scholarly journals THE EFFECTIVENESS OF FILM REVIEW IN ENHANCING STUDENTS’ ENGLISH SPEAKING SKILLS

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (41) ◽  
pp. 23-37
Author(s):  
Nor Dawirah Rahman ◽  
Anna Lynn Abu Bakar ◽  
Wan Hurani Osman ◽  
Mohammad Aqmal Hafidz Musa
Keyword(s):  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Film Review ◽  
Group Discussion ◽  
Online Questionnaire ◽  
Teacher Researcher ◽  
Group Members ◽  
English Speaking ◽  
Power Point ◽  
Motivation And Confidence ◽  
Speaking Skills

This study highlighted the effectiveness of film review in enhancing English speaking skills among students at the tertiary level. The population involved was 30 students from an Essential Communication Skills class at Universiti Malaysia Sabah. There were two parts of film review carried out for this study, namely, Part 1: Individual Film Review Presentation and Part 2: Group Discussion and 2 weeks prior, the teacher-researcher provided materials such as examples of vocabularies, grammars, phrases and sentences students could use to describe film genres, characters, themes, recommendations and criticisms in their film review. For Part 1 of the film review, in groups of 5, individual students orally presented the review of their chosen film whilst showing their power point slides whereas for Part 2, they gave ideas and opinions on the best film of those presented by their group members. The objective of this study was to identify students’ perceptions on the effectiveness of film review in enhancing their English-speaking skills. To accomplish that objective, this study employed a survey research design and the instrument utilised in the data collection was an online questionnaire comprising 10 questions on students’ perceptions on English film watching and review which was administered to 30 respondents. The data was then analysed using a google form spreadsheet and presented in pie charts and bar graphs. The findings depicted that students perceived that film review enhanced their English-speaking skills in the aspects of motivation and confidence in speaking simple English and applying appropriate English grammars, vocabularies, pronunciation, intonation, and conversational phrases in expressing ideas and opinions. They also opined that English subtitles in films and guidance from educators in reviewing films contributed positively to the development of their English-speaking acquisition as well as deduced that film review was an effective English learning tool. These positive findings hence signalled that the teaching and learning of English through films should be sustained in the future. It is recommended that future studies include larger numbers of respondents and interviews of students and teachers to obtain more holistic findings on the film review effectiveness towards students’ English-speaking competency. Other interesting topics to be studied are the challenges encountered by both learners and educators in the teaching and learning of English through films and ways to overcome them.

scholarly journals UTILIZING AUDIO VISUAL AIDS TO IMPROVE ENGLISH SPEAKING SKILL FOR THE EIGHT GRADE STUDENTS OF SMP NEGERI 3 BANAWA

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 61-72
Author(s):  
Irmawati Irmawati ◽  
Muhammad Ihsan ◽  
Rasmi Rasmi
Keyword(s):  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Eighth Grade ◽  
Visual Aids ◽  
Eighth Grade Students ◽  
Research Findings ◽  
Speaking Skill ◽  
Class Viii ◽  
Field Notes ◽  
English Speaking ◽  
Speaking Skills

This study aims to improve the speaking skill of the eighth grade students of SMP Negeri 3 Banawa in the use of audio visual aids. This research was conducted through action research consisting of two cycles. The data were obtained from observation during the implementation of the action; interview with Teacher of English and the eighth grade students from class VIII A; and discussion with Teacher of English. Data in the form of field notes, interview transcripts, and photographs. The validity of the data is obtained by applying utilization Audio Visual Aids, results and processes. The results show that there was an increase in students' speaking skills through the use of audio visual aids. The audio-visual tool used in this study was video and slide. Videos were taken from youtube.com in the form of dialogue in certain expressions. These videos can attract students' attention and increase their learning motivation. Students can have a better understanding of the use of English in real situations when they learn appropriate Englishlanguage models through audio-visual aids (video and slide). Students make improvements in several aspects of speaking skills, such as fluency and comprehensibility. They are more confident in speaking English. They actively participate during the teaching and learning process. In addition, they did not hesitate to ask the teacher when they found difficulties. The research findings are also supported by the results of students' speaking achievement which increased from 57.78 in cycle I to 72.67 in cycle II.

scholarly journals STUDENTS POSITIVE RESPONSE THROUGH THINK PAIR SHARE STRATEGY ON ENGLISH SPEAKING SKILLS

2017 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 85
Author(s):  
Iin Baroroh Ma’arif ◽  
Ashlihah Ashlihah
Keyword(s):  
Learning Process ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Positive Response ◽  
Field Notes ◽  
English Speaking ◽  
Main Instrument ◽  
Descriptive Qualitative ◽  
Speaking Skills

