Journal of English Language Education
The Journal of English Language Education (JoElangEdu) is a peer-reviewed, open-access academic journal dedicated to the advancement of research and practice in English language teaching and learning. Published by Universitas PGRI Mpu Sindok, the journal serves as a platform for educators, researchers, and practitioners to disseminate innovative studies, evidence-based practices, and critical reflections in the field of ELT. JoElangEdu focuses on five core thematic areas: Technology in ELT – Integration and impact of digital tools, AI, and online platforms in language education. Teaching Methods – Pedagogical approaches, methodologies, and classroom strategies for effective language instruction. Language Skills – Development, assessment, and integration of listening, speaking, reading, writing, and critical literacy. Learner Factors – Affective, cognitive, and socio-cultural dimensions such as motivation, anxiety, identity, and autonomy. Material Development – Design, evaluation, adaptation, and localization of teaching resources and curricula. The journal welcomes original empirical research, theoretical discussions, literature reviews, and classroom-based studies that contribute to local and global ELT discourse. JoElangEdu is committed to promoting scholarly dialogue and practical insights that enhance English language education in diverse learning contexts.
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EFFECTIVENESS OF SCRAPBOOK IN IMPROVING STUDENTS’ DESCRIPTIVE TEXT ANALYSIS SKILLS AT SMPN 4 NGANJUK
Nadilla Helrinda Putri;
Nurhamid
Journal of English Language Education Vol 2 No 1 (2026): Journal of English Language Education
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This research investigates the effectiveness of using scrapbook media to enhance students' analytical skills in reading descriptive textst the research problem is the low ability of students in analyzing descriptive texts due to conventional teaching methods that are less engaging and interactive. The study was carried out among the eighth-grade students of SMP Negeri 4 Nganjuk in class VIII- 6 during the 2024/2025 academic year. Employing a pre-experimental design with a one-group pretest-posttest model, the researcher aimed to determine whether scrapbook-based learning could improve students' abilities to analyze descriptive texts.Data were collected through pretests and posttests consisting of multiple- choice questions that measured students’ skills in identifying factual information, language features, and interpreting meanings in descriptive texts. The results revealed a notable increase in the mean score from 45.31 in the pretest to 85.16 in the posttest. Statistical analysis using the paired sample t-test showed a significance value of 0.000 (p < 0.05), indicating a significant difference between students' performance before and after the treatment.These findings suggest that scrapbook-based learning effectively improves students' analytical abilities in reading descriptive texts. The incorporation of scrapbook media not only made the learning process more engaging but also fostered active participation and creativity among students. Therefore, scrapbook can be recommended as an alternative learning medium to support English language teaching, particularly in enhancing reading comprehension and analysis skills in descriptive texts.
THE EFFECTIVENESS OF USING INFOGRAPHICS MEDIA TOWARDS STUDENTS READING COMPREHENSION AT SMK NU PACE NGANJUK
Anisya Dhiyak Laili;
Caltira Rosiana
Journal of English Language Education Vol 2 No 1 (2026): Journal of English Language Education
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This study aims to examine the effectiveness of using infographics towards reading comprehension of grade XI AK students at SMK NU Pace. The questionnaire results show that many grade XI AK students still experience difficulties in understanding reading texts. Infographic media was selected as a more interactive and visually based learning tool. This study used a quantitative method with a pre-experimental one-group pre-test and post-test design. The research subjects consisted of 38 eleventh-grade AK students at SMK NU Pace. Data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential analysis techniques. The results showed that the average reading comprehension of students before the implementation of infographic media was 63.95 with a standard deviation of 13.664, while after implementation, it increased to 74.47 with a standard deviation of 13.090. The statistical test using a paired sample t-test obtained a significance value of 0.001 (< 0.05), which means that there is a significant difference between the pre-test and post-test results. Based on these findings, it can be concluded that the use of infographic media is proven to be effective in improving students' reading comprehension.
THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE SQ4R METHOD IN ENHANCING READING COMPREHENSION OF DESCRIPTIVE TEXTS AMONG GRADE X TKJ STUDENTS AT SMK PGRI 1 NGANJUK
Mutiara Elva Ardhani;
Anita Budi Rahayu
Journal of English Language Education Vol 2 No 1 (2026): Journal of English Language Education
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This study aims to investigate the effectiveness of the SQ4R (Survey, Question, Read, Reflect, Recite, and Review) method in enhancing students’ reading comprehension of descriptive texts among Grade X TKJ students at SMK PGRI 1 Nganjuk in the academic year 2024/2025. The research employed a quantitative approach with a quasi-experimental design using a pretest-posttest control group. The sample consisted of 80 students divided into two groups: experimental and control. The research instrument was an essay-based reading comprehension test comprising 10 questions. Data were analyzed using an independent sample t-test, which revealed a significance value (Sig. 2-tailed) of 0.006 (<0.05), indicating a significant difference between the two groups. These findings confirm that the SQ4R method effectively improves students’ reading comprehension of descriptive texts. It is recommended that English teachers adopt this method to foster active engagement and better comprehension in reading lessons.