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Journal of Modern Approaches to Communication, Humanities, and Academia
Published by Akademi Merdeka
ISSN : -     EISSN : 30906245     DOI : 10.70152
Core Subject : Humanities, Education,
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MATCHA is a peer-reviewed, open-access journal that publishes original research and critical reviews in the fields of English Language Teaching (ELT), Linguistics, Applied Linguistics, and English Literature. The journal aims to bridge theoretical frameworks and practical applications, fostering interdisciplinary dialogue among scholars, educators, and practitioners. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, language pedagogy, curriculum development, discourse analysis, second and foreign language acquisition, literary studies, and the integration of technology in language education. MATCHA encourages submissions that offer innovative perspectives and contribute to the advancement of knowledge in English studies and related disciplines.
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The Effectiveness of Rosetta Stone App on EFL Learners Listening Comprehension on the Student of Sman 5 Cirebon Vica Via Vanesa
MATCHA: Journal of Modern Approaches to Communication, Humanities, and Academia Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025): MATCHA: Journal of Modern Approaches to Communication, Humanities, and Academia
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70152/matcha.v1i1.133

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This study investigates the impact of the Rosetta Stone application on enhancing listening comprehension among eleventh-grade students at SMAN 5 Cirebon, Indonesia. English proficiency is essential in Indonesia, yet many students struggle, particularly with listening skills. The research employed a quasi-experimental design, featuring pre-tests and post-tests to assess the effectiveness of the Rosetta Stone app compared to traditional teaching methods. The results indicated a significant improvement in the experimental group, which used Rosetta Stone, with average post-test scores increasing from 63.00 to 81.00. In contrast, the control group, which received conventional instruction, improved from 60.00 to 73.00. This demonstrates that the app effectively enhances students’ listening comprehension abilities. Additionally, a questionnaire revealed that student motivation to use the Rosetta Stone app was primarily driven by its engaging features and interactive video content. A majority of students expressed that these aspects significantly contributed to their learning experience. The findings suggest that integrating technology, such as the Rosetta Stone application, can lead to improved English listening skills, offering a more dynamic and effective approach to language learning. This study highlights the potential of innovative teaching methods and technological tools in fostering better language acquisition, providing valuable insights for educators aiming to enhance English proficiency in students. Overall, the Rosetta Stone app proves to be a beneficial resource in addressing the challenges of English language learning, particularly in listening comprehension.
An Analyzing of Non-Observance Maxim Types in “24 Jam Bersama Gaspar” Movie Nessa Yuanita
MATCHA: Journal of Modern Approaches to Communication, Humanities, and Academia Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025): MATCHA: Journal of Modern Approaches to Communication, Humanities, and Academia
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70152/matcha.v1i1.134

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This present study aims to analyze the non-observance maxims of one selected film. In addition to that, this current study is conducted to investigate the conversational implicature can generate in the film. The analysis of non-observance of Grice's maxims in movies is rooted in the field of pragmatics, particularly focusing on how communication unfolds beyond literal meanings. The movie 24 Hours with Gaspar is used as the object of research, providing relevant data and highlighting the role of language in human communication. This study is descriptive qualitative to collect, analyze and report the data. Earlier, the researcher watches to find dialogues related to non-observances maxims. Afterwards, the researcher remarking and identify the dialogue and calculating the amount of the data. Lastly, the researcher analyzes and categorized the related dialouges based on Grice’s theory, determining the most dominant type, and write a conclusion. The researcher found 5 dialog involving non-observance maxim, which are: opting out quantity, violating relation, violating quantity, floating quantity and foating relation. Those data were differentiated in 2 conversational implicature namely generalized and particularized.
The Effectiveness of Stimuler Application as Learning Media to Improve Students’ Speaking Skills at Vocational School Salsa Ayu Denistiani
MATCHA: Journal of Modern Approaches to Communication, Humanities, and Academia Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025): MATCHA: Journal of Modern Approaches to Communication, Humanities, and Academia
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70152/matcha.v1i1.135

