Private University In Yogyakarta Research Articles

Insights from the Silent: Exploring Deaf Individuals' Perspectives on Using Learning Management Systems for Online Learning

The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a surge in the popularity of online learning, offering students greater flexibility and accessibility. However, students with hearing impairments encounter significant challenges in accessing learning materials and communicating with teachers and peers. This study aims to investigate the experiences of students with hearing impairments using a Learning Management System (LMS) for online learning focusing on their challenges they face and the strategies they employ in their learning. The research was conducted using a descriptive qualitative design at private universities in Yogyakarta. Semi-structured interviews were conducted to gather the data involving three students with hearing impairments who have used LMS in online learning as the participants. The findings revealed the challenges that included the use of multiple applications, lack of understanding on the LMS, lack of LMS notifications, material mismatch, unstable internet connection, tool constraints, lack of inadequate facilities, and there is no training on the use of the LMS. Additionally, the strategies used by the students included self-study, assignment submission via email, asking others for help, using additional apps, using a typist facility, and joining WhatsApp group discussions.

Отношения между научным руководителем и студентом во время написания магистерской диссертации: мнения студентов

One of the issues that Master’s students frequently experience when writing their theses is how they view and communicate with their supervisors. This study aims to gain a comprehensive understanding of supervisor-supervisee relationships in Master’s thesis writing. The study’s objective is to explore Master’s students’ supervision practices, their interactions with supervisors, and their implications for humanistic education and holistic student development. Participants at a private university in Yogyakarta, Indonesia took the online survey using Google Forms, which contained questions about their thesis writing and other connected concerns. The accounts gathered from the 35 students who responded to the questions were processed as data and interpreted using Krippendorf’s qualitative content analysis and Polkinghorne’s narrative inquiry. The framework employed was intersectionality. The study reveals that the participants perceived supervisors as (1) affable and professional academic mentors, (2) intellectual partners, and (3) personal confidantes. The participants’ accounts may provide insight into the ideal supervisor-supervisee relationship. The supervisees’ perspectives suggest that supervisors’ triple roles assist students in managing relationships and promoting whole-person growth. Several implications for strengthening humanistic education and self-development are highlighted in the study, including supervisory responsibilities, cura personalis, emotional support, and holistic development. This study contributes to the existing literature by focusing on the often-overlooked perspectives of thesis students in Indonesia, particularly at the Master’s level.

Exploring Discovery Learning Applied in English Language Teaching of Higher Education

The study aims at exposing the discovery learning applied at high education. The study applies descriptive qualitative design applying phenomenology. The subjects in this study were 3 lecturers of a private university in Yogyakarta, Indonesia. The data were gained from interviews and documentations. The data are analyzed using triangulation involving data reduction, data display, and drawing conclusion. The analysis results show that there are benefits and challenges of discovery learning applied in higher education. In conclusion, discovery learning has been one of alternative teaching ways in higher education. Keywords: discovery learning, English language teaching, higher education

Indonesian higher education students’ perception on critical literacy

Critical literacy is a crucial aspect of education that empowers individuals to analyse, interpret, and evaluate texts critically. Despite its significance, the integration of critical literacy in the Indonesian higher education system remains limited. This study aims to bridge this gap by examining the perceptions of Indonesian higher education students about critical literacy. The research question guiding this study is: What are the perceptions of Indonesian higher education students regarding critical literacy and its importance in the context of their academic and professional development? The study employs a qualitative research design using the single-case study method. Data collection is conducted through interviews, and the data is analysed using case study analysis techniques. The study takes place in an English language education program at a private university in Yogyakarta, Indonesia, which prioritises critical literacy in its curriculum. The findings of this study contributed to the understanding of how Indonesian higher education students perceive and engage with critical literacy and inform strategies to promote critical literacy skills among students. Ultimately, it aims to cultivate a generation of critically literate individuals who can actively engage in social, cultural, and professional contexts, contributing to the development of a knowledgeable and empowered society.

