scholarly journals Using Reader’s Theatre Strategy in Learning English Poetry: How Effective it Could be?

2020 ◽  
Vol 4 (3) ◽  
pp. 310-322
Author(s):  
Irene Elena Khing

The purpose of this study was to investigate whether using Reader’s Theatre starategy could improve students’ comprehension level or not and exore students’ perception about the imlementation of Reader’s Theatre in learning English poetry. A total of eight participants from the same program in Kolej University Islam Perlis (KUIPs), Perlis were involved in the research. This study used Embedded Mixed Method in which preexperimental research was conducted in the quantitative stage of data collection, where the quantitative data were gained from students’ pre-test and posttest. Meanwhile the qulitative data were gained from the interview conducted at the end of experimental study. The data collected from the results of students’ pretest and posttest were analyzed by using paired samle T-Test, while thematic analysis was used to analyse the responses from interviews. The results of the analysis showed that 1) Reader’s Theatre strategy was able to enhance students’ comprehension level and 2) students showed positive perception that the learning activities with the implementation of Reader’s Theatre strategy brought three benefits; first, the activity was interesting and enjoyable, secondly, the activity made it easy to comprehend English literatures and thirdly, the activity made students work collaborativey in groups.

Author(s):  
Cica Syahrilla Putri ◽  

Online learning for Hair Trimming Course using Whatsapp, Zoom, and Elearning2unp applications is conducted by creating a class group and learning interaction using chat features and uploading material files, but the implementation is still not maximal. This study aimed at 1) knowing the students' perceptions about online 1earning facilities in hair trimming course, 2) knowing the students' perceptions about the students’ capacity in using online learning facilities in hair trimming course, 3) knowing the students' perceptions of online learning activities in hair trimming course, and 4) knowing the students’ perception of online learning implementation in hair trimming course. This was a descriptive study using a quantitative approach. The variable was single. The population was the students majoring in the Department of Makeup and Beauty, Faculty of Tourism and Hospita1ity, Universitas Negeri Padang batch 2019 by using the probability sampling technique. This study used primary data. The data collection technique was in the form of questionnaires or structured questionnaires. The instrument was a questionnaire distributed via Google Form. The tests applied to the instrument were the validity test and reliability test. The data ana1ysis technique used a descriptive statistica1 ana1ysis. Based on the resu1t of the study, it can conc1ude that the majority of the students batch 2019 have a less positive perception towards the imp1ementation of on1ine 1earning in the hair trimming course. This can be seen from the online learning facilities showing 12.5% (strongly positive), 17.9% (positive), 59% (less positive), and 10.3% (negative). For the educators’ and the students’ capacity in using the online learning facilities, the result is 12.8% (strongly positive), 10.3% (positive), 64.1% (less positive), and 12.8% (negative). Meanwhile, the result for the online learning activities is 7.7% (strongly positive), 46.2% (positive), 33.3% (less positive), and 12.8% (negative). Consequently, overall, the students' perception against the imp1ementation of on1ine learning in the hair trimming course is categorized as less positive. The students are suggested to maximize the use of online learning facilities in the hair trimming course to achieve a better outcome.


Author(s):  
Sukmawati Tono Palangngan ◽  
Eka Mulyaningsih

The objective of the research was to find out: (1) whether or not the students are interested in learning through Belajar Bahasa Inggris with ACO Application; (2) Students’ perception in Learning English through Belajar Bahasa Inggris with ACo Application. The research was conducted by using mixed method design (Quan-qual) model. The research applied cluster random sampling by taking one class as the sample. The sample consists of 30 students of A3Accounting Class of STIE Muhammadiyah Palopo. The data were collected through questionnaire and supported by interview. The result of the research showed that the students are interested in learning English through Belajar Bahasa Inggris with ACO Application. Furthermore, the students have positive perception toward the application and the most favourable menu in the application is “chat” and “talk.”


2021 ◽  
Vol 58 (1) ◽  
pp. 5235-5245
Author(s):  
Bakaruddin Et al.

