ENJEL: English Journal of Education and Literature
Journal Title: ENJEL: English Journal of Education and Literature Initials: ENJEL Frequency: June, December Online ISSN: 2963-6744 Editor in Chief: Arief Hadziq Fikri, M.Pd DOI: 10.30599 Publisher: Universitas Nurul Huda Enjel: English Journal of Education and Literature is a peer-reviewed academic journal managed by the English Language Education Department, Faculty of Education, University of Nurul Huda. Mainly publishes research articles in the area of English Language Teaching and Linguistics. This Journal is published biannually, on June and December. Submissions of the manuscript are open all year long: manuscripts submitted on January-May will be allocated for threecountriestravel.com Edition, and manuscripts submitted on July-November will be allocated for December Edition. Article Processing Charge (APC) is Free Contact: Whatsapp: +62856 0860 7224, E-mail: enjel@unuha.ac.id, as you submit your manuscript, just notify the Editor in Chief via WA! It is not allowed in one edition consisting of more than one same author. Indexed by:
English Education Program, Education Faculty, Universitas Nurul Huda
Need Analysis for Developing Technology-Based Speaking Learning Media for Junior High School Students
This study aimed to identify junior high school students’ needs for developing technology-based speaking learning media in English language instruction. The research was conducted as the analysis phase of a Research and Development (R&D) framework using a descriptive mixed-method approach. The participants consisted of 20 eighth-grade students and one English teacher at SMP Pangudi Luhur Sukaraja. Data were collected through a nine-item Likert-scale questionnaire and semi-structured interviews. The questionnaire examined students’ target needs and learning needs related to speaking difficulties, instructional preferences, and expectations regarding learning media, while the interviews explored classroom practices and challenges encountered in teaching speaking. Quantitative data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and percentage calculations, whereas qualitative data were interpreted through thematic analysis to strengthen the quantitative findings. The results indicated that students demonstrated a very high need for technology-based speaking learning media, with an overall percentage score of 89.6%. Students expressed strong preferences for interactive learning environments incorporating visual and audio elements that could enhance motivation, confidence, and opportunities for authentic communication. The teacher also emphasized that conventional instructional resources and limited classroom time constrained students’ speaking practice and recommended the development of more engaging multimedia tools. These findings suggest that needs analysis provides an essential empirical foundation for designing contextually relevant technology-based speaking learning media capable of improving students’ communicative competence and supporting more meaningful English learning experiences.
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Contextual English Learning to Empower Nurul Huda Islamic Boarding School Students in Improving Daily Conversation Skills
This research was carried out to address the low oral communication skills of students in English at the Nurul Huda Islamic Boarding School, particularly in the context of everyday conversation needed for global interactions. This problem arose because previous learning focused more on grammar theory and vocabulary memorization without providing authentic contexts for use. This activity aimed to empower students through the implementation of contextual English learning that emphasizes direct language use in real-life situations at the Islamic boarding school. The methods used included qualitative descriptive method, developing materials based on students' daily situations, interactive training through role-plays and thematic dialogues, and evaluation through performance observation and assessment of communication practices. The results of the activity demonstrated improvements in students' speaking fluency, communication confidence, and choice of context-appropriate expressions. Furthermore, the contextual approach proved more effective and relevant to their learning environment, although ongoing mentoring was still needed to ensure consistency of practice. Overall, this program successfully improved students' communication competencies while strengthening a culture of practical language learning at the Islamic Boarding School.
Contextual Learning, Conversation Skills, Islamic Boarding School
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The Influence of Project Based Learning Towards Students’ Speaking Skill (An Experimental Study in SMAN 2 Serang City)
The purpose of this study was to determine how project-based learning affected the speaking skills of eleventh-grade students at SMAN 2 Kota Serang-Banten. The researcher employed cluster random sampling as the sampling strategy and a quantitative approach with a real experimental design. According to the pre-test results, the experimental class's minimum score was 48, whereas the control class's minimal score was 32. The experimental class's highest score was 84, while the control class's highest score was 72. We can conclude that there was no significant difference between the two classes' pre-tests. The experimental class's minimal score on the post-test was 62, while the control class's minimum score was 60. The experimental class had a maximum score of 86, whereas the control class had a maximum score of 76. We can conclude that there was a significant difference between the two classes' pre-tests. T.count≥t_table, or 7.37 ≥ 2.00, was determined based on the outcome of the test of mean difference significant (independent t_test). The alternate theory was approved. At the eleventh grade of SMAN 2 Kota Serang, it can be concluded that project-based learning had an impact on students' speaking skills. It is suggested for the English teachers to apply the PjBL model and focus on making students be more active in speaking class.