Teaching English in the Philippine: Pre-Service Teachers’ Identity Development During the International Teaching Practicum

English pre-service teachers find teaching English abroad to be a memorable experience. It influences the type of teacher they will become in the future. Through the perspective of teacher identity, this study aims to describe how two Indonesian pre-service teachers in the English education department, during a teaching practicum in the Philippines, developed their teacher identity and how they overcome the challenges. This research focused on two fourth-year students from the English Education department of a private university in Yogyakarta who completed a one-month international teaching practicum in the Philippines. The data were gathered through semi-structured interviews and subsequently investigated thematically from the perspective of the teachers' identities, and then presneted narratively. It was discovered that the biographies of the pre-service teachers served as the starting point for their teachers' identity development. Throughout the international teaching practicum, the development of their teacher identity was influenced by their emotional reactions, their teaching methods, and their symbolic representation. In the international teaching setting, the student teacher received psychological and technical assistance to overcome the challenges of their practice. This support played a crucial role in the successful completion of the program and contributed to the development of their professional identity as teachers. The findings demonstrate the importance of international teaching experience, prompting universities to prioritize the teaching practicum. Additionally, the university should expand its international exchange programs, focusing on teaching practicum programs.

Unveiling Success: Exploring Strategies of Pre-service Teachers in Implementing Merdeka Curriculum in Indonesia

Unveiling Success: Exploring Strategies of Pre-service Teachers in Implementing Merdeka Curriculum in Indonesia

Manajemen konten pada platform instagram Fakultas Pendidikan di Universitas Swasta di Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta

This study aims to determine the process of educational promotion content management in one of the education faculties at a private university in Yogyakarta. The research problem focuses on understanding how the social media content management process is carried out by the Instagram account management team of the education faculty of a private university in Yogyakata. This research uses qualitative research which is described descriptively with a case study approach. The results of this study are that in managing new student admission content on Instagram at the education faculty of a private university in Yogyakarta, there are 4 steps taken, namely: planning, organizing, actuating, and controlling. The planning process is carried out through setting goals for using Instagram and creating/taking over accounts. The next process is organizing which is carried out by filling in positions consisting of coordinators, admins, graphic designers, editors, talents, and streaming operators. In the next process, namely mobilizing each position to carry out their duties properly, then the leadership provides enthusiasm or input so that they always work diligently according to the target. The final step is that supervision is carried out through reviews, weekly meetings, and the use of performance statistical analysis tools both on Instagram and through other pages, for example socialblade.

Creating English learning media using Canva: EFL students’ perspective

Learning media are important parts of the teaching and learning process. Using Canva as a tool for creating English learning media is one of the ways EFL students can do when preparing their teaching and learning practices. This study investigates EFL students’ perceptions of the kinds of English learning media created by the EFL students using Canva and the benefits of using Canva as a tool for creating English learning media as perceived by these students. The researchers employed a descriptive qualitative design to achieve the objectives of this study. This study was conducted at a large private university in Yogyakarta, Indonesia. The participants in this study were six EFL students from the 2019 batch. The researchers conducted interviews to gather in-depth experiences of the participants. The findings of this study indicate that EFL students have created seven different types of English learning media using Canva. The English learning media created by EFL students were presentation slides, textbooks, flashcards, video learning, Instagram content, Infographics, and Twibbons. The findings also elaborate on several benefits of using Canva to create English learning media as perceived by the EFL students. The benefits are that Canva is easy to use, provides various templates for various learning media, caters to EFL students’ creativity, saves time for the EFL students in creating teaching media, and allows EFL students to create fun multimodal learning media.

Analysis of risky food consumption behavior among university students

Non-communicable diseases (NCD) and oral disease problems can arise in all age groups, including teenagers. Risky behavior is caused by a poor lifestyle and other factors. This study aimed to determine risky behavior and NCD incidence as well as oral problems in students at the Yogyakarta campus. This can lead NCD and oral problems. This research is quantitative descriptive-analytic research condected in a private university in Yogyakarta. The data was collected through an electronic questionnaire (Google form) and analyzed descriptively. Among the students' risky behaviors, 87.27% consumed excessive sweet food, 87.88% salty food, 82.42% oily food, 80% of seasonings, 57.58% consumed instant noodles, 84.85% consumed too little fruit and vegetables, and 87.27% did not participate in physical activity for 30 minutes. In the last 12 months, there was a high incidence of dental and oral health issues among students without symptoms. It was concluded that the most dominant risk behavior for non- communicable disease correlated with poor diet related to food consumption and lack of physical activity. All students had no symptoms or no doctor's diagnosis, but students experienced oral health problem within 12 months. A healthy diet, regular exercise, and good oral hygiene can reduce the risk of NCDs and dental and oral diseases.

