Vol. 4 No. 2 (2024): English Language Teaching Method
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56983/eltm.v4i2.1496

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The purpose of this study was to ascertain what instructional resources SMKN I Aceh Barat Daya's marketing students require and analyzing student’s needs in learning English in this school. This research was also influenced by the marketing students' background, that the material provided did not specifically address the marketing department and the teachers only used English textbooks in general material. This research used descriptive qualitative as the research method. The instruments used to collect data are questionnaires and interview. Data analysis in this study is analysis Data Reduction, Data Display, and Conclusion Drawing. The results at this study showed that the teacher still use general for vocational schools and ESP is not yet implemented at SMKN I Aceh Barat Daya. Second, the data interview indicated that the English language skill most needed by marketing students is speaking. In addition, teacher and students agreed that speaking is a helpful skill to support their future work.
THE ROLE PLAY TECHNIQUE TO IMPROVEMENT THE STUDENT’S SPEAKING SKILL FOR THE 8th GRADE STUDENTS AT SMPN 1 BLANGPIDIE ACEH BARAT DAYA Nasihah, Isti Qomaton; Moetia, Meristika
English Language Teaching Methodology Vol. 4 No. 2 (2024): English Language Teaching Method
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56983/eltm.v4i2.1497

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The research was conducted to effectiveness of role-play in improving students' speaking skills SMPN 1 Blangpidie Aceh Barat Daya, and increasing their motivation by utilizing this role-play technique. This research was influenced by students' perception that speaking skills are one of the most challenging aspects of learning English. The study employed a quantitative descriptive research method. Data analysis was conducted using a paired t-test. The results indicate that students have benefited from using the role play technique. The success of using role play in the classroom was obtained from exposure to real data statistical calculation of t-test 4.37 and t-table value 2. 093. Roleplay improved student motivation and is also effective in improving students' speaking skills in class.
STUDENT READING ANXIETY OF ENGLISH LEARNING CLASS AT XI GRADE Rianawati, Devi; Pradana, Dian Arief; Anwar, Saiful; Pambayun, Rizki Nurfida
English Language Teaching Methodology Vol. 4 No. 2 (2024): English Language Teaching Method
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56983/eltm.v4i2.1534

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This study investigates the factors contributing to reading anxiety among eleventh-grade students learning English as a foreign language at MA NW Islamic High School. Utilizing a qualitative research approach, the researchers conducted observations and interviews to gather in-depth insights into students' experiences and perceptions of reading anxiety. The data analysis process, guided by the framework established by Matthew B. et al. (2014), involved data reduction, visualization, inference, and validation to identify key themes and patterns. The findings indicate that 60% of the students’ exhibited signs of anxiety during reading activities, with significant sources of this anxiety including fear of making mistakes, challenges in understanding complex texts, and difficulties with unfamiliar vocabulary. Emotional responses such as embarrassment and self-consciousness were also prevalent, further exacerbating students' reluctance to engage in reading tasks. The study highlights the critical need for educators to recognize and address these anxiety-inducing factors, thereby fostering a supportive learning environment that enhances students' confidence and competence in reading English texts. Addressing reading anxiety is essential for improving students' learning outcomes in English language education. By implementing tailored interventions and support strategies, educators can help mitigate anxiety levels, promote effective reading practices, and ultimately enhance students' overall academic performance. This research underscores the importance of creating a nurturing educational atmosphere that empowers students to overcome their reading challenges and succeed in their language learning journey.
INTEGRATING A BILINGUAL TO IMPROVE LEARNING OUTCOMES AT AT SRJ STATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Afifah, Lia nur; Pradana, Dian Arief; Anwar, Saiful; Rohmah, St. Shabibatul
English Language Teaching Methodology Vol. 4 No. 2 (2024): English Language Teaching Method
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56983/eltm.v4i2.1535

