Research on English Language Education

COMPLIMENT SPEECH ACTS: GENDER REPRESENTATION AND SELF IMAGE OF JISOO BLACKPINK IN INSTAGRAM COMMENT SECTIONS

2025-04-26T13:45:54+07:00

This study examines expressive speech acts of compliment directed at Jisoo Blackpink, using speech act theory and gender representation theory. Using descriptive qualitative research methods and documentation techniques, this study analyzed 100 comments on 8 of Jisoo Blackpink's Instagram posts. The findings show that most of the compliments focused on her physical appearance, self-image, reinforcing traditional gender roles that prioritize beauty over talent. However, some comments also recognized Jisoo's personality and fashion, which are considered very attractive. This study provides insights into how compliments contribute to gender representations and self-image in the comment sections of Jisoo's Instagram posts. It also highlights the complex relationship between beauty, talent and gender in the portrayal of female idols.

STUDENTS’ PROBLEMS IN SPEAKING ENGLISH LANGUAGE AT THE NINTH GRADE OF SMP NEGERI 1 O’O’U

2025-04-25T21:44:43+07:00

This research was conducted to investigate students' problems in speaking English in the ninth grade of SMP Negeri 1 O’o’u. The objectives of this research were to find what are students problems in speaking English at the ninth grade of SMP negeri 1 O’o’u and what are factors cause the problems faced by students in problems speaking English at the ninth grade of SMP Negeri 1 O’o’u. This research was applied in a qualitative research design and the data were obtained through classroom observations and interviews. Data were analyzed using Miles and Huberman's theory such as data reduction, data display, and drawing conclusions and verification. The results of this research indicate that ninth grade students at SMP Negeri 1 O’o’u experience problems in speaking English. It was found that 4 negative characteristics of successful speaking activity are experienced by students, namely student didn’t talk a lot, participant or students are not even, student low motivation and language is not of an acceptable level. Factors that cause students' problems in speaking English include fear of mistakes, shyness, anxiety, lack of confidence and lack of motivation. This research show that students experience problem in speaking. It is suggested that students ninth grade of SMP Negeri 1 O’o’u should study more the characteristic successful speaking activity

STUDENTS’ ERRORS IN THE USE OF SIMPLE PRESENT TENSE IN WRITING DESCRIPTIVE TEXT AT THE ELEVENTH GRADE OF SMA NEGERI 1 TELUKDALAM

2025-04-25T21:44:14+07:00

This study investigated the students’ errors in writing descriptive text especially in the use of simple present tense made by the eleventh grade of SMA Negeri 1 Telukdalam. The objectives of the study were; (1)To describe the students’ errors, and (2)To find out the causes of the students errors. The method used in this study was qualitative method. Total of participants in this study were 34 participants. The result of the data analysis showed that; (1) Students’ errors in writing descriptive text consisted of omission, addition, misformation, and misordering. The students made errors in constructing simple present tense such as errors in constructing verbal and nominal sentences, errors in using to be, errors in applying the suffix s/es and the errors in using pronoun, (2) The causes of the students errors were interlingual and intralingual errors. In conclusion, most of students at the eleventh grade of SMA N. 1 Teluk Dalam made errors in the use of simple present tense of writing descriptive text with the highest error happened in misformation, moderate in addition, next omission and the lowest error happened in misordering. It is suggested to English teachers to improving the method of teaching the simple present tense and how to applying it in writing a text. For the students, it is suggested to learn more about the simple present tense and practice more how to using the simple present tense in conctrusting a text. And, for the next researcher can takes the useful information from this research.

Translation Techniques of Garment Steamer Parts Terms in User Manual

2025-04-26T13:45:53+07:00

This study aims to describe the translation of garment steamer parts terms from English to Indonesian in the user manual. The method used is descriptive qualitative, with data consisting of technical terms related to the parts of the device, both in single words and phrases. The data source is the Philips EasyTouch Plus Garment Steamer user manual, models GC514, GC518, and GC524. The data collection technique employed is the listening and note-taking technique, where the researcher carefully reads the entire text of the manual to identify and record relevant terms. The data analysis follows the interactive model, which includes data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The results of the study show the application of five translation techniques: two single techniques (Compensation and Established Equivalent), and three combined techniques (Compensation + Transposition, Compensation + Borrowing, and Compensation + Established Equivalent). The Compensation technique is the most dominant, appearing 6 times, followed by Established Equivalent with 5 occurrences. These findings indicate that Compensation is frequently used to address linguistic differences between the source and target texts. This study implies that understanding the appropriate translation techniques is crucial for producing translations that are accurate and easily understood.

