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Journey: Journal of English Language and Pedagogy
Published by Universitas Insan Budi Utomo
ISSN : 26230356     EISSN : 26545586     DOI : 10.33503/journey
Core Subject : Education,
Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media
Journal title : Journey: Journal of English Language and Pedagogy Initials and abbreviation : Journey Grade : Sinta 4 Prefix DOI : 10.33503/journey E-ISSN and P-ISSN : 2654-5586 and 2623-0356 Editor in chief : Munawwir Hadiwijaya Managing Editor : Hernina Dewi Lestari Publisher : Insan Budi Utomo University Cite Analysis : Google Scholar License : CC BY-SA Former Address : https://ejurnal.budiutomomalang.ac.id/index.php/journey Current Address : https://ejurnal.uibu.ac.id/index.php/journey is a peer-reviewed open access scientific journal which publishes all results of scientific research relating to the fields of language teaching, linguistics, and literature. This journal is publishing triannually, on March, July, and November. Contributors for this journal are academics, practitioners, and researchers in Indonesia and worldwide.
Arjuna Subject : Ilmu Sosial - Linguistik dan Bahasa
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The Use of Picture to Improve Reading Ability or Understanding Descriptive Text Yustina Cici Kondo; Munawwir Hadiwijaya
Journey: Journal of English Language and Pedagogy Vol. 5 No. 1 (2022): Journey: Journal of English Language and Pedagogy
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This research investigates the use of picture media to improve students’ ability to read and understand descriptive texts. The study addresses three main questions: (a) How is picture media implemented to enhance reading comprehension of descriptive texts? (b) How does picture media improve students’ comprehension of descriptive texts? and (c) How does picture media improve students’ overall reading ability? The participants were 25 seventh-grade students of SMP Negeri 2 Kodi Utara, Sumba Barat Daya, who were taught using picture-based learning to support comprehension development. The study employed Classroom Action Research (CAR), conducted in two cycles, with each cycle consisting of planning, action, observation, and reflection. Data were analyzed using descriptive and statistical techniques. The results show a clear improvement in students’ reading comprehension through the use of picture media. This improvement is reflected in the increase from the pre-test mean score of 1.164 in Cycle I to the post-test mean score of 1.936 in Cycle II. These findings indicate that picture media effectively enhances students’ reading ability in descriptive text learning.
The Reciprocal Strategy to Improve Students’ Reading Comprehension Leni Tamo Inya; Suhartatik Suhartatik
Journey: Journal of English Language and Pedagogy Vol. 6 No. 3 (2023): Journey: Journal of English Language and Pedagogy
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The challenge of literacy often serves as a significant barrier for students in accessing knowledge and realizing their full potential. This research stems from a deep concern regarding the low reading comprehension of students at SMP Negeri 3 Lamboya, West Sumba, NTT. The study aims to enhance students’ reading comprehension by using Reciprocal strategy. It is not merely a set of techniques, but an empowering, dialogue-based approach that trains students to assume active roles as critical thinkers and inquirers, focusing on four pillars: Summarizing, Questioning, Clarifying, and Predicting. This study involves 30 students across two cycles, focusing on gradual training and the intentional transfer of discussion leadership from the teacher to the students.The findings reveal a significant and palpable improvement, evident both quantitatively (increased test scores from pre-cycle to Cycle I and Cycle II) and qualitatively (increased student enthusiasm in discussions, greater confidence in asking questions, and the ability to self-monitor comprehension difficulties). The strategy has proven to be effective not only in boosting reading comprehension but also in fostering self-confidence and collaborative skills among the students.
The Use of Quillbot AI to Enhance Writing Skills in Descriptive Text on PBI Students 4th Semester At STKIP Bina Mutiara Sukabumi Ria Dewi Hudayani Sugara; Usman Diennur; Ajimatullah Ependi
Journey: Journal of English Language and Pedagogy Vol. 8 No. 2 (2025): Journey: Journal of English Language and Pedagogy (on going)
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Writing is one of the important skills that students should have in school. Writing activities, especially writing descriptive text, become an integral part of the learning process.  The phenomenon in the field shows that students still often have difficulties in creating descriptive texts, such as confusion in using vocabulary, difficulty finding ideas, improper writing structure, etc. This research aims to enhance students' writing skills by using QuillBot AI. The approach in this research uses a quantitative method and uses a pre-experimental, approach with a single group class. The instruments that were utilized were a writing test and a questionnaire via Google form with purposive sampling of PBI students in the fourth semester in regular class, consisting of 20 students from PBI students in the fourth semester. This research uses QuillBot AI as media and fourth-semester students as research samples, which makes this research different from previous research. The results show that employing QuillBot AI to write descriptive texts has an effect on students' writing abilities, with 95.53% of students' responses falling into the Strongly Agree. Additionally, based on the average pre-test in mean result is 76,90 and post-test mean score is in 84,70 and the paired sample t-test result is p-value is less than the significance level (0,05) its mean  the students' writing skills have improved.
