Journal issue
Vol. 4 No. 1 (2024)
March
Published: 2024-03-20
All articles of this issue have been reviewed in a blind review process, and the authors and co-authors are from eight countries (Indonesia, Nigeria, Pakistan, Morocco, Malaysia, Vietnam, Uzbekistan, USA)
- Articles
- 19
- Published
- 2024-03-20
- Year
- 2024
Table of Contents
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Articles
Unveiling Melodies: Navigating Issues in African Oral Literature through Nkem Okoh's Preface to Oral Literature
The oral literature in Africa has not been taken seriously. The implication is that assertion is a fear of its death as many scholars in Africa have given it less attention. To address the gap and deepen the conversation, this…
Pages: 1-17 -
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Developing A Prototype of Module Instruction of Writing Short-Stories Integrated with Samawa Local Wisdom
The teaching modules should be carefully designed to not only cover the academic aspects of literature but also to incorporate elements that foster cultural understanding and appreciation. The goal is to create a comprehensive…
Pages: 18-34 -
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The Effectiveness of Drill Method in Improving Language Students’ Listening Skills of News at the Islamic-Affiliated Middle Schools
This research aimed to investigate the effectiveness of the Drill method in improving junior high school students' listening skills, particularly in the context of listening to the news. The focus was on eighth-grade students at…
Pages: 35-48 -
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The Benefits of Nurturing EFL Teachers’ Agency at the Beginning of their Professional Development Journeys
EFL educators in this modern age are vulnerable to stressful and anxiety-evoking situations while dealing with their daily teaching demands such as heavy administrative workloads, unyielding students’ behaviors, and external…
Pages: 49-60 -
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Language Politeness in Elementary School Students Learning Activities
Politeness in language is an important indicator of the success of character education which must be cultivated in every aspect of life, both at school, in the family and in society. Nowadays, language politeness in the younger…
Pages: 61-70 -
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Meta-Analysis: The Effect of Word Search, Wordwall, Crossword, & Scramble Games in Learning English Vocabulary
Games are one way to make learning vocabulary fun, especially with attractive games such as Word search, Wordwall, Crossword, and Scramble. By using the meta-analysis research aimed at reviewing the effect of word search games,…
Pages: 71-83 -
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Investigating EFL Police Officers’ Learning Needs and Problems in English Listening and Speaking Skills: An English Specific Purposes (ESP) Context
This research delves into the imperative nature of English speaking and listening competencies for tourist police officers and travel agents, crucial for efficacious communication with international tourists. Specifically, it…
Pages: 84-97 -
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The Efficaccy of Roundtable Technique on EFL Students' Writing Skills: An Experience Learned from a Remote Area Roundtable and wrtiting skills
Writing is a skill to express ideas and thoughts to make a message explicit. To arrange an idea in written text the students’ need soft skill in completing a text; grammar, punctuation, and vocabulary are the most important…
Pages: 98-109 -
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Students' Perceptions of Using the OpenAI ChatGPT Application in Improving Writing Skills
This study investigates the perceptions of utilizing the ChatGPT OpenAI application to enhance students' writing skills. One rapidly developing AI application is ChatGPT, a language model that can assist in writing. The purpose…
Pages: 110-123 -
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Investigating Teachers’ Roles in Forming EFL Learners’ Self- Confidence: A Lesson Learned for Young Learners
Trust in oneself is a crucial aspect of personality development for students. The role of teachers is pivotal in fostering this self-trust among students. However, the implementation of this role often falls short, leading to…
Pages: 124-134 -
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The Use of Picture-Based English Materials to Improve Students’ Vocabulary Mastery for States Elementary Schools
The research aimed to find out improving students’ vocabulary mastery by using pictures. This research was conducted by using Classroom Action Research (CAR). The subject of this research was grade III of MIN 2 Mataram 2023/2024…
Pages: 135-149 -
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The Use of Collaborative Method through Jeopardy Games to Enhance Learners’ Vocabulary Knowledge
Vocabulary knowledge is a primary aspect of understanding word meanings, including definition, nuances, and usage in different contexts. This research aims to explore the use of the Collaborative method through Jeopardy games in…
Pages: 150-164 -
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The Communication Strategies to Avoid Conflicts When Speaking to Sasak Speakers: A Language Style Analysis
Sasak language is a language spoken by mostly whole people who live in Lombok Island, West Nusa Tenggara. As a main media of communication in Lombok, the possibility to get interact with them is wide open since Lombok had become…
Pages: 165-180 -
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Teaching Strategies Applied by EFL Teachers at Inclusive Classroom: An Learning Experince Learnt from Inclusive Classes
The term inclusion in the field of education is broadly defined as the incorporation of students with disabilities or those with special needs into general classrooms. In this regard, inclusive education represents a concept of…
Pages: 181-194 -
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Questioning Strategies in the English Classroom Interaction: An Effort in Improving EFL Learners’ Language Skills
Questioning strategies provide students with necessary springboards for communication. To encourage the students engagement and thinking in English Language learning, teachers’ need use different types of questioning strategies.…
Pages: 195-207 -
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The Use of Moving Class Learning Model to Enhance Speaking Skills Viewed from Motivation
The moving class is a teaching and learning model designed to infuse the learning environment with a fresh atmosphere. This model involves the systematic rotation of students between classrooms according to a predetermined…
Pages: 208-220 -
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Implementing Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) Through Group Discussion in Reading Comprehension Class
Utilizing CLIL through group discussions has significantly enhanced the learning experience in accounting. To achieve this, CLIL is frequently integrated into reading comprehension classes to directly gather responses from…
Pages: 221-231 -
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Enhancing EFL Students’ Reading Comprehension by Applying Small Group Discussion at Higher Vocational Education
At the polytechnic level of vocational education, students learn English as one of the fundamental skills. Improving one's communication abilities is crucial for students seeking higher professional positions in the tourism…
Pages: 232-243 -
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The Use of Quizlet for Vocabulary Learning: A Lesson from Innovative Application
As an essential element for effective communication, vocabulary knowledge plays a crucial role in language acquisition. With the increased importance of vocabulary learning, there is a new revolution called MALL (Mobile-Assisted…
Pages: 244-255