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Competency Disparities: Dissecting the English Proficiency Mapping across Southeast Asia
This study aims to map the English proficiency index across ASEAN member countries and analyze the structural factors causing competency gaps between 2021 and 2025. Employing a descriptive-comparative method with a literature review approach, this study analyzes secondary data from the EF English Proficiency Index (EF EPI) of eight Southeast Asian countries selected via purposive sampling. The results demonstrate a sharp macroeconomic polarization in linguistic competency. Malaysia and Philippines secure the top tier within the "High Proficiency" cluster (scores >550), driven by long-standing institutional integrations. Conversely, Indonesia experiences chronic educational inertia, remaining stagnant in the "Low Proficiency" cluster with a weak Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 0.27% (scoring 466 to 471). This wide gap (up to 110 points against Malaysia in 2025) imposes a substantial opportunity cost on Indonesia's macroeconomy, decreasing the marginal productivity of human capital, restricting cross-border digital trade, and weakening regional competitiveness. Strategic curricula restructuring towards standardized communicative methods (CEFR) is urgently required to resolve this structural barrier
Proficiency, English language, Southeast Asia
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EFFECTS OF MULTIMODAL INSTRUCTION ON STUDENTS' PERFORMANCE IN ENGLISH SPEAKING SKILLS AND SELF-EFFICACY IN COLLEGES OF EDUCATION, NORTH WEST ZONE, NIGERIA
This study investigated the effects of multimodal instruction on students’ performance in English speaking skills and self-efficacy in Colleges of Education, North West Zone, Nigeria. Quasi-experimental research was adopted involving the 2024/2025 registered 488 NCE 1 English language students of nine colleges of Education in the study area. Purposive sampling was used to select 4 out of the 9 colleges of Education with a total of 204 NCE 1 students as the sample size. Three sets of data were collected: pre-test, post-test and post-treatment self-efficacy data. These were analysed using One-Way ANOVA and descriptive statistics respectively. Results indicated significant improvements in English speaking skills. Mean scores rose from 2.543, 9.442, 9.915, 0.000 and 7.413 in pre-test to 1404.914, 885.219, 873.223, 1370.581 and 791.770 in post-test in terms of ESPS, ESSPS, EVPS, EGS and EFS, respectively. Further, subjects demonstrated higher degree of self-efficacy in English speaking skills after the treatment. It was concluded the improvements followed the series of multimodal trainings to which the learners were exposed involving linguistic and non-linguistic mode. Although limited in terms of scope and rating criteria, the study suggested adoption of wider scope and technology-informed rating criteria by future research.
multimodal instruction, English speaking skills, self-efficacy
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Detective Formula in Agatha Christie's The Murder at The Vicarage and Chandra Bientang Anggarie's Dua Dini Hari Novels
This study analyzes the detective story formula in The Murder at The Vicarage by Agatha Christie and Dua Dini Hari by Chandra Bientang Anggarie using John G. Cawelti’s theory and a comparative literature approach. The data in this study consists of words, phrases, clauses, and sentences found in both novels and were analyzed using Miles, Huberman, and Saldana’s data analysis techniques. The findings show that both novels apply Cawelti’s major detective patterns: situation, pattern of action, characters and relationships, and setting. However, the novels differ in their application of the formula. The differences can be seen in the portrayal of the detective, investigation process, narrative atmosphere, and social setting. The Murder at The Vicarage represents the classical detective formula by emphasizing logical investigation and the restoration of social order. Meanwhile, Dua Dini Hari represents the hard-boiled detective formula by focusing on violence, corruption, and the detective’s struggle against harsh social realities. This study demonstrates that Cawelti’s detective formula remains relevant in contemporary detective fiction, as its fundamental patterns are still applied in modern works such as Dua Dini Hari, although adapted to contemporary social realities.
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ESP Performance and Interview Strategies among Information Systems Students of Varying Academic Achievement
As the global technology sector becomes increasingly integrated, Information Systems (IS) graduates must possess both technical mastery and the linguistic competence to navigate international professional environments. This research investigates the intersection of technical academic achievement and communicative performance by analyzing the English for Specific Purposes (ESP) usage and interview strategies of IS students. Utilizing a qualitative descriptive research design, the study stratified 24 undergraduate students from one of universities in Indonesia into three groups i.e., high, medium, and low achievers. Data were elicited through semi-structured mock job interviews and analyzed using the six-phase reflexive thematic analysis framework of Braun and Clarke (2013). The results reveal a significant pragmatic gap between achievement levels. High achievers demonstrated professional agency, characterized by the use of lexical anchors and proactive rhetorical strategies that linked academic projects to business outcomes. Conversely, lower achievers exhibited template dependency, relying on rigid scripts and generalist language that often masked their technical potential. Significant First Language (L1) interference and phonetic slips were observed across all levels, though high achievers displayed superior self-monitoring and mitigation skills. These findings suggest that high academic achievement provides the content for professional success, but it does not automatically confer the linguistic voice required for global employability. The study concludes with pedagogical recommendations for integrating industry-specific pragmatics into ESP curricula to ensure that all IS graduates are effectively prepared for the demands of the global technology workforce.
