Linguistics and ELT Journal

The Students and Teacherâ€™s Perception of Mobile-Assisted Language Learning Integration in EFL Teaching-Learning Practices

Farhan Fuady — 2023-12-22

In the ever-evolving landscape of language education, technology propelled people toward new horizons, acting as the wind in their sails. Mobile-Assisted Language Learning (MALL) stood at the helm of this digital voyage, reshaping how people acquired languages. When setting these targets, the researcher focused on considering the quality requirements of mobile applications, taking into account the perspectives of both users and instructors. Therefore, the study aimed to analyze students' and teachers' perceptions of MALL integration in teaching-learning practice. For this study, the researcher chose a descriptive qualitative approach. The researcher used a questionnaire and an interview to collect both quantitative and qualitative data perspectives. The researcher quantitatively presented the percentage data of the questionnaire, and qualitatively, an analysis of interview responses was conducted, obtained from three classes and a teacher from one of the Private Junior High Schools in Jakarta. In a quantitative data perspective, students demonstrated favorable ratings on measures of usefulness, ease of use, and satisfaction when utilizing MALL (Mobile-Assisted Language Learning) in their English classrooms, as indicated by responses collected through Google Forms. From a qualitative perspective, both teachers and students concurred that MALL held the potential for enhancing both soft and hard skills. It fostered learning focus and independent study, offered convenience through its availability anytime and anywhere, optimized battery and data consumption, and facilitated communication between students and teachers. The result was an expressed desire to utilize MALL in the future.

Technology Acceptance Model in Socrative as a Learning Grammar Software: Higher Education Studentsâ€™ Perception

Sholihatul Hamidah Daulay — 2023-12-22

Technological advancement that are happening today provide many conveniences, including in the world of education, especially teaching writing. The main objective of this research is to find out how students perceive the use of Socrative to teach English grammar. The method used in this research is descriptive qualitative. Students enrolled in the second semester of the English Education Study Program for the 2022â€“2023 academic year are the participants. Interviews and questionnaires were used to collect data for this investigation. The questionnaire included 20 (twenty) items regarding perceived utility and perceived ease of use, which the Â technology acceptance model (TAM) theory has developed to ensure the reliability and validity of the questionnaire. The findings of this research indicated that students have a very good evaluation of the use of social constructions in teaching grammar. The results proved that they accept the application of Socrative well in their learning process

Phonetic Proficiency in /r/ Pronunciation: A Case Study of Chinese Students Learning Indonesian

Muhammad Nur Arifin — 2023-12-30

In the realm of BIPA (Bahasa Indonesia untuk Penutur Asing) learning, learners grapple with a myriad of challenges, chief among them being the linguistic disparities between their native language (L1) and the target language (L2) they are striving to acquire. Mandarin Chinese, in particular, presents a unique challenge due to its partial incorporation of the /r/ sound, albeit to a lesser extent compared to Indonesian, and its distinct articulation, which varies markedly from other languages. Moreover, the pronunciation of this sound can differ among various Chinese dialects, adding an additional layer of complexity for Chinese learners of Indonesian. This study pursues three primary objectives: (1) the identification of sound changes in the /r/ sound; (2) the classification of the various types of sound changes affecting the /r/ sound; and (3) the identification of common sound changes associated with the /r/ sound within this specific learner group. To achieve these aims, a quantitative descriptive analysis methodology was employed. The research data were collected through voice recordings of 16 students enrolled in the fifth semester of the undergraduate program in Indonesian Studies at Zhejiang Yuexiu University of Foreign Languages, China. The results of the study unveiled a spectrum of phonetic proficiency levels and challenges among the participants. Notably, 75% of respondents demonstrated accurate pronunciation of the /r/ sound, showcasing a high level of proficiency in this aspect of their language acquisition. However, 15% exhibited a tendency to replace the sound with /l/, highlighting a specific area that requires targeted pedagogical interventions. Additionally, 5% grappled with zeroization, completely omitting this sound, underscoring the necessity for focused language instruction. In only 1% of instances, respondents produced words that were unidentifiable due to potential omissions, necessitating further investigation. Further research is strongly encouraged to explore the effectiveness of customized phonetic training programs and their correlation with learners' linguistic backgrounds in shaping pronunciation proficiency among Chinese students studying Indonesian.

