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Exploring EFL Learners’ Speaking Confidence through One-Minute Talk Practice
No full textThis study aims to describe EFL learners’ speaking confidence and the challenges they face during One-Minute Talk sessions. Among EFL learners, spontaneous speaking remains a persistent challenge, as many struggle with confidence, fluency, and idea organization. A qualitative descriptive approach was employed, drawing on learners’ speaking performances, interviews, questionnaires, and classroom observations. The data were analyzed thematically. The findings show a clear improvement among participants. In the first session, many learners appeared nervous, used frequent pauses and fillers, and experienced difficulty developing ideas smoothly. By the second and third sessions, most learners demonstrated greater fluency, clearer idea organization, increased confidence, and began using simple gestures to clarify meaning. Interview findings further highlight key challenges such as vocabulary limitations, idea generation difficulties, and increased pressure during spontaneous speaking, which were also evident in learners’ observable hesitation. Questionnaire responses reveal a decrease in speaking anxiety and an increase in self-confidence after completing the activity. Overall, the findings confirm the effectiveness of the One-Minute Talk activity in enhancing learners’ spontaneous speaking skills and confidence. This study contributes conceptually by clarifying confidence development through repeated speaking practice and pedagogically by offering a practical strategy to promote active oral participation in EFL contexts
Presuppositions in The Judge Film: A Pragmatic Study
No full textThis study examines presupposition as a pragmatic phenomenon in film communication, concentrating on its application in the movie The Judge. This research, rooted in pragmatics, seeks to identify the forms of presupposition utilized in the film and to analyze their frequency in cinematic communication. This study utilizes a descriptive qualitative research design to investigate presuppositional statements from The Judge film, directed by David Dobkin. The results indicate that the film encompasses six categories of presupposition: existential, factive, non-factive, lexical, structural, and counterfactual presuppositions. Structural presupposition is the most prevalent type, comprising 36%, followed by factive presupposition at 22.6% and existential presupposition at 17.3%. Although non-factive presupposition (8%) and lexical presupposition (6.6%) are less common, counterfactual presupposition makes up 9.3% of the data. These findings demonstrate that assumption serves as a crucial pragmatic tool in influencing implicit meaning and facilitating effective communication in film discourse
The Associations Between Prior Abuse Experiences and Causal Attributions for Intimate Partner Violence Among Service-Attending Husbands in Jordan
No full textIntimate partner violence (IPV) is a significant public health issue in Jordan, yet research on perpetrator cognition remains limited. While prior abuse is a known risk factor, its association with how perpetrators explain their own violence specifically through causal attributions is underexplored in this context. This study aimed to examine the associations between prior abuse experiences and causal attributions among service-attending husbands in Jordan who have perpetrated IPV. A descriptive correlational design was employed with a convenience sample of 120 husbands recruited from rehabilitation and judicial services. Participants completed the Abuse Experiences Inventory (AEI) and the Causal Attribution Inventory (CAI), with data analyzed using Pearson correlations. Results indicated moderate levels across all attribution dimensions (internal, external, stable, unstable). Domestic abuse was the most reported prior experience. Weak but statistically significant positive correlations were found between all abuse domains and attribution dimensions (r = .186–.206, p < .05), with the strongest link between domestic abuse and external attributions. These findings suggest a modest association between abuse history and attribution styles, highlighting the potential value of addressing cognitive factors in perpetrator interventions without diminishing personal accountability. The study contributes to a nuanced understanding of IPV perpetrators in Jordan and underscores the need for longitudinal research to clarify these relationships
The Effectiveness of a Digital Audio Writing Podcast Based on Imla’ in Teaching Basic Arabic Nahwu