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Salazar Slytherin as a Gothic Archetype: A Baldickian Interpretation of the Tyranny of the Past
This paper aims to provide a detailed literary analysis of Salazar Slytherin, a character from J. K. Rowling’s Harry Potter book series (1997–2007), as a quintessential Gothic figure. It repositions the 10th-century founder of Hogwarts not just as a historical enemy in the Wizarding World, but as a key figure in the Gothic tradition. The study focuses on the ideas of critic Chris Baldick, who identifies several aspects of Gothic literature, such as the "tyranny of the past," the "stifling of the present," and the physical representation of these forces in confined or underground "dead-end" spaces. The paper argues that Slytherin represents the Byronic Villain. He is marked by an aristocratic ego and an obsessive belief in blood purity, reflecting the Gothic themes of ancestral decline and the "bad blood" in failing dynasties. By looking at Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets book and film through the perspective of Gothic architecture, this study shows how Slytherin’s underground lair acts as a "dead-end" crypt. This space physically embodies repressed secrets that burst into the modern world, disrupting the educational haven of the school. Furthermore, the analysis connects Slytherin’s character to the Dark Academia subculture. It explores how his status as the "Master of the Macabre," defined by Parseltongue and the control of the Basilisk, connects with the Gothic concept of the "Sublime," where fear and wonder meet. By comparing Slytherin to Eve Kosofsky Sedgwick’s ideas of "the unspeakable" and "the stifling of hopes," the article concludes that Slytherin is the main creator of the Gothic style at Hogwarts. His legacy is not a fixed history but a living "haunting." This shows that the Gothic nature of his character lies in his power to keep the ancient past in a harmful, overwhelming hold on the living.
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An Analysis of the Influence Using Online Games: Wordwall in Improving Student’s Reading Skill in X Grade at Kartikatama Metro High School
This article aims to provide a further understanding of the utilization and influence obtained from web-based online games using Wordwall media which is considered the influence in improving the reading ability of grade X students at SMAN Kartikatama Metro. Qualitative descriptive is an analysis involves the processing of survey data that assesses the relationship between the use of Wordwall and student ability which is a factor in student reading comprehension learning outcomes. The subject of this research is from class X students at Kartikatama Metro High School which amounted to 20 students. Data were obtained from multiple-choice questions pre-test and post-test. The analysis used in this study is descriptive statistics. The study results show that the average pre-test scores of class X students are 63.50, while the average score of the post-test is 81. The percentage of pre-test results shows that around 95% are included in the fewer categories and 1% is in the sufficient category. The percentage of post-test results showed an increase of 25% in the good category and 15% in the very good category. There are 50% of the total students who have improved their reading ability. The conclusion of this research is that there is a positive influence by using online game Wordwall on the reading ability of grade X students at Karkatama Metro High School.
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An Analysis of Nonverbal Communication Used by the Resilient Heroine “Elodie” in the “Damsel” 2024 Film Directed by Juan Carlos Fresnadillo
This study aims to describe the nonverbal communication used by the resilient heroine “Elodie” in the film Damsel (2024) directed by Juan Carlos Fresnadillo. Used descriptive qualitative combined with content analysis to collecting the data from the Damsel (2024) film with a duration of 1 hour 48 minutes. The data collection technique in this study includes several steps: understanding the theory of nonverbal communication by DeVito, watching the film several times, reading the film script, identifying the nonverbal cues performed by Elodie, making notes and coding the data based on six categories. The aspects of nonverbal communication that are the focus of this study are body messages, facial communication, eye communication, touch communication, silence, and spatial messages and territoriality. Based on the results of data analysis, 55 nonverbal communication cues were found. The first finding is body messages with 4 data (7%), such as gestures and body movement. Second, facial communication with 10 data (18%), including expressions and smiles. Third, eye communication with 13 data (24%), like eye contact and eye avoidance. Fourth, touch communication with 12 data (22%), including emotional and ritual touches. Fifth, silence with 7 data (13%), referring to communicative pauses. And sixth, spatial messages and territoriality with 9 data (16%), such as proxemic distance. Thus, it can be concluded that the film Damsel contains many instances of nonverbal communication, and the most dominant aspect used by the character Elodie is facial communication with 13 occurrences or 24%.
