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IJELR: International Journal of Education, Language, and Religion
Published by Universitas Teuku Umar
ISSN : 2721429X     EISSN : 27214273     DOI : https://doi.org/10.35308/ijelr
Core Subject : Religion, Education,
International Journal of Education, Language, and Religion (IJELR) is a scientific journal published binually on May and November. IJELR seeks to develop knowledge and practice in the three domains of its title (education, language, and religion) and the relations between them. It welcomes research articles, literature reviews, and position papers dealing with any languages (mother tounges, global English, indigeneous, minority, heritage, and endangered languages), educational disciplines, and religions. IJELR encourages submissions from a variety of diciplinary approaches. It opens for studies into cultural content, literacy, intercultural and transnational investigations.
Articles 53 Documents
Supporting Literacy of English Language Learners in Mainstream Classrooms Firman Parlindungan; Refanja Rahmatillah
IJELR: International Journal of Education, Language, and Religion Vol 2, No 2 (2020): November
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35308/ijelr.v2i2.5065

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English language learners (ELLs) may not yet be proficient enough to participate in a mainstream classroom in the U.S. schools, and they often feel anxious, frustrated, and embarrassed. Identifying best instructional practices to foster literacy learning of ELLs has been an urgent priority in research given the fact that the ELLs population continues to increase. Teachers in the U.S classrooms need to be equipped with sufficient knowledge and skills to meet the needs of these students. In this paper, current understanding of teaching literacy to ELLs in elementary classroom is presented, which revolve around discussion of oral language, complex text, and teacher engagement which is both culturally and linguistically relevant.
A Distinctive Learning Innovation to Grasp English Grammar by Using “Make a Wish (Birthday Song)” Song by NCT U in Magnificent Way Ikrar Genidal Riadil; Lutvi Abdullah
International Journal of Education, Language, and Religion Vol 4, No 1 (2022): May
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35308/ijelr.v4i1.4925

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Learning English by using song is one of the most enjoyable and entertaining ways that has been substituted into the school syllabus at Junior High School and Senior High School for the 2013 curriculum. The goal of this research is to approach and reinforce or affirm grammar by using NCT U’s song entitled Make a Wish (Birthday Song) by analyzing the terms of grammar from its lyrics. The goal of the study is to seek the answer two research questions: (1) What are the types of grammar structure in NCT U’s song entitled “Make a Wish (Birthday Song)”? (2) What is student’s perspectives towards using of English songs in learning grammar? This research uses a qualitative research method. The study's data is being collected from the students in Senior High School. 76% of the students agreed that using song lyrics entitled Make a Wish (Birthday Song) by NCT U is engaging lessons with the model song will motivate students to learn grammar interestingly. The researcher concludes that the terms of grammar in NCT U 's song are of a different kind, and that it is interesting to learn. Therefore, using song lyrics as a creative function to inspire students' grammar skills and motivate them to study grammar is a really fun way to know. In a nutshell, the researcher recommends using the lyrics of a song to learn grammatical tenses.
University Students’ Preferences and Recognition: British English Vs. American English Marisa Yoestara; Juwita Wahyuni
International Journal of Education, Language, and Religion Vol 4, No 1 (2022): May
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35308/ijelr.v4i1.5561

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British English (BrE) or American English (AmE) are two common English varieties known and used in Indonesia in almost all level of formal education, including in university. This study was intended to find out two folds, which are; (1) the varieties of English the university students prefer to use in spelling and pronunciation; and (2) their ability to recognize the differences between these varieties in vocabulary. The design of this study was a descriptive design which involved 30 students of the English Department at the University of Serambi Mekkah from various semesters but with an average level of English capability. Questionnaire and oral test were used as the instruments to find out the students’ preferences of English varieties in spelling and pronunciation; while, written test is used to find out the students’ ability to recognize the difference of vocabulary within the two varieties. The result of the questionnaire and oral test was analysed by using percentage formula to find out which variation was more dominant in both spelling and pronunciation. Meanwhile, the written test result was checked for its true and false answer in order to decide how far the students could recognize the difference of vocabulary between BrE and AmE. The result showed that more than half of the students preferred to use American English variety in terms of spelling and pronunciation, 55.3% and 60.1% respectively. The results of this study also revealed that 65.2% of the university students had the ability to recognize the differences between BrE and AmE in terms of vocabulary.
Communication Strategy of Community Health Center’ Cadres in Preventing Stunting T. Mardiansyah
International Journal of Education, Language, and Religion Vol 4, No 1 (2022): May
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35308/ijelr.v4i1.5059

