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VERBA: Journal of English Language Issues, Trends and Studies
Published by Universitas Islam Makassar
ISSN : ""     EISSN : 29628652     DOI : 10.59638
Core Subject : Humanities, Science, Education,
Humanities Computer Science & IT Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media Library & Information Science
VERBA: Journal of English Language Issues, Trends and Studies is a journal published by the English Education Department, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Islam Makassar. This journal aims to publish and disseminate the results of research and studies on English. The published Articles are the results of research or thought in the field of English studies conducted by researchers, teachers, and education practitioners. This journal publishes three times a year in January, May, and September.
Arjuna Subject : Seni dan Humaniora - Bahasa dan Linguistik
Articles 40 Documents
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ENGLISH SPEAKING CLUB TO BUILD UP STUDENTS’ SPEAKING SKILL Muthmainnah Mursidin; Sulviana Sulviana; Ningsih Ningsih
ADHILINGUA: Journal of Language Education, Lilnguistics and Literature Vol 1 No 1 (2023): VERBA: Journal of English Language Issues, Trends and Studies
Publisher : English Education Department, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Islam Makassar

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The objective of this research are: (1) to determine whether or not students' speaking skills are enhanced by the English speaking club, (2) , to determine whether or not students' self-confidence is enhanced by the club. Students in their second year at SMPN 25 Makassar were the subjects of this study. This research made use of experimental research methods. The research involved two classes: one that served as a control and one that served as an experiment. There were three types of tests used to collect the data: pre-test, post-test, and questionnaire. In this study, a quasi-experimental approach was used. Forty students from two different classes were involved. The experimental group received instruction from an English speaking club, while the control group used conventional way. In order to get the numbers, SPSS 24 was used. Upon examination, the statistics were determined to be consistent and within normal limits. This study's findings reveal a notable disparity in the level of proficiency in oral communication between students who participated in an English speaking club and those who did not. As the p-value is less than or equal to 0.05, the calculated significance value of 0.00 is less than or equal to 0.05. Consequently, we accept the null hypothesis as the basis for our investigation. It means that the English speaking club effectively build up the students’ self-confidence in speaking skill at the second year’s student of SMPN 25 Makassar.
VERBAL COMMUNICATION IN ENGLISH CLASSROOM INTERACTION Muhammad Chairil Imran; Jusmaniar N; Renita Renita
ADHILINGUA: Journal of Language Education, Lilnguistics and Literature Vol 1 No 1 (2023): VERBA: Journal of English Language Issues, Trends and Studies
Publisher : English Education Department, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Islam Makassar

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The aim of this study is to investigate the various forms and impacts of verbal communication in the English classroom interaction between the teacher and eighth-grade students at SMPN 11 Makassar. This study employed descriptive qualitative research methodologies. The research involved a single teacher and eight students in grade 14 at SMPN 11 Makassar. The research included various instruments, including interviews, observation checklists, and video recordings, to investigate the verbal communication utilized by both teachers and students within the classroom. Furthermore, the analysis encompassed not only films but also the outcomes of discussions and interviews to examine the many forms and impacts of verbal communication. The researchers's findings in this study identified four distinct categories of verbal communication: intrapersonal, interpersonal, small group, and public communication. Additionally, the study revealed three specific effects of verbal communication: cognitive and emotional.
DRTA IN ENHANCING STUDENTS’ READING SKILL Rizka Indahyanti; Sitti Nurjannah; Lindi La Uni
ADHILINGUA: Journal of Language Education, Lilnguistics and Literature Vol 1 No 1 (2023): VERBA: Journal of English Language Issues, Trends and Studies
Publisher : English Education Department, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Islam Makassar

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The aim of this study is to determine the enhancement of students' reading comprehension through the implementation of Directed Reading-Thinking Activity (DRTA). The research design employed a Quasi-experimental approach, involving the participation of two distinct groups. The study consisted of an experimental group and a control group, with multiple choice tests being used as the research instrument. This research is carried out at SMA Negeri 8 Maros by selecting the first-year students as the target population. The researcher utilized the cluster random sampling technique, selecting class X IA 1 as the experimental group and X IS 1 as the control group. Data is collected through both pretest and posttest assessments. The pretest is administered to assess the students' prior reading achievement prior to implementing the treatment, while the posttest is conducted to determine the students' achievement following the treatment. The research examines the usage of DR-TA as the independent variable in teaching reading comprehension, while the dependent variable is the students' achievement in acquiring reading comprehension. The data analysis of the students' pretest and posttest revealed that the mean value of the experimental group (71.10) is higher than that of the control group (48.90). It suggests that implementing the DR-TA method enhances students' reading performance.
ENGLISH TEACHER TEACHING STYLE ANALYSIS Sulviana Sulviana; Muhammad Chairil Imran; Nurain Ali
ADHILINGUA: Journal of Language Education, Lilnguistics and Literature Vol 1 No 1 (2023): VERBA: Journal of English Language Issues, Trends and Studies
Publisher : English Education Department, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Islam Makassar