This study aims to reveal a number of determinants of financial not independent be the cause of the elderly in disadvantaged areas. The study was designed in the format of mixed method, wherein in the first stage of qualitative data collection to identify a number of determinants of the causes of the financial not independent elderly. All variables are declared invalid later developed into quantitative data collection instrument at a later stage. The results of different Kruskal-Wallis test was applied to see the differences between the determinants of independent elderly and elderly are not independent. Then performed logistic regression analysis to see the effect of each determinant to provide empirical evidence on the probability not independent elderly. The results showed that the only factor of land ownership, health


Author(s):  
Monica Augustin Mshanga

This study observed challenges faced by Ward Officers (WOs) in practicing accountability and participation in the wards in Arusha city. The study adopted descriptive research design and used mixed method research approach. The population involved 175 ward officers in 25 wards in Arusha city from which a sample of 70 ward officers was drawn, but only 68 (97%) of them participated. Purposive sampling and simple random technique were used to obtain respondents. Data was collected through questionnaires and interview guide. Quantitative data were analysed using descriptive statistics, while qualitative data were subjected to thematic analysis. Findings revealed that challenges faced by WOs in practicing accountability and participation in their wards includes: little turn up of citizens in political election, lack of interests to participate in decision making, misuse of resources and environmental pollution, corruption and insufficient funds. The study recommended that local government authorities should educate its people on the importance of participating on different development activities from planning to implementation, and WOs should ensure ward information are accessible by the public.


2019 ◽  
Vol 26 (2) ◽  
pp. 862-879 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chi Yan Hui ◽  
Robert Walton ◽  
Brian McKinstry ◽  
Hilary Pinnock

We explored the potential of asthma apps to support self-management and identified preferred features that enable users to live with asthma. We recruited patients from five UK practices and social media; observed their usage of our app, administered a questionnaire and interviewed a purposive sample of patients and professionals to explore preferred features. Thematic analysis of interview was synthesised with quantitative data. A total of 111 patients used our app for 3 months. We interviewed 15 patients and 16 professionals. Participants were interested in a broad range of self-management support strategies, including action plans, monitoring with feedback, allergy/weather warnings and tailor-made running coaching. Professionals wanted to integrate patients’ logs with practice records, though were concerned about data overload and risk of patient dependency. We propose a paradigm shift - from apps developed to provide features that are easy to implement technologically, to an approach in which apps are designed to deliver theoretically grounded preferred components.


Author(s):  
Serpil Kocdar ◽  
Abdulkadir Karadeniz ◽  
Nil Goksel

The purpose of this study was to investigate whether a sense of community could be enhanced via learning activities delivered through a Facebook group within a self-paced distance-learning course. A closed Facebook group was created for a voluntary English as a foreign language course. Four types of learning activities were delivered via the Facebook group including both syn-chronous and asynchronous structured activities, and synchronous and asyn-chronous unstructured activities. The study was designed as convergent mixed-method study. Quantitative data were gathered from a total of 179 students by using the Classroom Community Scale; quantitative data were concurrently gathered from 17 students via semi-structured interviews. The results revealed that the sense of community among learners was found to be high, however, the type of learning activities had no effect on building a sense of community. The study was intended to guide teachers, instructors, administrators and practitioners interested in designing and delivering self-paced open and distance learning courses.


2018 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 19-26
Author(s):  
Ervini Agustini ◽  
Supardi Supardi

This study aims to describe learning activities and improve learning outcomes. The method used in this study is to use a Classroom Action Research (CAR) design that seeks to overcome the problems faced in the current situation. The subjects needed in this study were students of class XI-10 Palangkaraya 4 High School, totaling 35 students, for data collection techniques used were observation and tests. Data analysis consists of qualitative and quantitative data. The results of the study show that: (1) Student learning activities are good. This is evidenced by the acquisition of the average score of learning activities of students in the first cycle obtaining an average score of 3.77 with the criteria of Good. (2) There is an increase in learning outcomes. This can be proven by the acquisition of the average score of the students in the pre-cycle there is no complete (0.00%) got a value of unwilling 75 with unfavorable criteria. This is evidenced by the acquisition of the average score of learning activities of students in the first cycle obtaining an average score of 3.77 with completeness (100%) or getting a value of = 75 with the criteria Good.


2021 ◽  
Vol 23 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Abdullah Hashmi ◽  
Madiha Nadeem

Objectives: Stores of Apparel brands consider a driving force in boosting business and shaping consumer buying behaviors. The purpose of this study was to assess the impact of brand store image on consumer purchasing behavior in the Lahore district. Method: A mixed-method study design was used in this study. Two apparel brands of male and  female’s were selected conveniently as a sample of this study. Interviews and focus groups were used for data collection, from managements and stores’ staff, which was later analyzed thematically. The qualitative results then used  to generate a questionnaire for consumers. For this purpose, data were collected from the 216 respondents. Quantitative data were analyzed while using SPSS. Findings: Results revealed that different strategies used by brand stores for the attraction of their customers while the attributes of stores, elements of the brand, and customer-friendly policies were found important influential factors in determining the purchasing behavior of the customers in this study. Implication: The findings of this study can be a source of implications for new store brands and suggestions for further researches.  