Spiritual Mindfulness-Based Intervention for Nomophobia: A Randomized Controlled trial

Nomophobia has emerged as a new psychological issue in the modern world, indicating an increasing prevalence among young people. Therefore, there is a need for interventions to reduce nomophobic behavior. This study aimed to examine whether spiritual mindfulness intervention is effective in reducing individuals' levels of nomophobia. A randomized controlled trial was employed in this research, comparing pre-test, post-test, and follow-up scores between the experimental and control groups. A total of 60 participants voluntarily participated in 15 sessions of spiritual mindfulness. The participants in this study are Moslem, aged between 21 to 24, consisting of 50 (83.33%) females and 10 (16.67%) males. All participants are students of a private university in Yogyakarta. Independent t-tests and general linear models were used to analyze the data. The results of this study demonstrate that spiritual mindfulness intervention has an impact on reducing individual nomophobia levels in the experimental group. Meanwhile, individuals in the control group showed an increase in their nomophobic behavior. In conclusion, spiritual mindfulness intervention is effective in reducing nomophobia levels by 70.8%, as indicated by the partial eta squared value. Further explanations of the psychological dynamics are detailed in this article.

Students’ Perception of LINE Webtoon Application and Its Impact on Their English Reading Habits and Skills

Reading is one of the basic English language skills that has not been mastered by all students. On the other hand, reading media determines the frequency of reading habits and the improvement of reading skills. LINE Webtoon application, one of the digital literacy platforms, allows for comfortable and enjoyable reading on computers, tablets, and mobile devices. However, unfortunately, the LINE Webtoon application as a reading medium has not been widely used in the process of teaching and learning English reading. This study investigated students’ perceptions of using LINE Webtoon and how it influenced their English reading habits and skills. Six students from the English Language Education Department at a private university in Yogyakarta were involved. The qualitative design was applied with interviews for the data collection process. The interview results described students’ reading experience using LINE Webtoon. The findings revealed students’ interest in reading content in the app due to the attractive illustrations, the use of easy-to-understand and simple language, and the correlation of story with everyday life. The interview results also presented changes in students’ reading habits as things go about reading stories on LINE Webtoon: increasing their reading routines, reading duration, vocabulary collection, and grammar knowledge. Reading English stories through the LINE Webtoon app has positive effects on enhancing students’ reading habits and reading skills. This research implies that the development of English reading curriculum should involve various innovative and effective digital literacy platforms for the enhancement of English reading habit and skills.

The Influence of Entrepreneurship Education, Self Efficacy and Locus of Control on Students' Entrepreneurial Intentions in Yogyakarta

Students as agents of change need to be encouraged to engage in entrepreneurial activities. The first step that can be taken is to grow their intention in the world of entrepreneurship. This activity can be done by providing entrepreneurial knowledge in college. This study aims to examine the effect of entrepreneurship education, self-efficacy and locus of control on students' entrepreneurial intentions. The population in this study were students at private universities in Yogyakarta. The sampling technique in this study used the purposive sampling method, namely selecting samples that matched the criteria used for the study. The criteria for the sample taken are students who have taken or are currently taking entrepreneurship courses. While the data collection method using a questionnaire. The number of respondents who were selected as samples was 101. The data analysis used in this study was multiple regression analysis. Based on the results of the study, it was found that entrepreneurship education, self-efficacy and locus of control had an effect on students' entrepreneurial intentions.

Kahoot! As A Digital Quiz in Learning English: Graduate Students’ Perspectives

The use of technology in learning English is very important, it can make the process of learning more effective and easy. Here, the kahoot! is one of the digital quiz in learning English, that used online media very process of learning. The purpose of this study is to know the perspective of graduate students’ of English education study about the uses of kahoot! as a digital quiz in learning English. This study used questioners to collects data. The number of the participants involved in this study were 10 students from private university in Yogyakarta that sitting in the second master program. In addition the methodology in this study is descriptive qualitative. This study found that Kahoot! makes the atmosphere of classroom more interactive and energetic, the participant were more interested and motivated. In addition Kahoot! gives the positive influenced in learning process and make the classroom more interactive fun.
 

