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PERFORMANCE: JOURNAL OF ENGLSH EDUCATION AND LITERATURE
ISSN : 14120003     EISSN : 30895790     DOI : -
Core Subject : Education,
PERFORMANCE Journal of English Education and Literature is a peer-reviewed journal, published by English Department, Faculty of Language and Literature, State University of Makassar. Authors and researchers are encouraged to submit complete unpublished works or research findings, which are not under review in any other journals. The scopes of the journal include but are certainly not limited to the following interests: English teaching, English linguistics, Literature written in English, English sociolinguistics, English psycholinguistics, English Antropolinguistics, Translation studies in English, English phonology, English morphology, English semantics, English syntax, and other related areas. The journal is published in both printed and online versions. The online version is free to access and download.
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The Effect of English Courses on Students’ English Learning at SMAN 3 Gowa Almira, Nisa; Noni, Nurdin; Korompot, Chairil Anwar
PERFORMANCE: JOURNAL OF ENGLISH EDUCATION AND LITERATURE Vol 4, No 1: February (2025) Performance: Journal of English Education and Literature
Publisher : State University of Makassar

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26858/performance.v4i1.70900

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This research highlights the effect of English courses on English learning to find out (1) the difference in achievement or achievement of students who take courses and students who do not take courses, and (2) the difference in English language performance of students who take courses and students who do not take courses. This research uses mixed methods by taking a sample of 30 students of class XII SMAN 3 Gowa using a purposive sampling technique. The instruments used were documentation, observation, and interview. Thirty students as representatives of documentation, namely the English report card scores of odd semester students of class XII, fifteen students as representatives of students who take courses, and students who do not take courses were observed and interviewed regarding how the difference in English performance of students who take courses and students who did not take courses. 30 students were selected, 15 students were selected because they take English courses and 15 students were selected who did not take English courses. This method used criteria that have been chosen by the researcher in selecting samples, namely inclusion criteria where the inclusion criteria are the sample criteria that the researcher wants based on the research objectives with various criteria such as students who have fairly high scores and not very high scores such as 87, 88, 89 in English subjects. This was tested using an SPSS version 22 independent t-test to determine whether there is an effect of the course on English learning. The researcher obtained a significant result of 0.049 < 0.05 which means that there is a difference in achievement between the students who take English courses and those who do not take English courses on student English learning at SMAN 3 Gowa.Keywords: English course, English learning
LANGUAGE STYLE IN MIRACLE FROM HEAVEN MOVIE: A SOCIOLINGUISTIC STUDY Putri R., Ananda Athira; Halim, Abd; Abdullah, Abdullah
PERFORMANCE: JOURNAL OF ENGLISH EDUCATION AND LITERATURE Vol 1, No 1 February (2022): Performance: Journal of English Education and Literature
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26858/performance.v1i1 August.36749

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The researcher analysed the Miracle From Heaven movie. This analysis focused on the use of language style and the factors in the Miracle From Heaven movie. This study aimed to describe the types of language style and describe the factors that influenced the characters in the Miracle From Heaven movie. This study used a descriptive qualitative method and focused on the theory of Martin Joos (1976) and Holmes (2001). Supporting data in this research data was obtained from various references such as journals, books, articles, theses, and online sources. The applied data analysis used interactive model analysis involving data reduction, data display and conclusion (Miles, Hubermen & Saldana, 2014). The results of this study indicated that there are 5 types of language style contained in Miracle From Heaven movie, those were frozen style (1), formal style (9), consultative style (7), casual style (3), and intimate style (20). In addition, this study also showed the factors that influenced the characters’ use is participants, setting, function, and topic.  Keywords— Miracle From Heaven, Language Style
Aggravating Language Used by Male and Female Characters’ in The Bad Boys Movies Pamuji, Indah Ratri Sekar; Pradipta, Bramantya
PERFORMANCE: JOURNAL OF ENGLISH EDUCATION AND LITERATURE Vol 4, No 1: February (2025) Performance: Journal of English Education and Literature
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26858/performance.v4i1.70890

