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International Journal of Research in Education (IJRE)
Published by Universitas PGRI Semarang
ISSN : -     EISSN : 27453553     DOI : https://doi.org/10.26877/ijre
Core Subject : Education,
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The International Journal of Research in Education (IJRE) is a leading peer-reviewed journal for the publication of articles of interest to researchers in education. The journal has rapidly become a major focal point for the publication of educational research from throughout the world. It disseminates original, peer-reviewed studies covering all subfields, disciplines, and levels of analysis in the field of education research. Additionally, it promotes submissions from all fields of study and educational levels throughout life. IJRE seeks the highest quality submissions that represent a variety of viewpoints, subjects, settings, and methodologies, including interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary work.
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Exploring Students’ Perception of Speech Practice in Academic Speaking Subject for Fifth-Year Students Ila Wulan Windari; Farid Noor Romadlon; Rusiana
International Journal of Research in Education Vol. 6 No. 1 (2026): Issued in January 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26877/ijre.v6i1.2567

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In the era of globalization, public speaking is becoming increasingly important in various fields, especially for EED students as future educators, where they must present material and lead class discussions effectively. However, many struggle to develop it, such as with anxiety and a lack of confidence. This research aims to describe the perceptions of EED students at Muria Kudus University regarding speech practice in the Academic Speaking subject during the 2024/2025 academic year, in terms of the activities, benefits, and challenges. This research uses a qualitative method with a phenomenological approach. Data were collected from 10 fifth-semester students of the English Education Department (EED) at Muria Kudus University through open-ended questionnaires and analysis of the academic speaking syllabus (RPS) regarding speaking activities, learning outcomes, and teaching methods. Thematic analysis was used to examine the data, and credibility was ensured through data triangulation by comparing questionnaire results with the syllabus content. The findings indicate that overall, students have positive perceptions, highlighting increased confidence, fluency, and organization of their ideas, after participating in speech practice using repetition strategies. Additionally, five aspects of verbal behavior were found to align with Skinner's theory, while two aspects did not. However, there are challenges such as nervousness, limited vocabulary, and fear of making mistakes, but this does not hinder the improvement of skills. 
The Impact of Task-Based Language Teaching on Students’ Listening Proficiency Using Song Lyrics Putriani, Mareta; Hamzah, Intan
International Journal of Research in Education Vol. 6 No. 1 (2026): Issued in January 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26877/ijre.v6i1.2688

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This research focuses on assessing the effectiveness of the Task-Based Language Teaching (TBLT) approach combined with English song lyrics in improving students' listening skills and analyzes the connection between students' perceptions and their listening outcomes. A quasi-experimental design was utilized with 59 tenth-grade students from a senior high school in Bandar Lampung,  divided into an experimental group (n = 30) and a control group (n = 29).The experimental group participated in five TBLT-focused lessons that included English song lyrics, whereas the control group underwent traditional listening instruction. Data were gathered via pre- and post-listening assessments and a 15-item Likert-scale survey. Findings indicated that the experimental group demonstrated a substantially higher enhancement in listening performance, recording an average post-test score of 92.50 (SD = 9.53) versus the control group's average of 53.96 (SD = 18.63). Responses to the questionnaire revealed very favorable views across three areas (mean range = 4.5–4.7), such as the learning environment, the use of songs as educational tools, and teaching effectiveness. Pearson's correlation analysis revealed a highly strong and significant positive association between perception scores and listening performance (r = 0.992, p < 0.001). Results indicate that incorporating song lyrics into TBLT produces a synergistic impact where emotional involvement and cognitive understanding support one another, making it a particularly effective teaching approach for EFL classrooms.
Integrating Genre Based Approach with Canva to Improve Twelfth Grade Students' Reading Comprehension Septiari, Fatma; Ayu, Mutiara
International Journal of Research in Education Vol. 6 No. 1 (2026): Issued in January 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26877/ijre.v6i1.2805

