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BATARA DIDI : English Language Journal
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ISSN : 28303385     EISSN : 28303202     DOI : https://doi.org/10.56209/badi.v2i1.56
Core Subject : Education, Social,
BATARA DIDI : English Language Journal covers all theories and practices of English Language Study including English language teaching & learning, English for Specific Purpose, English language assessment, philosophy of language, literature, and linguistics
Articles 36 Documents
Hybrid Flexible in Teaching English at Junior High School in Post Pandemic Era Patimah, St.; Sahril, Sahril; Aeni, Nur
BATARA DIDI : English Language Journal Vol. 3 No. 1 (2024): BATARA DIDI : English Language Journal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56209/badi.v3i1.70

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This research was designed to investigate hybrid flexible in teaching English. There were 32 students participated in this research by using the purposive sampling method. This mixed-methods study looked into the hybrid flexible method implemented in teaching English, the benefits of using hybrid flexible method and the challenges of applying hybrid flexible. A structured interview, observation and a questionnaire were used to gather the data. According to the findings of the study, the majority of students are able to enhance their English vocabulary with the aid of hybrid learning that is adaptable to their needs. Students find hybrid learning to be highly beneficial since it helps them gain new language and improve their vocabulary abilities. The flexible hybrid learning method makes learning enjoyable and provides students with access to a variety of sources of information, particularly the Internet. The student must be able to use the technology needed to access the content or course, as face-to-face and online learning will be required. These strategies are quite beneficial for students since they assist them in learning a new language or expanding their vocabulary. Aside from that, the findings of this study will be of great assistance to educators who seek to use this method in the classroom to improve the academic performance of their students, particularly in the post-pandemic era.
The Use of Wattpad Application for Reading Skill in EFL Classroom Aini, Nurul; Pambudi, Lutfia Arum; Nisa, Aulia
BATARA DIDI : English Language Journal Vol. 3 No. 1 (2024): BATARA DIDI : English Language Journal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56209/badi.v3i1.76

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The objective of this study was to investigate the attitudes around the use of the Wattpad application as a tool for enhancing reading skills within the context of English as a Foreign Language (EFL) classrooms. The present study used a quantitative research methodology. The researcher administered a questionnaire to a group of students on their use of the Wattpad program. The participants in this research consisted of students enrolled in the English department at IAIN Kediri. The study sample consisted of 30 students from the English department. The findings indicate that 70% of respondents selected the option for item number 1. The use of the Wattpad application for enhancing reading skills in the English as a Foreign Language (EFL) classroom has been shown to have a beneficial impact. The conclusive findings of a questionnaire, including a total of 10 elements, indicated a majority agreement among participants. The Wattpad program may be deemed a valuable tool for enhancing reading proficiency in the English as a Foreign Language (EFL) classroom. The Wattpad program serves as a valuable tool for English language acquisition, offering students an enjoyable and engaging learning experience that mitigates feelings of boredom. The empirical evidence suggests that Wattpad serves as a proficient instrument for facilitating language acquisition.  The use of the Wattpad program has shown to be a beneficial method for enhancing kids' reading proficiency.
An Analysis of Factors Influencing the Students’ Phonemic Awareness in Speaking Activities Sari, Mayang; Noni, Nurdin; Korompot, Chairil
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56209/badi.v3i1.79

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This research used descriptive quantitative method. The sample consisted of 18 participants from MA Al Hidayah Bakke. The objective of the research is to find out the factors influencing the students’ phonemic awareness by carrying out questionnaire. In this research, there were four factors influencing the students’ phonemic awareness in speaking activity such as practicing time, language difference, motivation, and phoneme teaching and learning in the school. The result shows that as EFL learners there are four factors influence the students’ phonemic awareness such as practicing time is categorized as sufficient factor, language difference is categorized as strong factor, motivation is categorized as strong factor and phoneme teaching and learning is categorized as strong factor.
The Perceptions of Using Duolingo Application in Learning English for Student's Vocabulary Mastery Fakhrurriana, Ria; Nisa, Aulia; Noni, Nurdin
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56209/badi.v3i1.82