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Stunting is one of the five focuses of health problems that must be solved in Indonesia, this study aims to analyze the communication strategy of the Posyandu Cadre in Puuk Village in an effort to prevent stunting using quantitative methods. Data was collected by distributing questionnaires to 30 people in Puuk Village, then the data were analyzed by tabulation and scored and then explained descriptively. There are two sources of data, namely primary data by observing and distributing questionnaires and secondary data obtained from related institutions, books, journals or articles related to the research conducted. The focus studied on posyandu cadres will focus on communication strategies which include techniques, approaches, channels and communication messages. The results of this study are indicators of communication techniques on high criteria, indicators of communication approaches on medium criteria, on communication channel indicators on medium criteria and finally on indicators of communication messages on high criteria. 
The Implementation of TEYL in Indonesia Revisited: A Study at Primary Schools in Bandung Slamet Suwanto; Fadhlur Rahman
International Journal of Education, Language, and Religion Vol 4, No 1 (2022): May
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35308/ijelr.v4i1.5462

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This study explored Teaching English to Young Learners (TEYL) implementation in elementary schools in Bandung, Indonesia. Surveys, interviews, observation, and document analysis were used to obtain data. The survey was distributed to 30 TEYL teachers from 30 schools within the region. Interviews were conducted with four teachers from four different schools. The data were triangulated and descriptively examined to assess TEYL in primary schools. The findings showed a mismatch between the government's policy on English instruction in primary schools and TEYL's implementation. In the 30 schools investigated, English was taught as local content in 21 schools (70%) and extracurricular in 7 schools (23%). Meanwhile, only 2 schools (7%) did not conduct English in their teaching-learning process. Due to the lack of government supervision, teachers are free to construct their own TEYL course content. According to the interviews, adopting TEYL is challenging due to varying teacher abilities and the availability of school’s infrastructure. The discussion suggests some recommendations on how to utilize the TEYL curriculum in Indonesian's primary schools effectively.
Sustaining Engagement during Reading Activities Fadillah Sandy; Athia Fidian
International Journal of Education, Language, and Religion Vol 4, No 1 (2022): May
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35308/ijelr.v4i1.5417

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Research shows that engagement in reading is one of the factors to motivate students’ literacy learning development. The aim of this study is to synthesize and elaborate instructions that enable students’ motivation for being engaged inside and outside classrooms. The method of this study is a literature review using 16 articles. The review was presented in descriptive narration that discusses the multidimensional construct of engagement in reading activities and the instructional strategies to enhance engagement in reading. The results showed that there were not all reading instructions examined in the recent studies represented the entire aspects of engagement. Meanwhile, only a few studies addressed the analysis of those aspects in the reading instruction approach used in the studies.
High Order Thinking Skill in Pre-Service Teachers’ Lesson Plan Lailatus Sa'adah; Rosi Anjarwati
International Journal of Education, Language, and Religion Vol 4, No 1 (2022): May
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35308/ijelr.v4i1.5457

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The preparation and implementation of the Lesson Plan is a reflection of the preparation and process of learning activities. The success of the preparation and implementation of lesson plans will greatly affect student learning outcomes. With the change in the curriculum and its approach that leads to High Order Thinking Skills, the preparation and implementation of lesson plans need to be investigated more deeply so that the quality of lesson plans can meet the expectations of learning objectives in particular and national education goals in general. This study intends to find out more clearly about the quality of the preparation and implementation of lesson plans for students who have taken Lesson Plan and Micro Teaching courses. In addition, this study will also analyze the approach used by students in the preparation and implementation of their lesson plans. Using qualitative methods, this research is content analysis because the purpose of this study is to determine the quality of the preparation of student lesson plans. The results indicate that some students’ Lesson Plan has applied HOTS-based with good quality of completeness aspect.
Education Sector COVID-19 Response Plan and Its Implication on Inclusive Education in the Gambia Abdou Barrow
IJELR: International Journal of Education, Language, and Religion Vol 4, No 2 (2022): November
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35308/ijelr.v4i2.5750