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This study investigates the effectiveness of the Genre-Based Approach (GBA) integrated with Canva in enhancing students’ reading comprehension. Despite the growing emphasis on reading skills in English language learning, many students still struggle to understand text structures, identify key ideas, and recognize specific vocabulary. This gap highlights the need for innovative approaches that combine structured pedagogy with digital media. The objective of this study was to determine whether the integration of GBA and Canva could significantly improve students’ reading comprehension. The research was conducted at SMA Negeri 8 Bandar Lampung with 28 second-grade students as participants. A pre-test and post-test design was employed, and the instrument used consisted of 40 validated multiple-choice items. Data analysis was carried out using SPSS with a paired sample t-test. The findings showed a substantial increase in the mean score, from 24.46 in the pre-test to 33.57 in the post-test, resulting in a mean difference of 9.11 points. The statistical test confirmed the significance of this improvement, with a p-value of .000 (< .05). These results demonstrate that the application of GBA supported by Canva effectively enhances reading comprehension skills. It can be concluded that structured genre-based instruction, when combined with engaging digital tools, provides a meaningful and effective learning experience in secondary education.
A Sociolinguistic Analysis of Code-Mixing in YouTube Podcast Discourse: The Case of Naura Ayu Utari, Siti Amaliana; Zulferdi, Lazuar Azmi
International Journal of Research in Education Vol. 6 No. 1 (2026): Issued in January 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26877/ijre.v6i1.2926

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Code-mixing has become a pervasive linguistic phenomenon in both spoken and digital communication, where speakers combine elements from different languages in a single discourse. In multilingual contexts such as Indonesia, code-mixing reflects speakers’ linguistic creativity and social identity. However, despite its increasing occurrence on social media, limited research has examined how code-mixing practices are shaped by situational factors and communicative intentions in online podcast interactions. This study aims to identify the types and factors of code-mixing based on Hoffman’s (1991) framework found in a YouTube video podcast on the Puella ID channel, focusing on the speaker Naura Ayu, an Indonesian actress. Employing a qualitative descriptive method following Sudaryanto’s (2015) analytical model, data were collected through systematic recording and transcription techniques from a single episode entitled Masa Lalu Naura yang Gak Kamu Tahu (aired on May 16, 2021). A total of 45 instances of code-mixing were identified and analyzed through categorization, verification, investigation, and conclusion stages. The findings indicate that intra-sentential code-mixing is the most dominant (31 instances), followed by intra-lexical mixing (4 instances) and pronunciation changes (3 instances), with six complex cases involving overlapping features. The analysis further reveals two main influencing factors: the discussion of particular topics and the speaker’s intention to emphasize ideas. These linguistic choices demonstrate how code-mixing functions not merely as a linguistic habit but as a deliberate communicative strategy to enhance rhetorical effect, express identity, and achieve discourse fluency.
Basic Concepts of Human Resource Management and Its Challenges in the Modern Era of Education Nuriyah, Dwi; Al Emira, Korinna; Muazza; Aprillitzavivayarti
International Journal of Research in Education Vol. 6 No. 1 (2026): Issued in January 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26877/ijre.v6i1.2939

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This study aims to analyze the basic concepts, functions, challenges, and strategies of human resource management in education in the modern era. This study uses a library research method with a descriptive-analytical approach, which examines various scientific literature, books, and journals published between 2015 and 2025 that are relevant to human resource management in education. The results of the study indicate that human resource management in educational institutions has evolved from an administrative function to a strategic function focused on developing teacher professionalism, digitizing work systems, and improving the welfare of educators. The main challenges identified include the acceleration of digital transformation, demands for teacher professionalism, and the need for global competencies balanced with moral and ethical values ​​in education. The conclusion of this study confirms that the success of educational institutions is highly dependent on the ability of human resource management to adapt to technological changes and globalization, while maintaining the humanistic dimension in the learning process. The urgency of this research lies in the importance of a sustainable transformation of HR management in education that is oriented towards strengthening teacher capacity so that they can face the dynamics of 21st-century education effectively and with dignity.
Roblox as Media for Students’ Language Output in Daily Conversation Sari, Novita Kartika; Adi, A.B. Prabowo Kusumo; Andini, Sukma Nur
International Journal of Research in Education Vol. 6 No. 1 (2026): Issued in January 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26877/ijre.v6i1.2985

