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2026•Skripsi, Thesis, Disertasi, dan Tugas Akhir
ABSTRACT Alya Nazwa Anggina, 2322102. An Exploration of Factors Causing Low Interest in Learning English at SMA Negeri 1 Kotanopan. Thesis. English Education Department, Faculty of Tarbiyah and Teacher Training, UIN Sjech M. Djamil Djambek Bukittinggi, 2026. This study aimed to explore the factors causing low interest in learning English among eleventh grade students at SMA Negeri 1 Kotanopan. The purpose of this study was to identify and describe the internal and external factors that contributed to students' low interest in learning English. This study employed a qualitative research method using a case study design. The participants consisted of 6–8 students with low interest in learning English and one English teacher selected through purposive sampling. The data were collected through classroom observations and semi structured interviews. The data were analyzed using the interactive model of Miles, M. B., Huberman, A. M., & Saldana, (2014), which consisted of data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing and verification. The findings revealed that students' low interest in learning English was influenced by two major groups of factors: internal factors and external factors. The internal factors consisted of self-efficacy, self-worth, expectancy of success, task value, learning goals, and intrinsic motivation, while the external factors included teacher influence, classroom environment, learning materials and tasks, peer influence, family support, and social and cultural context. The findings indicated that these factors interacted with one another and collectively shaped students' learning experiences. Therefore, students' low interest in learning English resulted from the interaction between their psychological conditions and their learning environment. This study provides useful insights for teachers and schools in designing strategies to improve students' interest in learning English.
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2026•Skripsi, Thesis, Disertasi, dan Tugas Akhir
Alhadi Rahmaddia Jamil, 2319106. An Analysis of English Department Students' Note-Taking Methods in Learning at UIN Sjech M. Djamil Djambek Bukittinggi. A Thesis. State Islamic University of Sjech M.Djamil Djambek Bukittinggi. 2026. Note-taking is a crucial cognitive activity, yet preliminary observations at UIN Sjech M. Djamil Djambek Bukittinggi revealed that many English Department students lack formal knowledge of structured note-taking models. Instead, they rely on personal instincts, unsystematic hybrid strategies, and situational adjustments based on the lecturer's pace, which potentially compromises their learning efficiency. Therefore, this study aims to identify the preferred note-taking methods among the students and to analyze the underlying reasons for their methodological choices in the learning process. This study employed a Mixed Methods approach utilizing an Explanatory Sequential Design, which integrates quantitative and qualitative data. The sample consisted of 70 fourth-semester students of the English Education Department selected through total sampling. The research instruments included a structured questionnaire to map general note-taking preferences and habits, followed by a semi-structured interview guide and documentation of students' actual notes to explore the in-depth, contextual reasons behind their chosen methods. The findings reveal that students predominantly favor active, keyword-driven, and visually connected methods, such as outlining and hybrid strategies, over passive transcription or purely digital recording. A stark contrast exists between high and low performers; high performers strategically utilize structured frameworks like the Cornell and Outlining methods to manage cognitive load, enhance review efficiency, and adapt to complex materials. Conversely, low performers rely on habit and convenience, resulting in unsystematic notes. Furthermore, the study highlights that external factors, particularly the lecturer's speaking speed and vocabulary complexity, significantly dictate students' methodological adaptations and media preferences.
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2025•Skripsi, Thesis, Disertasi, dan Tugas Akhir
INDAH WULANDARI. NIM: 2320068, The Effect of Using Authentic Materials to Students’ Listening Skill at 10th Grade of SMAN 1 Kamang Magek. A Thesis, State of Islamic University Bukittinggi 2024. Listening is an important skill in English language learning, but many students have difficulty in they listen to. Some of the main problems students face are limited vocabulary so they have difficulty understanding meaning from context, as well as lack of experience hearing diverse English pronunciation and accents. In addition, the listening materials used in class often do not reflect clear English pronunciation and accent, making it difficult for students to understand the audio well. This study aims to determine the effect of using authentic materials on students’ listening skill. This study used a quasi-experimental design with two groups, an experimental class taught listening using authentic materials and a control class without using authentic materials. A pre-test and a post-test were given to both groups to measure students' listening comprehension before and after the treatment. Data analysis was conducted using Wilcoxon Signed-Rank Test and Mann-Whitney U testing showed that there was significant effect of students using authentic materials. first, The Asymp Sig. value of 0.00, which is smaller than 0.05. Second, there is a significant difference between students who learn with authentic materials and students who learn without authentic materials. This is supported by the Asymp Sig. value of 0.03, which is also smaller than 0.05. Third, the use of authentic materials is proven to be more effective in improving students' listening skills. This can be seen from the increase in the average score in the experimental class was higher than control class (18.81 > 15.55). Therefore, it is recommended that teachers integrate authentic teaching materials in listening lessons to increase students' engagement and comprehension. Future research can explore the long-term impact of authentic teaching materials on other language skills.
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2020•Skripsi, Thesis, Disertasi, dan Tugas Akhir
Putri Laila Ramadhani. 2315076. The Students’ Self-Assessment of Their English Language Learning at 5th Grade in Madrasah Sumatera Thawalib Parabek. Thesis. State Islamic Institute of Bukittinggi. This research was conducted based on a problem found in learning English. The phenomenon shows that students have never made a self-assessment of English learning. Research has been carried out in Madrasah Sumatera Thawalib Parabek at the level of Aliyah or Senior High School. This research was designed as pure qualitative research. The informants in this research are Aliyah 5th grade students in the Thawalib Parabek Sumatra Madrasah. There are three majors at this Aliyah level, namely Religion, Natural Sciences and Social Sciences. Researchers use questionnaires as a research medium to find out how students apply their self-assessment of learning English. The results of the study showed that Aliyah's 5th-grade students were able to do their own assessment of learning English. The results of the study stated that by determining their goal of learning English grade 5 students can measure the extent of English language skills they have learned. The student apparently also has a strong purpose for them to learn English.