Forensic Stylistic Analysis of UNNES Studentâ€™s Suicide Note

Dini Eka Maulida — 2023-12-30

Suicide notes are powerful pieces of evidence in suicide cases, left as messages by individuals who commit or intend to commit suicides. The intention of leaving suicide notes is mostly to convey thoughts and feelings that are unknown to people when the victims are alive. This study investigated the linguistic features contained in the suicide note written by a college student of UNNES using descriptive-qualitative as the research method and applying Prokofyeva's theory of suicide notes linguistic features. The suicide note is available and can be accessed online. This study aimed to analyze the forensic stylistic approach towards the suicide note by showing the linguistic features and interpreting the messages delivered by the victim. The researchers classified and described the data in five distinguished characteristics of linguistic features found in the suicide note; clear reasoning, expressing emotions, text structure, grammar, and punctuation. The findings revealed that all the features are present in the suicide note, yet the researchers found that there were different tenses used in the suicide note. The results found only ellipsis in the victimâ€™s suicide note. The data findings in this research may assist future research regarding the study of forensic stylistics, specifically in investigating suicide notes.

Phonological Analysis of the Studentsâ€™ Speaking Performance in Delivering Short Stories

Ni Made Ayu Purnami — 2023-12-31

Quintessentially, some significant proportions have arisen due to mistakenness carried out by the institute students in performing their speech demonstration, particularly in telling short stories. In essence, this current study is intended to anatomize the phonological errors in delivering short stories based on real-life experience. In addition, qualitative research method was used in this study especially in analyzing the utterances in the field of speaking aspect. It used data collection technique in the form of transcriptions. It is concluded that the findings of the study showed that the emersion of diverse variety which includes fluency, accuracy of the nature of phonology field is dominantly based on the background of education, environmental background, studentsâ€™ motivation, learning atmosphere, studentsâ€™ current efforts in learning language, and other internal and external factors which contributed. Encouragement from family and environment as one of external factor takes important role in order to improve the phonological mastery on students. According to the data gathered by the researcher, that phonological mistakenness executed by the students due to lack of learning English intensively and comprehending the nature of phonology.

Feminist Stylistic Analysis of Bella Poarch's Song "Build A Bitch"

Aina Zahra Tarigan — 2023-12-31

This research aims to examine Bella Poarch's song "Build a Bitch" from a feminist stylistic point of view. This research is conducted using Sara Mills' feminist stylistics theory which consists of three levels as suggested by Mills in her book. The analysis is conducted using descriptive-qualitative methodology that involves collecting and analyzing data at the word level, analyzing at the phrase/sentence level, and analyzing at the discourse level, and relating it to gender issues. The findings show an advanced representation of traditional gender roles, specifically the narrative's objectification of women. The metaphorical employing of the phrases 'Barbie' and 'Ken' exposes gender biases along with judging social beauty standards and unacceptable gender roles assigned to women. The song arises as a critique of traditional gender norms, combining with feminist stylistic elements by questioning and disputing society demands on women. The song navigates relationships complexities and society expectations critically, providing the speaker to stand against standards and fight for self-love.

