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Zoom Cloud Meetings: Online Learning Media in Listening Nurul Maskana; Ridha Ilma; Manalulaili Manalulaili
ENGLISH FRANCA : Academic Journal of English Language and Education Vol 6, No 2 (2022)
Publisher : Institut Agama Islam Negeri (IAIN) Curup

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29240/ef.v6i2.5442

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Zoom Cloud Meetings is a web-based learning platform that was utilized during the COVID-19 epidemic as a learning tool. The purpose of this study was to find out what students at UIN Raden Fatah Palembang felt about utilizing Zoom Cloud Meetings as a medium for learning and listening during the epidemic. A qualitative case study research technique was used in this study. The participants in this study were third-semester EFL students from UIN Raden Fatah Palembang's English education study program, with four students employing a deliberate sample using maximum variance sampling. The data was gathered using a semi-structured interview with open-ended questions. The theme analysis approach was used to analyze the data. The study's findings revealed the following benefits and drawbacks of using Zoom Cloud Meetings for listening skill development: (1) the influence of the first language on listening skills, (2) Zoom Cloud Meetings features, (3) internet connection, (4) security issues, (5) time limitation, (6) lack of vocabulary mastery, (7) homophone words, and (8) prior knowledge about the topics. As a result, the study's findings revealed the following benefits and drawbacks of using Zoom Cloud Meetings in learning to listen: the influence of the first language on listening skills, Zoom Cloud Meetings features, internet connection, security issues, time constraints, lack of vocabulary mastery, homophone words, and prior knowledge about the topics. 
ERROR ANALYSIS ON ENGLISH PLURAL NOUNS OF STUDENTS’ SENTENCES Hansela Nurhani; Ridha Ilma; Renny Kurniasari
PROJECT (Professional Journal of English Education) Vol 6, No 3 (2023): VOLUME 6 NUMBER 3, MAY 2023
Publisher : IKIP Siliwangi

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22460/project.v6i3.p516-522

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This study was aimed at finding out: the types of error of plural nouns on students’ sentences made by the seventh graders at one of junior high school in Palembang. This study used descriptive quantitative research. The data were collected from four classes of seventh grade students with a total of 129 students by using cluster random sampling. This study focused on analyzing the students’ errors in plural nouns, thus some procedures of error analysis was applied, they were: collection, identification, and classification. The frequencies of errors were calculated in percentage. Based on the result of the analysis, there were 2.057 errors found in students’ answers. Furthermore, it was found that the students made 237 (11.52%) errors in omission, 506 (24.60%) errors in addition, 1314 (63.88%) errors in misformation as the highest one. Keywords:  Error Analysis; Plural Nouns
SPEAKING ACTIVITIES IMPLEMENTED IN AN ENGLISH CLUB: STUDENTS’ VOICES Mahran Abdi Maros; Ridha Ilma; Renny Kurniasari
The Journal of English Literacy Education: The Teaching and Learning of English as a Foreign Language Vol 10, No 1 (2023): The Journal of English Literacy Education
Publisher : Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Universitas Sriwijaya

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36706/jele.v10i1.20622

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AnEnglish club has many important goals to support the fluency of students in mastering English skills, especially in speaking skills. Sometimes, it brings positive and negative drawbacks to the students with some activities provided. The study aimed to find out how students felt about the different types of speaking activities that were hosted by the English club. Qualitative research approaches were utilized in this case study approach to research. The participants were three students who were members of the English club at one of senior high schools in Palembang. The information was acquired by conducting an interview that was semi-structured and using open-ended questions. The data were evaluated by employing a methodology known as theme analysis. The outcomes of the study revealed that (a) debate activity did not improve speakers' pronunciation, comprehension, or grammar, (b) speech activity assisted the students' speaking components, which included pronunciation, vocabulary, comprehension, fluency, and grammar in the process of speaking, (c) students were able to practice English speaking skills such as pronunciation, vocabulary, comprehension, fluency, and grammar through story-based activities, (d) activities related to newscasting did not aid the student in instructing and learning vocabulary. 
Metacognitive Strategies in Academic Reading by EFL Learners Ridha Ilma
ELITE JOURNAL Vol 5 No 3 (2023): ELITE JOURNAL: Journal of English Linguistics, Literature, and Education
Publisher : ELITE Association Indonesia