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The objective of this study was to investigate the attitudes around the use of the Duolingo program as a tool for enhancing students' vocabulary proficiency in the English language. The present study used a quantitative research methodology. The researcher administered a questionnaire to a group of students on their use of the Duolingo program. The participants in this research consisted of students enrolled in the English department at IAIN Kediri. The study sample consisted of 30 students that were enrolled in the English department. The findings indicate that 70% of respondents selected the option "Agree" for item number 1. This suggests that the usage of the Duolingo program for English language learning positively impacts students' vocabulary proficiency. Furthermore, the overall results of the 10-item questionnaire indicate a general agreement among participants. The Duolingo program may be seen as a valuable tool for acquiring vocabulary. The Duolingo program is a valuable tool for acquiring proficiency in the English language, since it not only facilitates learning but also enhances student engagement by providing an enjoyable and non-monotonous learning experience. The empirical evidence suggests that Duolingo is a proficient instrument for acquiring language skills.  The use of the Duolingo program has shown to be a successful method for enhancing pupils' proficiency in vocabulary.
EFL Teacher Strategies for Reducing Student Anxiety in Learning English Syahrunnisa, Syahrunnisa; Atmowardoyo, Haryanto; Sunra, La
BATARA DIDI : English Language Journal Vol. 2 No. 3 (2023): BATARA DIDI : English Language Journal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56209/badi.v2i3.89

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This research aims at identifying the measures that EFL teachers take to minimize learners’ anxiety in English learning at MA Arifah Indonesia particularly from the aspect of anxiety and second language acquisition. The study adopted a concurrent triangulation design in which quantitative data was collected from the questionnaires while qualitative data was collected from interviews. The study shows that anxiety arising from fear of negative evaluation, communication apprehension, and test, hurts the students’ performance in speaking activities and academic achievement. Most of the students benefited from approaches adopted by the teacher such as behaviour modification and support from classmates and Gradualiliarly Increasing the Task Difficulty. But as the results of the students’ feedback reveal, it is not enough for the students, especially those with higher levels of anxiety, to employ these methods; therefore, they require other kinds of interventions, including practices based on mindfulness. The study also brings out the impact of worry on test performance, and there is a need to analyse the existing strategies of assessments to provide for the worried students. Such results suggest that EFL education needs to be more comprehensive to include psychological intervention into learners’ mental state and teaching methods that are best suited for these learners in order to introduce change for a better learning environment.
An Analysis of Speech Act Strategy Used by Teacher in Teaching English as Foreign Language Sriwahyuni, Sriwahyuni; Noni, Nurdin; Jafar, Muhammad Basri
BATARA DIDI : English Language Journal Vol. 3 No. 2 (2024): BATARA DIDI : English Language Journal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56209/badi.v3i2.92

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This research elucidated and examined the practice of teacher speech actions in the context of teaching English as a second language. The present study used qualitative research approaches. The present study investigated the verbal expressions of professors at Universitas Negeri Makassar. The data consisted of teacher comments and other utterances. The researcher actively participated in all aspects of this inquiry, including the whole process from concept to data report. Data was obtained by audio video and observational methods. The data was gathered, documented, chosen to align with study objectives, organized into data sheets, and then analyzed and assessed using Searle's speech act theory. The study revealed that the teacher used many speech acts, including locutionary, illocutionary, and perlocutionary activities. There were 122 words (51.69%) that had locutionary actions. There was a total of 107 illocutionary activities, accounting for 45.33% of the utterances, and 7 perlocutionary acts, or 2.97%. Teachers using speech acts in English instruction use them to validate, rectify, elucidate, apprise, and assert on behalf of their students. Directives include a range of directives, such as reminders, requests, instructions, and warnings. Expressive words include expressions of gratitude, warm greetings, praises, and dissatisfaction. Compliments are reciprocal in nature. Instructions were used by teachers the most often, accounting for 93 instances or 45.15 percent of all speech activities. The purpose of the teacher's speech was to pose an inquiry.
Students’ Speaking Skills through Communicative Language Teaching Basir, Achmad
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56209/badi.v3i1.97

