The effect of using “Coffee Break English” Podcast on Teaching Transactional Speaking for ninth-grade students at SMP Tahfidz Mutiara Al-Akbar Makassar
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This research investigated the integration of the "Coffee Break English" podcast into instructional materials to enhance the transactional speaking skills of EFL learners at SMP Tahfidz Mutiara Al-Akbar. Employing a mixed-methods approach, the study combined a pre-experimental design with qualitative analysis, involving six students and one teacher. Data were gathered through pre- and post-tests alongside questionnaires to evaluate the impact of podcast-mediated communication.
Therefore, the results demonstrated a significant improvement in students' communicative competence. Quantitative analysis showed that learners transitioned from a "Fair" baseline to a "Good" proficiency level. This progress was driven by high student engagement and a supportive learning environment that strengthened linguistic foundations, including vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammatical accuracy. Both the teacher and students maintained positive attitudes toward the podcast activities.
Lastly, the study identified specific hurdles during implementation. While the intervention was pedagogically successful, the teacher faced challenges related to network instability, limited access to digital devices, and student behaviour management. Despite these technical and operational obstacles, the findings suggest that podcast-based materials are an effective tool for elevating transactional speaking skills in an EFL context when supported by adequate infrastructure.
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