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Metacognitive strategies are widely used by students in learning activities, often without them realizing it. They become one of crucial aspects for learners in comprehending the academic reading text. In this study, the writer describes students’ metacognitive strategies in reading comprehension. A quantitative survey was used as the design of the study. A questionnaire was the instrument used to collect the data in order to have a description of how students applied metacognitive strategies in reading and to what extent their awareness of metacognitive reading strategies was used in academic reading. There were 285 students in the English study program who filled out the questionnaire for the Survey of Reading Strategies Awareness (SORS). Metacognitive awareness of reading strategies used by college students in reading academic texts in English was problem solving (PROB), support (SUP) and global (GLOB). For EFL students, problem solving was the most used strategy. Students and other readers should adapt these reading methods and be guided by lecturers in using different methods. Key words: academic reading, metacognitive strategies.
PELATIHAN PENGENALAN TOEFL SEBAGAI PERSIAPAN STUDI LANJUT PADA SISWA-SISWI MAN 2 PALEMBANG Shynta Amalia; Husnaini Husnaini; Ridha Ilma
SELAPARANG: Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat Berkemajuan Vol 7, No 3 (2023): September
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Mataram

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31764/jpmb.v7i3.15538

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ABSTRAKPersaingan untuk melanjutkan studi ke jenjang  yang lebih tinggi merupakan tantangan bagi siswa siswa khususnya yang telah duduk di kelas 12 tingkat sekolah menengah atas terlebih dalam era globalisai dan revolusi industri seperti saat ini. Memiki keterampilan berbahasa asing khususnya bahasa Inggris menjadi suatu keharusan. Tolak ukur pencapaian tersebut salah satunya yaitu dengan memiliki nilai TOEFL. Meski TOEFL bukan sesuatu yang asing, namun pemahaman siswa tentang pentingnya TOEFL, kegunaan, jenis-jenis dan bentuk TOEFL itu sendiri masih perlu ditingkatkan. Dengan pengetahuan yang tepat siswa-siswi yang akan mengambil tes TOEFL nantinya dapat menentukan jenis tes yang tepat serta materi-materi persiapan belajar yang tepat sehingga dapat memperoleh hasil yang memusakan pula. Dilandasi hal tersebut Tim PKM prodi PBI UIN Raden Fatah Palembang melaksanakan kegiatan pengabdian pengenalan TOEFL ITP sebagai persiapan studi lanjut. Kegiatan ini bertujuan untuk memperkuat pengetahuan Siswa-siswa sekolah terkait TOEFL ITP termasuk didalamnya bentuk-bentuk tes TOEFL, bentuk soal, serta manfaat dan pentingnya memiliki nilai TOEFL. Kegiatan ini dilaksanakan secara luring dalam bentuk pelatihan singkat. Kegiatan yang diikuti oleh 36 siswa-siswi sekolah mitra ini disambut dengan antusias dan membawa hasil yang positif dalam menguatkan siswa siswi untuk mengikuti tes TOEFL yang tepat sebagai persiapan studi lanjut kejenjang yang lebih tinggi. Kata kunci: jenis TOEFL; persiapan studi lanjut; nilai TOEFL. ABSTRACTCompetition to continue studies to a higher level is a challenge for students, especially for those who are already in grade 12 of high school, particularly in the current era of globalization and industrial revolution. Having foreign language skills, especially in English, has become a necessity. One of the benchmarks for achieving this is by having a TOEFL score. Although TOEFL is not unfamiliar, students' understanding of the importance, uses, types, and formats of TOEFL itself still needs improvement. With the right knowledge, students who will take the TOEFL test can determine the appropriate type of test and the right study materials to prepare, thus achieving satisfying results. Based on this, the PKM team from the English Language Education Program at UIN Raden Fatah Palembang conducted a community service activity to introduce TOEFL ITP as preparation for further studies. The purpose of this activity is to strengthen the students' knowledge about TOEFL ITP, including its various test formats, question types, as well as the benefits and importance of having a TOEFL score. The activity was carried out through offline training in a short format. Enthusiastically participated by 36 students from partner schools, this activity yielded positive results in empowering students to take the appropriate TOEFL test as preparation for higher education. Keywords: types of TOEFL; preparation for further studies; TOEFL score.