ILLOCUTIONARY ACTS USED IN THE DISNEY MOVIE THE GOOD DINOSAUR

2025-04-26T13:45:51+07:00

This study aimed at finding the types of illocutionary acts and describing the meaning of illocutionary act used in the movie The Good Dinosaur. This study used the theory of Searle (1998). This research used descriptive qualitative method and the data collection method was documentation. The object of this research was all conversations in the movie The Good Dinosaur that contain types of illocutionary acts. The result of this research, was were 52 utterances as illocutionary acts. There were four types of illocutionary acts found in the movie namely: 19 assertives, 17 directives, 8 commissives, and 8 expressives. There was also found that each utterance of illocutionary act had the different meanings based on the context of the story. From the results of this study, it can be seen that illocutionary acts are widely used in daily life. Therefore, understanding the meaning of illocutionary acts is very important for smooth communication. It is hoped that this research can help English teachers to be able to improve their ability to communicate effectively and understand other cultures so that they can teach students how to use appropriate language, as well as English language learners to be able to better understand the context in speaking.

ANALYSIS OF LEARNING STRATEGIES IN SPEAKING ENGLISH AT THE TENTH GRADE STUDENTS OF SMA NEGERI 1 MANIAMOLO

2025-04-26T13:45:50+07:00

This study dealt some students in tenth grade have a wide variety and uniqueness in speaking English. The purpose of this study is to find out the learning strategies in speaking English. This research used qualitative research. The data was taken from questionnaire filled out by students. The data source is the tenth grade Cut Nyak Dien class students of SMA Negeri 1 Maniamolo Academic Year 2023/2024. The researcher used questionnaire of strategy inventory of language learning (SILL) and interview to collect data of the research. The finding shows that, language learning strategies based on six strategies divided into memory strategies, cognitive strategies, compensation strategies, metacognitive strategies, affective strategies and social strategies. The content component with an average score and rating qualities cognitive strategies 4.91, metacognitive strategies 3.15, and memory strategies 3.14 including high and medium level used by students. Component with an average score compensation strategies 2.09, affective strategies 2.10 and social strategies 2.10 including low level used by students. From the result of the data, only 3 learning strategies are classified as a dominant used by students. Lastly, the result of data analysis of students learning strategies in speaking English tenth grade cut nyak dien class students of SMA Negeri 1 Maniamolo used cognitive strategies, metacognitive strategies and memory strategies in speaking English. It is suggested that can applied are learning strategy appropriately for themselves in speaking.

GLOBALIZING HOMBO BATU THE ROLE OF ENGLISH IN PROMOTING NIAS LOCAL WISDOM ON THE INTERNATIONAL STAGE

2025-04-26T13:45:49+07:00

This study aims to examine the role of the English language in promoting the local wisdom of Nias, specifically the Hombo Batu tradition, to the international stage. Hombo Batu, which symbolizes bravery and physical strength in Nias society, has the potential to become a globally recognized cultural attraction. English, as a global lingua franca, plays a crucial role in bridging the gap between local culture and international audiences. Through social media, international festivals, and tourism websites, English is used to introduce the meaning and values embedded in Hombo Batu. This study employs a descriptive qualitative method, with data collection techniques including literature review, digital media observation, and semi-structured interviews with cultural practitioners, academics, and tourism managers. The findings of this study show that, while the use of English is highly effective, challenges in maintaining cultural integrity remain. The research concludes that, despite the effectiveness of English in introducing Hombo Batu, there is a need for enhanced translation quality and collaboration between cultural experts and communication professionals to ensure that traditional values are preserved when presented to the international audience. Additionally, empowering the younger generation of Nias to promote their culture is essential.