HOW UNIVERSITY EFL LEARNERS PERCEIVE GRAMMAR IN PRODUCTIVE SKILLS
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This study explored English education students' perceptions of Grammar in Productive skills. Using qualitative approach, the study had 25 university students as participants selected through purposive sampling. The data were collected using an interview, and then analyzed using qualitative analysis. The findings of the study revealed that some students consider grammar as a very important aspect in productive skills. However, there is also flexibility in the use of grammar. As in speaking, grammar is used depending on the context whether formal or informal. In addition, many students said that they always have difficulties in using grammar often caused by lack of vocabulary, anxiety in speaking, and lack of confidence.
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Abdushukurova, U. (2024). Teaching Receptive Skills To ESL And EFL Learners. Jurnal of Pedagogical Inventions and Practices. 32(2770).
Aisyah, S., Rasyid, M. N. A., Nasrum, Djamereng, J., & Asnur, S. M. (2024). EXPLORING EFL STUDENTS’ PERSPECTIVE IN IMPROVING THEIR ENGLISH PRODUCTIVE SKILLS: EXISTING COMPETENCIES AND ENCOUNTERED CHALLENGES. Elite : English and Literature Journal, 11(1), 33–51. https://doi.org/10.24252/elite.v11i1.47166
Aldobekhi, S. A., & Abahussain, M. O. (2024). “Enhancing English Language Students Productive Skills through Project-based Learning: A Mixed Method Research.” International Journal of Learning, Teaching and Educational Research, 23(1), 300–317. https://doi.org/10.26803/ijlter.23.1.12
Amalia Rachmawati, S. (2022). Persepsi Mahasiswa Terhadap Pembelajaran English Grammar Pada Mata Kuliah Bahasa Inggris. PROGRESSA: Journal of Islamic Religious Instruction, 6(2), 59–72. https://doi.org/10.32616/pgr.v6.2.422.59-72
Daskan, A. (2023). The Challenges of Grammar Learning and Teaching and Students’ Perceptions in EFL Classes – Tishk International University, Erbil Case. International Journal of Social Sciences & Educational Studies, 10(3), Article 3. https://ijsses.tiu.edu.iq/index.php/volume-10-issue-3-article-29/
Faculty of Education, Beijing Normal University, Beijing, China, & Ye, J.-H. (2024). Embodied English Grammar Learning: Language Learning Anxiety Predicts Learning Progress Mediated by State Anxiety and Flow. International Journal of Information and Education Technology, 14(10), 1356–1366. https://doi.org/10.18178/ijiet.2024.14.10.2166
Fitria, T. N. (2023). Non-EFL Students’ Perception of Grammar and Their Ability in Understanding Basic Grammar. 06(01). Anaphora: Journal of Language, Literary and Cultural Studies. 6(1), 75-89 doi.org/10. 30996/anaphora.v6i1.8565
H. Al-khresheh, M., & Orak, S. D. (2021). The Place of Grammar Instruction in the 21st Century: Exploring Global Perspectives of English Teachers towards the Role of Teaching Grammar in EFL/ESL Classrooms. World Journal of English Language, 11(1), 9. https://doi.org/10.5430/wjel.v11n1p9
Hariati, P., & Siahaan, D. G. (2024). Improving English Writing Skills Using Text-Based Learning Methods and Group Work. Journal of English Language and Education. 9(4). https://doi.org/10.310004/jele.v9i1.534
Haryadi, R. N., & Aminuddin, M. (2023). The Role of English in Preparing Students to Face Global Challenges. JIIP - Jurnal Ilmiah Ilmu Pendidikan, 6(11), 9615–9621. https://doi.org/10.54371/jiip.v6i11.3167
Huriati, N., Fitriani, N., Tyas, N. K., Rofi’i, A., & Sari, N. (2023). The Role Of Artificial Intelligence (AI) In Developing English Language Learner’s Communication Skills. Journal on Education. 6(1), 750-757. http://jonedu.org/index.php/joe
Lavadia, M. (2023). GRAMMATICAL, DISCOURSE COMPETENCE AND PRODUCTIVE SKILLS AMONG FIRST YEAR ESL LEARNERS. Issues in Language Studies, 12(1), 16–38. https://doi.org/10.33736/ils.5386.2023
Lutfulloyevna, K. S. (2023). TEACHING GRAMMAR IN CONTEXT. IJSSIR,International Journal of Social Sciences & Interdisciplinary Research, May, 12(05). https://www.gejournal.net/index.php/IJSSIR