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The purpose of this study is to assess the Stimuler application's effectiveness as a learning media for improving vocational school students' speaking skills. The Stimuler application was chosen for its advanced artificial intelligence features that offer real-time feedback and simulate real-world communication, which is critical in vocational education where speaking skills are essential for workplace readiness. The study utilized a quasi- experimental design, with an experimental group using the Stimuler application and a control group using conventional techniques. Both groups were assessed through pre- and post-tests. The research involved 38 participants, with 22 students in the experimental group and 16 in the control group, over a period of four weeks. Researcher calculated that the experimental group's mean post-test score increased by an average of 15.1 points (from 65.4 to 80.5), while the control group showed a minimal increase of 3.9 points (from 64.8 to 68.7). These findings highlight the Stimuler application's ability to improve students' speaking skills through its AI-powered interactive features. The significant improvement in the experimental group suggests that the tool can offer a more effective alternative to traditional teaching methods in vocational education, where communication skills are key to students' future professional success.
Investigating English Language Teachers’ TPACK Competencies on the Students’ Writing Skill Rahma Ayuditya Putri
MATCHA: Journal of Modern Approaches to Communication, Humanities, and Academia Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025): MATCHA: Journal of Modern Approaches to Communication, Humanities, and Academia
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70152/matcha.v1i1.136

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This study aims to explore English teachers' implementation of Technological Pedagogical Content Knowledge (TPACK) competencies to enhance students' writing skills. The methods used include qualitative observations and interviews, focusing on the use of technology in writing instruction, variations in TPACK implementation, impact on student engagement, and teachers' perceptions of their TPACK competencies. The findings of this study are expected to provide valuable insights for effective pedagogical practices and professional development for teachers.
Analyze Lexicological and Lexicography Example Sentences in Raissa Anggiani Songs Amelia Christianti Hutagaol
MATCHA: Journal of Modern Approaches to Communication, Humanities, and Academia Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025): MATCHA: Journal of Modern Approaches to Communication, Humanities, and Academia
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70152/matcha.v1i1.137

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This research focuses on the interpretation and use of various forms and symbols in music and aims to understand the structure, meaning and use of words in language. This research contributes to the understanding of the relationship between language, music and culture through the analysis of speech and music samples. The research method involves systematically collecting, analyzing and interpreting data using web mining and albums. The method used in this research is a descriptive method that uses a qualitative approach. Data analysis used a methodology to identify and classify data based on its content. This methodology uses lexicography to identify and classify words into lists, and then uses the data as teaching materials, categorizing them by usage, occupation, or status. This research emphasizes the importance of using various forms and symbols in linguistic expression and stresses the importance of using various symbols to effectively convey meaning and emotion.
Teachers’ Experiences Using ChatGPT for Lesson Planning in EFL Classrooms Sirniawati Sirniawati; Azran Azmee
MATCHA: Journal of Modern Approaches to Communication, Humanities, and Academia Vol. 1 No. 2 (2025): MATCHA: Journal of Modern Approaches to Communication, Humanities, and Academia
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70152/matcha.v1i2.193

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This qualitative study explores EFL teachers’ experiences using ChatGPT for lesson planning, focusing on both practical interactions and reflective perceptions. Through semi-structured interviews with eight teachers, the research investigates how ChatGPT influences lesson design, professional identity, and pedagogical thinking. Findings reveal that ChatGPT enhances efficiency by providing immediate access to diverse resources and stimulates creativity by suggesting novel teaching ideas. However, teachers also face challenges related to the contextual relevance and accuracy of AI-generated content, requiring critical evaluation and adaptation to align with local curricula and student needs. Additionally, teachers experience a shift in professional identity, viewing themselves as collaborators with AI rather than sole content creators. This shift fosters deeper pedagogical reflection and more flexible lesson design practices. At the same time, concerns about over-dependence on AI and the potential loss of authenticity highlight important ethical and professional considerations. The study emphasizes the need for balanced and critical engagement with AI tools in EFL teaching, advocating for teacher training programs that address both technical and ethical dimensions. The findings contribute to understanding the complex role of AI in language education and suggest directions for future research on AI-supported teaching practices.
AI Writing Assistants in English Language Learning: Evaluating Feedback Quality and Learner Autonomy Febri Dhany Triwibowo; Hidayat Polim
MATCHA: Journal of Modern Approaches to Communication, Humanities, and Academia Vol. 1 No. 2 (2025): MATCHA: Journal of Modern Approaches to Communication, Humanities, and Academia
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70152/matcha.v1i2.195