Harmonious communication has an important role in teaching and learning process, especially in encouraging the success of teaching and learning process in the classroom. This research was conducted to know the student's response to the implementation of Think Pair Share strategy in Speaking course. This strategy emphasizes how students are more active in communicating using English in the classroom. The purpose of this research is 1) how the implementation of Think Pair Share strategy in class; 2) how students respond to the Think Pair Share strategy in the classroom; The design of this study is descriptive-qualitative to answer these questions. In this study, researchers themselves are the main instrument. In collecting data, researchers used observation sheets, and field notes.

scholarly journals Strategies in Online Speaking Classroom in the Time of Covid-19: A Descriptive Study at Tertiary Level

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 259
Author(s):  
Zelvia Liska Afriani ◽  
Valisneria Utami
Keyword(s):  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Group Discussion ◽  
Structured Interview ◽  
Teaching Staff ◽  
Tertiary Level ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Descriptive Research ◽  
Mobile Phone Applications ◽  
Face To Face Learning ◽  
Speaking Skills

Recently, the Covid-19 pandemic has transformed teaching and learning into a virtual model, which demands teachers to find their best strategy. This study aims to analyze the strategies applied by teachers at the tertiary level in the time of Covid-19. The researchers employed a descriptive research design conducted in one of the Islamic universities at Bengkulu. The subjects were two English as a foreign language (EFL) teaching staff who taught speaking skills at the beginner level. The data was obtained through a semi-structured interview. The observation was also done during one semester, where the researchers took part in the online classrooms. After the data was collected, the researchers analyzed the data by following some steps: (1) data reduction, (2) data display, and (2) conclusion drawing/verification. The findings revealed that the English teachers used several teaching-speaking skills integrated with social media and mobile phone applications to be accessed easily. The strategies are lecturing, role-play, online group discussion, simulation, and drilling. They are blended with WhatsApp Group, Google Classroom, Zoom, and Instagram. Even though the learning process can be managed in this pandemic, face-to-face learning is still favorable.

scholarly journals IMPROVING THE IMPLEMENTATION OF GOOGLE MEET TO IMPROVE THE ASPECT AND THE COMPONENT OF SPEAKING SKILL ON THE STUDENTS FROM NON ENGLISH SPEAKING BACKGROUND

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 138-149
Author(s):  
Mutakhirani Mustafa ◽  
Natalia Manuhutu ◽  
Fransiska Densiana Luruk
Keyword(s):  
Quantitative Data ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Intensive English ◽  
Learning And Teaching ◽  
Class Schedule ◽  
Speaking Skill ◽  
English Speaking ◽  
Future Of Education ◽  
Very High ◽  
Speaking Skills

The purpose of this study is to investigate how the use of google meet can improve the speaking ability of students of iain Intensive English 1 program Syekh Nurjati Cirebon. This particular research is categorized as action research. These actions are performed in three cycles based on the class schedule. The study involved 35 students. This research data is qualitative and quantitative data. Qualitative data is obtained by observing the teaching and learning process in speaking classes. Meanwhile, quantitative data is obtained through tests, and questionnaires. The findings suggest that the use of Google Meet terbukti meningkatkan keterampilan berbicara mahasiswa. Therefore google meet is very suitable to be used as online or virtual learning especially in improving students' speaking skills that focus on aspects and components of student speaking skills, but there are some drawbacks that can make learning less effective and less efficient when used as a particular application in the learning and teaching process. Therefore, all educators who use application media such as google meet are able to master and professional in using the application. Hopefully this pandemic ends quickly and we can adjust how the future of education around the world goes forward.  For the next researcher, can be focused on the influence of the implementation of google meet application in speaking subjects to the interest of students to improve speaking. Based on this study, researchers found students' enthusiasm is very high in learning to speak, this proves that the google meet application can improve aspects and components of student speaking because it is influenced by increased student motivation during the use of google meet application compared to other applications.

scholarly journals SPEAKING CHALLENGES THAT ENCOUNTER 2ND AND 3RD YEAR EFL UNIVERSITY STUDENTS

2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 49
Author(s):  
Feras Al-Esaifer Saleh A Al-Esaifer ◽  
Hisham Alshareef Mohammed A. Alshareef
Keyword(s):  
Undergraduate Students ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Influential Factors ◽  
Language Teachers ◽  
Foreign Language Teachers ◽  
Qualitative Approaches ◽  
Teachers And Students ◽  
English Speaking ◽  
The Common ◽  
Speaking Skills

