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Journal on English as a Foreign Language (JEFL)
ISSN : 20881657     EISSN : 25026615     DOI : https://doi.org/10.23971/jefl
Journal on English as a Foreign Language (JEFL) is a peer reviewed and open access journal on teaching and learning English as a foreign and second language. The journal follows a double blind review policy. The primary objective of this journal is to publish research based articles that delve into a comprehensive examination of the theories and practices involved in teaching and learning English as a foreign and second language. The specific focus lies on developing and non English speaking countries. The journal scope is international, extending a warm invitation to English language practitioners, academics, and researchers with diverse interdisciplinary perspectives. The journal publishes original research articles and review articles. The journal scope addresses English language teaching (ELT) and learning areas, including ELT pedagogy, ELT and learning resources, ELT and teacher professional development, English language teachers training and education, Academic writing in ELT research, Innovation in ELT, Language assessment, Literacy education in ELT, and Technology-based ELT.
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Improving the students' ability in writing descriptive texts through collaborative writing technique Supiani Supiani
Journal on English as a Foreign Language Vol 2 No 2 (2012): JEFL
Publisher : Universitas Islam Negeri Palangka Raya, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23971/jefl.v2i2.52

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The main objectives of the study to improve the students
Positive effect of learning foreign language in a healthy elderly Ahmad Muhammad Diponegoro
Journal on English as a Foreign Language Vol 2 No 2 (2012): JEFL
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23971/jefl.v2i2.53

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The study of elderly found that almost all cognitive functions decline with age. Results of previous studies have shown that cognitive training related to everyday life (reading aloud and learning vocabularies and wisdom), namely learning intervention or therapy, can improve two cognitive function (executive functions and processing speed) in elderly people. This study investigates the positive effects of learning foreign language on cognitive functions of an elderly person. This study provides sufficient evidence of learning foreign language effectiveness in a healthy elderly.
Using fun activities to improve listening skill Hanna Andyani
Journal on English as a Foreign Language Vol 2 No 2 (2012): JEFL
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23971/jefl.v2i2.54

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Based on the researcher
Improving the students' reading comprehension through Numbered Heads Together technique Suud Purnomo
Journal on English as a Foreign Language Vol 2 No 2 (2012): JEFL
Publisher : Universitas Islam Negeri Palangka Raya, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23971/jefl.v2i2.55

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The method applied in this research was a classroom action research. After three cycles consisting of two meetings each were conducted, the appropriate model of NHT technique in teaching reading encompassed the following steps: (1) leading students to the topic by giving some questions and/or showing a picture(s), (2) connecting the topic with the students
The effect of Look-Up technique on speaking fluency Achlia Niza Ayunda
Journal on English as a Foreign Language Vol 2 No 2 (2012): JEFL
Publisher : Universitas Islam Negeri Palangka Raya, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23971/jefl.v2i2.56

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This research is conducted to find an effective technique to teach speaking of second semester students. To collect the data, this research using pre- and post-test. The treatment is look-up technique in which the learners work in pairs facing each other. One is the reader, the other is the listener. The reader holds the book containing the dialogue at about chest level and slightly to the left. This enables the reader to look at the book and then look at the listener, moving only her eyes and not having to move her head at all. The reader looks at the book and tries to remember as long a phrase as possible. The reader can look at the book for as long as is necessary. Then, when ready, she/he looks at the listener and says the phrase. While she/he speaks, she/he does not look at the book. These rules force the reader to rely on memory. To analyze the data gained from post-test for both control and experimental class, the researcher used the t-test formula. The findings showed that t-value higher than t-critical, 1,671 <5.8> 2,390 which means that Null Hypothesis (Ho) was rejected. Thus, it can be concluded that it is effective to use look up technique in teaching English speaking, because the research hypothesis (H1) which says
Integrating character building into teaching to enhance the students environmental awareness Lestari Setyowati
Journal on English as a Foreign Language Vol 3 No 1 (2013): JEFL
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23971/jefl.v3i1.57

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Due to the growing environmental destruction, it is becoming necessary for people to start to care about the place they live. One way of doing this is through education by making the students aware of their environmental problems. However, the character education in Indonesia
The effect of clustering technique on writing expository essays of EFL students Sabarun Sabarun
Journal on English as a Foreign Language Vol 3 No 1 (2013): JEFL
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23971/jefl.v3i1.58

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The study is aimed at investigating the effectiveness of using clustering technique in writing expository essays. The aim of the study is to prove whether there is a significant difference between writing using clustering technique and writing without using it on the students
Implementation of intensive-extensive reading strategy to improve reading comprehension M. Zaini Miftah
Journal on English as a Foreign Language Vol 3 No 1 (2013): JEFL
Publisher : Universitas Islam Negeri Palangka Raya, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23971/jefl.v3i1.59

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The study is aimed at developing the Intensive-Extensive Reading Strategy (IERS) to improve the students
Integrating active learning in a college speaking class Pryla Rochmahwati
Journal on English as a Foreign Language Vol 3 No 1 (2013): JEFL
Publisher : Universitas Islam Negeri Palangka Raya, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23971/jefl.v3i1.60

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Active learning strategies provide a wide variety of activities which can be integrated in a College EFL Class especially on Speaking 1 Course at Ponorogo Islamic State College. They provide many benefits, such as giving the students
Encouraging students to write a paragraph by using semantic mapping strategy Teguh Sulistyo; M.G. Sri Ningsih
Journal on English as a Foreign Language Vol 3 No 1 (2013): JEFL
Publisher : Universitas Islam Negeri Palangka Raya, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23971/jefl.v3i1.61

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Of four English language skills, writing is considered the most difficult skill which must be mastered by Indonesian students since it is a very complex process that drives students to explore their thoughts, experiences, schemata, and ideas. Due to the problems faced by the students of Kanjuruhan University in creating ideas related to the topic and construct the ideas into a good unity of a paragraph, this study was conducted to facilitate the students to compose a descriptive paragraph. The findings of the research, taken at Kanjuruhan University of Malang, proved that Semantic Mapping strategy was valuable to increase the students

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