TikTok as a Medium for Contextual Vocabulary Learning in EFL: Students' Perceptions and Learning Experiences Chindy Hanggara Rosa; Suhartatik Suhartatik
Journey: Journal of English Language and Pedagogy Vol. 8 No. 2 (2025): Journey: Journal of English Language and Pedagogy (on going)
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This study explores how TikTok can be utilized as a tool for teaching contextual vocabulary in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learning and examines students' perceptions of this approach. This descriptive qualitative study employed thematic analysis of interview data collected from twelve first-semester English Department students who were interviewed about their experiences learning vocabulary through TikTok content from “English With Rhys”. The findings reveal that TikTok serves as an effective alternative medium for vocabulary learning, offering accessibility, engagement, and authentic contextual examples. The twelve participants reported increased motivation due to the entertaining and accessible format, and demonstrated an improved understanding of vocabulary usage in authentic contexts. However, challenges include potential distractions from entertainment content and the need for additional strategies like note-taking and repetition for better retention. TikTok demonstrates significant potential as a supplementary tool for contextual vocabulary instruction, complementing rather than replacing formal classroom learning.​
An Analysis of Lexical Semantic Meaning in Album “Unorthodox Jukebox” by Bruno Mars Adrianus Gude; Alfridus Talan; Putu Suardana
Journey: Journal of English Language and Pedagogy Vol. 8 No. 2 (2025): Journey: Journal of English Language and Pedagogy (on going)
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Understanding the meaning of lyrics in contemporary popular music can be difficult because many expressions carry intentions that exceed their surface definitions. Responding to this issue, this study investigates how literal (lexical) meanings and context-based meanings operate in several tracks from Bruno Mars’ Unorthodox Jukebox album. The research adopts a qualitative descriptive approach in which the selected lyrics are examined through semantic classification, comparing dictionary-based meanings with the interpretive shifts that emerge from the surrounding lyrical environment. The analysis indicates that while numerous words retain straightforward lexical senses, their significance frequently expands when considered within the emotional and narrative structure of the songs. For example, in When I Was Your Man, the term man evolves from a simple reference to gender into an indicator of emotional development, regret, and accountability. Similarly, expressions such as heaven and locked out in Locked Out of Heaven evoke symbolic and affective layers not present in their literal meanings. Overall, the study highlights that a comprehensive interpretation of modern song lyrics requires attention to both lexical meaning and the contextual forces that reshape it.
The Use of Arbitrary Signs in A-Mild Cigarette Advertising: A Ferdinand de Saussure Semiotic Study Meiyanti Nurchaerani; Ario Pamungkas; Alfian; Syahiid Hidayatullah Rizkyka Hartadhi
Journey: Journal of English Language and Pedagogy Vol. 8 No. 2 (2025): Journey: Journal of English Language and Pedagogy (on going)
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This study examines the communication strategy used in the Sampoerna A-Mild cigarette advertisement “Solusi Lo, Masalah Buat Gue” within the context of Indonesia’s strict advertising regulations. Employing a qualitative descriptive approach and Ferdinand de Saussure’s semiotic framework, the research analyzes how visual and verbal signifiers such as urban heat, traffic congestion, and the motorcyclists’ actions are linked to signified meanings including frustration, pragmatism, and individual initiative. The findings show that these signs are intentionally connected through arbitrary associations that construct a narrative of resourcefulness and non-conformity. The slogan “Solusi Lo, Masalah Buat Gue” functions as the central linguistic element that unifies the advertisement’s sign system and contributes to an implied identity distinction between individuals who act creatively and those affected by such actions. The study highlights how the advertisement communicates brand identity indirectly, demonstrating how cigarette companies adapt meaning-making strategies to operate within regulatory constraints. These findings expand the understanding of semiotic mechanisms in regulated advertising and show how arbitrary sign-linking serves as a strategic tool for maintaining brand presence without explicit product depiction.