Fillers Used by Speakers on DIVE Studios Podcast

Untari Setyowati — 2023-12-31

Fillers are words or sentences used in speech in order to connect concepts or link ideas during pauses in speech. This research examined the types and functions of fillersÂ used by speakers on DIVE Studio podcast. This study aims to determine the types and functions of fillers used by speakers in the Dive Studios podcast. Furthermore, conversation analysis is used in this study to gather data. This research also uses a qualitative approach to describe the data. The study's findings revealed 479 fillers, divided into lexicalized and unlexicalized filled pauses. On the other hand, the researchers concluded that fillers have several functions related to the speaker's state. Five functions represent this research: hesitating, empathizing, mitigating, time-creating devices, and editing terms. Additionally, knowing the many kinds and purposes of fillers may assist speakers in being mindful of their speaking abilities.Â

University Studentsâ€™ Perception About Plickers for Online Formative Assessment Tools

Erlin Pebriantika — 2023-12-31

Current digital era has influenced the education system to provide technology-oriented activity in the classroom. The development of online formative assessment tools is one of the impacts of this digital revolution. This study aims at providing the perception of the university students on the use of one of online assessment tools called Plickers. The participants of this study consist of 11 pharmacy faculty students who got an English training. The use of Plickers was on their formative assessment of the English training. A semi-structured interview was conducted in order to gain the data. The interview focused on two research questions:(1) How do the university students compare traditional method with Plickers for English formative assessment? and (2) How are their perceptions on Plickers for English formative assessment? The results showed that the students had positive perceptions toward Plickers. When comparing Plickers to the traditional assessment method, the participants found that Plickers was more modern, more fun, and more effective and efficient. This study also elaborates the strength and the weakness of the Plickers in terms of the specific application. These findings could provide more insight on the use of Plickers for the assessment especially in Indonesian education.

Cooperative Principles Strategy In Buying and Selling At Sasak Traditional Market In Praya

Sartika Hijriati — 2023-12-31

This paper focused on analyzing Griceâ€™s maxim as stated in Levinsonâ€™s Pragmatics between sellers' and buyersâ€™ conversations during buying and selling activity at the Sasak traditional market in Praya City. The data was collected by recording the speech event using a digital voice recorder and then transcribing the utterances literally. The analysis is done by the pragmatic identity method, then the result is presented using the informal method. The findings reveal 83 instances demonstrated the fulfillment of maxims and 25 exhibited the flouting of maxims. Importantly, participants tended to adhere to maxims more often than deviate from them. Overall, the research indicates adherence to cooperative principles by the speech participants from both the sellers and the buyers to state what they mean clearly and briefly so the conversation flows smoothly. But they also flout the cooperative principles to indirectly send their meaning of utterances. Any utterance they deliver is based on the psychological process that follows principles of normative, behavioral, motivational, and cognitive.

EFL Studentsâ€™ Voice on the Use of Spotify Application toward Studentsâ€™ Pronunciation

Melvina Melvina — 2024-01-19

Majority of Senior High School students thought that pronunciation is challenging. However, the use of application in the learning process could effectively assist students. The aim of this research is to identify the perceptions of students about the use of Spotify to learn pronunciation. The survey research was used to carry out this study. Thirty senior high school students were invited to fill the online questionnaire. After collecting the data, the researchers analyzed the data by using SPSS and presented descriptively. The result revealed that the students as the sample gave positive responses about the use of Spotify as media of learning English especially to learn pronunciation. English songs on Spotify could be useful for students in the process of learning English, it could be an easy and simple media for students to learn English. It was suggested to English teachers to find out studentsâ€™ interests so the learning process would be more enjoyable and make students could receive the lessons given well