Normawati, A. (2023). HOW EFL LEARNERS PERCEIVE GRAMMAR IN SPEAKING AND WRITING. Journal of English Educational Study (JEES), 6(1), 23–30. https://doi.org/10.31932/jees.v6i1.2208
Nurhidayah, R. (2020). The Role of Motivation in Second Language Acquisition. Jurnal Ilmiah Spectral, 6(2), 096–104. https://doi.org/10.47255/spectral.v6i2.59
ON THE ISSUE OF THE ROLE OF GRAMMAR IN LANGUAGE TEACHING AND LEARNING. (2022). The International Scientific and Pedagogical Organization of Philologists “East-West,” 82–90. https://doi.org/10.33739/2587-5434-2022-8-1-82-90
Riswanto, Teferi, H., & Ahmed Abdel-Al Ibrahim, K. (2023). Cultivating EFL learners’ productive skills by employing dynamic and non-dynamic assessments: Attitude in focus. Language Testing in Asia, 13(1), 18. https://doi.org/10.1186/s40468-023-00228-2
Sreena, S., & Ilankumaran, M. (2018). Developing Productive Skills Through Receptive Skills – A Cognitive Approach. International Journal of Engineering & Technology, 7(4.36), 669. https://doi.org/10.14419/ijet.v7i4.36.24220
Sulistyawati. (2023). Buku Ajar Metode Penelitin Kualitatif. Yogyakarta: Penerbit K-Media
Sugiyono. (2013). METODE PENELITIAN KUANTITATIF, KUALITATIF, DAN R&D. Bandung: Alfabeta
Tayirovna, S. A. (2024). The Role of the English Language in the World and its Importance Today. American Journal of Open University Education. 1(5). https://scientificbulletin.com/index.php/AJOUP
Wilujeng Asih Purwani. (2021). LEARNING METHOD USING COMMUNICATIVE APPROACHES TO ENGLISH GRAMMAR TEACHING. Karangan: Jurnal Bidang Kependidikan, Pembelajaran, Dan Pengembangan, 3(1), 1–6. https://doi.org/10.55273/karangan.v3i1.81
Wiwoho, G., & Mahanani, W. (2021). Analisis Motivasi Belajar Bahasa Inggris Mahasiswa Fakultas Bahasa dan Budaya UNTAG Semarang. Journal CULTURE (Culture, Language, Literatur Review). 8(1), 17-30
Zam, F. Z., & Suriaman, A. (2021). THE CORRELATION BETWEEN GRAMMAR AND SPEAKING SKILL OF UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS. Jurnal Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris. https://journal.unismuh.ac.id/index.php/exposure
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Abstract
This study explored English education students' perceptions of Grammar in Productive skills. Using qualitative approach, the study had 25 university students as participants selected through purposive sampling. The data were collected using an interview, and then analyzed using qualitative analysis. The findings of the study revealed that some students consider grammar as a very important aspect in productive skills. However, there is also flexibility in the use of grammar. As in speaking, grammar is used depending on the context whether formal or informal. In addition, many students said that they always have difficulties in using grammar often caused by lack of vocabulary, anxiety in speaking, and lack of confidence.
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References
Abdushukurova, U. (2024). Teaching Receptive Skills To ESL And EFL Learners. Jurnal of Pedagogical Inventions and Practices. 32(2770).
Aisyah, S., Rasyid, M. N. A., Nasrum, Djamereng, J., & Asnur, S. M. (2024). EXPLORING EFL STUDENTS’ PERSPECTIVE IN IMPROVING THEIR ENGLISH PRODUCTIVE SKILLS: EXISTING COMPETENCIES AND ENCOUNTERED CHALLENGES. Elite : English and Literature Journal, 11(1), 33–51. https://doi.org/10.24252/elite.v11i1.47166
Aldobekhi, S. A., & Abahussain, M. O. (2024). “Enhancing English Language Students Productive Skills through Project-based Learning: A Mixed Method Research.” International Journal of Learning, Teaching and Educational Research, 23(1), 300–317. https://doi.org/10.26803/ijlter.23.1.12
Amalia Rachmawati, S. (2022). Persepsi Mahasiswa Terhadap Pembelajaran English Grammar Pada Mata Kuliah Bahasa Inggris. PROGRESSA: Journal of Islamic Religious Instruction, 6(2), 59–72. https://doi.org/10.32616/pgr.v6.2.422.59-72
Daskan, A. (2023). The Challenges of Grammar Learning and Teaching and Students’ Perceptions in EFL Classes – Tishk International University, Erbil Case. International Journal of Social Sciences & Educational Studies, 10(3), Article 3. https://ijsses.tiu.edu.iq/index.php/volume-10-issue-3-article-29/
