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The Values of Heroism As Seen in Rick Riordan’s The Lost Hero
Full text linkThis research is entitled “The Values Heroism As Seen In Rick Riordan\u27s The Lost Hero”. This research discusses the values of heroism as well as the stages of the hero\u27s journey experienced by Jason as seen from the novel The Lost Hero. This research uses a descriptive qualitative method. In obtaining data, it is done by analyzing each heroism value based on the concept of heroism values, and describing each stage of Jason\u27s journey according to Campbell\u27s hero\u27s journey theory. Jason\u27s heroism values based on the results of the research consist of courage, have faith in one own abilities, work hard and never give up, integrity, and tolerance. Meanwhile, the stages of the hero\u27s journey in this novel show that Jason has gone through three major stages out of seventeen steps. Five steps from the departure stage, six steps from the initiation stage, and six steps from the return stage. This leads to the conclusion that the main character has five points of heroism values in himself and the ability to complete seventeen stages of the journey as theorized in the hero\u27s journey by Campbell
Violence Against Woman In Thomas Hardy’s Work Tess Of The D’Urbervilles
Full text linkThis research examines the forms of violence against women in Thomas Hardy’s Tess of the d’Urbervilles through the perspective of radical feminism as proposed by Rosemarie Tong (2009). The focus of the research is directed toward the depiction of Tess’s experiences as the main character who encounters physical, sexual, emotional, and verbal violence, while also exploring how the patriarchal social system influences the course of her life and destiny. The purpose of this research is to analyze how patriarchal power, as reflected through male characters and social institutions such as family, religion, and marriage, shapes Tess’s position as a woman who becomes a victim in a society biased against women, as well as to identify the various forms of violence experienced by Tess Durbeyfield in Hardy’s Tess of the d’Urbervilles. The approach applied is descriptive qualitative with the method of content analysis, in which the data are taken from narrative quotations, dialogues, and character interactions that portray practices of gender-based injustice. The findings reveal that Tess’s suffering is not merely the result of individual actions but is rooted in gender inequality institutionalized through cultural traditions, rigid social norms, and male dominance. Although Tess attempts to assert self-awareness, resilience, and courage to resist, her struggle often ends in defeat due to the strong grip of patriarchal values. In conclusion, Tess of the d’Urbervilles not only presents the tragic story of a woman’s life but also serves as a sharp social critique of gender-based power imbalances in the Victorian era, while remaining relevant in addressing discussions on gender equality and violence against women today
Serial Killer’s Psychological Profile Investigation From Fbi Point Of View As Seen In Thomas Harris’s Silence Of The Lambs
Full text linkThis study explores the FBI’s psychological profiling of serial killers as portrayed in Thomas Harris’s The Silence of the Lambs, focusing on the methods used to identify and understand psychopaths, especially through the interactions between Clarice Starling and Dr. Hannibal Lecter. Utilizing criminal psychology theory and a qualitative textual analysis of the novel, the research examines how offender behavior, motivations, and mental disorders inform profiling. Findings highlight the FBI’s detailed investigative process, the serial killer’s psychological manipulation to mislead investigators, and the critical role of the psychological profiler in penetrating the psychopath’s mindset to guide the investigation, revealing the complex interplay between profilers and criminals in solving difficult cases
An Analysis Of Students’ Ability In Writing Paragraph
Full text linkThis article concerns about students’ ability in writing paragraph. A paragraph is the basic unit of writing that functions as a bridge between sentences and larger sections of text, usually expressing a single idea or topic. The population of the research was students of management of UPI YPTK Padang. Sample was students of second semester in 2024/2025 academic year. They were forty five students. The research used test as instrument. The data were taken by asking students to write paragraph. The result of the study showed that students had different ability in writing paragraph
Students’ Perceptions Toward Blended Learning Through Youtube
Full text linkThis study explores the perceptions of students towards blended learning using YouTube as a teaching tool. Blended learning, which combines traditional face-to-face teaching with online methods, has emerged as a promising approach to address these challenges. Blended learning allows students to access course materials and engage in activities both in the classroom and through digital platforms like YouTube. This study, conducted at Ekasakti University with 54 students divided into three groups, employed questionnaires, interviews, and observations to gather comprehensive data. The findings indicate a generally positive perception among students towards the use of YouTube in blended learning. Students recognize the benefits of YouTube in enhancing language learning experiences, as evidenced by high mean scores for statements emphasizing its effectiveness. However, concerns were raised regarding certain aspects of using YouTube, reflected in consistently low mean scores for specific statements across all groups. Addressing these concerns is crucial for optimizing the effectiveness of blended learning with YouTube and ensuring its successful integration into educational practices. Overall, while students largely appreciate the benefits of blended learning with YouTube, addressing their concerns is essential to further enhance its effectiveness and promote student engagement and learning outcomes
