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Journal : Indonesian EFL Journal

THE USE OF PRAAT IN LEARNING ENGLISH DEBATE IN INDONESIAN EFL CLASSROOM Rahmatunisa, Wulan; Syarifudin, Syahrul
Indonesian EFL Journal Vol 7, No 1 (2021)
Publisher : University of Kuningan

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25134/ieflj.v7i1.3989

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This study aims to analyze the elements of suprasegmental sound in English debates consisting of stress and intonation by using the PRAAT computer program and students' perceptions toward the use of PRAAT in learning English debate. The data of this study were taken from the practice of debate in the General English class which is a compulsory course in Universitas Kuningan. A total of 30 students from one class of General English were involved in this study. The method used is a mixed method. Several instruments were used to collect data including observation and documentation for qualitative data, and questionnaires for quantitative data. PRAAT program version 6.0.33 was used to analyze the stress and intonation patterns, while questionnaire was used to determine students’ perceptions toward the use of PRAAT in mastering English debate. The results showed that the use of intonation and stress can affect the meaning of speech, especially in debate. Furthermore, students gave a positive response to the use of the PRAAT application in understanding the correct intonation patterns and pressure in speaking English.Keywords: PRAAT; debate; EFL classroom
ADAPTING ENGLISH INSTRUCTION: AN ANALYSIS OF NON-EFL STUDENTS’ LEARNING NEEDS Vina Agustiana; Wulan Rahmatunisa; Endang Darsih
Indonesian EFL Journal Vol 9, No 2 (2023)
Publisher : University of Kuningan

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25134/ieflj.v9i2.8726

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This study aimed to conduct a need analysis to examine the non-EFL students’ needs of English subject in university. This needs analysis covers English in general and in particular needed by the students. A quantitative research method was followed in the present study. Data was collected by using questionnaires. The items in the questionnaires addressed various issues; in other words, the emphasis was determining students’ lacks, wants and necessity on English subject. All new non-EFL undergraduate students at Kuningan University in academic year 2021/2022 involved in this study. They are from five different faculties; Faculty of Economy, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Faculty of Computer, Faculty of Law and Faculty of Forestry. Based on the results of questionnaires filled out by 421 students, it is known that, first, in relation to students’ lack on English subject, this study focuses on the competence of language skills and students' difficulties in mastering the four English skills. Most students assessed their English language skills competence at moderate level. Listening and speaking skills are assessed as the first priority followed by writing and reading skills. However, the research findings also show that speaking skills seem to be the most difficult skills for them apart from weak grammar and low vocabulary mastery. Second, related to the students’ wants on English subject, the preferred language skills are reading followed by speaking, listening and writing. Third, related to necessity on English subject, learning activities that students need to function effectively is to combine English and Indonesian as a medium in delivering material. Most students also think that learning English is better in large groups under the supervision of lecturers. Furthermore, feedback, revision, and reflection are very important aspects for developing the ability to self-regulate learning. Therefore, students prefer to be corrected immediately by the lecturer when they make mistakes. To achieve learning effectiveness, students also expect the integration of a variety of activities and the development of learning materials.