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This study investigates the use of Roblox as a medium to enhance students’ language output in daily conversation classes. The research was conducted at BBC Semarang with six students from the Dynamic Conversation class who had no prior experience using Roblox. Employing a mixed-methods design, the study combined quantitative assessment of speaking performance—covering content, pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar—with qualitative insights from classroom observations, questionnaires, and interviews. The findings demonstrate that Roblox-based activities effectively improved students’ motivation, confidence, vocabulary, fluency, and collaboration. The interactive and task-based design of Roblox scenarios facilitated contextual language use. It supported real-time communication, aligning with the principles of the Interaction Hypothesis and Task-Based Language Teaching. Despite initial technical challenges, students reported positive experiences and increased willingness to communicate. These results highlight the potential of immersive game-based environments in supporting EFL learners’ speaking development.
Integrating Tourism Marketing into ESP: Teachers’ Perspectives from a Vocational Education Context Widhi, Bidari Andaru; Nirwana, Baiq Nadia; Zamroni
International Journal of Research in Education Vol. 6 No. 1 (2026): Issued in January 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26877/ijre.v6i1.3100

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This study examines teachers’ perceptions of integrating tourism marketing concepts into English for Specific Purposes (ESP) instruction at SMKN 1 Gerung, a vocational high school that offers a Tourism Destination major. As the tourism industry increasingly demands graduates with strong English proficiency and marketing communication skills, ESP programs are expected to provide learning experiences that reflect real professional practices. Teachers’ perceptions are crucial in this process because their beliefs, pedagogical knowledge, and instructional decisions directly influence the implementation and success of curriculum integration. Adopting a qualitative descriptive design, data were collected from 8 ESP teachers through semi-structured interviews, supported by document analysis and classroom observations to ensure methodological triangulation. Qualitative analysis revealed that teachers generally hold positive views toward integrating tourism marketing, as they believe it can improve students’ language proficiency, increase their motivation, and strengthen their ability to communicate effectively in workplace-related contexts. However, several challenges were identified, including limited availability of authentic and up-to-date teaching materials, insufficient professional development in tourism marketing, and weak collaboration between the school and tourism industry stakeholders. These challenges hinder teachers’ ability to design industry-relevant ESP lessons. The study highlights the need for curriculum updates, the development of authentic tourism marketing resources, and structured professional development programs. Overall, the findings offer important insights into improving curriculum design, teacher professional development and school-industry collaboration to enhance the quality, relevance, and industry alignment of ESP instruction in tourism-focused vocational education settings.
AI Integration in English Language Teaching: Junior High School Teachers’ Perceptions and Readiness in Ogan Ilir, South Sumatera Susilo, Agung; Firdaus, Masagus; Yukamana, Hanni
International Journal of Research in Education Vol. 6 No. 1 (2026): Issued in January 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26877/ijre.v6i1.3108