Devito`s Theory, Content Analysis, Nonverbal Communication, Damsel Film
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Developing Printable Reading Test to Foster Reading Comprehension among Pesantren Students in Low-Technology Environments in Closed Tests
This study aims to develop and evaluate a printable reading comprehension test specifically designed for pesantren students in low-technology learning environments. Utilizing the ADDIE instructional design model—comprising Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation—the research addresses the digital divide and material constraints often found in religious educational settings. The methodology employed a Research and Development (R&D) design involving ten students from MA Al Mahrusiyah at Daru Zainab, selected through purposive sampling. Data collection involved a printable closed-test format, specifically a fill-in-the-blank assessment, supplemented by semi-structured interviews to capture qualitative insights. Quantitative results indicated a significant improvement in reading proficiency, with mean scores rising from 5.40 in the pretest to 9.10 in the post-test. A paired-sample t-test confirmed this improvement was statistically significant (p < 0.05). Qualitative findings further revealed that the structured, context-sensitive nature of the test helped students focus on deeper meaning rather than guessing. While the study is limited by its small sample size and short-term scope, it demonstrates that systematic instructional design can bridge the gap between pedagogical theory and real-world educational constraints. Ultimately, this research provides a feasible and effective alternative for fostering reading comprehension in under-resourced environments where digital tools are impractical.
reading comprehension, printable reading test, ADDIE model, pesantren context
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Cersei Lannister as a Doctor Faustus: A Todorovian Interpretation of Ambition and Power
This paper explains ambition and power through Tzvetan Todorov’s structuralist model of narrative equilibrium, disruption, and recognition by examining Christopher Marlowe’s Doctor Faustus (1604) and HBO’s Game of Thrones (2011–2019). It interprets how the moral trajectory of ambition as a destructive force transcends medium and era through linking Renaissance humanism with postmodern visual storytelling. Following a qualitative comparative method, this study provides textual and visual analysis of key moments in both works and demonstrates how Faustus and Cersei Lannister embody a shared Todorovian tragic pattern. Updated with recent critical scholarship on narratology and adaptation studies, the research describes that both figures represent the timeless Faustian conflict between desire and ethics. The analysis argues that when ambition is detached from moral equilibrium, it functions as a universal engine of tragedy that sustains the continuity between classical drama and modern television narratives.
Cersei Lannister, Doctor Faustus, Tzvetan Todorov, narratology, ambition
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The Effect of Using Reading Narrative Text as the Vocabulary Learning Strategy on the 11th Grade Students’ Vocabulary Acquisition
Vocabulary is a fundamental aspect for language learners, including English as a foreign language in Indonesia. To master the four language skills (speaking, reading, listening, and writing), the main thing is to fulfil vocabulary. This quantitative research, with a pre-experimental one group pre-test and post-test design, will explore the theory and application of the strategy proposed by Brown and Payne 1994. The research aims to see the extent to which reading narrative texts as a vocabulary learning strategy (VLS) can affect the 11th grade students’ vocabulary acquisition. Data collection will be done through a 22-item multiple-choice vocabulary test as the target vocabulary and given at the beginning of the research (pre-test), as well as at the end after the treatment (post-test). The sample of this research were 28 students of the 11th grade class B SMA Muhammadiyah 2 Wuluhan. The data obtained is analysed using statistical analysis with tests using SPSS version 27.0.1. The results of this study showed a significant effect after implementing reading narrative text as the vocabulary learning strategy on the 11th grade students’ vocabulary acquisition. It is hoped that the results of this research can make a meaningful contribution to the existing literature on the effects of using reading narrative texts as a vocabulary learning strategy on students' vocabulary acquisition, and implement the concept in their teaching practice
vocabulary learning strategy, vocabulary acquisition, reading narrative text, Brown and Payne 1994
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The The Role of Reading Corner on The Effectiveness of Students' Reading Interest
The function of reading corners in boosting pupils' interest in reading is covered in this article. Students in the fourth grade served as the research subjects for this study, which was carried out in an elementary school. Data is gathered using interviews and observation in this qualitative descriptive method. Students' interest in reading is much increased when reading corners are implemented, according to the study's findings. Students' reading time intensity increases as a result of feeling content and at ease when participating in reading activities. An aesthetically pleasing reading nook with a diverse selection of books can foster an environment that encourages literacy-related activities. In order to establish an atmosphere that fosters students' enthusiasm in reading, this study highlights the significance of assistance from a variety of sources, including parents and instructors. The purpose of this article is to ascertain the relationship between literacy and sixth-grade students' reading comprehension at SDN 04 Banding Agung. This study employs a qualitative methodology that includes a descriptive qualitative approach and techniques for gathering data, such as documentation and observation. The findings of the study indicate that: (1) students' interest in reading is significantly influenced by the reading corner; (2) having a reading corner in the classroom facilitates students' access to reading materials from within the classroom; and (3) students would rather read books in the reading corner than in the library.In order to assist students grasp the content more thoroughly and to improve teaching standards in schools, this study makes recommendations for a curriculum that places a greater emphasis on enhancing literacy and students' enthusiasm in reading in the classroom.
