Kusumastuty, Patria Erry This quantitative study investigated the students’ perception of using TED Talks to improve their speaking skill. The study drew upon 210 in-service EFL scholar across universities in fourteen provinces in Indonesia. These student participants were asked to complete seventeen items of close-ended questionnaire. Statistical data analysis using reliability, descriptive analysis and One-Way… Continue reading Student’s Perceptions of Using TED Talks to Improve EFL Speaking Skill
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Developing Learner Autonomy in English as a Foreign Language Classes: Teachers’ Perceptions on Its Feasibility
Warni, Silih This study examined English as a Foreign Language (EFL) teachers’ perceptions toward how feasible it is to develop learner autonomy in secondary school context in Jakarta. 106 EFL teachers teaching in senior high schools in Jakarta took part and responded questionnaires concerning feasibility for developing learner autonomy in EFL context. The first part… Continue reading Developing Learner Autonomy in English as a Foreign Language Classes: Teachers’ Perceptions on Its Feasibility
Preserving Local Wisdom Through Extensive Reading Book “Traditional Games Of Indigenous People In West Kalimantan”
Fergiana, Ana This study aims to develop Extensive Reading books as learning materials for undergraduate students and to preserve the culture of traditional games that for decades have been performed by indigenous people in West Kalimantan yet are now being overlooked. The researchers believe that by developing a book based on local wisdom, students will… Continue reading Preserving Local Wisdom Through Extensive Reading Book “Traditional Games Of Indigenous People In West Kalimantan”
Utilizing Authentic Literature and Orai Application in Improving Students’ Literature Comprehension and Speaking Skills
Susyetina, Arida The rapid development of technology has brought a significant change in English classrooms. Nowadays, the use of technology plays a significant role in teaching and learning activities as students are more driven and enthusiastic when technology is utilized to facilitate learning. Orai application is proposed to improve students’ ability to comprehend authentic literature… Continue reading Utilizing Authentic Literature and Orai Application in Improving Students’ Literature Comprehension and Speaking Skills
THE USE OF MOBILE PHONE FEATURES BY EFL STUDENTS IN A PRIVATE UNIVERSITY IN JAKARTA
Asyifa, Dinda Ismu The study investigated features of mobile phone that EFL students potentially use as one as explores their perception toward mobile phone features. Located in one private university in Jakarta (English major and non-English major), this research focused to answer two main questions; 1) what are the features of mobile phone that EFL… Continue reading THE USE OF MOBILE PHONE FEATURES BY EFL STUDENTS IN A PRIVATE UNIVERSITY IN JAKARTA
The Effect of Debate Activity in English Four Skills: The Students’ Perspective
Zahra, Ira Atika In this 21st century, an integrative way to master four language skills is required. Debate is an activity which involves four language skills (listening, speaking, reading and writing) and enables students to practice skills properly. This study examines whether debate activity can lead to improve four language skills based on EFL students’… Continue reading The Effect of Debate Activity in English Four Skills: The Students’ Perspective
Learning Strategies of Two Thai Undergraduate Students
Maharsi, Ista Language learning strategies are important for students to help develop their language competences and succeed academically. This paper is aimed to identify the learning strategies used by two Thai university students taking English language training program. The two female students speak Thai language as their mother tongue, Bahasa Indonesia and English as their… Continue reading Learning Strategies of Two Thai Undergraduate Students
Problems Encountered by Learners and How to Deal with Them in Learning English as A Foreign Language
NURAENI, NURAENI In the process of learning English, EFL learners undergo many difficulties and give negative attitude towards the language. This research is conducted to respond this phenomenon. The aim of this research is to find out problems encountered by students who learn English as a foreign language and how they cope with the problems.… Continue reading Problems Encountered by Learners and How to Deal with Them in Learning English as A Foreign Language
Using Different Forms of Assessment to Assess Young Language Learners
Andhini, Rifa Using different forms of assessment is beneficial. The practice will increase the reliability of the assessment itself and enable teachers to obtain deeper and richer information regarding students’ abilities. Even though it might present numerous challenges, applying the principle in assessment for young language learners can be advantageous as well. Thus, literature review… Continue reading Using Different Forms of Assessment to Assess Young Language Learners
Needs Analysis of English for Biomedical Laboratory Students at Medical Vocational High School of Prof. Dr. Moestopo
Yunianika, Ika Tri The increasing number of vocational schools has contributed to the rapid expansion of English for Specific Purpose (ESP) in Indonesia. The first stage in developing learning materials for ESP is conducting needs analysis. It refers to activities in collecting information as the basis for academic development of a particular group of students.… Continue reading Needs Analysis of English for Biomedical Laboratory Students at Medical Vocational High School of Prof. Dr. Moestopo