Metaphor of Seloko Adat in Merangin
Full text linkThis research clarifies about the kinds of methapors that found in the” seloko Adat” traditional ceremonies in merangin culture This research applied descriptive qualitative research in which the data are obtained from seloko adat in traditional ceremony. it took from Lubuk Bumbun village in Merangin regency. The data are collected by observational method supported by note-taking and interview technique. After analyzing the data, it is found that there are 10 metaphors included into three from four kinds of methapor. The result of the research showed there are animistic, synaesthetic and concret to abstreact of methapor. Animistic metaphor dominant exist in seloko adat traditional ceremonies on Merangin culture .The meaning of each metaphor is understood in light of the current situation
The Positive Concept of The Glad Game as Reflected in Eleanor Hodgam Porter’s Pollyanna
Full text linkThe title of this research is "Positive Concepts of Joyful Play as reflected in the novel Pollyanna by Eleanor Hodgmam Porter". The problem of this research is focused on Pollyanna\u27s personality using Freud\u27s theory, external conflict using Jones\u27 theory, as well as the moral message contained in Pollyanna\u27s character using Nurgiyantoro theory which is reflected in Pollyanna\u27s novel. This research is a qualitative descriptive research. The method used in this research is descriptive qualitative. The approach used in this research is literary psychology. The technique used in this research is literature. To obtain certain data by searching and collecting several books related to personality analysis, external conflict, and moral messages in a literary work. By quoting sentences or words that show personality, external conflicts, and moral messages and then describe them. Pollyanna\u27s personality includes three parts, namely Id, Ego, and Superego. The Id personality arises because it is influenced by thoughts that want to please itself, the Ego arises because Pollyanna is in a dilemma between thinking about two things at once and she doesn\u27t know which one to choose, while the Superego grows because she is more concerned with the interests of others than herself. Pollyanna\u27s external conflict occurred between herself and her aunt because basically her aunt didn\u27t want her and really hated her. The moral message shown by Pollyanna in the novel includes four parts, namely, being honest, being yourself, being responsible, having moral courage, being humble, and being critical
Students’ Writing Ability By Using AI Generative Tools; Diffit, Brisk, Mendeley
Full text linkThis study examines the impact of three AI generative tools—Diffit, Brisk, and Mendeley—on university students’ writing perceptions and motivation. A mixed-methods approach combined quantitative pretest and posttest assessments with qualitative insights from interviews and classroom observations. The participants, 27 students from Universitas Ekasakti Padang, were purposively sampled and randomly assigned to groups based on the AI tool used. Quantitative results revealed that the Diffit group achieved self-efficacy improvements from 80% (initial) to 90% (post-intervention), with a task value of 60%. The Brisk group showed consistently high self-efficacy (90%) and task value (90%), achieving an 80% writing proficiency score. In contrast, the Mendeley group recorded self-efficacy scores of 100% initially, dropping to 60%, but maintained a writing proficiency score of 80% due to a task value of 80%. Findings highlight self-efficacy as the most critical factor influencing writing improvement, supported by task value, intrinsic motivation, and perceived usefulness. Recommendations include integrating AI tools to build students’ confidence, aligning tasks with personal goals, and fostering intrinsic motivation. This study demonstrates the effectiveness of AI tools in enhancing writing proficiency by addressing students\u27 cognitive, emotional, and motivational needs
The Phenomenon of Loan Words That Often Used in Social Media
Full text linkThis study uses Sociolinguistics theory, especially regarding the phenomenon of loan words in social media. The purpose of writing is to determine adoption, adaptation and levy from social media. Absorbed words serve to enrich vocabulary and provide more knowledge about foreign languages to Indonesian language users. Because it comes from a foreign language, of course there are some letters that are transliterated into Latin letters in accordance with the rules that apply in Indonesian. This research is descriptive qualitative research, using observation method. This research is what is often confusing when we are going to use absorbing words that are often mistaken in a writing. From this reasearch, the writer found that many words from english that aborbing and people used in social media
Factors and Challenges in Using Gamification In Teaching ESP
Full text linkThe purpose of this study is to detect the key issues and challenges faced by English lecturers in implementing gamification in teaching English for Specific Purposes (ESP). This study was a qualitative study with case study design. A number of 16 lecturers were participants of this study. The data was collected through structured interviews, and then analyzed the interview responses using content analysis. The result of the study shown that there were factors or issues such as the occurrence of problems like irregularities, objections, and challenges during the game, the creation of a negative competitive environment, the extension of the time allotted for the game, and the creation of a noisy environment were found to be challenges to the use of gamification in the classroom. In addition, technical difficulties and problems with digital games, lack of technology and internet, technology, screen, and game addiction, and health or psychological issues are some of the main reasons why lecturers do not use gamification in their ESP teaching