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EBONY
Published by Universitas Palangka Raya
ISSN : 27974537     EISSN : 28094980     DOI : https://doi.org/10.37304/ebony
Core Subject : Humanities, Education, Art,
Arts Humanities Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media
EBONY aims at promoting research and non-research articles in English language teaching, linguistics, and literature; an open access English language journal published biannually in January and July by English Education Study Program, Faculty of Teacher Training and Education of the University of Palangka Raya. EBONY welcomes articles in English language teaching covering teaching practices of English in secondary schools and universities, the use of enhanced media in language classroom, classroom action research, mobile-assisted language learning (MALL), e-learning, teaching and learning evaluation, and language testing. In linguistics field, EBONY also seeks submissions in terms of sociolinguistics, psycholinguistics, discourse, pragmatics, semantics, and related research of aplied linguistics in education. The EBONY journal also accepts articles on literature in the aspects of literary criticism, comparative lterature, semiotics, feminist literature, and other literature studies such as analyses in the areas of prose, poetry, and drama.
Arjuna Subject : Seni dan Humaniora - Bahasa dan Linguistik
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Messages Revealed Through Figurative Language Used in “Lamb to the Slaughter” by Roald Dahl Wilma Prafitri; Muhammad Alim Akbar Nasir
General English Education Vol 3 No 2 (2023): EBONY- Journal of English Language Teaching, Linguistics, and Literature
Publisher : The Study Program of English Education of Palangka Raya University 

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37304/ebony.v3i2.8984

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Semantics is the study of meaning in language. One of the linguistic features that can be considered in semantics is figurative language. Short stories are oases of figurative language and literary devices that are used in such a way that they portray a far deeper meaning then the words themselves do. Because the story uses figurative language, readers occasionally have trouble understanding its significance and message. In this study, the researchers examine Roald Dahl's short tale "Lamb to the Slaughter" for the use of figurative language in order to utilize semantic analysis to determine the messages conveyed by the author. This study aims to discover the types and the meaning of the figurative language in the short story “Lamb to the Slaughter” by Roald Dahl by identifying the literal and non literal meaning and then finds the shared semantic features, the message of the story can be revealed. To support the analysis process, the researchers used the theory of semantic to discover the meaning of the figurative language in the story. The theory of figurative language is used to identify the types of figurative language in the story. The researchers applied the theory of message to reveal the true meaning or the message of the story.
Idiom Translation Quality Assessment on “Landline” Novel by Rainbow Rowell Richard Ferry Nugraha
General English Education Vol 3 No 2 (2023): EBONY- Journal of English Language Teaching, Linguistics, and Literature
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37304/ebony.v3i2.9468

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This study aimed at assessing the quality of idiom translation in a novel entitled “Landline” by Rainbow Rowell. By referring to Nababan’s Translation Quality Assessment model (2012), this study assessed the idioms’ translation according to the degree of accuracy, acceptability, and readability. The data analyzed in this study include the idioms and Indonesian translations, as well as the assessment result made by three expert assessors. Those idioms were identified and grouped based on the classification adapted from Palmer (1981). There are 37 idioms found, which consist of 2 idioms that can undergo syntactic changes, 10 idioms with syntactic limitation, 10 frozen idioms, 5 partial idioms, and 10 phrasal verbs. The findings show that the Indonesian translation of those idioms generally has a high-quality level, especially those which were translated into equivalent idioms in the target language. Paraphrasing also plays a major role as a translation strategy used by the translator. However, this strategy may sometimes lead to distortion of the original message in the target language.
Value Engagement of TikTok: A Review of TikTok as Learning Media for Language Learners in Pronunciation Skill Tira Nur Fitria
General English Education Vol 3 No 2 (2023): EBONY- Journal of English Language Teaching, Linguistics, and Literature
Publisher : The Study Program of English Education of Palangka Raya University 

