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INTERCULTURAL SENSITIVITY IN ENGLISH DEPARTMENT STUDENTS OF AN INDONESIAN HIGHER EDUCATION INSTITUTION Dollah, Syarifuddin; Abduh, Amirullah; Talib, Ahmad
International Journal of Language Education Vol. 1, No. 2, 2017
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Makassar

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | Full PDF (610.077 KB) | DOI: 10.26858/ijole.v1i2.4313

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This study aimed at identifying intercultural sensitivity elements perceived by English department students in an Indonesian university. Broadly, this study used mix-methods: quantitative and qualitative data. Quantitative data were obtained through questionnaires. The questionnaires were sent to 100 participants and followed by semi-structured interview of 10 participants. For this paper, only quantitative data were used. The findings show that there were three important intercultural sensitivity dimensions: cultural engagement, respect to cultural differences and interaction enjoyment. This study contributes to the more understanding of intercultural dimensions and debates across the globe about intercultural issues. In addition, this study provides methodological contribution on the set of criteria to determine the scale of intercultural sensitivity.  This study has further implication of the teaching and learning as one of the key elements on English curriculum. The study suggested that the research on wider participants can further enhance the sounding of this findings and provide overarching understanding of intercultural sensitivity.
Students’ Perceptions toward Using YouTube in EFL Classrooms Sakkir, Geminastiti; Dollah, Syarifuddin; Ahmad, Jamaluddin
Journal of Applied Science, Engineering, Technology, and Education Vol. 2 No. 1 (2020)
Publisher : Yayasan Ahmar Cendekia Indonesia

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The using of videos from YouTube channel in the EFL classroom is imperative to fill the educational needs of the younger generation. Although resources from textbook have remained the standard for centuries, currently, with the fast pace of the development of technology, the usage of YouTube videos in teaching and learning has become a trend. There are a few studies conducted on students’ perceptions of using YouTube to learn the English language. The objective of this research was to investigate the students’ perceptions on the use of YouTube in learning English process at English Education Department, Universitas Negeri Makassar Indonesia. Data were collected using a questionnaire that collected background information of participants and a five-point Likert scale to gauge the students’ perception use of the YouTube in EFL classroom. Findings from this research indicate that the majority of students showed a positive perception toward and a willingness to use YouTube in the EFL classroom. It was also discovered that the students have used YouTube to help them completed their course assignments and study tasks. Hence, it can be concluded that the students preferred to use English YouTube videos to help them enhance their English language level proficiency.
STUDENTS’ PERCEPTION ON THE USE OF RUANGGURU APPLICATION IN THEIR ENGLISH LEARNING Fatimannisa, Aulia; Dollah, Syarifuddin; Abduh, Amirullah
Interference: Journal of Language, Literature, and Linguistics Vol 1, No 2 (2020): INTERFERENCE
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Makassar

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26858/interference.v1i2.14771

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Abstract. This study aimed at finding out the Students’ Perception on the Use of Ruangguru Application in Their English Learning. The researcher applied mixed method (quantitative and qualitative). The population of this research was the second grade students of Senior High School of Athirah Islamic School Makassar in 2019/2020 academic year. The sample was taken consisted of 24 students which were taken by using simple random sampling technique. The data were obtained through the questionnaire were analysed and tabulated based on the classification of perception using Likert scale and the data from interview were analysed by recording and transcribing it. The results of data analysis showed that (1) students’ perception was positive on the use of Ruangguru application in their English learning by mean score 70 (2) based on the students’ classification that 5 (20.8%) students classified as Strongly positive, 10 (41.7%) students classified as Positive, 5 (20.8%) students classified as Moderate, 3 (12.5%) students classified as Negative and 1 (4.5%) students classified as Strongly negative. This was indicated that most students like using Ruangguru in their English learning.
MULTILINGUAL AND MONO-MULTILINGUAL STUDENTS’ PERFORMANCE IN ENGLISH SPEAKING Bin-Tahir, Saidna Zulfiqar; Atmowardoyo, Haryanto; Dollah, Syarifuddin; Rinantanti, Yulini; Suriaman, Aminah
JOURNAL OF ADVANCED ENGLISH STUDIES Vol 1 No 2 (2018): Journal of Advanced English Studies
Publisher : Study Program of English Literature

