Journal issue
Vol. 4 No. 4 (2024)
December
Published: 2024-12-10
All articles of this issue have been reviewed in a blind review process, and the authors and co-authors are from seven countries (Indonesia, Malaysia, Pakistan, South Africa, USA, Portugal, and Belgium)
- Articles
- 23
- Published
- 2024-12-10
- Year
- 2024
Table of Contents
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Articles
African Folklore in Women's Narratives: An Exploration of Tsitsi Dangarembga's Nervous Conditions
Many of the contemporary challenges faced by women in Africa are deeply intertwined with African traditions and long-standing cultural practices. However, while African traditions indeed contribute to many of the challenges…
Pages: 702-715 -
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A Comprehensive Analysis of Narrative and Character Elements in The Conjuring (2013) Through Repertoire of Elements and Propp's Theory
This study provides a comprehensive analysis of the 2013’s movie The Conjuring through Nick Lacey’s Repertoire of Elements and Vladimir Propp’s Narrative Theory. The movie, directed by James Wan, is recognized for its…
Pages: 716-729 -
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Exploring Thematic Structures and Progression in Self-Help Literature: A Textual Metafunction Analysis of “The 5 Second Rule”
Given the widespread appeal and influence of self-help literature, understanding how authors engage and inform their readers through linguistic strategies is crucial. The study aims to explore how thematic structures contribute…
Pages: 730-743 -
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Digital Literacy Integrated with Blended Learning in Improving EFL Students’ English Language Skills: A Lesson Learned from the Independent Campus Program
The integration of digital literacy into educational practices has garnered significant attention in recent years, particularly in the context of language learning. Digital literacy refers to the ability to effectively and…
Pages: 744-757 -
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Enhancing Academic Writing through Digital Tools: A Systematic Review
The integration of digital tools in academic writing has significantly enhanced students' writing proficiency across various educational levels. Tools such as grammar checkers, citation managers, plagiarism detectors, and…
Pages: 707-770 -
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Exploring the Role of “Nasyiatul Aisyiyah” in Enhancing Women's Reading Literacy Skills
Reading literacy has a very important role for women. Both in a personal context, as well as in the family and community environment. Reading skills allow women to access the information and knowledge needed to improve their…
Pages: 771-783 -
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Embodied Identity in a Literary Work: Analyzing Women's Body Representation in the Film ‘Imperfect’ through Simone de Beauvoir's Lens
As a prominent medium within the realm of literary works, film serves as a popular medium with a strong influence on public perceptions of various phenomena and issues, particularly as media act as conduits for societal control…
Pages: 784-796 -
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A Critical Discourse Analysis of Nadiem Makarim's Speech on Merdeka Belajar at the 2024 National Education Day
This study critically analyzes Nadiem Makarim's 2024 National Education Day speech, focusing on how language reflects and reshapes power dynamics and ideology within Indonesia’s Merdeka Belajar (Independent Learning) reform…
Pages: 797-809 -
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Developing Digital Flipbook-Based English Writing Materials for EFL Vocational High School Students
English writing skills are pivotal for vocational students and their future careers. To improve students' writing skills, technology development provides access for teachers to create digital learning resources. Moreover, the…
Pages: 810-822 -
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Politeness Strategies in Sasak Language: Avoiding Rudeness in Conversations with Elders
This study explores the politeness strategies embedded in the Sasak language, spoken by the Sasak people of Lombok, Indonesia. These strategies reflect deeply rooted cultural norms emphasizing respect and harmony, particularly…
Pages: 823-834 -
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The Effectiveness of Interactive Educational Technology in Teaching Complex Sentences: A Lesson Learned from Remote EFL Learners
EFL learners often encounter difficulties in mastering complex sentences, especially when they are treated by using conventional teaching methods. This study investigates the effectiveness of interactive educational technology…
Pages: 835-846 -
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Exploring Social Critique in the Literary Work of Film: Ali & Ratu Queens through Bourdieu's Sociological Theory
Film criticism involves evaluating the quality of a work from artistic, cultural, and technical perspectives. It does not only focus on the narrative or story of the film but also includes other elements such as cinematography,…
Pages: 847-858 -
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Illocutionary Speech Acts of Articulating Commands in the Movie “Marvels”: An analysis of Linguistics Principles
Speech acts play a crucial role in human communication, allowing individuals to perform actions through language. The application of speech act is crucial especially in communication because it is an action of communication.…
Pages: 859-870 -
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The Form of Culture in the Blarak-Blarak Sempal Game: A Study of Literary Anthropology
This study aims to describe the form of Javanese culture and cultural elements in the traditional game of Blarak-Blarak Sempal through a literary anthropological approach. Using descriptive qualitative methods, this study…
Pages: 871-882 -
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Investigating EFL Students’ Speaking Skills Viewed from Self-Efficacy: Instructional Experiences Learned from Seniors High Schools
This study investigated EFL students’ speaking skills viewed from self-efficacy at seniors high schools. This to measure students' self-efficacy beliefs and assessments to evaluate their speaking performance to find factors…
Pages: 883-894 -
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Enhancing Non English Students’ Communication Skills through Blended Learning: A Lesson from English for Specific Purposes Lens
This study investigates the effectiveness of blended learning in enhancing English communication skills among environmental health students, focusing on oral and written competencies essential in professional contexts. The…
Pages: 895-907 -
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Developing Specialized Vocabulary Lists for English Tourism: A Corpus-Based Approach
The increasing dominance of English as the global lingua franca in tourism underscores the necessity for specialized vocabulary tailored to this sector. This study addresses a critical gap in English for Tourism (EfT) resources…
Pages: 908-920 -
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Striving for Superiority Reflected in the Main Character of Angie Thomas’s the Hate U Give: A Psychological Study
This study analyzes the main character, Starr Carter, in Angie Thomas' The Hate U Give , using Adlerian psychology to explore her drive, motivation, and development. Starr’s feelings of inferiority, stemming from her social and…
Pages: 921-934 -
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Challenges in Accessing Higher Education: A Semiotic Analysis on Gender Stereotypes, Cultural Conservatism, and Economics
This study investigates the role of logo symbolism in shaping the identity and communication strategies of State Islamic Universities (UINs) in Central Java, Indonesia. Logos serve as powerful visual representations of an…
Pages: 935-945 -
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Grammatical and Syntatic Errors in L2 English Writing: The Impact of Language Inteference
This research examines grammatical and syntactic errors in second language (L2) writing, with a focus on the role of mother tongue interference and developmental processes in second language acquisition. In L2 writing, errors…
Pages: 946-955 -
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Unpacking Identity Dynamics of the Main Character in the Novel Kimchi Confessions: Implications for Multicultural Education
The identity dynamics of a main character in a novel refer to how their sense of self, values, beliefs, and overall identity evolve throughout the narrative. These dynamics are shaped by psychological, emotional, and social…
Pages: 956-965 -
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Investigating EFL Students’ Perception to Speaking Performance: A Learning Experience through Hallo Application
The Hallo application, a mobile platform designed to enhance speaking skills by enabling users to connect with English speakers worldwide, has recently garnered significant attention among EFL (English as a Foreign Language)…
Pages: 966-974 -
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Character Narratives in Indonesian Digital Fiction: A Semi-Digital Stylistics Approach
Digital fiction is a collection of art texts in the form of short stories and novels that combine technology, virtual space, media elements, and provide access to readers or netizens to carry out certain activities in it.…
Pages: 975-982