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Maspul Journal of English Studies (Majesty)
Published by Universitas Muhammadiyah Enrekang
ISSN : -     EISSN : 26570157     DOI : https://doi.org/10.33487/majesty
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Maspul Journal of English Studies (MAJESTY) is an academic journal that provides a scholarly forum for the exchange of ideas, research findings, and current developments in the broad field of English studies. The journal welcomes contributions from academics, researchers, lecturers, teachers, and practitioners from diverse institutions and disciplinary backgrounds. MAJESTY focuses on English language teaching, applied linguistics, linguistics, literature, translation, literacy, discourse studies, cultural studies, and other relevant areas within English studies. Through this scope, the journal seeks to contribute to the advancement of knowledge, theory, and practice that support language learning, communication, literacy development, intercultural understanding, and educational innovation.
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Transforming Lecturer Identity: Exploring the Emotional and Professional Impact of Teaching on Novice Lecturers in Early Career Academia Elihami Elihami; Muwafiq Ibrahim Mas’ud; Hadi Pajarianto; Ismail Ismail; Sri Rosmiana
Majesty Journal Vol. 7 No. 1 (2025): Digital Literacy_Language teaching_Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v7i1.17

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This study investigates the emotional and professional impacts of teaching on novice lecturers at Universitas Muhammadiyah Enrekang, focusing on the process of identity transformation. New lecturers face numerous emotional and professional challenges, including stress, role ambiguity, and feelings of isolation, particularly during the initial years of teaching. This research adopts a qualitative approach, using semi-structured interviews with 22 novice lecturers from various academic disciplines to gain insights into their experiences. The study found that institutional support, particularly mentorship from the Chair of the Department and peer collaboration, plays a crucial role in helping lecturers navigate these challenges and develop a professional identity. Although the institution provides some support, findings suggest that more structured mentorship and additional resources are necessary to better support novice lecturers. The study contributes to existing literature on the identity formation of novice lecturers, especially in non-Western academic settings, and highlights the need for tailored support strategies that address the specific challenges faced by new faculty members. These insights are valuable for improving institutional practices and enhancing the professional satisfaction and development of novice lecturers.
A Study on the Transformative Public Library Usage of the Second Semester Students of STKIP Muhammadiyah Enrekang Ita Sarmita Samad; Ismail Ismail
Majesty Journal Vol. 1 No. 1 (2019): Majesty: Language Education
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v1i1.18

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This study was aimed at knowing the extent to which the use of the transformative public library of the second semester students of STKIP Muhammadiyah Enrekang. The subjects of the study were the second semester students of STKIP Muhammadiyah Enrekang in primary school teacher education department. The data was collected through interview. The result shows that the students use the transformative public library in three purposes. The first is as a media to do the assignment from the campus. The second is to read interesting books. The third is to participate in a book fair. Yet, there are some students who never use the facilities given by the public library since they never go there.
Converting a Story from Students’ Own Language in English to Increase Speaking Ability Ismail Ismail
Majesty Journal Vol. 1 No. 1 (2019): Majesty: Language Education
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v1i1.19

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This study aimed to examine whether converting students’ own local stories into English could improve their speaking ability and to identify students’ responses toward the use of short stories in speaking class. The study employed a quasi-experimental design involving 30 fourth-semester students of the English Education Department at STKIP Muhammadiyah Enrekang, who were randomly assigned into an experimental group and a control group, with 15 students in each group. Data were collected through speaking tests and a questionnaire. The speaking test was administered before and after the treatment, while the questionnaire was used to explore students’ responses to the instructional strategy. The findings revealed that the experimental group showed a significant improvement in speaking performance after receiving the treatment through short story conversion and retelling activities, whereas the control group did not show meaningful progress under conventional instruction. The students also expressed positive responses toward the use of short stories, indicating that this strategy helped them speak more confidently, enriched vocabulary use, reduced anxiety, and created a more meaningful speaking experience. The study concludes that converting stories from students’ own language into English is an effective instructional strategy for improving speaking ability in EFL classrooms, particularly because it connects language learning with familiar cultural content and encourages active oral participation.
Retailing in Electronic Commerce: Travel and Tourism Services Online Mustakim Mustakim
Majesty Journal Vol. 1 No. 1 (2019): Majesty: Language Education
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v1i1.20

