Journal issue
Vol. 5 No. 2 (2025)
June
Published: 2025-06-16
All articles of this issue have been reviewed in a blind review process, and the authors and co-authors are from ten countries (Indonesia, Ghana, Malaysia, Australia, Belgium, India, Portugal, Spain, France, and Uzbekistan)
- Articles
- 22
- Published
- 2025-06-16
- Year
- 2025
Table of Contents
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Articles
Reimagining Gender Equity through Legislation: A Discourse Analysis on Post-Colonial Feminist Critique of the 2024 Affirmative Action Bill
This study examines the 2024 Affirmative Action Bill through a post-colonial feminist lens, critically evaluating its potential to confront and address systemic gender inequities embedded within Ghana's Fourth Republic's…
Pages: 226-249 -
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Challenging Misconceptions about Islam through Islamic English: An Assertive Speech Act Approach in Interfaith Dialogue
Research has shown that interfaith dialogue is essential for fostering mutual understanding and peace among different religious communities, yet misconceptions and stereotypes, particularly about Islam, continue to hinder…
Pages: 250-271 -
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Aesthetic Reception and Interpretation of the Mamaca Oral Tradition in Pamekasan, Madura
The mamaca tradition, a vibrant form of Islamic oral literature, endures as a living cultural and spiritual expression in Bandaran Village, Pamekasan Regency. This study explores its reception and sustainability using…
Pages: 272-289 -
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Exploring Intersectionality in Induk Gajah Season 2: A Literary Perspective on Gender, Culture, and Family Pressure
This study explores the role of intersectionality, as theorized by Crenshaw, in shaping gendered experiences within patriarchal cultures as represented in Induk Gajah Season 2. It focuses on how cultural norms, family…
Pages: 290-304 -
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Determinants of Willingness to Communicate among Secondary EFL Learners: A Case Study Approach
A key component of language learning is increasing learners' willingness to communicate (WTC), which is the main objective of second language (L2) instruction. In this study, students' perceptions of the aspects affecting their…
Pages: 305-318 -
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A Marxist Feminist Reading of Patriarchy and Capitalism in Joe Wright’s Pride and Prejudice (2005): A Feminist Literature Analysis
This study investigates the types of oppression that women face, as represented in Pride and Prejudice (2005), with a particular emphasis on how patriarchal and capitalist systems prevent female autonomy. The analysis, which…
Pages: 319-332 -
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Developing Local Culture-Based Instructional Materials of English Reading for Social Welfare Learners
The development of instructional materials plays a crucial role in improving students’ learning outcomes, particularly in the context of English reading comprehension at the tertiary education level. At the Social Welfare…
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Psycholinguistic Dimensions of Intercultural Bonding in A Thousand Questions: A Lens from Vygotsky’s Sociocultural Theory
This study explores the dynamics of language acquisition and emotional development within cross-cultural friendship, as portrayed in the novel A Thousand Questions by Saadia Faruqi. Anchored in the framework of Vygotsky’s…
Pages: 347-360 -
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Evaluating the Effectiveness of Bilingual Programs in Enhancing Non-English Subject Learning among Junior High School Students
This study was carried out to investigate the effectiveness of bilingual programs in non-English learners and to identify the factors that contribute to their success. The research was conducted at Bunga Matahari International…
Pages: 361-374 -
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Pertamina Systemic Corruption: Van Dijk`s Critical Discourse Analysis on Indonesia Al-Youm`s Reporting
This study investigates how corruption in Indonesia is portrayed in Arabic-language media by analyzing a news article from Indonesiaalyoum.com that reports on systemic corruption at Pertamina involving the son of businessman…
Pages: 375-388 -
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Exploring Challenges in EFL Learning and Acquisition: A Case Study of a Rural High School in Central Java, Indonesia
This qualitative descriptive study investigates the challenges faced by students in learning and acquiring English as a foreign language (EFL) at MA Muallimin Rowoseneng, a rural private high school in Central Java, Indonesia.…
Pages: 389-401 -
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Pathways to Mastery of East Asian Languages: Case of Japanese, Korean, and Chinese Self-Directed Learners
The research aims to explore the journey through which learners of East Asian Languages, i.e., Japanese, Korean, and Chinese, learn the languages independently. Specifically, it investigates the motivations that drive their…
Pages: 402-414 -
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Unveiling the Preferred Methods in Grammar Learning: Beliefs from EFL Undergraduates
Due to its fluidity, learners’ beliefs in English language teaching (ELT) have long been a topic of discussion among scholars. This paper sheds light on what learners believe about grammar learning. This study involved…
Pages: 415-426 -
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Exploring Self-Confidence in English Skills and Informal Digital Learning Frequency: A Study of Indonesian Elementary Students
This research explores the self-confidence of Indonesian elementary school students in their English skills and the frequency of their engagement with Informal Digital Learning of English (IDLE) activities, both receptive and…
Pages: 427-438 -
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Aartificial Intelligence and Teacher Collaboration in Enhancing English Fluency: Evidence from EFL Vocational Schools Learners
This study explores the challenges of enhancing English fluency among students at vocational high schools and evaluates the potential of integrating artificial intelligence (AI) tools with teacher collaboration as a strategy for…
Pages: 439-449 -
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EFL Learners’ Perceptions on the Use of Flashcards in English Vocabulary Learning: A Lesson from Remote Schools
Learning English vocabulary is quite challenging for students especially for young learners. Meanwhile it is essential for young learners in mastering English language. Because of that, the researcher gives one of the most…
Pages: 450-460 -
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Exploring the Role of Peer Feedback in Enhancing EFL Learners’ English Speaking Fluency and Accuracy
The ability to speak fluently and accurately in English remains a central goal for learners in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) contexts. However, limited classroom time and teacher-centered approaches often hinder…
Pages: 461-471 -
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Authentic Materials Used by English Teachers in Students’ Vocabulary Mastery at the Junior High Schools
Authentic materials, whinch include resources such as images, photos, videos, and radio content like radio broadcasts are increasingly recognized for their effectivness in enhancing language learning, particularly vocabulary…
Pages: 472-482 -
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A Pragmatic Analysis of English Teachers’ Speech Acts in Language Teaching: A Case Study at Smart Mataram Private Course
Effective classroom communication is a key component in successful language teaching, particularly in EFL contexts where teachers must navigate both linguistic and pedagogical goals. This study investigates the use of speech…
Pages: 483-492 -
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An Imagery Analysis of the Short Film Black Mamba in the SM Culture Universe: An Aesthetic Feature of Films
This study examines the use of imagery in the short film Aespa Ep.01: Black Mamba within the SM Culture Universe, employing a qualitative descriptive method and a case study approach. Grounded in literary theory, the research…
Pages: 493-502 -
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Enhancing Instructional Clarity in Teaching English: A Case Study in Pre-Service Microteaching in Uzbekistan
This applied research case study investigates whether the pre-service teachers use Instruction Checking Questions (ICQs) and Concept Checking Questions (CCQs) to improve their instructional clarity in the microteaching of the…
Pages: 503-511 -
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Developing Scrapbook as a Medium to Improve EFL Students’ Vocabulary Mastery: A Lesson from Elementary Schools
This study was conducted to examine the feasibility of scrapbook media as a tool to enhance vocabulary mastery among elementary school students, specifically evaluating its validity, practicality, and effectiveness. The research…
Pages: 512-521