Challenges in Teaching English for EFL Learners at Pesantren: Teachers’ Voices

Marzulina, Lenny; Harto, Kasinyo; Erlina, Dian; Holandyah, Muhammad; Desvitasari, Deta; Arnilawati, Arnilawati; Fridiyanto, Fridiyanto; Mukminin, Amirul

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“…Therefore, English language instruction has gained an equally significance in the curricula of most Pesantren (Bin-Tahir et al, 2019;Thoyib et al, 2020). Recognizing the global significance of English as a lingua franca, Pesantren provide their students the opportunity to develop their English language skills (Marzulina et al, 2021). Grammar, vocabulary, reading, writing, listening, and speaking components of English language instruction may automatically be included in teaching-learning process.…”

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The (In) famous English Language Policy in Pesantren: What We Already Know and What Remains Unknown

Rahman,

Al-Nahdi,

Zurriyati

2023

Idarah

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The development of English language instruction ought to align to a well-established educational system that aims to produce students with proficient English language skills. Pesantren, which are educational a institutions that are well-known for their capacity to provide high-quality English language instruction, serve as an illuminating study in this context. This study investigates the goals, practical implementations, and challenges associated with English language instruction in pesantren. In this study, researchers used triangulation to boost the validity and reliability of the findings in investigating English language instruction in pesantren. By combining several data sources, such as document analysis and a semi-structured interview, researchers may construct a cohesive and comprehensive picture of the research subject. Additionally, it investigates the intricate relationship between the various factors that influence students' command of the English language. English language teaching and learning in pesantren operate in a multifaced practices, with each component fulfilling specific roles and functions that are tightly aligned with the overarching goal of English learning. Since each component fulfills a different set of roles and functions, students are able to not only acquire the necessary linguistic competence but also develop effective communication skills, which enables them to flourish in the interconnected and globalized world of today. The interdependence of all facets of teaching English as a foreign language is painstakingly orchestrated, and institutional conditions provide a stable and dependable foundation for this. This study sheds light on the complexities of English language instruction in pesantren and emphasizes the importance of continuous reflection on the purpose of English by examining these key aspects.

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The (In) famous English Language Policy in Pesantren: What We Already Know and What Remains Unknown

Rahman,

Al-Nahdi,

Zurriyati

2023

Idarah

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“…This condition brought about ineffective lessons as pesantren students still showed a lack of English communication skills. Moreover, it was difficult for teachers to improve students' motivation and language competence, to manage overcrowded classes and limited time, as well as to deal with a lack of supporting facilities (Marzulina et al, 2021;Hidayat & Hawanti, 2021). To conclude, two major problems hindered the feasibility of maximizing the use of English instructions in the teaching-learning process in pesantren settings, which include linguistic (phonology, morphology, syntaxes, and semantics) and non-linguistic aspects (infrastructure facilities, time limit, and learning methods).…”

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Designing English Instructions for Islamic Settings: A Need Analysis in Indonesian Pesantren

Agustina,

Margana,

Putro

et al. 2023

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Many pesantren in Indonesia have been significantly transformed to adapt to the demands of the times, by providing English instructions in their curriculum. Although existing literature has discussed the needs of pesantren students in different parts of Indonesia, little is known about the needs in East Lombok, West Nusa Tenggara, a rural part of Indonesia. A modern pesantren, Darul Muttaqien NWDI Perian, had just been transformed to provide an English instruction for about two years while Nurul Azhar Sukadana, a khalafi pesantren, had included English instructions for quite a while. Nonetheless, both of the management did not yet have a clear curriculum that met the students’ needs. Therefore, it is crucial that this study investigate the needs of these pesantren, both from students and relevant parties’ expectations. Needs analysis in this context was the first phase of the R&D method. The data was collected by distributing questionnaires to 73 students and conducting a semi-structured interview with five teachers, three stakeholders, two parents, and community representatives. The findings revealed that English instructions should be designed to (a) support the improvement of students’ language skills, particularly speaking, (b) promote their ability to deliver speeches for religious purposes, and (c) prepare them for their future goals. Hence, in addition to Islamic topics and pesantren-related vocabulary, more modern and contextual materials should be included to widen their knowledge which in turn help them achieve their goals. Thus, these results can become the groundwork for developing the English curriculum in Pesantren in accordance with the students’ needs.

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Issues of Teaching English for Lecturers of Non-English Department: A Narrative Exploration on Teaching Experience

Nukmatus Syahria,

Ferra Dian Andanty,

Setiawan

et al. 2024

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The research aims to explore the experiences of TOEFL tutors who teach non-English department lecturers. The theoretical framework in this study is Teaching English, English proficiency, and learning challenges. The type of research is qualitative. The approach that is used in this research is a case study because this research focuses on a particular case and it is the narrative experience of two lecturers lecturing lecturers from non-English departments. The data in this research are statements taken from FGD (Forum Group Discussion). The source of data is the transcripts of the interview. There are two lecturers, who specialized in English Proficiency, interviewed in the FGD. They are from the English language Education department at a university in Surabaya. All participants are non-English department lecturers. The analysis technique used in this study is thematic. The results elucidate that there are three factors of difficulties that have been summarized as narrative experiences for TOEFL tutors when teaching lecturers from non-English departments. The difficulties in teaching TOEFL for lecturers of non-English departments are caused by workload, time management, and lack of motivation.

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Challenges in Teaching English for EFL Learners at Pesantren: Teachers’ Voices

Cited by 5 publications

References 4 publications

The (In) famous English Language Policy in Pesantren: What We Already Know and What Remains Unknown

The (In) famous English Language Policy in Pesantren: What We Already Know and What Remains Unknown

Designing English Instructions for Islamic Settings: A Need Analysis in Indonesian Pesantren

Issues of Teaching English for Lecturers of Non-English Department: A Narrative Exploration on Teaching Experience

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