This research investigated the common problems and difficulties that face 2nd and 3rd year undergraduate students in developing their speaking skills. The qualitative approaches (interview and observation) were used as methods of collecting data of this study. Four classes were involved in the classroom observation, twenty students from this cohort and four teachers were interviewed. Some of the difficulties which were introduced in this study were related to the poor classroom conditions and methods that teachers employ in teaching speaking skills. Some other difficulties were related to pronunciation, including adding extra vowels and intonation and stress. Furthermore, there were other difficulties regarding the lack of vocabulary, which lead the students to avoid practicing their problems, have been provided in this study. The findings of this study are important as they represent the most influential factors which appear to be responsible for the problems of developing 2nd and 3rd year under- graduate students speaking skills. Recognition of the problems outlined in the first step of this study in order to supply appropriate solutions for overcoming these difficulties. In addition, these findings draw attention towards the importance of helping both the foreign language teachers and students to change their perspective about teaching and learning English speaking skills.

scholarly journals The Implementation of Reading Text Strategies in Enhancing EFL Learners Vocabularies: A Case of One Islamic Higher Education in Jambi, Indonesia

Ta dib ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 24 (2) ◽  
pp. 1
Author(s):  
Toni Indrayadi
Keyword(s):  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Group Discussion ◽  
Structure Interview ◽  
English For Academic Purposes ◽  
English Department ◽  
Efl Learners ◽  
Semi Structure Interview ◽  
Reading Text ◽  
Group Members ◽  
Pair Work

The purpose of this study was to reveal the lecturer’s strategy in enhancing students’ English vocabularies in the process of teaching and learning in the classroom. 3 English lecturers who have ever taught English for Academic Purposes (EAP) in non-English department were involved in this study. The data were collected through semi-structure interview. Thematic analysis was applied for analysis the participants’ interview result. Finding of this study show that; first. the participants used selected reading text as a media of enhancing students vocabularies. Second, the strategy was implemented through small group discussion and pair work to make students actively participated in sharing the knowledge. Third, the participants evaluated the students’ understanding of reading text strategy by asking them to work individually without any assistance from the group members   This study recommended that the findings can be a basis consideration in enhancing students’ vocabularies in the process of teaching and learning.

scholarly journals THE USE OF SMALL GROUP DISCUSSION STRATEGY IN TEACHING ENGLISH SPEAKING

Pujangga ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 134
Author(s):  
Fanny Selvia Rosadi ◽  
Cicih Nuraeni ◽  
Agus Priadi
Keyword(s):  
Small Group ◽  
Learning Process ◽  
Work Group ◽  
Group Discussion ◽  
Small Group Discussion ◽  
Library Research ◽  
Speaking Skill ◽  
English Speaking ◽  
Teaching Learning ◽  
Speaking Skills

<p>The objective of this research is to answer the question on how small group discussion strategy could improve the<br />students speaking skill. The research was conducted at the seventh grade students of SMPN 3 Ciawi in academic year<br />2019/2020. This paper used descriptive qualitative method. The data were collected through observation during<br />teaching learning process. To add important data and resource, the researchers also did library research and internet<br />research. The theory that support this research is based on the theory of Giri in (Rahmat 2017). This research consists<br />of plans, how to develop and improve students speaking skills ability using small group discussion strategy. It also<br />contains the preparation, teaching-learning process and the evaluation. The result of this research indicated that:<br />(1)small group discussion strategy could build confidence of students’ in speaking; (2) engage students in work group<br />discussion communicatively; (3) the students have the opportunities to improve their speaking skills. <br />Keywords: small group discussion, teaching, speaking</p><p>Penelitian ini bertujuan adalah untuk menjawab pertanyaan bagaimana strategi diskusi kelompok kecil dapat<br />meningkatkan keterampilan berbicara siswa. Penelitian dilakukan pada siswa kelas VII SMPN 3 Ciawi tahun ajaran<br />2019/2020. Makalah ini menggunakan metode deskriptif kualitatif. Pengumpulan data dilakukan melalui observasi<br />selama proses belajar mengajar. Untuk menambah data dan sumber penting, peneliti juga melakukan studi pustaka<br />dan penelusuran internet. Teori yang mendukung penelitian ini didasarkan pada teori Giri dalam (Rahmat 2017).<br />Penelitian ini terdiri atas perencanaan, bagaimana mengembangkan dan meningkatkan kemampuan berbicara siswa<br />dengan menggunakan strategi diskusi kelompok kecil. Selain itu juga berisi persiapan, proses belajar-mengajar dan<br />evaluasi. Hasil penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa (1) strategi diskusi kelompok kecil dapat membangun kepercayaan<br />diri siswa dalam berbicara; (2) melibatkan siswa dalam diskusi kelompok kerja secara komunikatif; (3) siswa<br />memiliki kesempatan untuk meningkatkan keterampilan berbicara mereka.</p><p>Kata kunci: strategi diskusi kelompok kecil, mengajar, berbicara</p>

scholarly journals English Speaking Skill and Language Component Practice: englisch-hilfen.de in Assistance