reading corner,reading interest, literacy, education, students
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The Impact of Applying the Survey, Question, Re-read, Question, Construct, Question (SQRQCQ) Method on First-Grade Students’ Reading Comprehension of Narrative Texts at SMKS Teknologi YPL Lirik
The Effect of Using Survey, Question, Re-read, Question, Construct, Question (SQRQCQ) Method Toward Students’ Reading Comprehension on Narrative Text at First Grade of SMKS Teknologi YPL Lirik. This research aims to determine the effect of using the SQRQCQ (Survey, Question, Re-read, Question, Construct, Question) method on students’ reading comprehension of narrative texts. The study employed a quantitative approach using a quasi-experimental design. The population of this research consisted of 107 first-grade students at SMKS Teknologi YPL Lirik, while the sample included 48 students divided into two groups: an experimental class (treated with SQRQCQ) and a control class (taught using conventional methods). The instrument used in this research was a reading comprehension test in the form of multiple-choice questions. The data were analyzed using an independent sample t-test with SPSS 26. The results showed that the post-test mean score of the experimental group was higher (M = 79.79) than that of the control group (M = 77.29). The t-value was 2.978 with a significance level of 0.005, indicating a significant difference between both groups. Furthermore, the Eta Squared value was 0.113, which shows a medium-to-large effect size. In conclusion, the SQRQCQ method significantly improves students’ reading comprehension on narrative texts and can be considered an effective strategy for English reading instruction at vocational high school.
Reading Comprehension, Descriptive Text and First Grade Students
The Effect of Using PQRST (Preview, Question, Read, Summarize, Test) Strategy Toward Students’ Reading Comprehension at Second Grade SMKS Teknologi YPL Lirik
study aims to determine the effect of the PQRST (Preview, Question, Read, Summarize, Test) strategy on the reading ability of class XI students of SMKS Teknologi YPL Lirik. The study used an experimental method with two classes: the experimental class using the PQRST strategy and the control class using the Problem Based Learning (PBL) method. The results of the pre-test and post-test were analyzed using normality, homogeneity, and t-test tests with the help of SPSS software. The results of the analysis showed that the PQRST strategy had a significant effect on students' reading comprehension. The experimental class showed a higher increase in average scores than the control class, proving the effectiveness of this strategy in improving students' reading ability.
Reading, Reading Comprehension, PQRST (Preview, Question, Read, Summarize, Test) Strategy
The Impact of Problem-Based Learning on Students' Narrative Writing Proficiency in the Second Grade at SMAN 1 Pasir Penyu
This study aims to determine problem based learning significantly an effect narrative text writing ability at second grade SMAN 1 Pasir Penyu. This research is included in quantitative research. The population in this study was class XI students, and the samples were class XI.6 as the control class and XI.2 as the experimental class. Data collection techniques are carried out using tests and documentation. The instrument in this research is a test of students’ narrative text writing ability. The research results found that the pre-test average for classes was X1.6 with in average of 42.08, while the pre-test average for class XI.2 was 45.55. With this, experimental classes and control classes can be determined based on the final results of the pre-test. Then, after the researchers used the treatment and gave a post-test as the experimental class (XI.2), the average results was 56.94, showing that the highest % of students’ writing ability classification was 55.6%. Thus, most of the students in the experimental class classified enough. While in the control class (XI.6) without treatment it was 46.66, showing that the highest % of students’ writing ability classification was 44.5%. Thus, most of students in the class are classified as enough. After analyzing the from both classes, an independent sample t-test was conducted to test the hypothesis. The Sig (2-tailed) value was less than significant level (0.000 < 0.05), so Ha was accepted. Based on the results of the research carried out, the problem based learning can be used as alternative solution in the teaching and learning process which is specialized in improving students’ writing ability. Students are trained to be active and collaborative to develop their writing ideas with friends and find story which that are expressed is the text.
