Students' Communication Behavior in Achieving Learning Targets in Kampung Inggris Pare Kediri, East Java

Abstract

The students who are immigrants from various regions in Inonesia come to Kampung Inggris to learn English English is a foreign language which requires practice in order to become accustomed to English. In achieving the learning goals, students communicate, either using language that is done verbally or using movements or visualizations in a non verbal way. Therefore, it is interesting to examine the communication behavior of student, both verbal and non-verbal in Kampung Inggris Pare Kediri in achieving learning targets. The research method uses qualitative phenomenology by thoroughly describing the data obtained during the research process. The data collection technique uses observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation. The theoretical foundation uses the theory of operant conditioning which is a conditioning process of strengthening behavior that can result in the behavior recurring or disappearing according to wishes. Moreover, it also uses the theory of social construction where there is social knowledge and reality. The results showed that Students' daily verbal communication behavior is not always in English. Only in the dormitory students must use English. Students choose a conversation partner that is one level or a higher level. Students switch reading to English reading. Non-verbal communication behavior when students wear casual clothes. Facial expressions and body movements can help in interpreting conversations. Confused students can be identified by a weakened intonation of their voice and a tendency to be silent. The more confident the student, the higher the intonation.