Improving Tenth Grade Students’ Vocabulary Competence Using Posters Darwati Umamit; Hernina Dewi Lestari
Journey: Journal of English Language and Pedagogy Vol. 5 No. 1 (2022): Journey: Journal of English Language and Pedagogy
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English at the senior secondary school (SMA) level plays a crucial role in helping students develop communication skills and fostering an understanding of the importance of English for enhancing the nation’s competitiveness in the global arena. However, in practice, many students still experience difficulties with vocabulary, as revealed through interviews with the tenth-grade English teacher. Poster images serve as an effective and efficient instructional medium for delivering messages or information to students. By providing visual representations of objects along with their meanings, poster images can support students in expanding their vocabulary. This study aims to describe how the use of poster images improves vocabulary mastery among tenth-grade students at SMA Islam Baitur-Rohmah Malang in 2024. The findings from classroom observations and learning activities indicate an improvement in student performance. The average score in Cycle I was 65.5, increasing to 75.5 in Cycle II. In Cycle I, 15 students (58%) achieved mastery, while 10 students (42%) had not yet met the criteria. In Cycle II, all 25 students (100%) achieved mastery. These results show that all tenth-grade students successfully reached the expected minimum mastery level (>70%) in Cycle II, with the mastery rate increasing to 100%.
The Analysis of Seventh-Grade Students’ Reading Skill through the Implementation of Cooperative Learning Method Maya Rizki Amalyasari; Debora Wunga Ate
Journey: Journal of English Language and Pedagogy Vol. 6 No. 3 (2023): Journey: Journal of English Language and Pedagogy
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Reading skills are very important for all circles, groups, and levels of education. Starting from junior high school activities, students must master reading maximally and optimally. Student skills must be nurtured and developed, and students must be skilled in Reading and master reading fluently. The researcher used qualitative descriptive research. The data collection techniques that researcher used were observation, questionnaires, student scores, and documentation. This research was conducted at SMP Bakti Luhur and the subject was 20 students of SMP Bakti Luhur. The purpose of this study was to know the difficulties found by students in reading. Based on the result of observations, researcher found three difficulties in reading, namely problems in pronunciation of words, difficulty reading many words, and difficulty reading long sentences. Result of the students’ opinions related to use cooperative learning method, the researcher can conclude that most students liked learning reading by using the cooperative learning method, this method also improved the student’s ability to read English texts. The results of scoring students on the use of cooperative learning methods showed that cooperative learning methods can improve students' reading skills and made students learn to read English texts more easily.
Using Electronic Worksheet in Teaching Hortatory Exposition Text Material for the 11th-Grade Students Maya Rizki Amalyasari; Marsha Firio Armaditya
Journey: Journal of English Language and Pedagogy Vol. 6 No. 3 (2023): Journey: Journal of English Language and Pedagogy
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In this research, the researcher developed a teaching material that was an E-LKPD. The subject of the research was 11th-grade or 2 senior high school students. The research and development method was taken on the English subject, in the 2022/2023 school year. The research aimed to create E-LKPD teaching resources for hortatory exposition writing using Liveworksheets. Along with technology development, LKPD evolved into printed teaching material that could be presented in electronic media. The teacher gave the students an assignment with an ordinary LKPD. So that, the students felt bored. Therefore, the researcher decided to make an LKPD that was communicative, interactive, and easy to access by both students and teachers. The researcher used research and development developed by Borg and Gall and modified by Khairani. There were six phases in this research, as follows (1) preliminary study (2) product planning (3) preliminary product development (4) validation by material and media experts (5) experiment by an English teacher, and (6) final product revision and development.
An Analysis of Students’ Difficulties in Speaking English Noviyana Lado; Maya Rizki Amalyasari; Hernina Dewi Lestari
Journey: Journal of English Language and Pedagogy Vol. 7 No. 3 (2024): Journey: Journal of English Language and Pedagogy
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Speaking ability in English is a core skill that reflects a learner’s overall language proficiency. However, many students still encounter various obstacles when attempting to speak. This study examines the speaking difficulties faced by eighth-grade students at SMP N 2 Waikabubak. The purpose of this research is to identify the types of difficulties students experience and the factors contributing to those challenges. The participants in this study were eighth-grade students and English teachers at SMP N 2 Waikabubak. A descriptive qualitative approach was employed, with data collected through observation checklists and interviews. Interview responses were gathered from students, and the data were analysed through stages of observation checklist review, transcription, data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing. The findings indicate that students’ speaking difficulties stem from two main sources: linguistic and psychological factors. Linguistic barriers include limited vocabulary, poor pronunciation, and inadequate grammar. Psychological factors involve low self-confidence, shyness, anxiety, and fear of making mistakes.

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