Problem Based Learning, Writing Ability, Narrative Text
An Analysis of The Students’ Reading Comprehension on Descriptive Text at First Grade SMKS Muhammadiyah Pasir Penyu
This study aims to analyze students’ understanding of descriptive texts. Based on observations at First Grade of SMKS Muhammadiyah Pasir Penyu, it was found that some students still had difficulties in comprehending the reading material, especially in identifying main ideas, detailed information, and vocabulary in the text. In addition, the lack of self-confidence also influenced how they understood English texts. This research is a qualitative descriptive study. The participants of this study were 16 first-grade students of SMKS Muhammadiyah Pasir Penyu in the academic year 2025/2026. Data were collected through tests and observation. The researcher gave 20 multiple-choice questions based on indicators of descriptive text reading comprehension, such as recognizing the main idea, word meaning, explicit and implicit information. The data were analyzed by calculating the average score and the percentage of students’ performance. The results of this study are expected to give a clear picture of how well students understand reading texts and can be used as a reference for teachers to improve the quality of English learning in the classroom. The classification of the students’ scores in meeting 1 shows that 12.5% of the students were categorized as excellent, 12.5% as good, 81.25% as fair, and 50% as poor. This indicates that the majority of the students were still in the fair category, with a significant portion also falling under the poor category. Therefore, the average result of students' reading comprehension in descriptive text during the first meeting is categorized as fair. In meeting 2, there was a slight improvement in the students' performance. 12.5% of the students were in the excellent category, 56.25% in the good category, and 81.25% remained in the fair category. This data suggests that although many students were still categorized as fair, more students were able to move into the good and excellent categories compared to the previous meeting. Thus, the overall result in meeting 2 is categorized as good. In meeting 3, the students showed significant progress. A total of 25% of students were categorized as excellent, while 75% were in the good category. There were no students left in the fair or poor categories, which indicates that their understanding of descriptive texts had improved considerably. Therefore, the result of meeting 3 is also categorized as good. Based on the results from meeting 1, 2, and 3, it can be concluded that the reading comprehension ability of the first-grade students of SMKS Muhammadiyah Pasir Penyu in the academic year 2025/2026 has improved. The average score obtained was 65%, which is categorized as good. This shows that through continuous practice and guidance, students were able to develop a better understanding of descriptive texts over time.
The Implementation of "Independent Curriculum" at Tenth Grade of SMK Terpadu Takwa Belitang
Abstract This study aims to evaluate the implementation of the Independent Curriculum across various subjects in SMK Terpadu Takwa Belitang, with a focus on the alignment of teaching modules with specified phases. Utilizing a qualitative descriptive method, the research captures real-world data through observations and descriptive analyses. The findings indicate that the Independent Curriculum has been effectively implemented at tenth grade English subjects, incorporating differentiated learning and the use of digital resources. Teachers adapt teaching materials based on student data, facilitate student potential development, and actively communicate with parents. Evaluation methods include formative assessments and reinforcement for material mastery. Challenges faced include teacher preparedness and student engagement, addressed through preparatory measures and creating a conducive learning environment.
Independent Curriculum, implementation, teaching module
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Innovative Media to Increase Student's Speaking Skills by Using Cake Application
The aim of this investigation is to assess the discernible variance between students who receive instruction prior to utilizing the Cake application as an innovative educational tool and those who are instructed subsequent to employing the Cake application in an educational context. The study adopts a quantitative research approach through an experimental design, specifically employing a pre-experimental design involving a single group of students subjected to both pre-test and post-test evaluations. This design entails assessing a solitary group without the inclusion of a control or comparative group. The data analysis entails the utilization of paired sample t-test, comparing students' pre-test and post-test scores. The results of the paired sample t-test indicate that the calculated t-value exceeds the critical t-value (19.151 > 1.684) at a significance level of α 0.05 in a one-tailed test, with degrees of freedom (df) calculated as (n-2) (33-2), resulting in 31. Consequently, the Null Hypothesis (Ho) is rejected, and the Alternative Hypothesis (Ha) is accepted. This implies that the innovative use of the Cake application demonstrates a statistically significant enhancement in students' speaking skills, particularly in the context of daily conversations.
Innovative Media, Cake Application,Speaking
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The EFFECT OF ANAGRAM GAME TO STUDENT VOCABULARY AT JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
This research search is based on a preliminary study that I have researched about THE EFFECT OF ANAGRAM GAME TO STUDENT VOCABULARY AT JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL. This study aims to determine the effectiveness of using the Anagram Game to improve vocabulary mastery of Grade 7 students at SMPN 02 Bondowoso in the 2022/2023 academic year. Researchers design grids that already exist in the curriculum, conduct treatments in class using anagram games, and provide questions so that we know the results that have been obtained when giving treatment to students. The research subject that I conducted was in grade 7 students at SMPN 02 Bondowoso, in the 2022/2023 academic year. The research that I did followed the existing procedures, namely planning in research, observing at school, conducting treatment, and collecting student data. To collect data, researchers used observation and test instruments. The data obtained is presented quantitatively. This study shows that Vocabulary Learning in the classroom with the Anagram Game method can increase students' vocabulary. This can be seen in the increase after each cycle. Prior to the research, none of the students scored above the KKM. In the first cycle, only a few students scored above the KKM. Whereas in the second cycle after conducting treatment using the Anagram Game, 14 out of 32 students scored above the KKM. That is, students give a positive response to the application of this method
An Analysis of Lexical Cohesion in the "Alice in Wonderland" Novel by Lewis Carroll
The title of this study is An Analysis of Lexical Cohesion in the Novel Alice in Wonderland. The purpose of this study is to explore the type and amount of lexical cohesion in Lewis Carroll's novel Alice in Wonderland. The method that the writer used is descriptive qualitative method. The technique of data collection used in this study involves several steps such as reading the novel searching for lexical cohesion in the novel and make a note of lexical cohesion in the novel. The source of data for this study is Lewis Carroll's novel Alice in Wonderland. The lexical cohesion that is the focus of this research are repetition, synonym, superordinate, and general noun. Based on the results of data analysis, it was found as much as 103 data. They were 64 findings (62%) of repetition, 11 findings (10,5%) of synonym, 24 findings (23,5%) of superordinate and 4 findings (4%) of general noun. From the finding above it can be seen that the most domineering is Repetition with 64 data findings with a percentage of 62 %.