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The aim of this study was to ascertain the following: (1) Which teaching styles are employed to enhance students' English proficiency? (2) Determine the students' perspectives on the instructional methods employed by eighth-grade instructors at SMPN 30 Makassar. The investigation was conducted at SMPN 30 Makassar. The design of this study was qualitative analysis. The research population comprised eighth-graders from SMPN 30 Makassar. There are 397 students enrolled in the eighth grade in total. This study's sample consists of ten students and three instructors. The data were gathered through interviews, observations, and documentation by the researcher. (1) According to the findings of the study, students' English proficiency could be enhanced to a greater extent by instructors employing The Total Physical Response (TPR). (2) The eighth-grade students' perceptions of their teachers' teaching styles are as follows: they prefer active teaching styles in the classroom; they prefer games because they can play while learning; it provides fun and enjoyment in the learning process; and they believe that the Total Physical Response (TPR) is a teaching style that can improve their ability to speak English.
CROSSWORD GAME IN IMPROVING STUDENTS’ ENGLISH VOCABULARY Sitti Nurjannah; Rizka Indahyanti; Putri Handayani
ADHILINGUA: Journal of Language Education, Lilnguistics and Literature Vol 1 No 1 (2023): VERBA: Journal of English Language Issues, Trends and Studies
Publisher : English Education Department, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Islam Makassar

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This study is to investigate whether or not students' vocabulary may be improved through the use of crossword puzzles. The participants in this study were students from class VII of SMPN 16 Makassar, which is divided into two classes: VII-4, which served as the experimental class, and VII-6, which served as the control class. Each class has a total of twenty-three students. As a result of receiving treatment, the results demonstrated that the score was in an excellent position. After taking the test, students in the experimental class had an average score of 88.13, which was significantly higher than their pre-test score of 76.47. On the other hand, the average score for the control class before the test was 59.95, and the average score after the test was 66.86. It has been determined that the utilization of crossword puzzles is effective in enhancing the English vocabulary of students in the seventh grade at SMPN 16 Makassar.
EXPLORING THE IMPLEMENTATION OF TIKTOK VIDEO PROJECT ON STUDENTS’ SPEAKING PERFORMANCE Rahmah Julianti
ADHILINGUA: Journal of Language Education, Lilnguistics and Literature Vol 1 No 3 (2023): VERBA: Journal of English Language Issues, Trends and Studies
Publisher : English Education Department, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Islam Makassar

