A Comparative Study Between Google Application and Oxford Dictionary in EFL Learners’ Pronunciation

The aim of this study was to determine the significant differences in the use of the Google Application and the Oxford Dictionary Application on the pronunciation results of the second-semester students in Hamzanwadi University English Study Program. The method used in this research is the comparative method. The population used in this study were second-semester students of the English education study program, totaling 125 students, and 32 students participating as samples. The instrument of this research is an oral test. The data collection technique was using a pronunciation test. The result of this research shows that there is a significant difference in their pronunciation mastery between using Google Application and Oxford Dictionary. It was found that the result of the mean score of the students using Google Apps was 72.75 and the standard deviation was 6.92. It means that the pronunciation mastery of the students in using Google Apps belongs to the "Good" category. Meanwhile, the mean of the students using the Oxford Dictionary was 81.25 and the standard deviation was 8.41. It means that the pronunciation mastery of the students in using the Oxford Dictionary belongs to the "Excellent" category

The Correlation Study among EFL Learners’ Reticence, Motivation and Speaking Habit

This research aims to investigate the correlation between students' reticence, motivation, and their speaking habits which effected their speaking skills. The method used is a quantitative approach with a correlational design. The population was the eleventh-grade students of MA NW Montong Kubur comprising one class with a total of 35 students. The researcher used the total sampling method, in which all eleventh-grade students became respondents. Data collection was done through questionnaire and speaking test. The results showed that the correlation coefficient between students' speaking anxiety and their speaking achievement was r=0.312. Although these two variables have a negative correlation, the value of r=0.312 can still be classified as a significant correlation. Furthermore, the correlation coefficient between students' motivation and their speaking habits was found to be r=0.032. This means that there is a positive relationship between these variables, but the value of r=0.032 indicates a low correlation. Finally, the results showed that the correlation coefficient between students' speaking reticence, motivation, and speaking habits was r=0.105 which means that these three variables have a positive correlation, although the value of 0.105 indicates a very low level of correlation

An Analysis of Sasak Language Maintenance and Shift in Sumbawa: A Case Study at Surya Bhakti Neighbourhood in Sumbawa Regency

This research aimed to investigate the Sasak language maintenance and shift of Sasak people in Surya Bhakti neighborhood. This research was Qualitative descriptive method was employed in analyzing the data. There were 40 participants divided into young generation participants and old generation participants. There are 20 participants of the young generations that consist of 16 males and 4 females, while 20 participants of the old generation participants consist of 18 males and 2 females. Three techniques were employed to collect the data: observation, interview, and documentation. Observation and interviews serve as primary data sources. Meanwhile, documentation serves as the secondary one. The process of the interview was recorded. Meanwhile, a field note was used during the observation. Documents or documentation were used to complete the data findings from the observation and interview and take some pictures in the research area. Thus, all data from observation, interview, and documentation were analyzed. The research results show that Sasak people, both young and old generation participants, are proud of their language and cultural identity. The young generation participants maintain the Sasak language in Surya Bhakti neighborhood. In addition, the young generation participants have the proficiency in speaking Sasak language fluently and accurately than Sumbawanese. Furthermore, the data indicate that the old generations of Sasak people in Surya Bhakti neighborhood are more likely to use Sasak language than Sumbawanese when communicating daily with Sasak people in their community, even in their community outside of the neighborhood

The Effectiveness of RPT (Repetitive-Practice Technique) In Teaching Speaking Ability

This research aims to know the significant effect of RPT (Repetitive-Practice Technique) in teaching speaking at the tenth-grade students of SMA Al-Hasaniyah NW Jenggik in 2016-2017. This research was designed as pre-experimental with pretest and posttest design. The study population was 27 and 27 as the sample in X chosen by purposive random sampling it means the sample was taken purposively because the sample is representative. Speaking tests and analytical scoring rubric were used to collect the data. Then the data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and paired sample t-test to test the hypothesis, and it was performed by SPSS 22 for windows. The descriptive statistics analysis showed that RPT (Repetitive-Practice Technique) was effective in teaching speaking ability. It was proven by improving students' scores from 40.89 in Pre-Test and 58.96 in Post-Test. While the result of hypothesis testing using paired sample t-test at significance (2-tailed) value level was .000, it was lower than .05. RPT (Repetitive-Practice Technique) is significantly effective in teaching speaking ability. It was suggested that speaking in RPT (Repetitive-Practice Technique) is suitable for teaching speaking

The Students’ Ability in Reading Comprehension of TOEFL Test For The EFL Learners