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This paper discusses the role of electronic commerce in the retailing of travel and tourism services through online platforms. The study aims to explain the concept of online travel retailing, the types of services provided, special service features, the benefits and limitations of online travel services, and the broader impact of electronic commerce on the travel industry. The paper uses a descriptive qualitative approach based on literature review and conceptual discussion drawn from relevant references on e-commerce and online travel services. The discussion shows that the Internet has become an important communication, marketing, and distribution channel that enables travelers to search information, compare prices, make reservations, and purchase travel services more efficiently. Online travel services also provide added value through fare comparison, direct marketing, travel alerts, loyalty programs, and intelligent-agent support. From the provider perspective, online systems improve operational efficiency, expand market reach, and reduce intermediary and processing costs. However, online travel services also face several limitations, including unequal Internet access, difficulties for inexperienced users, reliability and security concerns, and the limited ability of online systems to handle complex travel arrangements requiring personalized assistance. The paper concludes that electronic commerce has significantly transformed the travel and tourism retail sector by increasing accessibility, efficiency, and competitiveness, although conventional travel agents still remain relevant for specialized and complex services.
The Effectiveness of Reflection Learning Method to Increase the First Grade Students’ Writing Skill of SMA Negeri 2 Sungguminasa Gowa Regency Musdalifah Musdalifah
Majesty Journal Vol. 1 No. 1 (2019): Majesty: Language Education
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v1i1.21

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This study aimed to determine the effectiveness of the reflection learning method in improving the writing skill of first-grade students at SMA Negeri 2 Sungguminasa, Gowa Regency, particularly in writing recount texts. The study employed Classroom Action Research conducted in two cycles, each consisting of planning, action, observation, and reflection. The participants were 33 students of class X. The instrument used was a writing test administered at the end of each cycle to assess three aspects of writing: content, organization, and generic structure. The findings showed a consistent improvement in students’ writing performance from Cycle I to Cycle II. In content, the mean score increased from 5.37 to 7.53, representing a 40.22% improvement. In organization, the mean score rose from 5.47 to 8.21, with a 50.09% improvement. In generic structure, the mean score improved from 5.36 to 8.38, indicating a 51.49% improvement. Overall, the students’ writing mean score increased from 5.40 in Cycle I to 7.95 in Cycle II, with a significant improvement of 47.27%. These findings indicate that the reflection learning method was effective in improving students’ writing skill, especially in developing content, organization, and generic structure in recount text writing.
Improving Students’ Writing Skill through Outdoor Learning at SMA Negeri 1 Maiwa Kabupaten Enrekang Hasan Hasan
Majesty Journal Vol. 1 No. 1 (2019): Majesty: Language Education
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v1i1.22

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This study aimed to determine whether the use of outdoor learning strategy could improve students’ writing skill at SMA Negeri 1 Maiwa, Enrekang Regency. The study employed a quasi-experimental design involving two groups, namely an experimental group and a control group, with a total sample of 46 tenth-grade students selected through random sampling. Data were collected through pre-test and post-test descriptive writing tasks and were analyzed using mean scores and t-test. The findings revealed that both groups showed improvement after instruction, but the experimental group achieved a higher gain. The mean score of the experimental group increased from 64.6 in the pre-test to 78.7 in the post-test, while the control group improved from 60.8 to 69.9. The t-test result for the post-test was 4.037, which was higher than the t-table value of 2.021, indicating a statistically significant difference between the two groups. Improvement was also evident across the main components of writing, including content, organization, vocabulary, language use, and mechanics. These findings indicate that outdoor learning strategy was effective in improving students’ descriptive writing skill. The strategy helped students generate ideas more easily, develop richer content, and produce better organized writing through direct engagement with their surroundings.
The Teaching Style of English Teachers in Maintaining Students’ Motivation in Learning English at SMA Negeri 1 Enrekang Umiyati Jabri
Majesty Journal Vol. 1 No. 1 (2019): Majesty: Language Education
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v1i1.23