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During the early hours of 2020, COVID -19 terrorized the world by forcing many countries to close their borders and restrict internal movement by imposing a state of national emergency which was geared toward lockdowns for months in some areas for years. The Gambia was not an exception to this trajectory and one of the sectors heavily stroked by this lockdown was education. As a result, “the Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education (MoBSE)” designed a Response framework to curb learning loss across the country. This study aimed to analyse the policy and describe the implication it has on inclusive education. The qualitative research method was used imploring the interpretive approach in the analysis. Despite the nobility and ambitiousness of the policy, the findings from the analysis revealed that the policy had a serious blind spot in the area of inclusion because many children are left out because of their inability to access the mediums where lessons are delivered. Many households in rural Gambia did not have a stable electricity supply or even own a television or radio set, therefore it was impossible for children in these communities to benefit from the program. In addition, children with special needs are also excluded particularly does who are visually or hearing impaired.
Homeschooling Policy and Practitioners’ Criticism in Indonesia Dhian Sintapertiwi
IJELR: International Journal of Education, Language, and Religion Vol 4, No 2 (2022): November
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35308/ijelr.v4i2.5890

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Homeschooling in Indonesia is included as informal education. Unfortunately, many people still misunderstand the essence of homeschooling. It is often mistaken for non-formal education, conducted under the name of institutions. Homeschooling in this study only focuses on parents who directly educate their children at home. This qualitative study aims to reveal how the legal umbrellas that theoretically regulate homeschooling are based on the responses of four participants as practitioners in Indonesia. Constitution No. 20 in 2003 and Regulation of the Minister of Education and Culture (Permendikbud) No. 129 in 2014 are written evidence regarding the legality of homeschooling. This study found that collaborative homeschooling is the most doable choice for the participants, some community learning activities centers in certain areas tend to complicate the procedures for registration as well as equivalence examination, and the participants’ dilemma whether or not the government’s attention is needed for homeschooling in the future.
Implementation of Contextual Learning Models to Improve Poetry Writing Skills Based on Ecoliteracy at Elementary School Annisa Afiani; Sani Aryanto; Yosi Gumala
IJELR: International Journal of Education, Language, and Religion Vol 4, No 2 (2022): November
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35308/ijelr.v4i2.5624

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Writing is one of the language skills. In learning Indonesian, writing skills are needed, one of which is in learning to write poetry. Writing a poem is one of the skills that must be possessed in learning Indonesian, but there are still many students who lack the ability to write a poem. The main factor causing the low skills of students in writing poetry because the learning model applied is less varied. This study aims to describe the planning, implementation, and results of learning to write poetry based on ecoliteracy in fourth grade students of SDN Karang Anyar 03 by using a contextual learning model. Through the application of contextual learning models, students become more active in participating in learning. By giving students the freedom to learn outside the classroom, students will be more enthusiastic and enthusiastic in learning, especially when writing a poem. It also provides meaningful learning for students, especially related to ecoliteracy that is close to students' real lives. The type of research used is Classroom Action Research using the Kemmis and McTaggart models, the stages of research carried out are planning, implementation, action and observation, and reflection. This research was conducted in 2 cycles. Each cycle consists of 3 meetings. The research subjects were fourth grade students at SDN Karang Anyar 03 with a total of 24 students. Data collection techniques used are tests, interviews, observations, and documentation studies. The data analysis technique uses a combined design or qualitatively and quantitatively. The results of the research that have been carried out show that the contextual learning model can improve the poetry writing skills based on ecoliteracy in fourth grade students. This is indicated by the increase in the class average value in the Pre-cycle, Cycle I, and Cycle II. In the pre-cycle, the class average value was 62.3, then it increased in the first cycle to 64.5 and increased again in the second cycle by 76.0. In cycle II, classical completeness was in the very high category because 87% of students scored above the KKM.