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In today’s globalized world, English language proficiency is essential for academic and professional success. This study investigated the effectiveness of a bilingual learning approach in improving English language skills among second grade students at Sumberrejo Elementary School in Banyuwangi. The study involved 16 students and implemented a strategy that integrated Indonesian as a first language (L1) with English as a second language (L2). Using Classroom Action Research (CAR) methodology, this study conducted tests that showed an increase in students’ English language skills, with an average score increasing from 79.6% to 86.1%.These findings highlight the benefits of a bilingual approach. Integrating L1 and L2 in the learning process facilitates better understanding and retention of English concepts, reduces cognitive load, and increases students’ self-confidence. The use of culturally relevant local materials engages students by making learning more relevant and stimulating.This study underscores the importance of using students’ mother tongue as a scaffold in English language learning. The bilingual method successfully overcomes language barriers and creates an inclusive classroom atmosphere, improving linguistic skills and enhancing cognitive abilities such as problem solving.Despite the diverse backgrounds of students, the bilingual approach effectively meets individual learning needs and preferences. This study concludes that the implementation of bilingual strategies, complemented by relevant local content, can significantly improve English teaching and learning in primary schools.    
ACTION RESEARCH ON MOBILE LEARNING AS A MEDIA TO INCREASE ENGLISH VOCABULARY SKILLS Kartika; Pradana, Dian Arief; Pambayun , Rizki Nurfida; Afriani, Imroatul Husna
English Language Teaching Methodology Vol. 4 No. 2 (2024): English Language Teaching Method
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56983/eltm.v4i2.1537

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This study is a classroom action research (CAR) conducted by researchers to improve the quality of learning. This class action research uses mondly as an additional learning media in the classroom to learn vocabulary. Mondly is a language-learning app with a range of engaging features. This study selected Mondly as a tool for classroom learning. The subject of this research is class 12b students at MA N.W school, totaling 20 students. This research using data from pre-test and post-test results as well as observations made by researchers and English teachers to measure student participation and engagement. This study was conducted in a limited time to improve students' scores. The researcher found significant results from the pre-test score of 66.4% and the post-test score of 76.8%, which showed a 10% increase in student vocabulary from the average result. The results of the observation also showed an increase in student activity from 65% to 75%, which showed that students were active in answering questions, and also students collected work sheets on time. It can be concluded that this study has progressed in terms of grades and student engagement between the first and second meetings. Conclusively, Mondly proved to be effective as an additional learning medium due to its engaging features, which kept students motivated and active in class. These findings suggest that integrating Mondly into classroom teaching can have a positive impact on students' learning outcomes in vocabulary.  
TRANSLATION APPLICATIONS IN EFL CLASSROOM: INSIGHTS FROM STUDENT PERCEPTIONS Siumarlata, Viktor; Sallata, Yizrel Nani; Rachel
English Language Teaching Methodology Vol. 4 No. 2 (2024): English Language Teaching Method
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56983/eltm.v4i2.1541

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With the advanced and innovative development of Information and Communication Technologies (ICT), translation apps have gained popularity. As a language learning tool, translation app has become increasingly popular among students, especially those who are learning a new language on their own. Learning a foreign language can be a challenging task, especially if you are not fluent in the language you are trying to learn. However, with the help of modern technology, translation apps can be one of the tools to help learn a new language. The objective of this research is to investigate the students’ perception on the use of translation applications. This study uses a qualitative method. Researchers applied this method to describe students’ perceptions about the use of translation apps in learning foreign languages. The results of this study indicate that the sixth semester srudents of English Education Study Program of UKI Toraja (Christian University of Indonesia Toraja) have 2 different perspectives in responding to the use of translation applications in learning foreign languages, namely positive and negative perspectives. From the positive perspective, mostly students stated that translation app in learning are really helpful in translating languages, increasing vocabulary, translation apps speed us up in translating languages, easy to use, and some of them are free. From negative perspective, most of the students stated that translation app can make them lazy to learn new things and become dependent, so there is no effort to try to increase knowledge
THE EFFECTIVENESS OF OME TV AS POINT TO POINT COMMUNICATION IN TEACHING ENGLISH SPEAKING SKILL AT SMKN 1 GOWA Mawarni; Ampa, Andi Tenri; Ul Haq, Muhammad Zia
English Language Teaching Methodology Vol. 4 No. 3 (2024): English Language Teaching Method
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56983/eltm.v4i3.284