The objectives of the research are to know the students’ ability in reading comprehension of TOEFL test for the EFL Learners. This study was categorized as a descriptive quantitative research. This study was conducted at the eighth semester students of Hamzanwadi University. The population of this study was 144 students from 3 classes and the sampling method was purposive sampling. The sample of this study was 30 students. The research instrument used to collect data was reading comprehension of TOEFL test. The collected data were submitted to descriptive statistic by using SPSS 22 for windows. The mean score of the test was 4.17, it categorized into low. Based on that result, the EFL Learners did not have good ability in finding main ideas, references, and meaning of words on reading of TOEFL test. Meanwhile, the mean score in finding information was 7.2 and inference was 6.4. So, the EFL Learners did not have good ability in finding information and inference

The Use of Diary to Improve the Writing Ability of the English Second Graders at Hamzanwadi University

The research aimed at finding out the use of a diary in improving the writing ability of the English students of Hamzanwadi University. The problems formulated in this research were (1) Is the use of diary effective in teaching writing for the English students of Hamzanwadi University? (2) How effective is using a diary in teaching writing for the English students of Hamzanwadi University? The research design of this study was one group pretest and posttest. The population of this research was the second-semester students of Hamzanwadi University, which consisted of 105 students in 4 classes. The present researcher took class D as the sample that consisted of 20 students. The present researcher generated a simple random sampling by obtaining an exhaustive list of a population and then randomly selecting a certain number of individuals to comprise the sample. A pretest and a posttest were given to the students to collect the data. The result of the data analysis indicated that the mean score of the pretest was 34.86 while in the posttest was 48.00. In testing the hypothesis, the result of the t-test was -9.706. The null hypothesis was rejected, and the alternative hypothesis was accepted. So, it can be said that using a diary was significantly effective in teaching writing

An Analysis on Students’ Difficulties in Speaking

The purpose of this research was to analyze the students’ difficulties in speaking English especially in introducing them self at MTS NW Al Hidayah Baremayung. Besides, the researcher also wanted know what the students’ difficulties in speaking English and what the factors of students difficulties in speaking English especially in introducing them self. The method of collecting data are observation, recording, and interview. The data were taken from the subject of the research in the form of teaching learning process, interview and recording. The research finding show that the students difficulties in speaking English especially in introducing them self are: (a) the student’s low vocabulary mastery. (b) the students had difficulties in pronouncing certain words because, English words are different between pronunciation and writing. (c) the students were still confused in arranging words. Then, there were still some mistakes in their grammar. (d) the students were often afraid of speaking English because they were worried of making mistakes. They were not confident and nervous when they introducing themselves

Students’ Involvement Analysis towards Teachers’ Teaching Reflection and Its Impact on Classroom

Analyzing students' involvement in teachers' teaching reflection can offer valuable insights into the effectiveness of classroom instruction. By encouraging students to participate in the reflection process, teachers can gain a better understanding of their strengths and areas for improvement. This study aimed to investigate students' involvement in teachers' teaching reflection and its impact on classroom.  The participants of this study were 20 students of Madrasah Tsanawiyah NW Sikur. This study used qualitative descriptive research approach. There are two sorts of data sources in qualitative research: primary resources and secondary resources. The result revealed that students generally responded positively to being involved in teachers' teaching reflection. In conclusion, the analysis of students' involvement in teachers' teaching reflection and its impact on the classroom highlights the significant role students can play in shaping effective teaching practices and fostering a conducive learning environment

Demotivation Factors in Using English as Daily Communication in EFL School: Case Study of EFL Learners

This study aimed to describe the causes of students' demotivation in using English for daily communication and find its solutions. The present researcher used the descriptive qualitative method. It was conducted on EFL Learners. There were 15 students to be participants in this study. The data were collected by observing, interviewing, and giving questionnaires to participants about English usage in their Islamic boarding schools. The participants' answers and the video of their daily communication were analyzed by interpreting the handy camera and checking the result of interpretation to the result of questioner and interview. Second, the present researcher compared the result of the handy camera, questioner, and interview to the existing theory to determine the causes of students' demotivation in using English as daily communication and its solution. The result analysis showed that the cause of students' demotivation is their lack of ability to use English, especially in mastering vocabulary and its pronunciation. Other factors were learning contents and materials, teachers, and failure experience. In addition, they prefer to use Arabic because Arabic has been rooted as daily communication in that Islamic boarding school. In comparison, the solution for that problem is that the teachers should pay considerable attention to the students' English ability, especially mastering and pronouncing vocabulary. Also, the teachers are suggested to pay more attention to teaching methods and their behavior to increase students' motivation and interest in second language learning. In addition, the teachers should explicitly make a regulation to divide a period for the student to speak English and Arabic