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (02) ◽  
pp. 210-223
Author(s):  
Husnul Hotimah
Keyword(s):  
Language Learning ◽  
Learning Process ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
English Language ◽  
First Language ◽  
Computer Assisted ◽  
Efl Students ◽  
Speaking Skill ◽  
English Speaking ◽  
Speaking Skills

English Foreign Language (EFL) students, most of the time, face difficulties in learning English, especially in mastering speaking skills. One of the most common problems faced in the teaching and learning process for speaking skills is the lack of motivation and students tend to use their first language. As the development of technology, the teacher is required to involve digital teaching, especially related to the use of computers. Employing computer or Computer-Assisted Language Learning (CALL) in the teaching and learning process is highly recommended for a fun and exciting learning. In this particular case, englishch-hilfen.de serves as an answer for those seeking such a learning process. A qualitative study was involved to identify how the use of englishch-hilfen.de can improve and give a significant effect on students’ English performance, especially for speaking and vocabulary aspects. The result of this study suggested that the content within englishch-hilfen.de is very beneficial for it provides such meaningful and stimulating activities for English language students.

scholarly journals Smartphone Applications as a Teaching Technique for Enhancing Tertiary Learners' Speaking Skills: Perceptions and Practices

2019 ◽  
Vol 14 (09) ◽  
pp. 74
Author(s):  
Mohammed Abdulgalil Abugohar ◽  
Kamariah Yunus ◽  
Radzuwan Ab Rashid
Keyword(s):  
Adult Learners ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Classroom Practices ◽  
Group Discussion ◽  
Smartphone Applications ◽  
Teachers Perceptions ◽  
Digital Era ◽  
Teaching Technique ◽  
Oral Skills ◽  
Speaking Skills

Utilizing technology and the Internet to keep up with the 21st century language teaching and learning has become trendy in this digital era, highlighting promising features that are expected to tackle one of the most demanding crucial skills in English as a foreign language (EFL) context; yet a difficult one to master; that is, speaking English accurately, confidently and fluently. This study aims at investigating teachers’ perceptions and the current actual practices of utilizing a package of three categories of smartphone applications as a prescribed teaching technique with the purpose of fostering Saudi tertiary students' oral skills, correlating these perceptions with actual classroom practices. Adopting a mixed-mode approach, the data for this study were gleaned from two data collection instruments– an electronic questionnaire designed using SurveyMonkey as a platform, and encoded data from focus group discussion. On receiving 45 complete responses, the IBM SPSS (V24.0) was used to do the statistics, whereas the data from the discussion were thematically analysed. The findings revealed that the majority of participants have high, inspiring positive perceptions of using smartphone applications in teaching speaking. Based on the data obtained, it is concluded that despite EFL teachers' high positive perceptions of smartphone applications used for promoting adult learners' speaking skills, classroom practices reveal weaknesses and insufficient actual experiences. Pedagogically, the study recommends innovating, implementing, and integrating smartphone applications in teaching oral skills, along with drilling teachers and learners on how to effectively utilize them.

scholarly journals Supervising Teachers’ Insight in Developing Motivation and Confidence of Pre-Service English Teachers During Teaching Practicum

2019 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 212-227
Author(s):  
Indrawati Indrawati ◽  
Anna Musyarofah
Keyword(s):  
High Schools ◽  
Classroom Management ◽  
Learning Process ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Lesson Planning ◽  
English Teachers ◽  
Teaching Practicum ◽  
Supervising Teachers ◽  
Motivation And Confidence ◽  
Speaking Skills

Pre-Service English Teachers (PSTs) of Tarbiyah Fakulty of IAIN Syaikh Abdurrahman Siddik Bangka Belitung do their teaching practicum at high schools. Their supervising teachers play important role in evaluating, couching and mentoring them. In order to develop PSTs motivation and confidence during teaching and learning process, this study was conducted. Some supervising teachers from some high schools in Bangka regency and Pangkalpinang were interviewed. And the findings showed that PSTs should learn more about lesson planning, classroom management, and speaking skills. The result of the interviewed also gave a brief explanation about some subjects and courses that must be equipped by PSTs before they have their teaching practicum at schools.

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