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47354/jaes.v1i2.31

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The present study attempted to investigate and measure the performances of multilingual and mono-multilingual students of the pesantren modern IMMIM in Makassar. This study employed the mixed-method approach where the 30 students of the Junior High School were selected randomly and participated as the subject of the research. The qualitative data gained through the interview and observation of the students’ behavior in English speaking and the quantitative data obtained through the speaking test. The results show that the multilingual students tend to behave extrovert and ambivert behavior in English speaking while the mono-multilingual students behave introvert. It was strengthened by the speaking test achievement which shows that the multilingual students have the high score in terms of the fluency and comprehensibility while the mono-multilingual students have the high score regarding the accuracy, especially in grammar
Need Analysis for Developing Writing Skill Materials Using Facebook for English Undergraduate Students Sakkir, Geminastiti; Dollah, Syarifuddin; Arsyad, Safnil; Ahmad, Jamaluddin
International Journal of Language Education Vol. 5, No. 1, 2021
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Makassar

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26858/ijole.v5i1.14856

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This research is aiming at giving a contribution to the lecturers’ knowledge on the design materials in using social media Facebook in teaching writing process to English Department students. Before conducted the developing module for Facebook-based writing instructional course, we surveyed and explored the student’s need. The stages of this research consisted of need analysis and document analysis. We conducted needs analysis to 141 English students and 2 lecturers of writing. Data were collected using need analysis questionnaire and interview. The analyzed documents in this research were lesson plan, syllabus and the existing textbooks. The data from questionnaire and interview were analyzed in quantitative and qualitative methods. The results concluded that: first, needs analysis is the basic of developing module for Facebook-based writing instructional course, in order that the material can be related to the students’ needs, levels and lecturers’ perception. The result of students need found urgent to develop module for facebook-based writing instructional course through the following criteria of interactive, self-contained, user friendly, online supporting, online social media, authentic, environmentally friendly, formal and informal environments, online evaluation, presented in visual  aids, support  and facilitate the students’  academic and non-academic writing activities, topics of the materials should be interesting which provides a cultural background of students, the materials should be implemented by applying vocabulary, reading texts, grammar and basic skills in writing process, implemented in beginner level (Writing 1), used in class and out- class and the materials globally/ international context. Second, the lecturers’ desires in teaching writing are to improve the students’ skill to comprehend the materials. Third, the existing materials are unsuitable for the students, they prefer learning facilitated by electronic social media, Facebook, so they will more motivate in write.
CHARACTERISTICS OF A GOOD EFL TEACHER: INDONESIAN EFL STUDENTS PERSPECTIVES Sakkir, Geminastiti; Dollah, Syarifuddin; Ahmad, Jamaluddin
JURNAL NALAR PENDIDIKAN Vol 9, No 1 (2021): JURNAL NALAR PENDIDIKAN
Publisher : Lembaga Penelitian Mahasiswa Penalaran UNM

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26858/jnp.v9i1.20323

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This study aims to ascertain student perceptions of the characteristics of effective EFL teachers. This research is qualitative and quantitative. The subjects in this study were 24 students with 4 male and 20 female students of the fourth semester of English Education Department who were asked about their perceptions of the characteristics of a good EFL teacher. The data analysis technique uses the Miles and Huberman model with stages of data reduction, data visualization, to drawing conclusions/verification. The research instrument is divided into four sections that discuss personal, social, professional, and pedagogical competencies. The results showed that a good EFL teacher should be friendly, have accurate pronunciation, and have practical classroom management skills. In addition, the results of student research indicate that they expect EFL teachers to be enthusiastic about technological advances, while visual materials help them relax during lectures. Based on the results of the research above, it can be concluded that the overall results of the study indicate that student perceptions may differ when considering the characteristics of good EFL teachers in general. The critical nature of both pedagogical and personal characteristics and social competencies that contribute to being an effective and professional teacher, anyone who aspires to be an effective EFL teacher must be fully aware of the role of personality.
E-Learning in COVID-19 Situation: Students’ Perception Sakkir, Geminastiti; Dollah, Syarifuddin; Ahmad, Jamaluddin
EduLine: Journal of Education and Learning Innovation Vol. 1 No. 1 (2021)
Publisher : Lembaga Penelitian dan Pengembangan Teknologi dan Rekayasa, Yayasan Ahmar Cendekia Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | Full PDF (691.431 KB) | DOI: 10.35877/454RI.eduline378