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This study was designed to increase the English speaking of students by implementing Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) approach in the second grade of Department of Dental Nurse Politeknik Kementerian Kesehatan Makassar. The subject taught was the English for Dental Nurse and the sample used in this study was class A as a control group and class B as an experimental group. This study implemented quasi experimental design with nonequivalent control group design.  The result of this study showed significant greater improvement in students’ English speaking by implementing Communicative Language Teaching approach for experimental class than implementing Grammar Translation Method for control group.  The study’s findings demonstrated that Grammar Translation Method was not as successful at increasing students’ speaking as Communicative Language Teaching (CLT).
Addressing the Challenges of English Language Acquisition among Social Science Students in Resource Constrained Environments syafriwana, syafiwana
BATARA DIDI : English Language Journal Vol. 2 No. 3 (2023): BATARA DIDI : English Language Journal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56209/badi.v2i3.104

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A portrayal of pedagogical, motivational and resource dilemmas that hinder students in the acquisition of English language is discussed in this study. The study shows that students hardly bothered to learn English because they do not see any relevance of the language to their future professions. This is made worse by conventional theories which have insisted on mechanical language acquisition, memorization, drilling for grammar rules and structures without the development of communicative efficiency, and lack of instruction based on the individual learning abilities of the learners. Also, extreme scarcity of resources such as the English texts and technological facilities sufficiently affect opportunities of student language practice beyond the classroom. The study suggests that it is necessary to use more comprehensive approaches for overcoming these challenges such as changes is curricular in order to align it to English and students and their career needs, using more communicative and interactive methods, and supporting teachers for the implementation of differentiation. The study brings out important information that aligns well with other research done on language education especially in the developing countries so a policy maker or a practitioner you will find useful information to act on.
Sociolinguistic Communicative Competence of Graduate English Language Education Students in Classroom Interactions Pratiwi, Suciaty; Hasib, Mujib
BATARA DIDI : English Language Journal Vol. 3 No. 2 (2024): BATARA DIDI : English Language Journal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56209/badi.v3i2.107

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The sociolinguistic communicative competence idea pertains to an individual's ability to proficiently comprehend, produce, and use language in a way that is congruent with the particular situation. Therefore, it is important to thoroughly examine the students' level of competency while they participate in classroom activities, especially throughout the process of engaging in conversations. The present study was carried out at Pascasarjana UNM, including a sample of English graduate students in their third semester. A single class consisted of a total of 25 pupils. The researcher used a discourse analysis methodology to examine and interpret the collected data. A comprehensive collection of six recordings was undertaken to document the students interactions throughout class, supplemented by an additional five recordings derived from the interview segments. Subsequently, the transcriptions underwent meticulous scrutiny and analysis, with a specific emphasis on the student’s sociolinguistic proficiency as outlined by Sato & McNamara (2019) in the context of speech actions. The findings unearthed a diverse array of sociolinguistic communicative ability among graduate students, including assertive force, directive force, commissive force, and expressive force. The students used their abilities to embrace their classmates, provide crucial information, inquire, articulate expectations, provide ideas, and condense the subject. Through the analysis of the functions, it was determined that students mostly used a directed approach, characterized by their reliance on questioning. This method was used 67 times, representing 28% of the overall usage. By comprehending the communication patterns of students, instructors may customize their approach and pinpoint efficacious learning tactics for each person.
Orientalist Desires and Gothic Manifestations: A Study of William Beckford's 'Vathek' Hamad, Fatimah Harbi; Mkhailef, Mishaal Harb
BATARA DIDI : English Language Journal Vol. 3 No. 2 (2024): BATARA DIDI : English Language Journal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56209/badi.v3i2.109

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This study offers a critical analysis of Gothic motifs and Orientalist themes in William Beckford’s Vathek with a view of how the latter contributes to the construction and reproduction of the ideological boundaries between the East and the West which are underpinned by cultural and moral differentialism. This way, the research illustrates how fear, horror and the supernatural are mobilised by Beckford to represent the Oriental as a space that is inherently dangerous and spiritually degenerate. The focus is also made on how the settings of the novel the confusing, infernal halls of Eblis, the vast, mysterious landscapes are not just the background, but characters themselves who embody and intensify the main character’s moral and spiritual degeneration. Furthermore, the penetration provided by the study gives insights as to how figures such as Nouronihar and Carathis exemplify yet disrupt the Orientalist stereotype of the fatal female. Due to this research, the interconnectivity between Gothic and Orientalist Studies has been presented, and it gives an insight into how socio-political imperialisms such as culture supremacy are perpetuated by Vathek. In other words, the findings enrich extant scholarly debate by offering an analytic of how the two architectonic styles weave together in the novel, to create cultural and moral ideologies.

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