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is increasingly reshaping educational practices worldwide, particularly in language learning. This mixed-methods study investigates English teachers’ perceptions and readiness toward AI integration in junior high schools in Ogan Ilir, South Sumatra, Indonesia, an under-resourced and largely rural context that remains underrepresented in global AI-in-education research. Guided by the Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge (TPACK) framework and technology acceptance perspectives, the study examines how teachers’ technological competence, pedagogical readiness, and institutional conditions interact to shape AI adoption in English language teaching (ELT). Data were collected through questionnaires, interviews, and classroom observations and analyzed using descriptive statistics and thematic triangulation. The findings indicate that teachers hold generally positive view on AI and recognize its potential to enhance instructional effectiveness, student motivation, and personalized learning. However, their readiness for AI integration remains moderate, constrained by limited professional development, inadequate digital infrastructure, insufficient AI literacy, and policy-related gaps. By foregrounding teachers’ voices from a rural context, this study extends international ELT and AI-in-education scholarship beyond technologically advantaged settings. This research adds empirical support to discussions of equitable AI integration while underscoring the importance of context-specific professional development, institutional infrastructure, and ethical governance in fostering sustainable AI-mediated ELT practices.
Islamic Education Learning Motivation: How the STAD Cooperative Model Impacts Students Felgiansyah, Hauzzan; Sunarto; Yusnita, Erni
International Journal of Research in Education Vol. 6 No. 1 (2026): Issued in January 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26877/ijre.v6i1.3169

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This study aims to analyze the effect of the Student Teams Achievement Division (STAD) cooperative learning model on students’ learning motivation in Islamic Religious Education (Pendidikan Agama Islam/PAI) at SMA Muhammadiyah 2 Bandar Lampung. The research employed a quantitative approach using a quasi-experimental design involving two groups: an experimental class implementing the STAD model and a control class receiving conventional instruction. The research instrument was a PAI learning motivation questionnaire consisting of 20 items. The validity test indicated that 18 items were valid, while the reliability test yielded a Cronbach’s Alpha coefficient of 0.848, indicating high reliability. The result of data analysis was preceded by the Shapiro–Wilk normality test, which demonstrated that the data were normally distributed (Sig. experimental class = 0.140; control class = 0.752). However, the homogeneity test revealed that the data variances were not homogeneous (Sig. < 0.05). Consequently, hypothesis testing was conducted using the Mann–Whitney U test. The results of the Mann–Whitney U test showed an Asymp. Sig. (2-tailed) value of 0.000 (< 0.05), indicating a statistically significant difference in learning motivation between the experimental and control classes. The novelty of this study lies in the application of the STAD model in Islamic Religious Education by integrating cooperative group work with Islamic values to enhance students’ learning motivation. These findings underscore the importance of employing innovative instructional models in PAI learning to foster a conducive, student-centered learning environment. Theoretically, this study contributes to the enrichment of cooperative learning literature within the context of Islamic education.
Enhancing EFL Listening Through Structured Autonomous Use of British Council Learn English Audio Materials Yeni Daniarti; Muhammad Arie Firmansyah; Dedy Alamsyah
International Journal of Research in Education Vol. 6 No. 1 (2026): Issued in January 2026
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26877/ijre.v6i1.3274

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Listening proficiency often lags behind other English skills for EFL university students, particularly in engineering programs where limited class hours restrict systematic practice. While previous studies have highlighted the benefits of podcasts and online audio resources for developing listening skills, most of these studies have relied on short-term, teacher-led classroom interventions and have rarely structured learners’ autonomous engagement with a specific platform. This study aimed the effect of independent engagement with the British Council LearnEnglish audio series on the listening proficiency of autonomous EFL learners in an informatics engineering program. Furthermore, there is limited quasi-experimental evidence on the impact of guided independent listening programs using the British Council LearnEnglish audio series on university students' listening proficiency, especially in Indonesian higher education contexts. The experimental group (n = 15) received eight weeks of independent listening alongside regular instruction, while the control group (n = 15) received only regular instruction. A 40-item standardized listening test was administered pre- and post-test, and gain scores were analyzed using an independent samples t-test. The results revealed substantially greater proficiency gains for the experimental group, demonstrating the intervention's superior efficacy over conventional approaches. These results suggest that a structured, autonomous listening program using the British Council's LearnEnglish series can significantly improve listening proficiency in engineering-based English as a foreign language (EFL) programs with limited classroom time. Therefore, future research should examine long-term retention and cross-disciplinary scalability.

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