General English Lecturer Professionalism (A Case Study at USN Kolaka)

Abstract

This study aimed to describe the reflection of the professionalism of general English lecturers at USN Kolaka. This reflection was very important as the first gateway for evaluating the quality of general English learning at USN Kolaka. The study was motivated by the university’s low state of general English learning. For this purpose, this study used a qualitative descriptive method. Data were collected through questionnaires and in-depth interviews with 8 (eight) general English lecturers at USN Kolaka. The results of the questionnaire showed that the 8 (eight) lecturers reflected on their professionalism at a high level, In contrast, the results of the interview confirmation showed that every professional indicator has been carried out but not optimally. Thus, it was concluded that there was an effort by the general English lecturer at USN Kolaka to improve their professionalism. This study recommends follow-up support from the university to increase the number of lecturers in terms of good governance management process for lectures welfare.