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37304/ebony.v3i2.9605

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This study describes the use of TikTok as a medium for Language Learners in learning pronunciation. This study uses a descriptive qualitative. The research uses Exolyt as an analytical tool to determine engagement values including clicks, comments, and shares. The researcher uses five popular content creators, namely @englishwithgeet, @english.with.luccy, @englishwithcarla, @englishwithnab, and @andreaholmenglish. The analysis shows that the pronunciation category has the highest engagement because pronunciation is one of the important elements in English speaking and short video duration is very suitable for this category. It shows clear sound, images, filters, and material in the delivery of material, attractive images (right light), and the influence of the creator and material presented is more specific and clear. These videos from @english.with.lucyy and @englishwithnab consist of phonetic symbols. The use of the phonetic symbol is important in learning pronunciation to make it easier for viewers or English learners in pronouncing English words correctly. Besides pronunciation, the learners also can learn grammar, vocabulary, and common mistakes in English. TikTok application, together with the proper use and method can be used as an interesting, interactive, and innovative learning medium in learning even teaching English.
Developing Students’ Interest In Learning English Through Digital Learning Platform Joko Prayudha S
General English Education Vol 3 No 2 (2023): EBONY- Journal of English Language Teaching, Linguistics, and Literature
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37304/ebony.v3i2.9701

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The implementation of technology in learning is a good way to help students understand learning material. Through an interesting strategy, it will encourage students to always improve their understanding related to the implementation of learning. This study aims to obtain information about the English digital learning platform used by teachers to be able to attract students' interest and motivation in learning in EFL classes. The research was carried out qualitatively through a descriptive approach. The informants in this study were three English teachers who provided teaching through the use of digital learning platforms. Data were obtained through observation of learning and interviews with teaching implementers. Then, the data analyzed through data reduction, data display and conclusions. The results of the study show that teachers use various digital learning platforms in teaching English in order to encourage students to increase their motivation in learning English. The digital learning platforms that are used are very diverse, such as Padlet, Youtube, Canva, Kahoot, Quizizz and so on. The teacher also explained that the use of digital learning platforms was able to positively increase students' understanding in mastering learning material.
The Analysis of Machine Translation Performance on Translating Informative Text from English into Indonesian Titik Ismailia
General English Education Vol 3 No 2 (2023): EBONY- Journal of English Language Teaching, Linguistics, and Literature
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37304/ebony.v3i2.9809

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This study aims to investigate the performance of 6 machine translation. The text translated was informative text from English into Indonesian. The document taken from 48 students paper in semester final test. The research design is descriptive qualitative and content analysis approach. The data obtained from the students translation result in final test, observation, and interview. In analyzing the result of translating, there were three categories: grammatical structure, cultural words, and mechanic writing (composition writing). The result shows the performance of 6 machine translations: Google translate (GT), DeepL, Yandex, Systran, Udictionary, Microsoft translator, and itranslate on grammatical structure analysis were understanable related to meaning because the language is news report in formal language and reporting facts. However, some roles of language were changes such as: tenses, word formation, active/passive, singular plural, article, and auxiliary verbs. There was no example in cultural words and mechanic writing because the form of language is news report. The result of observation indicated that the students already apply technology in translation by utilizing MT in translating text. Furtthermore, in the result of interview implied that the usage of MT can give an assistance in translating text from English into Indonesian especially for informative text.
Creative Writing Skills in English: Developing Student's Potential and Creativity Tira Nur Fitria
General English Education Vol 4 No 1 (2024): EBONY- Journal of English Language Teaching, Linguistics, and Literature
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37304/ebony.v4i1.10908

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This research describes teaching creative writing skills in English to develop student's potential and creativity. This research is library research. The finding shows that creative writing is an innovative writing style that emphasizes narrative, character development, opinions, and non-formal language styles. It involves expressing ideas and imagination in various forms of fiction and nonfiction and requires the ability to build the reader's imagination and research skills such as poetry, short stories, novels, epics, short stories, fairy tales, drama scripts, film scenarios, song lyrics, television scripts, advertising scripts, popular articles, opinions, news, etc. It also attracts attention and entertains readers, requiring the author's ability to build the reader's imagination. Creative writing in English is a rewarding activity that increases students’ creativity, trains their imagination, and improves their English skills. To improve creative writing skills, students should read diverse literary works, practice regular writing, explore different language styles, use writing prompts, and accept feedback from friends or teachers. Mastering these skills in English can lead to self-expression, imagination, language and vocabulary improvement, and effectively conveying messages. Techniques to improve creative writing skills include reading diverse literary works, practicing regular writing, exploring different language styles, using writing prompts, and being open to feedback from friends or mentors.
The Effect of "Learn English" Podcast on Students' Listening Skill of Biography Text at Eleventh Grade of SMKS YPSEI Palangka Raya Fahri Husaini; Yulitriana Yulitriana; Elanneri Karani; Maida Norahmi
General English Education Vol 4 No 1 (2024): EBONY- Journal of English Language Teaching, Linguistics, and Literature
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37304/ebony.v4i1.10988

