CHAPTER IV FINDINGS AND DISCUSSIONS
B. The Implementation Outcomes
The questionnaire data served as the foundation for collecting implementation outcomes data. After that, the researcher gave the students a test to gather further information before choosing which ones to interview.
Below is questionnaire data results.
Table 4.2 The Analysis Results of Questionnaire Use of Web-Based Basic English Grammar Material of Prepositions
No. Indicator Mean Score Percentage Criteria 1. Acceptability 8.16 81.66% Very Practical
2. Adoption 4.25 85% Very Practical
3. Appropriateness 4.08 81.66% Very Practical
4. Feasibility 8.58 85.83% Very Practical
5. Cost 4.04 80.83% Practical
6. Fidelity 3.83 76.66% Quite Practical
7. Sustainability 4.5 90% Very Practical
Mean Score
83.1% Very Practical
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Based on the table 4.2 above, the overall questionnaire implementation outcomes of web-based basic English grammar material of prepositions reaches 83.1%, which is categorized as very practical. Turning to the results of the analysis of the questionnaire, it showed that the seven measurable indicators with nine statements had fulfilled field related to the results of the implementation of web- based basic English grammar material for first-year students of the Department of English Education at UIN Alauddin Makassar. The results of the analysis can be seen below.
a. Acceptability
The term "acceptability" refers to how complex the content and materials on a website are. In addition, this relates to how comfortable the user is using it. Based on the questionnaire, shows that the acceptance criteria have been met. It can be presented by the following data display and the conclusion:
Indicator Statement
Items Data Display Conclusion Acceptability The Analysis
Results of Questionnaire Use of Web- Based Basic English
Grammar Material of Prepositions.
R1: I feel like it make me easier to learn grammar especially
prepositions. Easier to learn grammar.
R2: I'm happy because I can get a website that can make it easier for me to learn.
R3: Yes, I enjoy using this website
because it
provides clear explanations and engaging content.
Clear explanations and engaging
content.
R4: I really enjoy using this website because it makes it easier for me to find and learn other grammar material
Easier to find and learn
others grammar materials.
R5: After using this website, I feel that learning prepositions via the website is simpler. Because we don't have to carry books everywhere to study. We only need to bring a cellphone and then access it on the internet then read the material and then it is understood.
Simple to accessed.
The material on the website contains
prepositions material and students are interested in the materials.
R1: I can access this link in everywhere and anytime.
The website is
easy to
access.
R2: Yes I enjoyed it. Because is easy to use and make
me more
interested in learning other grammar material.
The website is easy to use.
R3: After using this website, I feel more confident in my understanding of prepositions.
And I think my
skill have
improved more after using this website.
The website can improve understanding
of the
material especially prepositions.
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R4: For me, it's very good and can help me to
improve my
grammar skills.
R5: Yes, I am enjoy using this website. And I think I am interested to using this website in the future.
Enjoy to use the website.
From the data above it shows that the results of questionnaire show that students' responses to acceptance of the website used are very positive, which is reinforced by their positive response during learning.
As shown by the respondents' responses, the website is easy to use, the explanations are easy to understand, and simple to use for learning grammar, because it helps them understand grammar, especially prepositions.
b. Adoption
Trying or making use of an innovation is called adoption. The adoption indicators have been met. Students are introduced to the media that will be used by researcher. This is supported by statements submitted by respondents.
Indicator Statement Item Data Display Conclusion Adoption The web-based
can be used with the current technology.
R1, R3, & R5: No, I haven't used a similar website to learn prepositions before.
Never used a similar website.
R2 & R4: Yes, I have used a website that is almost the
Ever used a similar website.
same as this website.
but in my opinion the website that I used
before was not good and it was rather
difficult to
understand the material.
Based on the data above, it can be concluded that respondents' responses vary regarding the implementation of the website. Others stated that they had visited a website like this to learn grammar, but three of them said it was the first time they had used it to learn grammar.
c. Appropriateness
Appropriateness is perceived suitability, relevance, or innovation (website). During the research, a number of activities were carried out to achieve these indicators. Based on the data, the results of the research show that the web-based basic English grammar material of prepositions have been designed according to the material. This is supported by statements submitted by respondents.
Indicator Statement Item Data Display Conclusion Appropriateness Web-based basic
English grammar materials for prepositions have been designed in accordance with the materials.
R1: Yes, because
in English
education
department we have to make our grammar more better than any major. So, I think it’s match with my learning needs.
This website match the learning needs of the respondents.
R2: This website is very suitable because it can help me in working on
Can help in TOEFL learning.
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the TOEFL text.
R3: Yes, the material on the website matches my learning needs.
The material match with learning needs.
R4: Yes, the material presented is in accordance with what I learned on campus.
The material presented is in
accordance with what is learned on campus R5: Yes, the
material on this website is quite in accordance with the learning on campus.
Based on the data previously provided, it can be concluded that the questionnaire results show that students are very positive about the appropriateness of the website. They can see whether the prepositions material on the website is in accordance with what the lecturer teaches in class, and whether the material on the website is in accordance with student learning needs. Based on the respondents' responses, they indicated that the content is very relevant to the prepositions material.
d. Cost
The implementation cost indicator shows how much money researcher spent during the implementation phase. Although this research tool can be accessed via the internet and does not require paper to convey grammar material, there is still a cost. In these circumstances, participants' devices and their data packages or internet quota are used to access the website.
e. Feasibility
The ability of an innovation, such as a website, to be implemented or used successfully is referred to as feasibility. The result show that the website can be used as a learning resource for students who want to learn basic English grammar especially prepositions. It can also be used by students every day. This is supported by the statements of respondents.