The The Influence Of Visual Literacy In Improving Reading Comprehension Of Grade 8 Students At SMPN 01 Buay Madang
Visual literacy is important in understanding a language text. One of the characteristics that might improve students' comprehension of reading materials is visual literacy, which includes the capacity to comprehend and interpret visual features like pictures, graphs, and diagrams in text. The use of visual literacy media has become an increasingly important topic in education, especially in the context of students' reading comprehension at the junior high school level. This article aims to find out how visual literacy affects 8th grade reading comprehension at SMPN 01 Buay Madang. This research method uses qualitative methods by using a qualitative descriptive approach and data collection tools in the form of observation, and documentation. The results showed that: (1) there is a significant difference between students who use visual literacy media and those who do not; (2) visual literacy media can help students understand texts more easily and quickly because of the visual elements included in the text that explain the information; and (3) students who use visual literacy media have better comprehension skills and are more adept at applying information when compared to students who only use text without any visual elements. This suggests that visual literacy can be an effective strategy to increase comprehension, especially in digital learning contexts where visual aids are more prevalent. This study offers recommendations for a curriculum that focuses more on the use of visual literacy in classroom instruction with the aim of helping students understand the material more thoroughly and raising the standard of instruction in schools.
The Effectiveness of Graphic Organizer Strategy to Improve Reading Comprehension in Eleventh Grade Students at SMA Pancasila Ambulu
Reading comprehension is an important point that needs to be considered in reading activities, namely the ability of students to understand the meaning of the contents of a reading text a whole. Graphic organizer strategy, namely as a graphic diagram or chart that represents the relationship directed by the verb thinking skills associated with the importance of students' reading comprehension. This strategy is effective to help students achieve their reading competence because using graphic organizers that focus on critical and creative thinking elements can help students better grasp the meaning of a text. This study followed a simple research design called pre-experimental research, specifically a static group comparison design. The participants were students from SMA Pancasila Ambulu, with 24 students from 11th Science A and 27 students from 11th Science B. The results revealed that the post-test scores of both the experimental and control groups were significantly different, with a level of significance of ≤0.05. This led to rejecting the null hypothesis (Ho) and accepting the alternative hypothesis (Ha). The experimental group scored 90.41 on the post-test, while the control group scored 37.37. This shows a significant difference in reading comprehension levels between students who learned using interactive graphic organizers and those who were taught with student worksheets.
Reading Comphrehension, Graphic Diagram.
STUDENTS SPEAKING DIFFICULTIES IN ENGLISH PRESENTATIONS AT SMA PUJER
Students prefer their native language over English in everyday communication. While initial conversations in English go smoothly, difficulties arise as the conversation progresses. Especially, during presentation students often find it is difficult. This study set out to discover students speaking difficulties in English presentation. A qualitative method was used to summarize the data that was obtained from the outcome. The primary data in this research will take from that will be given for students at SMA Pujer in academic year 2022/2023. The data obtained from questionnaire that distributed to all students. The data obtained from the questionnaire was analyzed by using descriptive statistic.Those difficulties were categorized into several groups, namely: Speaking anxiety, topic and vocabulary, time management, grammar mastery and keeping the audience.Most of the students who had problems noted that giving an oral presentation was particularly tough because of their fear and lack of confidence. Students can overcome their challenges by bringing a note with them during presentations, memorising the material, and avoiding eye contact.
Speaking, Speaking difficulties, Presentation
Teachings on Writing Narrative Texts Through Teaching Clustering to Tenth Grade Students Nurul Huda Sukaraja High School
Applying clustering methodologies to instruct narrative texts to tenth grade students at SMK Nurul Huda Sukaraja. The proof for this assertion is substantiated by the results of the Independent Sample t-test performed on the post-test scores of both the experimental and control groups. The calculated t-values were 5.954 and 5.984, with a significance (two-tailed) value of 0.000. Thus, it is feasible for the t-value to surpass the critical t-value of 2.021 when the degrees of freedom (df) are 49, given that the sample size (n) is 51. Furthermore, the two-tailed significance (Sig) value is below the preset significance limit (α) of 0.05. The Null Hypothesis is rejected and the Alternative Hypothesis (Ha) is upheld. There is a significant difference between students who are educated using the Write Narrative Text Clustering Technique and students who are guided using Write Narrative Text utilising the Clustering Technique. The results further demonstrated that the use of the Clustering Technique in the students' class resulted in a decrease in their writing challenges. By using the Clustering methodology, students may pinpoint the underlying source of writing problems and successfully address them. This strategy is very efficacious in augmenting the understanding of the topic matter.