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This research aims to analyze the types of aggravating language, and find differences in the use of aggravating language in characters’ utterances in Bad Boys for Life (2020) and Bad Boys Ride or Die (2024). This research uses a descriptive qualitative method. This study uses data sources from the utterances of the movies Bad Boys for Life (2020) and Bad Boys Ride or Die (2024) and uses data on all characters in the movies Bad Boys for Life (2020) and Bad Boys Ride or Die (2024). The research used theory by Lachenicht (1980) to analyze aggravating language. The results of this study are 50 aggravating language, 6 off-record, 10 bald on record, 18 positive aggravation, and 16 negative aggravation. The study indicated that male characters often using aggravating language than female characters to assert dominance of their position and show power to the interlocutor, as well as illustrating how the roles of men and women in socializing, especially the intent and purpose in using aggravating language.        Keywords: Aggravation Strategy; Language; Movies Bad Boys; Pragmatics; Speech Act
Teachers’ Difficulties in Implementing Kurikulum Merdeka at SMK Negeri 1 Makassar Haifa, Farha Sahafa; Sunra, La; Aeni, Nur
PERFORMANCE: JOURNAL OF ENGLISH EDUCATION AND LITERATURE Vol 4, No 1: February (2025) Performance: Journal of English Education and Literature
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26858/performance.v4i1.70902

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The objective of this study was to identify teachers’ difficulties in implementing Kurikulum Merdeka. The research utilized a descriptive qualitative approach, specifically employing a case study method. The subject of this research was teachers at SMK Negeri 1 Makassar. The researcher used an observation checklist and interviews as instruments to collect data in this research. Based on the findings of the researcher, the results show several difficulties for teachers in designing and implementing teaching modules, namely (1) teachers difficulties in determining the dimensions of the teacher's Pancasila student profile, (2) teachers have difficulties connecting lessons and teaching modules in vocational schools, (3) teachers face difficulties with the lack of school facilities and infrastructure, (4) teachers have difficulties recognizing the character of each student, (5) teachers have difficulties implementing teaching modules based on time allocation,(6) teachers have difficulties determining remedial measures. The results also show the teacher's efforts to overcome these problems are (1) by download the kurikulum merdeka package book, (2) teachers learn to understand each element in Pancasila student profile, (3) teachers increase their understanding of teaching module components, (4) teachers learn independently regarding the preparation of independent curriculum teaching modules.Keywords– Difficulties, Teaching Module, Kurikulum Merdeka
The Power of Figurative Language in Game Storytelling: A Case Study of Mouthwashing Ridwan, Andi Shafiyah Salsabila; Hasbi, Muh.
PERFORMANCE: JOURNAL OF ENGLISH EDUCATION AND LITERATURE Vol 4, No 1: February (2025) Performance: Journal of English Education and Literature
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26858/performance.v4i1.70892

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Video games, as a 21st-century storytelling medium, integrate interactive elements and visual artistry to engage players on a personal level. This study aims to explore the role of figurative language using in the psychological horror game Mouthwashing by analyzing how literary devices like hyperbole, irony, metaphor, and symbolism enrich its narrative and thematic depth. This study used a descriptive qualitative research design where the data was obtained from the game’s non-linear storytelling and symbolic dialogue.  Qualitative discourse analysis was employed and centered on the figurative language that characterizes the game Mouthwashing to criticize societal issues such as corporate neglect and personal despair, while enhancing emotional immersion and horror tension. The finding demonstrates how figurative language is integral to shaping character development, conveying complex themes, and engaging players in reflective experiences. The study also reveals that figurative language transforms Mouthwashing game into a sophisticated narrative art form, illustrating the evolving role of video games as platforms for artistic and social expression. Keywords: Figurative Language, Linguistics, Mputhwashing, Video Game
Teachers' Questioning Strategies During English Class Interaction in Junior Secondary School Ananda, Ismawati; Noni, Nurdin; Korompot, Chairil Anwar
PERFORMANCE: JOURNAL OF ENGLISH EDUCATION AND LITERATURE Vol 1, No 4: November (2022) Performance: Journal of English Education and Literature
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26858/performance.v1i4.71178

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The objective of this study was to find out the teacher’s questioning strategy in teaching English at SMP Muhammadiyah Limbung and to find out the improvement of students’ motivation in learning English through the teacher’s questioning strategy. This research used the qualitative method. This study consisted of 10 subjects: 2 teachers and 8 students. Data were collected through observation and interviews. The results of the data analysis show that teachers use questioning strategies by applying two types of questioning strategies and using two types of questions in each teaching meeting. The use of probing question strategy which belongs to the display question type, and divergent question strategy which belongs to the referential question type, in asking questions is dominant. This depends on the material the teacher is presenting to the students. The findings of this study also show a positive impact on students’ learning motivation on the use of questioning strategies teachers apply in English learning activities in the classroom.Keywords: English Teacher Questions, Questions Strategies, and Students’ Motivation
Improving Students' Speaking Performance Through Team-Made Question Technique Amin, Fatimah Hidayahni
PERFORMANCE: JOURNAL OF ENGLISH EDUCATION AND LITERATURE Vol 1, No 3 August: (2022) Performance: Journal of English Education and Literature
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26858/performance.v1i3 August.71169