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This research aimed to find out whether the use of Ome Tv as point to point communication effective in improving students’ speaking skill in terms of vocabulary and pronunciation after being taught trough Ome Tv at the second grade of SMKN 1 Gowa. The researcher applied pre-experimental method with one group pre-test post-test design and the data were collected by giving pre-test, treatment, and post-test. The population of this study was students from Tourism Industry Department at SMKN 1 Gowa in the academic year 2021/2022. The number of population was 29 students consist of one class. The sample of the research was second grade which consisted of 29 students’. The sample was taken by total sampling technique because small population. The researcher findings show that the mean score of the students’ in vocabulary is proved by post-test was 65.14% is higher than the mean score of the students’ in pre-test 43.34%. Mean score of the students’ pronunciation is proved by post-test was 64.00% is higher than the mean score of the students’ in pre-test 44.00% and the value of the t-test is greater that t-table (t-test>t-table). Vocabulary was greater than t-table (13.280>1.701), the test value of pronunciation was greater than t-table (15.905>1.701). It means that the null hypothesis (H0) was rejected and the alternative hypothesis (H1) was accepted. In other words, using Ome Tv was effective in improving students’ speaking skill in terms of vocabulary and pronunciation.
LECTURERS’ STRATEGIES IN ENGLISH SPEAKING CLASS AT UNIVERSITAS MUHAMMADIYAH MAKASSAR Haris, Nurfareha; Dewi, Ratna; Daddi, Herlina
English Language Teaching Methodology Vol. 4 No. 3 (2024): English Language Teaching Method
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56983/eltm.v4i3.462

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This research aimed to find out the differences of the strategies used by both lecturers and to find out the targets that planned to be achieve in using each strategy especially in speaking class at Universitas Muhammadiyah Makassar.The research applied Descriptive Qualitative Method using observation and interview sheet as instrument of the research, the subject in this study was two English speaking lecturers. Subject was taken by using the Purposive Sampling Technique. The data obtained was also analyzed using data reduction, data display, and data verification.Based on the research findings, in teaching speaking, Lecturer A used Presentation and Talks Strategy with the materials “Giving Compliment” and “Making Testimony” with the target students are able to make verbal presentation and used various forms of expression in everyday life. Meanwhile Lecture B also used Presentation and Talks Strategy with the materials “Present Perfect Tense” and “Passive Voice” with the target to make students say something in English with a good grammar and good pronunciation. Lecturer A & B have differences target in teaching English speaking, but they still have a correlation which they wanted to make students speak or talk actively.
FOCUS GROUP DISCUSSION AS COMMUNICATIVE ACTIVITY IN ENCHANCING STUDENTS’ SPEAKING SKILL AT SMAN 5 BARRU Nirma; Sujariati; Ariana
English Language Teaching Methodology Vol. 4 No. 3 (2024): English Language Teaching Method
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56983/eltm.v4i3.473

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This article identifies a problem with students' ability to speak in public, especially in the use of English. Therefore, the researcher provides a method as a goal to improve the speaking ability of students specifically in the use of English. therefore, researching a method in this case Focus Group Discussion as a Communicative Activity in Improving Students' Speaking Skills at SMAN 5 Barru. From this article, speaking improvement can be contained from two things, namely looking at the conversation and how much vocabulary is used as a benchmark for improving students' speaking. The method used by the researcher is a quantitative research model with three stages, namely pre-test, treatment and post-test to obtain results. From these results, after being given the Focus Group Discussion method, there was an increase from before the method was given. Therefore, the Focus Group Discussion method is good to use in the learning process to improve students' speaking skills, especially in learning English.
TEACHING ENGLISH SPEAKING SKILL THROUGH CAKE APPLICATION FOR TENTH GRADE STUDENTS OF SMA MUHAMMADIYAH 1 UNISMUH MAKASSAR Hasmin, Fauzia; Akib, Erwin; Maharida
English Language Teaching Methodology Vol. 4 No. 3 (2024): English Language Teaching Method
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56983/eltm.v4i3.971

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This research aims to find out is there any improvement of the students’ speaking accuracy especially in their vocabulary and pronunciation by using “CAKE” application for the tenth grade students of SMA Muhammadiyah 1 Unismuh Makassar. The researcher used a pre-experimental research using quantitative design. The population was the tenth grade students of SMA Muhammadiyah 1 Unismuh Makassar and the sample was X MIA class that was selected by using purposive sampling technique. The instrument used was speaking test which contain pre-test, treatment and post-test.The research findings indicated that the use of “CAKE” application in teaching speaking accuracy especially in vocabulary and pronunciation were giving significant effect to the students’ speaking ability. It was proved by the mean score of students speaking accuracy in vocabulary of the pre-test was 66.84 then improved to be 77.04 in post-test and the mean score of students’ speaking accuracy in pronunciation of the pre-test was 66.08 then improved to be 77.08 in post-test. In addition, t-test value higher than the t-table value (17.791>2,064). It means that there is an improvement by using “CAKE” application to improve students’ speaking accuracy in vocabulary and pronunciation.