Developing Needs Analysis of Critical Literacy Models for Teaching EFL Reading Class

Critical literacy models have been integrated into learning process in the English-speaking countries such as Australia, New Zealand, America, England, and some Europian countriea. As matter of fact, the critical literacy model used particularly for teaching reading classess is rarely found, especially the model which fits with the characteristics of EFL students. This study aims to explore the needs analysis development of critical literacy model for teaching reading in EFL reading class. This research adapted the Four D model which consists of four steps; defining, designing, developing, and disseminating. The results revealed the following. First, in defining, the researcher conducted preliminary study in English Language Education Study Program in three universities in Yogyakarta which was meant to analyze the students’ problems in the real setting. Second, the researcher created the prototype of the needs analysis in accordance with the results of the preliminary study. Third, the researcher validated the needs analysis to the two experts and conducted field testing to evaluate the validity of the questionnaire. The results of the needs analysis validation process show that the questionnaire is feasible (87.5 %) to assess the students’ needs of critical literacy model. Furthermore, in order to evaluate the practicality of the questionnaire, the researcher conducted a preliminary field testing to 27 students of English Language Education Study Program in a private university in Yogyakarta. In conclusion, the results of the needs analysis become the basis to develop a critical literacy model which is used for teaching EFL reading classes.

EXPLORING PRE-SERVICE TEACHERS EXPERIENCES TOWARDS SYNCHRONOUS ONLINE LEARNING AMIDST THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC

As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, learning systems all around the world have shifted from traditional classrooms to online learning. Synchronous learning was developed to promote online learning interactions via audio, video, text chat, interactive whiteboards, and app-sharing audio, video, and text chat. This study focused on how the English Language Education Department (ELED) pre-service teachers experience participating in synchronous online learning during the covid-19 pandemic. The participants involved in this research were six ELED pre-service teachers. This research was conducted at English Language Education Department at one Islamic Private University in Yogyakarta. As a research design, the researcher used descriptive qualitative. The information was obtained through an interview. The result showed that pre-service teachers participated in synchronous online learning activities such as listening to lectures, doing a group discussion, doing a presentation, and completing evaluations. There were also various tools that made learning easier for pre-service teachers, such as sharing screen, recording, camera, and microphone. Regarding the perceptions of the ELED pre-service teachers, this study revealed some positive impacts and negative impacts of synchronous learning as perceived by the pre-service teachers. The positive impacts were flexibility in learning, a variety of ways of learning, live interaction, and more autonomous learning. Otherwise, the negative impact of synchronous learning was missed learning activity, lack of interaction, undelivered messages, and feeling isolated.

THE USE OF TED TALKS VIDEOS AS LEARNING MATERIALS IN AN INTERMEDIATE LISTENING CLASS IN A PRIVATE UNIVERSITY IN YOGYAKARTA

Listening has a crucial role in developing communication skills in English as Foreign Language (EFL) context. Facilitating EFL listening activities can be conducted by using various resources such as online video providers, interactive websites, and web-based podcasts.TED Talk is one of the online video series that can be used for undergraduate students to develop their listening comprehension in learning EFL. This study aimed to investigate the use of TED Talk videos in developing EFL listening comprehension and the benefits of listening to TED Talk videos. The study was conducted in an Intermediate Listening Class at a Private University in Yogyakarta. The research subjects were 27 students. The researchers collected data by distributing questionnaires and conducting in-depth interviews with the students. Purpose sampling was employed to result in 3 students. Four students with the highest and lowest results were chosen to be examined thoroughly. The result showed that TED Talk videos helped to develop EFL listening comprehension even though not significant. Listening to TED Talk videos can also motivate undergraduate students to learn English, and can enrich the students’ general knowledge.