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The major problems of this study were how to improve the speaking performance in terms of speaking accuracy covering acceptable pronunciation, correct grammar, and appropriate word choice and speaking fluency of the Business English students, Faculty of Languages and Arts, State University of Makassar, in 2005/2006 academic year, class B through the use of team-made question technique and what were the students’ attitudes toward the technique. In fact, based on the result of research, it is found that the use of team-made question technique can improve the students’ speaking performance in terms of speaking accuracy covering acceptable pronunciation, correct grammar, and appropriate word choice and speaking fluency and the students’ attitudes were strongly positive toward the technique. It is worth noting that the use of team-made question technique can create active and interactive learning situations concerning the effective implementation in teaching and learning process, especially in speaking class.Keywords: Speaking performance: accuracy and fluency, team-made question technique
Cultural Values of How People Dress in The “Cruella” Movie Haris, Yusriana; Abdullah, Abdullah; Fitriyani, Fitriyani
PERFORMANCE: JOURNAL OF ENGLISH EDUCATION AND LITERATURE Vol 4, No 2: May (2025) Performance: Journal of English Education and Literature
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26858/performance.v4i2.72598

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This research analysed “Cultural Values of How People Dress in the Cruella Movie”. The analysis of this research focuses on character in the movie. This research aimed to determine the cultural values of how people dress in Cruella movie and the meaning of cultural values of how people dress in Cruella movie. This research used a descriptive qualitative method. The data of this research were obtained from the “Cruella” movie. The data analysis applied using interactive model analysis which includes data reduction, data display, and conclusion (Miles & Huberman, 2014). The results of this research indicated that there were 7 types of cultural values used by character in the Cruella movie namely, intellectual autonomy, affective autonomy, embeddedness, egalitarianism, hierarchy, harmony, and mastery.Keyword: Cultural values, meaning, dress 
Students’ Perceptions of the Effectiveness of Online Learning in Intensive Speaking Course Fadilla, Andi Aenul; Muhayyang, Maemuna; Munir, Munir
PERFORMANCE: JOURNAL OF ENGLISH EDUCATION AND LITERATURE Vol 4, No 2: May (2025) Performance: Journal of English Education and Literature
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26858/performance.v4i2.72584

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 This study aims to investigate students' perceptions of the effectiveness of online learning in intensive speaking courses. The research method used is the descriptive-qualitative method. The participants in this study were students of the 2022 class of the English Language Education study program, Makassar State University for the 2022/2023 academic year. Eight students were selected as participants using a simple random sampling technique. The instrument of this research is an interview. Qualitative descriptive analysis was used to analyze the data collected in the interview transcripts. Overall, students have positive and negative perceptions of the effectiveness of online learning in intensive speaking courses. The students revealed that online learning in intensive speaking courses had positive and negative impacts on their learning process. Positive perceptions of online learning in intensive speaking courses include 1) increasing skills, 2) flexibility, and 3) increasing self-confidence. In contrast, the negative perceptions found from online learning in intensive speaking courses are 1) non-technical constraints, 2) technical constraints, and 3) lack of interaction. Even though students' perceptions varied, based on the data obtained, students' positive perceptions are more dominant than their negative perceptions. In addition, they all argued that online learning in intensive speaking courses was effective. Therefore, it can be concluded that online learning in intensive speaking courses is effective.Keywords— Intensive Speaking Course, Online Learning, Effectiveness, Students’ Perceptions
The Impact of Using English Short Stories in Building Students’ Characters Salsabila, Nurul; Talib, Ahmad; Sofyan, Ryan Rayhana
PERFORMANCE: JOURNAL OF ENGLISH EDUCATION AND LITERATURE Vol 4, No 2: May (2025) Performance: Journal of English Education and Literature
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26858/performance.v4i2.72591

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This study aims to determine the impact of using English short stories in building Students’ characters. It employs a qualitative research method with a qualitative descriptive design involving 7 students in the third grade of SMA Negeri 3 Makassar. Data collection techniques include observation, interviews, and documentation. The results of this research found that the study reveals five impacts on students’ characters. The impacts are, students’ behavior that lead to positive behavior, increasing students’ empathy and responsibility character, help students prevent the negative traits, and the last one is students find that there are positive impacts of using English short stories including, increasing language skills, increasing the interest of literacy, and also there is positive character formation in students.  Keywords— Factors, Students' Understanding, Daily English Vocabulary.

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