INTENS (International Journal of English Education and Linguistics)

The ENGLISH FOREIGN LANGUAGE (EFL) TEACHERS' STRATEGIES APPLIED IN MANAGING ENGLISH CLASS

St Zumarotum Mas'ulah — 2025-07-30

Managing an English class is a complex task for teacher. In this abstract, the researcher will explore various strategies used by teachers to manage English classes effectively. Teachers must pay attention to various factors, including the level of students’ language skills, various factors, including the level of students' language skills, various learning styles, and challenges that arise in teaching foreign languages. One of the main strategies is the use of a variety of teaching methods, such as project-based learning, language games. In this way, teachers can make learning more interesting and relevant for students. Apart from that, teachers must also have good classroom management skills. This includes the ability to create a positive and inclusive environment, manage time efficiently, and deal effectively with student behaviour. The researcher used qualitative method, and two participant/ two teachers to be interview. And also the researcher used instruments and interview, and the school at MTs Al- Yakin Pungpungan.

Exploring University EFL Learners' Experiences in Using Podcasts for Listening and Vocabulary Development

Mustofa Abdul Aziz Aziz — 2025-07-30

This explanatory sequential mixed-methods study investigates university EFL learners' experiences with podcast-based learning for listening comprehension and vocabulary acquisition. The research addresses three key questions: (1) how learners utilize podcasts, (2) challenges encountered, and (3) effective learning strategies. Quantitative data collected from 20 participants revealed YouTube as the dominant platform (95%), with speech speed (65%) and accents (35%) as primary barriers. Qualitative interviews with 8 selected participants uncovered three adaptive strategies: segment repetition (55%), transcript utilization (50%), and vocabulary journaling. Analysis demonstrated significant improvements in listening proficiency (80% of users) and vocabulary retention (95%), particularly when podcasts incorporated scaffolding features. The study highlights the pedagogical value of podcasts as authentic input sources while emphasizing the need for speed-adjustable content, culturally familiar topics (preferred by 60%), and integrated learning supports. These findings contribute to understanding autonomous language learning in digital environments, suggesting that podcast effectiveness depends on strategic use rather than mere exposure. Practical implications include recommendations for educators to incorporate structured podcast activities and for developers to create leveled content with multimodal supports. The research bridges theoretical frameworks of comprehensible input with contemporary digital learning practices in EFL contexts

The Effectiveness of The Role Playing Technique to Train The Student's Speaking Ability of Grade IX of SMP Plus Al-Ishlah

Wahyuni Abtiyasari — 2025-07-30

The researcher intended to use the Role-play approach due to the low English speaking ability of class IX students at SMP Plus Al-Ishlah. The purpose of this study is to collect empirical data on the usefulness of the role-playing approach in training their speaking abilities. This research used a quantitative method and was conducted in two different class groups, namely the experimental and control classes with a quasi-experimental design. The researcher conducted the study during four meetings the first for the pre-test, the second and third for the treatment using Role Play technique, and the fourth for the post-test. The theory from Role Play according to (Shabani, 2010) is Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD) is a concept from the work refers to the range of tasks that a learner can perform with the help of a more knowledgeable individual. The t-test results show a T count value of (6.48) with a T table of (2.021) with a df of 45 students and a significance level of 0.05 or 90%. It indicates Ha is approved because "role playing has a significant effect on the speaking ability of experimental class students”. Furthermore, the additional data result from the observational data is the experimental class that was taught through role play performed a little better than the control class that was taught without role play. And then from interviews obtained data shows positive responses from several students who were interviewed regarding the role play technique. So, the role play approach has significant effects in training students' speaking abilities.

EXPLORING UNDERGRADUATE EFL LEARNERS’ PSYCHOLOGICAL PROBLEMS IN WRITING AND COMPLETING THE THESIS

SITI NUR HAYATI — 2025-07-30

Many students tend to procrastinate writing their thesis because they feel overwhelmed or don't know where to start. This phenomenon can be overcome by keeping a regular schedule, dividing tasks into smaller chunks, and setting realistic deadlines. feel worried that their thesis will not reach the expected standard. The purpose of this research is to analyze psychological factors that influence students in writing a thesis. Researchers used qualitative descriptions. This research method used questionnaires and interviews as instruments. Questionnaires are used to find detailed information on related factors that influence students in writing a thesis. The results of the psychological problem faced by undergraduate EFL learners show that English language education students have the highest score for the factors that affect writing thesis, namely from the results of the anxiety factor questionnaire shows the highest score gets 49.45% of students agree if they feel worried when comes to the advisor and the lowest inhibition factor gets 1.85% while for the motivation factor 2.5% of students have motivational support from both parent to quickly complete thesis, elf-esteem 2.5% of students agree if they have choose interesting title on writing a thesis, extroversion 2.35% the students was agree always optimistic about what they write in the thesis, empathy 12.18% the student agree the heart is easily touched when the friends and supervisor are giving salutation to the difficulty of writing thesis, risk taking 2.28% the students was will never lose, as long learn to win and improve the thesis. While the undergraduate EFL students overcome the problem of writing and completing a thesis is when meeting with your supervisor, focus on questions and solutions rather than feeling stressed or worried. If they are unsure about something, ask them honestly and open up.

ELEMENTARY STUDENTS DO LOVE SONG: Songs as Fun and Effective Media to Enhance Vocabulary Building for Elementary Students

Linna Endah Nur Wahyuni — 2025-07-30

This study aims to describe how English Kids’ songs as media in teaching English to early childhood learners enhanced students’ vocabulary mastery. Considering young learners are naturally active, imaginative, and responsive to fun activities, songs become an appropriate approach to foster language interest and skills from an early age. The findings in this study revealed that English songs have been proven success in enhancing vocabulary for young learners. The catchy rhythms and repetitive lyrics help children memorize and imitate words within meaningful contexts, enrich children’s comprehension through audio/ audio visual context, cultural expressions, and simple verbal interactions that engage them actively. Observations, interview, and teacher reports indicated a significant increase in children’s interest of vocabulary mastery. The students’ vocabulary building is significantly improved when teachers play an active role in explaining the material, repeating key vocabulary, and facilitating interaction after the song is played. Therefore, it could be concluded that songs function not merely as entertainment but as meaningful, enjoyable, and effective tools in laying the foundation for English vocabulary at Islamic Elementary School, MI Unggulan Al Muhammad Cepu.

Keywords: English Learning; Early Childhood; Educational Songs and Films.