No full textLearning Arabic grammar (nahwu) is often perceived by secondary school students as difficult and abstract due to its rule-based nature and the predominance of teacher-centered instructional approaches, which frequently limit student engagement and meaningful practice. This study investigates the effectiveness of an imlā’-based digital audio podcast in improving students’ mastery of basic Arabic grammar (nahwu). This study aims to examine the effectiveness of a digital audio writing podcast based on imlā’ in improving students’ mastery of basic nahwu, specifically in classifying Arabic word categories (ism, fiʿl, and ḥarf). The scope of this research focuses on evaluating learning outcomes and students’ learning experiences when using podcast-based instruction compared to conventional teaching. Using a quantitative quasi-experimental design with a non-equivalent control group, the research involved 44 tenth-grade students divided into an experimental class that used podcast media and a control class that received conventional instruction. Students completed pre- and post-tests that assessed their ability to classify Arabic word categories ism, fiʿl, and ḥarf supported by an interview questionnaire exploring their learning experience. As most datasets failed to meet normality assumptions based on the Shapiro–Wilk test, the Wilcoxon Signed Rank and Mann–Whitney U tests were employed. The findings show significant improvement in both groups; however, the experimental group demonstrated a stronger gain, increasing from a mean score of 62 to 87, compared with the control group’s increase from 71 to 85. Despite this improvement, the Mann–Whitney analysis indicated no significant difference between the two groups at pretest (p = 0.280) or posttest (p = 0.133), suggesting comparable score distributions. These findings demonstrate that imlā’-based podcast media significantly enhances students’ grammatical mastery and offers a flexible digital learning alternative. This study contributes empirically by demonstrating that integrating imlā’-based podcast media can effectively support Arabic grammar learning in digital contexts. Future research is recommended to explore long-term learning effects and apply this model to broader nahwu topics and larger sample populations
The Symbolism of Death in Taufiq Al Hakim Short Story Daqqat al-Sa’ah: A Peirce Semiotic Analysis
No full textDeath in literary texts is frequently represented in an implicit manner through symbolic signs that require semiotic interpretation to access their underlying meanings. In Arabic short stories, death commonly operates as an existential motif shaped by language and narrative symbolism. This study seeks to examine the icons, indices, and symbols that construct the representation of death in Taufiq al-Hakim’s short story Daqqat al-Sa‘ah. Employing a descriptive qualitative approach with reading and note-taking techniques, the analysis is conducted using Charles Sanders Peirce’s triadic semiotic model, which consists of representamen, object, and interpretant. The findings indicate that death is articulated through recurring signs such as the sound of a ticking clock, barking dogs, specific temporal markers, power outages, medical authority, and the sudden death of Hamadah. These signs collectively generate an understanding of death as an existential condition beyond human control. This research contributes to literary semiotic studies by emphasizing death as the central semiotic structure of the narrative and reaffirming the applicability of Peirce’s semiotics in interpreting implicit meanings in Arabic literary texts. Future research may expand this approach to other Arabic works or integrate semiotic analysis with psychological and existential perspectives
Students' Perceptions of Using TikTok @Nofreeadi for Vocabulary Acquisition: A Qualitative Study
No full textThe integration of social media into English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learning has opened up new opportunities for vocabulary acquisition among students. This study explores students' perceptions of using the TikTok account @nofreeadi as a medium for learning English vocabulary. Using a qualitative descriptive approach, it involved twelve students from the English Education program. Data were collected through questionnaires and semi-structured interviews, then analyzed using thematic analysis. The findings revealed four main themes: ease of use, perceived usefulness, factors limiting acceptance, and user expectations. Students viewed TikTok @nofreeadi as an easy-to-use platform due to its short, clear, and interesting content, as well as its usefulness in supporting vocabulary learning through contextual examples. However, several limitations were identified, including the fast delivery of content, limited depth of explanation, and minimal interaction. Overall, the research results indicate that TikTok @nofreeadi serves as a fairly effective complementary medium for vocabulary learning, underscoring the importance of strategically integrating TikTok-based learning into formal English as a Foreign Language (EFL) instruction to enhance students' vocabulary development.