Indicator Statement
Items Data Display Conclusion Feasibility The students
can access the website at any time for everyday use
R1: Yes, of course. Because we just have to access on our cellphone. So, we can learn about this material anytime and anywhere.
The website can be accessed
using a
cellphone anytime and anywhere.
R2: This website is easy to use because it can be accessed
whenever we want.
The website is easy to use.
R3: I believe this website can save my time to learn grammar because the website can be used anytime.
The website can be used anytime.
R4: And also we can access this website whenever we want.
The website can be accessed anytime.
R5: Because in my opinion the website is easy to access and easy to use for studying anywhere.
The website is easy to access and to use.
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The website can be used as a learning
resource for the students to learn the materials of basic English grammar
especially prepositions.
R1: Yes I do.
Because in this website they have
a simple
explanation and an interesting video to watch.
Simple explanation
and an
interesting video to watch.
R2: I think it depends on how knowledgeable a person is
use this website.
And for me it increases my understanding little by little.
It increases respondent understanding little by little.
R3: Yes, using prepositions basic English grammar materials on the web can improve my understanding of prepositions.
Can improve the respondent understanding of prepositions.
R4: Yes, this website is very helpful in improve my understanding of grammar, especially in prepositions material.
The website is very helpful to improve
understanding of grammar.
R5: Yes. As I said before, the website is quite is quite good, complete, easy to understand and
the video
explanation is so
easy to
understand.
The website is quite good, complete, easy to understand and the video explanation is so easy to understand.
Based on the data previously provided, it can be concluded that the questionnaire results show that students' responses to the feasibility of
the website are very positive. It can be seen from the respondents' statements that the material on the website is easy to understand and can increase their understanding, moreover, this website has an explanation video that is easy to understand.
f. Fidelity
In this case, fidelity is defined as the extent to which the intervention is carried out in accordance with the initial instructions of the protocol or the initial intentions of the researcher. Based on the results of questionnaire, it shows that all instructions were carried out in accordance with what was planned by the previous researcher.
Namely by starting the meeting by giving a greeting and also introducing yourself. After that, explain the material on the website, especially the prepositions material according to the agenda. This is marked by the fulfillment of fidelity indicators.
g. Sustainability
The sustainability indicator has been met. In this case, sustainability means that new innovations continue to be used and function well. Respondents’ statements from the interviews reinforce this.
Indicator Statement item Data Display Conclusion Sustainability During this
session, all materials that are indicated in the website are available. During
R1: Yes of course. Because I prepared myself to be a teacher.
One day I’ll be using this website
Respondents will use it the future.
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this session, the
amount of
physical space was adequate for this session (for virtual settings refer to internet accessibility).
to teach my students to learn about grammar.
R2: I will visit this website again to learn more about prepositions material.
R3: Yes, I would access this website if I want
to study
prepositions material in the future.
R4: Yes of course i will use it later.
Moreover, the material
presented is in accordance with what I learned on campus.
The material presented is in accordance with what is studied on campus.
R5: Yes. Because the materials in the website is helpful and quite complete and also
easy to
understand.
The website is helpful.
Based on the data previously provided, it can be concluded that the questionnaire results show that student responses to the sustainability of the website are very positive. This can be seen from the respondents' statements that this website is useful for future use and the material is quite complete and easy to understand. In addition, they will access this website as an option to find grammar-related content to improve their understanding of grammar material.
Based on the questionnaire results, it can be concluded that utilizing web-based basic English grammar material for prepositions has fulfilled the objective. For the first-year students of the Department of English Education at UIN Alauddin Makassar, the criteria for implementation outcomes, such as acceptability, adoption, suitability, cost, feasibility, fidelity, and sustainability.
In addition, five students each with the highest, medium, lowest scores, were selected for the interview show that the website can help them learn prepositions. They also found that using website could improve their understanding of the things in prepositions. This, however does not match their perceived poor test scores.
The results of the questionnaire are in accordance with (Proctor et al., 2011) regarding implementation outcomes indicators, which include acceptability, adoption, suitability, cost, feasibility, fidelity, and sustainability. The result show that the website is feasible to perform the task. The result can be used to teach English, especially prepositions material.
As can be on the discussion above, web-based basic English grammar materials of prepositions can be used as supplementary resource for the students of English education department at UIN Alauddin Makassar to learning prepositions. This is supported by the opinion of Thamrin et al (2019) that information technology makes a positive contribution in the world of education. Barriers to teaching and
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learning; lack of reference, space and time, can be solved through the implementation of technology. Learning by using technology, makes all students think that teaching and learning grammar is effective, efficient, and interesting. Addition from Oktaviani (2019) that the use of web-based learning has many undeniable benefits, such as unlimited time and place limits, increasing the quality of life and the effectiveness and efficiency of the educational experience for both lecturers and students.
Tests, questionnaire, and interviews have been used to evaluate implementation outcomes. The results of the study indicate that this website is suitable for use in English learning activities, especially prepositions material, for first-year students majoring in English education at UIN Alauddin Makassar.