EFL TEACHERS’ REFLECTION IN THE IMPLEMENTATION OF ONLINE FLIPPED CLASSROOM: CHALLENGES AND STRATEGIES

The implementation of online flipped classroom was one of the impacts occurred due to Covid-19 pandemic in educational sector. This sudden shift caused challenges for EFL teachers. However, only a few studies researched the teachers’ challenges in implementing fully-online flipped classroom and the ways they solved them. Therefore, this study aims to explore the teachers’ challenges in implementing fully-online flipped classroom and their strategies to deal with them. This study employed a narrative inquiry method and the data were gathered with a semi-structured interview from three EFL teachers from a private university in Yogyakarta. The results showed that the teachers faced challenges including students’ motivation and engagement, students’ mixed ability, assessment, resistance to change and teachers’ workload. Teachers’ strategies were: maximizing synchronous meeting, providing meaningful and personalized feedback, assigning groupwork, utilizing formative assessment and collaborating with colleagues. This study can help the teachers to identify their challenges in implementing flipped classroom in an online environment and find the solutions.

Unveiling the digital classroom: Exploring students' perspectives on engaging online discussions in English language education at a private university in Yogyakarta

The integration of technology in education has transformed the teaching and learning of the English language. Online discussions had gained significant attention due to their potential to enhance students' linguistic proficiency, critical thinking skills, and overall engagement. However, there was a lack of research on students' perspectives on engaging in online discussions specifically within the context of English Language Education departments at private universities in Yogyakarta. This study aimed to address this gap by exploring students' experiences, perceptions, and challenges when participating in online discussions at a private university in Yogyakarta. The research investigated the benefits, drawbacks, and challenges encountered by students in online group discussions. A qualitative research methodology was employed, and data was collected through interviews with five English education students. The findings revealed that engaging in online discussions offered benefits such as increased interest, flexibility, improved preparation and performance, and enhanced writing skills. However, limitations included the loss of an authentic discussion experience, inadequate acquisition of detailed information, and frustration due to a lack of responses and comments. Challenges faced by students included low internet connection. The study contributed to the existing literature by shedding light on students' perspectives and informing pedagogical practices in the specific context of English Language Education in Yogyakarta's private universities.

Factors Influencing the Implementation of Cooperative Learning: Elementary School Teacher Education Department Students’ Perspectives

Several factors influence the administration of cooperative learning courses, including the learning model, collaboration, social behavior and attitude, and heterogeneity. This study aims to identify the factors that assist or impede the implementation of cooperative learning courses in two Elementary School Teacher Education Departments (PGSD) involving 40 students. The researchers used an approach known as purposeful sampling, in which they selected the sample by identifying particular features that were consistent with their research objectives and were expected to be able to provide solutions to research problems. This research was conducted at two private universities in Yogyakarta, Indonesia. A qualitative descriptive questionnaire was used to collect information on the supporting and inhibiting variables of cooperative learning. Grades in Indonesian language classes have been correlated with a group effort in completing assignments (78.75%). A contributing component, the students' propensity for cooperative learning in the academic appreciation course (78%), emerges subsequently. Another aspect is the desire to complete the assignment (77.25%). Furthermore, factors that encourage cooperative learning are investigated. More suitable media facilities are essential (75%), given that the brilliant students predominate (80.75%) but familiarize themselves with cooperative learning. These facts imply that cooperative learning lays the foundation for academy students' participation, engagement, and problem-solving to be implemented during the learning and teaching processes.

Rasch Model Application: Instrument Development of Readiness to Conduct Inclusive Learning

This study aims to analyze development of an instrument that measures the level of readiness of Islamic Education (PAI) prospective teachers in conducting inclusive learning. The process was conducted by investigating three important indicators, namely: (1) motivation and value, (2) content-related, and (3) operational and pragmatist. The method employed was a non-experimental quantitative design which was considered a pilot test. Data were collected from 144 samples of PAI students who are prospective teachers from two private universities in Yogyakarta, and the tool used was a questionnaire which was analyzed using Rasch Model measurement software called WINSTEPS. Furthermore, it was used to determine the validity and reliability of items, respondents, and instrument. The results showed that development of readiness instrument in conducting inclusive learning using Rasch model consisted of 34 items with a coefficient of instrument, item, and respondent reliability of 92, 90, and 92, respectively. Therefore, it was discovered that instrument has good psychometric properties and can be used effectively.