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Journal of English Language Studies
Published by Universitas Sultan Ageng Tirtayasa
ISSN : 25277022     EISSN : 25415131     DOI : -
Core Subject : Education,
Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media
Journal of English Language Studies is a registered journal with p-ISSN 2527-7022 and e-ISSN: 2541-5131. This journal is formally published twice annually – every March and September. It covers articles in the fields of English education (EFL/ESL), linguistics, and literature.
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“I want to speak like a native speaker”: Exploring Learners’ Motivational Factors After the English Camp Adara, Reza Anggriyashati; Rahmanto, Raden Hengki
Journal of English Language Studies Vol 10, No 2 (2025): Available Online in September 2025
Publisher : English Department - University of Sultan Ageng Tirtayasa

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.62870/jels.v10i2.32024

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This study investigated the impact of an English camp on the motivational factors of English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learners. Thirty high school students participated in an eight-day English camp, and pre- and post-camp questionnaires adapted from Taguchi et al. (2009) were used to measure changes in motivation. The key constructs examined included criterion measures, the ideal L2 self, the ought-to L2 self, family influence, instrumentality, attitudes toward learning English, linguistic confidence, and learning interest. Results showed increases in linguistic confidence (from M = 3.50 to 3.83), the ideal L2 self, and the ought-to L2 self (both from M = 3.27 to 3.50), suggesting that the camp experience helped students develop stronger self-perceptions as English users. Meanwhile, slight decreases in criterion measures (3.69 to 3.58), instrumentality (3.63 to 3.54), and learning interest (3.50 to 3.17) may indicate a shift away from external motivators and highlight the need for more engaging and practically relevant activities. These findings suggest that future English camps should prioritize building students' ideal L2 selves through personalized goal-setting and confidence-building tasks, while also incorporating exposure to professionals who use English in real-world contexts (e.g., pilots, engineers, or flight attendants) to strengthen practical motivation. Additionally, camp activities should include diverse, student-centered formats to sustain engagement and prevent motivational fatigue. More broadly, EFL teaching practices can benefit from adopting similar strategies—fostering learners’ linguistic confidence and internal motivation through authentic, meaningful language use beyond test preparation.  
Language Learning Strategies Among Vocational Generation Z Students: Insights from A Digital Native Perspective Sofa, Nidia; Rakhmi, Fanny Puji; Mariam, Iis; Onida, Mawarta
Journal of English Language Studies Vol 10, No 2 (2025): Available Online in September 2025
Publisher : English Department - University of Sultan Ageng Tirtayasa

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.62870/jels.v10i2.32504

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This study explores the English language learning strategies employed by vocational Generation Z students at Politeknik Negeri Jakarta, focusing on their integration of digital-native characteristics within an English for Specific Purposes (ESP) context. Employing a quantitative survey design, data were collected from second-semester vocational students through two adapted instruments: Oxford’s Strategy Inventory for Language Learning (SILL) and Teo’s Digital Natives Assessment Scale (DNAS). A total of 108 students participated in the study. Data analysis revealed that students employed direct, indirect, and digital-native strategies at comparably high frequencies, with no statistically significant differences among the strategy types (p > 0.05). At the subscale level, instant gratification or rewards was most prominent, followed by metacognitive and technology use, whereas graphic communication was least used, with compensation and affective relatively lower. It is recommended that ESP educators should blend strategies within each task: begin with brief targeted language practice (direct), include a short plan/monitor step or peer check (indirect/metacognitive), and complete the task with approved digital support      in order to optimize ESP learning for vocational education contexts. Future work should validate the adapted digital-native scale in local contexts, replicate across diverse ESP settings, and link reported strategies to objective learning outcomes using longitudinal and mixed-methods designs.  
Teacher-Student Style Mismatch: Implications for English Language Learning and Classroom Dynamics Asrifan, Andi; Oliveira de Barros Cardoso, Luís Miguel; Vargheese, K.J.
Journal of English Language Studies Vol 10, No 2 (2025): Available Online in September 2025
Publisher : English Department - University of Sultan Ageng Tirtayasa

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.62870/jels.v10i2.31747

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Comprehending discrepancies between instructor and student learning styles is crucial for enhancing English language acquisition and classroom interactions. This study specifically sought to (1) ascertain the degree of discrepancies between teachers’ instructional preferences and students’ learning styles, (2) investigate the impact of these discrepancies on student engagement, motivation, and classroom interaction, and (3) analyze the adaptive strategies utilized by both educators and learners. A convergent mixed-methods methodology was utilized, integrating surveys (VARK and Grasha inventory), classroom observations, and interviews with ten educators and one hundred students. The findings indicated a notable discrepancy: 70% of educators supported auditory-based education, whereas merely 30% of students preferred this approach, resulting in diminished engagement, frustration, and disengagement among visual and kinesthetic learners. Nonetheless, certain students formulated adaptive tactics, including the creation of visual aids and collaboration with others. These findings underscore the necessity for multimodal instructional strategies and specialized teacher training to cultivate inclusive educational settings.
Reflective Practices of Papuan EFL Teachers in the EFL Classroom Sahib, Rahmawansyah; Aulia, Tegar
Journal of English Language Studies Vol 10, No 2 (2025): Available Online in September 2025
Publisher : English Department - University of Sultan Ageng Tirtayasa

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.62870/jels.v10i2.32419

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Enhancing teachers’ professionalism and competence has long been a fundamental priority in education. For EFL (English as a Foreign Language) teachers in Papua, reflective practice is essential for addressing classroom challenges and improving teaching quality. This study examines the models of reflective practice adopted by Papuan EFL teachers across different school levels. Using a qualitative descriptive approach, data were gathered from five EFL teachers at elementary, junior high, and senior high schools through classroom observations, interviews, and document analysis, and then analyzed thematically. The findings identify three primary models of reflective practice. First, reflective teaching activities, such as asking thought-provoking questions at the beginning, during, and at the end of lessons, which stimulate student engagement and teachers’ self-assessment. Second, reflective writing, including teaching journals, diaries, and notes documenting students’ feedback and teachers’ impressions, fostering continuous professional growth and awareness. Third, dialogical reflection, involving debates, informal discussions, and sharing experiences with fellow teachers, which encourages collaborative learning and peer support. These findings underscore the importance of developing a formal, long-term policy framework to institutionalize reflective practice among EFL teachers in Papua. Such a framework would help ensure that reflective activities are systematic, result-oriented, and significantly contribute to improving teaching effectiveness and student learning outcomes.  

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