Writing Teaching, Narratuve Texts, Clustering
The Effect of Make a Match Technique on Students’ Vocabulary Mastery
The purpose of this study is to determine the effect of the Make a Match Technique on students' vocabulary mastery at SMPN 1 Panti Jember in the academic year 2022/2023. This study employed a quasi-experimental design with a pre-test post-test non-equivalent control group. The population was seventh grade consist of 186 students and the sample of this research was seventh grade consist of 58 students of class E and F. The data were collected by using pre-test and post-test in control class and experimental class were analyzed using SPSS 16.0. The mean score of experimental class before giving the treatment is 72,30 and the mean score after giving the treatment is 87,40. For testing the hypothesis is used mann-whitney test as a substitute independent test, and the result is Sig. (2-tailed) 0,000 < 0,05. So, the Ha is accepted and H0 is rejected. Additionally, the result of data analysis shows that there is a significant effect on students’ vocabulary mastery who taught using Make a Match Technique. Using the Make a Match technique can also stimulate students to remember vocabulary better, especially in nouns and verbs.
Improving Young Learners’ Vocabulary Skills By Using Busy Book Media With Guessing Games Strategy
The learning media is everything related to facilities and infrastructure (tools/objects) are used to support or to facilitate the delivery of subjects in the learning process to achieve the goals of learning itself. Teachers can use learning media to convey lesson information to students and can stimulate students’ attention, feelings, thoughts, and willingness to learn in order to encourage an effective learning process. Busy book is one of the learning media in teaching in English. “Busy book” is a book made of flannel which contains interesting pictures. This book is very safe for students so that it can be used freely, and has a soft flannel texture and the fabric doesn’t get wet easily so this book can last a for a long time. The purpose of this research is to find out the effectiveness of using busy book media using the guessing game strategy to improve the vocabulary mastery of grade 3 students at SDN 1 Wringinpitu in the 2022/2023 academic year. This research is Action Research carried out in teaching and learning activities in class, so this research includes Classroom Action Research. The result is the guessing game technique can improve students’ vocabulary skills. The results of this action research in the second cycle also prove the action hypothesis that the use of busybooks with guessing games can improve the English vocabulary skills of grade 3 students at SDN 1 Wringinpitu in the 2022/2023 academic year.
The Correlation between Students’ Self-Confidence and Speaking Ability
The title of this research is “THE CORRELATION BETWEEN STUDENT'S SELF-CONFIDENCE AND SPEAKING ABILITY”. The objective of the research is to find out whether there is significant correlation or not between student’s self-confidence and speaking ability of sixth and eighth semester student of 2022-2023 academic year English Language Education Program Faculty of Teacher Training and Education Universitas Muhammadiyah Jember. The researcher use correlational research, quantitative nonexperimental research. The sample of this study is 33 students from sixth and eighth grade semester English Language Education Program Faculty of Teacher Training and Education Universitas Muhammadiyah Jember, which consists of 16 students from 6th semester and 17 students from 8th semester. The collecting data technique used a speaking test and a questionnaire. The results of this study show that there is a significant relationship between self-confidence and speaking ability.
Correlation, Self-confidence, Speaking Ability
The Effectiveness Bits and Pieces Game to Student Writing Skill and Seventh Grade Student
In this research, students had problems in writing a text, the difficulty of generating ideas to be written was the main obstacle. This research aims to determine whether the Bits and Pieces Game is effective for the writing skills of class VII students of SMP Muhammadiyah 1 Jember. This study used a quasi-experimental pre-test and post-test method with a non-equivalent control group design. The population in this study were all class VII students of SMP Muhammadiyah 1 Jember for the 2022/2023 academic year. Using saturated sampling technique (total sampling) which involved all students of class VII with a total of 36 students, then divided into two groups, there were class VII A with 22 students as the control group and VII B with 14 students as the experimental group. Both classes were given pre-test and post-test. The results of his research showed that the control class was from 45.63 to 52.45, and the experimental class was from 56.42 to 74.43. From the hypothesis test, it is obtained that the significance of the T-test Sig 0.000 <0.05, which means the null hypothesis (Ho) is rejected. This shows that the Bits and Pieces Game has a significant effect on students' writing skills.