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This study aimed to identify the teaching styles used by English teachers at SMA Negeri 1 Enrekang, to determine the teaching styles preferred by second-grade students, and to examine whether the teachers’ teaching styles could maintain students’ motivation in learning English. The study employed a descriptive design. The participants were two English teachers and 30 second-grade students selected from two classes. Data were collected through an observation checklist, a questionnaire, and interviews. The findings revealed that the teacher of class XI IPA 3 mainly applied an auditory-oriented teaching style, while the teacher of class XI IPS 1 combined visual and auditory styles. In contrast, students in both classes showed a stronger preference for kinesthetic and visual teaching styles. Despite these differences, the students’ motivation toward learning English was categorized as positive in both classes, as indicated by questionnaire results with mean scores of approximately 4.0 on the Likert scale. These findings suggest that teaching style plays an important role in maintaining students’ motivation in English learning. The study concludes that although teachers and students may differ in their preferred teaching styles, appropriate classroom interaction and instructional delivery can still support positive student motivation.
Improving the students’ writing proficiency through collaborative writing Method Ismail Ismail; Ramadhan Ramadhan
Majesty Journal Vol. 1 No. 1 (2019): Majesty: Language Education
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v1i1.24

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This study aimed to improve students’ writing proficiency through the collaborative writing method at SMA Muhammadiyah Kalosi, Enrekang Regency. The research employed Classroom Action Research conducted in two cycles. The participants were 35 eleventh-grade students. Both quantitative and qualitative data were collected through writing tests, observation, questionnaires, interviews, and diary notes. The writing assessment focused on students’ performance in narrative and recount texts, particularly in the aspects of orientation, complication or events, and resolution or re-orientation. The findings showed a continuous improvement in students’ writing achievement across the cycles. The mean score increased from 61.92 in the preliminary stage to 68.63 in Cycle I and reached 76.66 in Cycle II. The improvement from the preliminary stage to Cycle II was 14.74%. Students’ classroom participation also increased, from 57%–66% in Cycle I to 67%–80% in Cycle II. The results indicate that collaborative writing helped students generate ideas, organize text structure more effectively, and participate more actively in the writing process. The study concludes that collaborative writing is an effective method for improving students’ writing proficiency, especially in composing narrative and recount texts.
The Comparison of Mind Mapping and Semantic Mapping to Enhance the Reading Comprehension Musdalifah Musdalifah
Majesty Journal Vol. 1 No. 2 (2019): Majesty: Language Education
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v1i2.25

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This study aimed to compare the effectiveness of Mind Mapping and Semantic Mapping in enhancing students’ reading comprehension and interest in learning English at SMA Muhammadiyah Kalosi, Enrekang Regency. The study employed a quasi-experimental design with cluster random sampling. The sample consisted of 72 second-grade students divided into two experimental classes, with 36 students in each class. The first class was taught through Mind Mapping, while the second class was taught through Semantic Mapping. The instruments used were a reading comprehension test and a questionnaire. The findings showed that both techniques improved students’ reading comprehension, but Mind Mapping produced better results. The mean score of the Mind Mapping class increased from 68.86 in the pre-test to 84.00 in the post-test, while the Semantic Mapping class improved from 69.00 to 76.97. Statistical analysis also showed a significant difference between the two groups in the post-test. In terms of learning interest, students taught through Mind Mapping demonstrated a higher level of interest than those taught through Semantic Mapping. Most students in the Mind Mapping class were categorized as highly interested, whereas most students in the Semantic Mapping class were in the moderate category. It can be concluded that Mind Mapping was more effective than Semantic Mapping in improving both reading comprehension and students’ interest in learning English.
The Use of Indonesian Slang by Makassar Families in Their Daily Interaction Umiyati Jabri; Ita Sarmita Samad
Majesty Journal Vol. 1 No. 2 (2019): Majesty: Language Education
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33487/majesty.v1i2.26

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This study aimed to identify the types of Indonesian slang used by Makassar families in their daily interaction. The study employed a descriptive qualitative design. The participants were six family members drawn from two Makassar families. Data were collected through audio recordings of naturally occurring conversations in the family setting. The recordings were transcribed and analyzed to identify slang forms appearing in daily speech. The findings revealed that Indonesian slang was frequently used by family members, while formal Indonesian was used less often in everyday interaction. Two major types of slang were identified, namely Jakarta slang and Makassarese slang. Jakarta slang appeared in forms such as tau, aja, banget, nggak, and kepo, which were generally derived from abbreviated or modified forms of standard Indonesian. Makassarese slang appeared in particles and suffixes such as -ta, -mi, -ji, -ka, and expressions such as pale and mentong, which reflected local linguistic influence. The study concludes that the daily speech of Makassar families is characterized by a combination of national urban slang and local Makassarese slang, with local slang being used more dominantly because of the speakers’ social and cultural environment.

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