The Influence of Teachers` Nonverbal Communication on Students' Interest in Learning English at Genta Diploma I

Abstract

This study aims to identify the influence of teachers' nonverbal communication on students' interest in learning English at GENTA Diploma I Pare Kediri. A mixed method was used in this study, combining quantitative and qualitative approaches. Data was collected through observations, questionnaires, and interviews. The results of simple linear regression analysis showed that teachers' nonverbal communication, which included gestures, facial expressions, eye contact, and intonation variations, significantly influenced students' learning interests, with a contribution of 40.5%. The interview findings revealed that students positively perceived the teacher's use of nonverbal communication, which helped them understand the material and made learning more enjoyable. Teachers are advised to further integrate various elements of nonverbal communication in the learning process to increase students' interest in learning. Training teachers on effective nonverbal communication is essential to create a more interactive and supportive learning environment. Further Research is needed to explore other factors that affect students' interest in learning and to test the effectiveness of nonverbal communication in the context of different subjects.