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This research was conducted to find out the effect of “Learn English” podcast on students’ listening skill of biography text at the eleventh grade of SMKS YPSEI Palangka Raya. “Learn English” podcast is an application provided by the British Council and this application has so many advantages. This research used a pre-experimental design with one-group pre-test and post-test design. The researcher chose XI OTKP and XI TB class of SMKS YPSEI Palangka Raya as the research sample utilizing purposive sampling. The researcher applied multiple choice and short answer test as the instrument for data collection. The obtained data were then analyzed using the Paired Sample T-Test in SPSS version 22 at a significance level of 5% (0.05).  The result showed that the Sig. (2 tailed) = 0,001 < 0,05. As a result of Ha was accepted. To summarize, podcasts are an effective medium for teaching listening to students in the eleventh grade at SMKS YPSEI Palangka Raya. However, when implementing the media, a teacher must consider the students' listening habits. By taking into account the students' level of listening habit, a teacher can properly select the medium used to teach listening in order to increase the students' listening talent.
Difficulties Encountered by English Teachers in Using Storytelling to Teach Young Learners Melfan Widia Krisdayanti Hulu
General English Education Vol 4 No 1 (2024): EBONY- Journal of English Language Teaching, Linguistics, and Literature
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37304/ebony.v4i1.11918

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Teachers of English utilize storytelling as a common strategy while teaching second languages, especially to young learners. However, because young learners have various features when it comes to second language proficiency, English teachers will find it challenging to use storytelling in these courses. The purpose of this study was to identify the difficulties faced by English teachers while teaching through these methods. The qualitative research technique was utilized in conjunction with the phenomenological design. The three English teachers were selected as participants, who were teaching to five grade students through the purposive sampling technique. Self-developed semi-structured interviews were carried out, and the data were transcribed into codes and themes. This study found that teachers found it difficult to find stories that were suitable for children, did not know the criteria for stories that were suitable for children, lacked the confidence to compose children's own stories, and had very limited time available (75 minutes once a week). It is recommended that resource rooms be established to provide English teachers with the greatest possible training opportunities.
Reviewing Teacher Effectiveness in Improving Student Learning Iwan Fauzi; Andrian Nuriza Johan
General English Education Vol 4 No 1 (2024): EBONY- Journal of English Language Teaching, Linguistics, and Literature
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37304/ebony.v4i1.12295

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This research is dealing with the review of teacher effectiveness in improving student learning. A qualitative research method by using technique of library research was applied in analyzing the data in this research. There are four aspects of teacher effectiveness reviewed by the researchers: firstly, the nature of teacher’s effectiveness; secondly, teacher effectiveness based on the teacher’s performance; thirdly, teacher effectiveness based on the student’s achievement; and fourthly, benefits of teacher effectiveness for improving student learning. The results from four aspects which are reviewed give a comprehensive definition of effective teachers and specific method on how to evaluate teacher effectiveness based on teacher performance such as supervisors’ rating, students’ evaluation of teachers, peer-reviewed assessment, and self-evaluation. In addition, the review also evaluated teacher effectiveness based on student’s achievement in which value-added models were exemplified to the measurement of the effectiveness. Last, beyond teachers’ contribution to student achievement; this library research also includes how effective teachers impact student learning which obviously contribute to important outcomes for students as benefits for learning improvement.
Student-teachers’ Emotion Regulation in Speaking Aloysia Berlindis Lasar
General English Education Vol 4 No 1 (2024): EBONY- Journal of English Language Teaching, Linguistics, and Literature
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37304/ebony.v4i1.12299

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Several scholars in education have asserted that emotions play a significant role in motivation to learn. On the side of self-regulated learning theory, it is believed that a learner would succeed more if he owned fully constructed self-regulation in learning. This research aims to describe the student-teachers’ academic emotions, specifically in speaking, and later to elaborate on their tendency to regulate it. The researcher applied mixed methods in this study. The data was obtained through questionnaires and in-depth interviews. Supporting theory used to gain the description of the student-teacher state of academic emotion is the theory proposed by Pekrun et al. (2002). The result showed that the student-teachers tend to perceive negative emotions about their ability to speak. However, they managed to use a cognitive reappraisal strategy to modify their academic emotion in both stages of preparation and mastering speaking. Meanwhile, they tend to use expressive suppression to manage their academic emotion in performing speaking. Moreover, the implications and implementation of emotion regulation in the East Nusa Tenggara context as a part of the researcher’s reflection are also discussed.

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