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This study aims to explore the implementation of Tiktok video project in improving speaking skills to provide a more profound comprehension of how TikTok videos impact students' performance by acknowledging the aspects of speaking and the students’ issues in speaking. This study applied qualitative research. There were 36 students involved in the observation on their speaking ability and 17 students were interviewed randomly to explore the students’ perceptions. The implementation of Tiktok video project yielded enhancements in the students’ speaking performance encompassing various aspects such as pronunciation, grammar, vocabulary, comprehension, and fluency. Based on the observation and the students’ perspectives, the progress of the aspects was predominantly attributed to the heightened motivation and increased confidence exhibited by the students which prompted a greater focus, extended study efforts and increased practice. Thus, the utilization of the TikTok video project is particularly well-suited for application in speaking classes, especially benefiting students with lack of motivation and confidence.
THE BENEFITS OF INTERNET IN LEARNING ENGLISH FOR ENGLISH DEPARTMENT STUDENT Sinta Dewi Anggun
ADHILINGUA: Journal of Language Education, Lilnguistics and Literature Vol 1 No 3 (2023): VERBA: Journal of English Language Issues, Trends and Studies
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This study aims to evaluate the perceptions related to the benefits of using the internet in English learning for fifth-semester students of the English Education Department. This research study used qualitative research. Instrument in this study was questionnaire, the data was collected from 15 statement items covering aspects such as the importance of the internet in learning, the benefits of using the internet, learning independence, improvement of language skills, and the positive impact of the internet in various language skills. There were 15 respondents who were asked to answer the questionnaire. Based on the questionnaire, the results showed that the majority of students agree that the internet is important in learning (73.3%) and provides significant benefits (60%). They also tend to agree that the internet improves learning independence (26.7%) and English language skills (33.3%). However, there were variations in perceptions regarding speaking and listening skills. Although most felt motivated by online content (46.7%), this study highlights the importance of developing teaching strategies that suit students' preferences and needs.
GRAMMAR TRANSLATION METHOD TO ENHANCE STUDENTS’ WRITING SKILL Muhammad Chairil Imran; Muthmainnah Mursidin; Mujahidah Adawiah
ADHILINGUA: Journal of Language Education, Lilnguistics and Literature Vol 1 No 2 (2023): VERBA: Journal of English Language Issues, Trends and Studies
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This research seeks to find out the following: 1) whether the Grammar Translation Method improves the writing abilities of students. 2) Ascertain the level of student interest in incorporating the Grammar Translation Method into their educational journey. All participants in this study were students enrolled in classes VIII.1 and VIII.3 at SMP Negeri 1 Pallangga. Investigative methods and a quantitative approach were employed by the researchers. The methods of data collection consist of written examinations and surveys. The research incorporated a population of 396 students and utilized samples from two classes: class VIII.1, which served as the experimental class, and class VIII.3, which functioned as the control class; the combined number of students from these two classes was 72. Applying the Grammar Translation Method to writing skills can result in a substantial enhancement of the teaching and learning process, according to the findings of this study. The mean score for the Experiment class on the pre-test was 56.83, whereas the Control class scored 55.28. The post-test averages were 72.86 for the Control class and 76.58 for the Experimental class. Based on the research findings, it can be inferred that the implementation of the Grammar Translation Method enhances students' writing proficiency and fosters their engagement in the learning.
THE IMPLEMENTATION OF STUDENTS ACTION LEARNING STRATEGY TO IMPROVE STUDENTS’ SPEAKING SKILL Jusmaniar N; Sulviana Sulviana; Aulia Rinjany Putri Sulya
ADHILINGUA: Journal of Language Education, Lilnguistics and Literature Vol 1 No 2 (2023): VERBA: Journal of English Language Issues, Trends and Studies
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This study intends to increase students' English speaking skills through the use of learning methodologies. This study was designed for quantitative approaches and included a time series design. This investigation was carried out in class VIII, with forty students participating. This study uses clusters to collect data samples, and the instrument utilized is a speaking exam. During each of the four meetings, data was collected using a pre-test and post-test format. To determine the findings of the problem formulation, researchers employed SPPS 24. According to the research findings, the average value of pre-test 1 is 59.13, followed by pre-test 2 at 62.0, pre-test 3 at 58.25, and pre-test 4 at 58.38. The average values for post-test 1 are 70.38, post-test 2 is 72.75, post-test 3 is 76.75, and post-test 4 is 74.9. According to the pre-test and post-test results, students experienced changes in the learning process, and there was a slight increase in speaking comprehension in English, so it can be concluded that, while the pre-test score decreased, the post-test results test had an average score that slightly increased from before after researchers used action learning strategies.
TEACHERS QUESTIONING STRATEGIES IN ELT Rizka Indahyanti; Muthmainnah Mursidin; Nadya Nadya
ADHILINGUA: Journal of Language Education, Lilnguistics and Literature Vol 1 No 2 (2023): VERBA: Journal of English Language Issues, Trends and Studies
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This research examines the questioning strategy used by teachers during classroom interactions in English Language Teaching (ELT). Attending classes in grades X and XII. A study was done to investigate the types of questions used by English teachers in English language instruction (ELT) and the role of teachers' questioning methods in ELT classrooms. The study was carried out at UPT SMA Negeri 7 Enrekang. This study use qualitative descriptive methodology. The instruments utilized for data collection include interviews, observation, and documentation. Two English professors participated as responses. The research findings indicate that English teachers at UPT SMA Negeri 7 Enrekang utilize several sorts of questions with specific functions during the learning process. 1. Display questioning; 2. Procedural Questions; 3. Referential Questions. The subsequent function inquiries are as follows: 1. Diagnostic function; 2. Instructional role; 3. Motivational function. These findings can serve as a guide for teachers to improve the way they pose questions in language classes, particularly by considering students' past knowledge on the issue to elicit better responses. The diagnostic, instructional, and motivational functions are crucial for teachers to effectively control their communication during the teaching and learning process. Through these functions, teachers can engage students in lessons, stimulate their thinking, and present them with challenging problems to contemplate.

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