Analyzing Errors in Studentsâ€™ Writing

Erni Sona Aristia — 2024-01-25

The purpose of this study was to examine the mistakes that eighth-grade Madrasah Tsanawiyah (MTS) students made when composing recount texts. There were 27 pupils enrolled. The research method used is qualitative design. Interviews, paperwork, and tests were used to gather data, which was then identified, categorized, and explained (calculated), and errors were assessed. The results demonstrate that pupils made mistakes in addition, subtraction, miss-formation, and ordering. There were 264 mistakes in total.Â There were 23% omission errors, 13% addition errors, 57% miss-formation errors, and 7% miss-ordering errors. Â There were 68 errors in omission, which may be divided into 8 prepositional, 10 article, 28 to be, 17 subject, and 5 noun omissions. When crafting a sentence, the students failed to include grammatical morphemes, certain necessary components of proper sentences, and the items that belong in the phrase. The 28 addition errors were divided into 3 noun addition errors, 2 preposition addition errors, 12 article addition errors, 1 conjunction addition error, 9 to be addition errors, and 1 auxiliary addition error. 140 miss-formation mistakes, divided into 14 categories. 20 misspelled words, 16 misspelled plural words, fifteen word choice/word form, eight possessive form, five auxiliary, twenty-three present verb for third-person singular, six subjects, nine, preposition, ten verbs, twenty pronouns, and thirty-two misspelled articles. Incorrect morpheme placement was frequently cited as the cause of the students' sentences' incorrect order. In this investigation, 23 miss-ordering problems were discovered.

Morphological Stylistic Analysis found in Langston Hughesâ€™s Poem â€œHarlemâ€

Ayuna Zahara — 2024-01-25

This study conducts a morphological stylistic analysis of Langston Hughes's renowned poem "Harlem" with the overarching objective of identifying and categorizing the types of morphemes employed within the poem. Â Moreover, this research seeks to determine the most dominant type of morpheme in the poem. The researchers used descriptive qualitative method in analyzing the data. Employing qualitative methods, the analysis focuses on identifying various morpheme types of free morpheme and bound morpheme, such as lexical, functional, derivational, inflectional morphemes. Through a line-by-line examination, the study scrutinizes the presence and role of morphemes in constructing the vivid and evocative imagery characteristic of "Harlem." In the result, the researchers found 16 lexical morphemes (nouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs) 25 functional morphemes (pronouns, prepositions, articles, conjunctions), 7 inflectional and 3 derivational suffixes. Furthermore, the results of the analysis shows that the most dominant types of morphemes are functional morpheme.

The Discourse of COVID-19 Variants on COVID-19 News on The Jakarta Post

Atur Semartini — 2024-01-25

News always implies ideological background and social condition that produces it. News as popular media continuously constructs reality which is then believed to be the truth by the audience or readers. Pandemic COVID-19 has become an issue that attracts media as well as newspaper. The infection rate of COVID-19 keeps increasing due to the variants that continue to emerge. This research aims to investigate how COVID-19 variants, especially Delta and Omicron variants, are constructed on The Jakarta Post. The data used in this paper is the headline news about COVID-19 variants (Delta and Omicron) on The Jakarta Post during 2021-2022. The data was analyzed using Faircloughâ€™s Critical Discourse Analysis. The analysis confirms that Delta Variant was constructed as deadly virus that caused so many problems in Indonesia, while Omicron Variant was represented as virus that was less harmful than Delta Variant. These findings imply the ideological background and social condition in Indonesia during the pandemic COVID-19. The media emphasized the governmentâ€™s and societyâ€™s role during the pandemic COVID-19. Â

Analyzing Teacherâ€™s Speech Acts in a Classroom-Based English Learning Video

Aisyah Bindiya — 2024-01-30

This current research intends to identify and explain the forms of speech acts produced by the teacher in a learning video published on a YouTube channel. This research applies a qualitative descriptive method to respond to the problems studied. The findings indicate that among the various speech acts used, directive speech acts are more produced by the teacher in the video. It can be concluded from the results that 26 utterances produced by the teacher (25.2%) belong to representative speech acts, 52 utterances (50.5%) to directive speech acts, 2 utterances (2%) to commissive speech acts, 23 utterances (22.3%) to expressive speech acts. Directives are mostly produced by teachers inside the classroom while asking and questioning and become the most dominant directive speech acts produced by the teacher. It may happen because, in the learning video, the teacher gives students the opportunity to study a problem and try to solve the problem independently.