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As artificial intelligence (AI) writing assistants become increasingly integrated into English language learning (ELL), their influence on feedback quality and learner autonomy warrants critical evaluation. This mixed-methods study investigates how AI-generated feedback compares to teacher feedback in terms of accuracy, clarity, usefulness, and its impact on learner autonomy. Forty university-level ELLs completed writing tasks using either AI tools or instructor input. Results showed that while AI feedback was effective for correcting surface-level errors, it lacked the pedagogical depth necessary to foster meaningful learning. Teacher feedback, by contrast, encouraged reflective revision, metacognitive engagement, and greater writing independence. Despite AI tools’ convenience and immediacy, learners often accepted suggestions passively, which hindered the development of critical evaluation skills and self-regulated learning. The study concludes that AI writing assistants can serve as useful supplements in writing instruction but should not replace human feedback. Instead, a hybrid model that combines technological efficiency with pedagogical insight may offer the most effective support for developing autonomous, reflective writers.
Examining English Teachers’ Lesson Plans: A Content Analysis of Higher-Order Thinking Skill Integration Ema Meida Tunnadia; Nur Syuhada Binti Mohd Rashid
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70152/matcha.v1i2.199

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This study investigates the extent and nature of higher-order thinking skill (HOTS) integration in English teachers’ lesson plans within English as a Foreign Language (EFL) context. Using Bloom’s Revised Taxonomy as the analytical framework, the research employed a qualitative content analysis of 12 lesson plans drawn from secondary and tertiary English teachers in Indonesia. The analysis focused on identifying the presence and types of cognitive processes embedded in learning objectives, instructional activities, and assessments. The findings reveal a predominant emphasis on lower-order thinking skills (LOTS), particularly understanding and applying, while HOTS—such as analyzing, evaluating, and creating—were included less frequently and often lacked alignment across instructional components. Among the HOTS categories, analyzing appeared most commonly, whereas evaluating and creating were significantly underrepresented. This suggests a limited instructional emphasis on critical and creative thinking development in EFL lesson planning. The study concludes that while teachers may recognize the importance of fostering HOTS, structural, curricular, and pedagogical constraints often hinder their consistent implementation. Limitations of the study include the small sample size and exclusive reliance on document analysis. Future research should incorporate classroom observations and teacher interviews to gain a more holistic understanding of how HOTS are operationalized in practice.
Digital Literacy Among EFL Teachers: Navigating Technological Demands in 21st-Century Classrooms Nur Ifadloh; Adebayo Sherifat Shola; Afifah Afifah
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70152/matcha.v1i2.202

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This study investigates the digital literacy of English as a Foreign Language (EFL) teachers and the challenges and support systems they encounter in integrating technology into 21st-century classrooms. Drawing on qualitative data from semi-structured interviews and classroom observations with seven EFL teachers, the research explores the multidimensional nature of teachers' digital literacy, the systemic and emotional obstacles they face, and the informal strategies they adopt to cope. The findings reveal that digital literacy among EFL teachers extends beyond technical skill to include pedagogical adaptability and critical awareness. However, limitations such as infrastructural instability, lack of institutional guidance, and emotional resistance often hinder full digital engagement. Despite these challenges, teachers demonstrate agency by forming peer support networks, engaging in self-directed learning, and drawing encouragement from student feedback. These informal mechanisms, while valuable, highlight the absence of coordinated institutional support. The study concludes that sustainable digital integration in EFL contexts requires a holistic approach that combines technological access, emotional support, and professional learning communities. By reframing digital literacy as a dynamic and context-sensitive practice, the study contributes to ongoing dialogues around teacher agency, equity, and innovation in language education.
Voices in Transition: EFL Learners’ Interaction with AI Tools to Improve Speaking Zahratun Nufus; Pooveneswaran Nadarajan
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70152/matcha.v1i2.208

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This study explores how English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learners experience and make sense of their interactions with Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to develop speaking proficiency. Using a narrative inquiry approach, in-depth interviews and reflective journals were collected from 12 learners who regularly used ChatGPT, ELSA Speak, Duolingo, and MySpeaker Rhetorich. Grounded in Sociocultural Theory and Swain’s Output Hypothesis, the analysis examined how AI mediated learners’ cognitive and affective engagement within their Zones of Proximal Development. Findings revealed that AI tools created psychologically safe spaces, reduced speaking anxiety, and provided immediate, precise feedback, fostering greater fluency, accuracy, and learner autonomy. Learners valued AI’s personalization and accessibility but also noted limitations in cultural nuance, humor, and emotional depth, positioning AI as a supplement rather than a substitute for human interaction. This study offers qualitative insights into the affective and social dimensions of AI-mediated speaking practice, highlighting strategies for integrating AI into EFL pedagogy to support both linguistic development and emotional readiness for communication.

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