Faculty of Education, Beijing Normal University, Beijing, China, & Ye, J.-H. (2024). Embodied English Grammar Learning: Language Learning Anxiety Predicts Learning Progress Mediated by State Anxiety and Flow. International Journal of Information and Education Technology, 14(10), 1356–1366. https://doi.org/10.18178/ijiet.2024.14.10.2166
Fitria, T. N. (2023). Non-EFL Students’ Perception of Grammar and Their Ability in Understanding Basic Grammar. 06(01). Anaphora: Journal of Language, Literary and Cultural Studies. 6(1), 75-89 doi.org/10. 30996/anaphora.v6i1.8565
H. Al-khresheh, M., & Orak, S. D. (2021). The Place of Grammar Instruction in the 21st Century: Exploring Global Perspectives of English Teachers towards the Role of Teaching Grammar in EFL/ESL Classrooms. World Journal of English Language, 11(1), 9. https://doi.org/10.5430/wjel.v11n1p9
Hariati, P., & Siahaan, D. G. (2024). Improving English Writing Skills Using Text-Based Learning Methods and Group Work. Journal of English Language and Education. 9(4). https://doi.org/10.310004/jele.v9i1.534
Haryadi, R. N., & Aminuddin, M. (2023). The Role of English in Preparing Students to Face Global Challenges. JIIP - Jurnal Ilmiah Ilmu Pendidikan, 6(11), 9615–9621. https://doi.org/10.54371/jiip.v6i11.3167
Huriati, N., Fitriani, N., Tyas, N. K., Rofi’i, A., & Sari, N. (2023). The Role Of Artificial Intelligence (AI) In Developing English Language Learner’s Communication Skills. Journal on Education. 6(1), 750-757. http://jonedu.org/index.php/joe
Lavadia, M. (2023). GRAMMATICAL, DISCOURSE COMPETENCE AND PRODUCTIVE SKILLS AMONG FIRST YEAR ESL LEARNERS. Issues in Language Studies, 12(1), 16–38. https://doi.org/10.33736/ils.5386.2023
Lutfulloyevna, K. S. (2023). TEACHING GRAMMAR IN CONTEXT. IJSSIR,International Journal of Social Sciences & Interdisciplinary Research, May, 12(05). https://www.gejournal.net/index.php/IJSSIR
Normawati, A. (2023). HOW EFL LEARNERS PERCEIVE GRAMMAR IN SPEAKING AND WRITING. Journal of English Educational Study (JEES), 6(1), 23–30. https://doi.org/10.31932/jees.v6i1.2208
Nurhidayah, R. (2020). The Role of Motivation in Second Language Acquisition. Jurnal Ilmiah Spectral, 6(2), 096–104. https://doi.org/10.47255/spectral.v6i2.59
ON THE ISSUE OF THE ROLE OF GRAMMAR IN LANGUAGE TEACHING AND LEARNING. (2022). The International Scientific and Pedagogical Organization of Philologists “East-West,” 82–90. https://doi.org/10.33739/2587-5434-2022-8-1-82-90
Riswanto, Teferi, H., & Ahmed Abdel-Al Ibrahim, K. (2023). Cultivating EFL learners’ productive skills by employing dynamic and non-dynamic assessments: Attitude in focus. Language Testing in Asia, 13(1), 18. https://doi.org/10.1186/s40468-023-00228-2
Sreena, S., & Ilankumaran, M. (2018). Developing Productive Skills Through Receptive Skills – A Cognitive Approach. International Journal of Engineering & Technology, 7(4.36), 669. https://doi.org/10.14419/ijet.v7i4.36.24220
Sulistyawati. (2023). Buku Ajar Metode Penelitin Kualitatif. Yogyakarta: Penerbit K-Media
Sugiyono. (2013). METODE PENELITIAN KUANTITATIF, KUALITATIF, DAN R&D. Bandung: Alfabeta
Tayirovna, S. A. (2024). The Role of the English Language in the World and its Importance Today. American Journal of Open University Education. 1(5). https://scientificbulletin.com/index.php/AJOUP
Wilujeng Asih Purwani. (2021). LEARNING METHOD USING COMMUNICATIVE APPROACHES TO ENGLISH GRAMMAR TEACHING. Karangan: Jurnal Bidang Kependidikan, Pembelajaran, Dan Pengembangan, 3(1), 1–6. https://doi.org/10.55273/karangan.v3i1.81
Wiwoho, G., & Mahanani, W. (2021). Analisis Motivasi Belajar Bahasa Inggris Mahasiswa Fakultas Bahasa dan Budaya UNTAG Semarang. Journal CULTURE (Culture, Language, Literatur Review). 8(1), 17-30
Zam, F. Z., & Suriaman, A. (2021). THE CORRELATION BETWEEN GRAMMAR AND SPEAKING SKILL OF UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS. Jurnal Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris. https://journal.unismuh.ac.id/index.php/exposure