 
Analyzing Metaphors in Kendrick Lamar's "Euphoria" through Conceptual Metaphor Theory
No full textThis study aims to identify and categorize the use of metaphors in Kendrick Lamar’s song lyrics “Euphoria” using the Conceptual Metaphor Theory (CMT) approach. This song was chosen because it is a diss track filled with conceptual metaphors that not only serve as linguistic decoration, but also as a rhetorical strategy to build self-image, put down opponents, and reveal cultural dynamics in contemporary hip-hop. This study employs a qualitative descriptive method with data in the form of the lyrics to the song "Euphoria," obtained through transcription documentation from reliable online sources. The analysis was conducted by categorizing and identifying metaphors based on the three main categories of CMT; structural metaphor, ontological metaphor, and orientational metaphor. Through this study, the results of the study show that Kendrick Lamar uses metaphors as a conceptual tool to express power, authenticity, moral conflict, and cultural identity. This study highlights that metaphors in rap are not merely figurative expressions, but also highly strategic ideological tools, making it crucial to analyze them within the context of modern cultural discourse
An Analysis of Twitter (X) as a Media for Learning English: Users’ Perceptions and Experiences
No full textThis study is to investigates students’ perceptions and experiences of using Twitter as a social media platforms for learning English, with ta focus on the development of reading and speaking skills, vocabulary enrichment, and grammatical awareness. The study employed a qualitative case study design involving students from various semesters in the English Department. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews and were analyzed thematically. The findings revealed that students have positive perceptions of using Twitter for English learning. They reported that Twitter facilitates access to authentic English content, supports vocabulary development, encourages interaction with other users, and contributes to the improvement of overall English language skills. However, the study also identifies several challenges experienced by students, including difficulties in understanding unfamiliar slang and complex expressions, limited feedback on language use, confusion in navigating certain features, exposure to unscreened content, and issues related to mispronunciation. These findings indicate that Twitter can serve as a supportive tool for English language learning. However, appropriate guidance and critical use are necessary to maximize its benefits and minimize potential challenges.
EFL University Lecturers’ Perceptions of AI and Critical Thinking: Opportunities, Boundaries, and Assessment Dilemmas
No full textThis study explored EFL university lecturers’ perceptions of generative AI in relation to critical thinking, focusing on perceived opportunities, acceptable-use boundaries, and assessment dilemmas at the University of Zawia, Libya. A mixed-methods descriptive design was used, combining a questionnaire (N = 70) and semi-structured interviews (n = 10). Survey results showed moderate endorsement of AI opportunities for supporting critical thinking (M = 3.93, SD = 1.08), especially for language and comprehension support (M = 4.23, SD = 0.97) and higher-order question generation (M = 4.03, SD = 1.05). However, lecturers strongly emphasized boundaries for acceptable AI use (M = 4.42, SD = 0.89), particularly the need for an institutional policy (M = 4.60, SD = 0.73) and disclosure of AI use (M = 4.49, SD = 0.86). Assessment dilemmas were high (M = 4.17, SD = 0.98), with strongest concern about plagiarism/patchwriting risks (M = 4.40, SD = 0.84) and difficulty judging students’ own critical thinking (M = 4.24, SD = 0.97). Interview findings reinforced a “benefit–boundary tension,” highlighting preference for assessment redesign (in-class writing, oral defense, and process portfolios) over detection-based policing. The study recommends regulated-use guidance, staff training, and student integrity support
Indigenous Language Impediment in English Speaking Setting: A Case Study of Thai EFL Learners
No full textThis study explores the ongoing issue of L1 interference from native Thai phonology impacting English speaking skills in Thai EFL students. Even with continuous formal English teaching, the native language still affects learners’ pronunciation precision in EFL speaking activities. Using a qualitative case study design, the study was carried out with junior high school students at Nida Suksasat School in Satun, Thailand. Data were gathered via classroom observations and video-recorded discussions on the grammatical subject “Have Got” and examined using phonological characteristics consistently disrupt that Thai phonological characteristics consistently disrupt English pronunciation, especially via sound substitution and sound alteration, even during rehearsed speaking tasks. This study adds to EFL studies by offering empirical proof of sustained phonological transfer in regulated speaking situations, underscoring that memorization fails to remove L1 impact. From a pedagogically, the findings highlight the significance of context-aware pronunciation teaching and phonological awareness-focused methods to reduce the impact of indigenous language interference in Thai EFL speaking classes