2020 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 76-85 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nurul Inayah ◽  
Qismullah Yusuf ◽  
Nurul Fibula

Purpose of the study: This study was aimed at investigating the students’ attitudes and perception toward the use of Duolingo in Learning English Methodology: A mixed-method design (quantitative-qualitative) was employed in this study. 60 undergraduate students of Syiah Kuala University participated in this study. They were chosen by using purposive sampling techniques. In obtaining the data, questionnaires and interviews were implemented in this study. In the question area, there were 16 close-ended questions adapted from Yang (2012a) and Garcia Botero and Questier (2016) designed using the Likert scale method. Besides, 3 interview questions were asked to 10 chosen students to deeply reveal their perception in using the Duolingo. Main Findings: The result indicated that most students have a positive perception of the use of Duolingo in learning English (Mean=4.0). This study has found that students view Duolingo as a useful and helpful application and a motivational tool in learning English. One of the more significant findings to emerge from this study is the inconsistency between the students’ perception and their acts in using the application. Their positive view on the use of Duolingo was contrary to the fact that they are lacking time in using the application. Applications of this study: This study is intended to shed some lights on how the students perceive their experiences in learning English after using the Duolingo as a part of their out of class engagement. Novelty/Originality of this study: The students’ motivation to learn English outside of the classroom can be enhanced through the use of the Duolingo in mobile phones.


Author(s):  
Qori’ah Maghfirotillah ◽  
Latifatul Fajriyah ◽  
Alfan Hariri

<p><strong>Bahasa Indonesia:</strong></p><p>Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui perspektif mahasiswa dengan latar jurusan keislaman terhadap pembelajaran Bahasa Inggris. Dua pertanyaan yang dikemukakan, yakni: 1) Apa perspektif mahasiswa dengan latar jurusan keislaman di UIN Sunan Ampel Surabaya tentang pentingnya belajar Bahasa Inggris?, 2) Apakah pembelajaran Bahasa Inggris yang dilakukan di UIN Sunan Ampel Surabaya dapat membantu mahasiswa dengan latar jurusan keislaman untuk memahami disiplin keilmuan terkait? <em>Mixed method</em> dipilih sebagai metode untuk melakukan pengumpulan dan analisis data. Dalam pertanyaan pertama, bentuk  <em>survey</em> dipilih sebagai metode penelitian, dengan instrumen berupa angket. Angket yang digunakan berisi sepuluh pertanyaan yang disebarkan kepada 100 orang mahasiswa. Untuk pertanyaan kedua, pendekatan kualitatif dirasa cocok dan dipilih sebagai metode untuk memperoleh jawaban. Wawancara digunakan sebagai tehnik pengumpulan data dan melibatkan 25 mahasiswa sebagai informan. Pada akhirnya, ditemukan bahwa mahasiswa berlatar jurusan keislaman memiliki persepsi positif terkait dengan pentingnya mempelajari Bahasa Inggris. Selain itu, hasil penelitian juga menunjukkan bahwasannya proses pembelajaran Bahasa Inggris di UIN Sunan Ampel oleh sebagian besar informan dianggap belum berjalan efektif dan tidak memberikan banyak kontribusi dalam upaya meningkatkan kemampuan Bahasa Inggris dan menghubungkannya dengan disiplin keilmuan terkait. Dengan demikian, persepsi positif mahasiswa tentang pentingnya mempelajari Bahasa Inggris belum difasilitasi dengan cukup baik oleh pembelajaran yang berlangsung.</p><p align="center"><strong><br /></strong></p><p><strong>English:</strong></p><p>This research’s goal is to know the perspective of Islamic studies students towards English learning process. For reaching this goal, there are two research questions: 1) what is the perspective of Islamic studies students towards English learning process in State Islamic University of Sunan Ampel Surabaya? 2) how does English learning process help Islamic studies students in State Islamic University of Sunan Ampel Surabaya to enrich their field study knowledge?. Mixed method was chosen as the method to collect and analysis the data. To answers the first research question, survey was used as research method, and questioner was used as instrument. There were 10 statements in the questioners that were given to 100 participants. Meanwhile, to answer the second research question, qualitative approach was chosen as method to gain answer. Interview was used as data collecting technique that involved 25 participants as informant. Finally, it was found that Islamic studies students had positive perception dealing with the importance of learning English. The result also showed that English learning process on most of students’ perspective had not been effective and it did not give much contribution in increasing students’ English ability which deals with their disciplines. In conclusion, positive perception of students about the importance of learning English was not facilitated enough by learning process.</p>


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