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COVID-19 pandemic era has changed human life in the world. In education side, the learning process is forced to be carried out through full online (E-learning) since this pandemic era. There are many studies conducted on students’ perceptions of using E-learning to learn the English language while this challenges era. So, the researchers also want to conduct a study about it. The objective of this study was to investigate the students’ perceptions on the use of E-learning while COVID-19 pandemic era. Data were collected using a questionnaire that collected background information of participants and a five-point Likert scale to gauge the students’ perception use of the E-learning in EFL classroom while pandemic COVID-19 era. Findings from this research indicate that the most of students showed a negative perception toward to use E-learning in the EFL process. It was proved by the results of students’ perception. There is only 1 student who strongly agrees with the current e-learning process or said that the E-learning in pandemic COVID-19 era is effective, there are 10 students who said the E-learning is less effective, 1 students say they are moderate (4%), 12 students said E-learning is not effective and 3 student said E-learning is very not effective. There are many factors influenced the students’ perception on the use of E-learning media in COVID-19 pandemic era such as, the signal and network connection; limit of quota and expensive; lack of lecturers methods; lack of students’ motivation; limitation of time; and lack of interaction.
Multilingual learning program: pesantren students’ perceptions of the multilingual simultaneous-sequential model Saidna Zulfiqar Bin-Tahir; Haryanto Atmowardoyo; Syarifuddin Dollah; Yulini Rinantanti
(JELE) Journal Of English Language and Education Vol 3, No 2 (2017)
Publisher : LPPM Universitas Mercu Buana Yogyakarta

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | Full PDF (220.653 KB) | DOI: 10.26486/jele.v3i2.292

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This study aimed at determining whether or not the knowledge, educational level, perception, and attitude of the pesantren students affect the implementation of the multilingual simultaneous-sequential model (MSSM). This research employed quantitative research using a survey design. The sample of the study consisted of 100 students of three pesantren schools in the city of Makassar (Pesantren Modern IMMIM, Pondok Madinah, and Pesantren Darul Arqam Muhammadiyah Gombara). The data were collected through the questionnaire and be analyzed descriptively and inferentially using SPSS program. The results found that the knowledge, level of education, perception, and attitude of pesantren students collectively had a positive impact on the MSSM. However, these perceptions have no significant effect on the MSSM implementation partially. The results of this study contributed to developing further multilingual teaching and learning material such as syllabus, lesson plan, and course book for pesantren students in Indonesia, especially in Makassar.
The Effect of Strategy-Based Instruction on Students’ Speaking Skills atLakidende University Irawati .; Haryanto .; Syarifuddin Dollah
ELT Worldwide: Journal of English Language Teaching Vol 1, No 1 (2014)
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Makassar

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | Full PDF (198.882 KB) | DOI: 10.26858/eltww.v1i1.844

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This study aimed at investigating the effect of strategies-based instruction on students’ speaking skill at Lakidende University and the students’ interest in learning English through strategies-based instruction. This research employed Quasi Experimental Method, with non-equivalent control group design. This research assigned experimental group and control group (30 students for each).Speaking test was used to see the effect of strategies-based instruction on students’ speaking skill and questionnaire was used to see students’ interest in learning English through strategies-based instruction. The data obtained through the speaking test were analyzed by using descriptive statistics and inferential statistics. Meanwhile, the data from questionnaire were analyzed in percentage and descriptive statistics. The students’ speaking skill covered three components: accuracy, fluency, and comprehensibility. The findings showed that there was an improvement on the students’ speaking ability after the treatment. There was a significant difference between the results of post-test of experimental and control group, where the mean score of post-test of experimental group was 70.37, which was higher than the mean score of post-test of control group was 59.63.The value of P-value or sig. (2-tailed) shows that P-value or sig. (2-tailed) is smaller than α (0.00 < 0.05).Furthermore, the data that were collected from questionnaire showed that the students were very high interest toward strategies-based instruction. It is showed by the mean score in scale of 89.6, which was categorized as very high interest. Keywords: effect, strategy-based instruction, speaking skill
Measuring students’ writing skills using Facebook group application in EFL context Geminastiti Sakkir; Syarifuddin Dollah
International Journal of Humanities and Innovation (IJHI) Vol. 2 No. 3 (2019): September
Publisher : Center for Humanities and Innovation Studies

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33750/ijhi.v2i3.43

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This research aims to measure the effectiveness of students’ writing skill through the application of Facebook group in English learning. It employed a quantitative method using the pre-experimental design. The subject of the research was the second-semester students of one of the private universities in South Sulawesi, Indonesia in the academic year of 2017/2018. They were selected purposively due to the writing problems occurred in the class. The total number of the sample was 20 students, which were taken by census sampling technique. The instrument was a writing test to obtain data on the students’ writing achievement through the Facebook group. The data analysis found that the students’ mean score in English writing was significantly improved. The students’ mean score in the pretest was 65.30 while their mean score in the posttest was 78.05. The t-table was also lower than the t-test, that is 2.093<6.04. Based on the result the researchers concluded that the application of Facebook group in English learning improved students’ ability in writing.