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Utopia Of a Classless Society In Roald Dahl\u27s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory: Marxist Study
No full textThis study addresses the problem of how Roald Dahl\u27s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory reflects the dynamics of class struggle and the concept of a classless society through a Marxist perspective. The analysis employs a Marxist literary criticism framework to examine the narrative\u27s portrayal of socioeconomic themes, focusing on the symbolic representation of the chocolate factory as a site of production and class interaction. The findings reveal that while the narrative suggests a meritocratic shift in power and advocates for moral integrity over wealth, it simultaneously exposes the underlying contradictions of a classless society. The presence of the Oompa-Loompas highlights the persistence of labor exploitation, questioning the authenticity of the proposed utopia and indicating that the narrative reinforces rather than fully resolves capitalist ideologies. The study concludes that Dahl\u27s work, while promoting ideals of social mobility and equity, ultimately fails to achieve the Marxist vision of class eradication. Instead, it presents a diluted form of capitalism, masked as a fantasy, which invites critical reflection on the limitations of children\u27s literature in addressing complex social issues
An Analysis of Derivational and Inflectional Morphemes Found in Kamala Harris’ Speech
No full textThis study aims to know the types and analyze the functions of derivational and inflectional morphemes contained in Kamala Harris\u27 speech. The researcher uses qualitative method with descriptive approach to analyze the data. The data analyzed in this research are derivational and inflectional morphemes that appear in Kamala Harris\u27 speech transcripts, which were obtained by transcribing her speeches and identifying relevant words containing these morphemes. The researcher acts as the main instrument in this research. The data were collected by downloading the speech video, transcribing the speech, identifying words containing derivational and inflectional morphemes, classifying them into their respective types, and analyzing their functions. At the end of the analysis, the researcher draws conclusions based on the types and functions of the derivational and inflectional morphemes used. The findings reveal that a total of 330 words contain derivational and inflectional morphemes, consisting of 120 derivational morphemes and 213 inflectional morphemes. The derivational morphemes were categorized into nine types; 20 adjectives to noun, 19 nouns to adjective, 25 verbs to noun, 1 noun to verb, 17 verbs to adjective, 1 adjective to verb, 17 adjectives to adverb, 6 adjectives to adjective, and 14 nouns to noun. In terms of function, these derivational morphemes contributed to 59 noun formation, 42 adjective formation, 2 verb formation, and 17 adverb formation. The inflectional morphemes were classified into seven types; 110 plural, 46 past tense, 23 third person singular present, 16 past participle, 6 progressive form, 6 possessive, and 6 superlatives. The inflectional functions are 110 function as plural, 46 as past tense, 23 as third-person singular present, 16 as past participle, 6 as progressive, 6 as possessive, and 6 as superlative. The researcher concludes that derivational morphemes play a role in the formation of new word classes, while inflectional morphemes serve to indicate grammatical aspects such as number, time, and possession. These two types of morphemes not only clarify the grammatical structure but also enrich the vocabulary in English, which ultimately improves the clarity of communication
Implementation of QR-based treasure hunt game to improve young students’ English vocabulary mastery
No full textThis study explores the effectiveness of a QR-based Treasure Hunt game in enhancing English vocabulary mastery among 7th grade students at a public junior high school located in Ungaran, a district in Semarang Regency, Central Java, Indonesia. Despite the growing interest in gamification and mobile-assisted learning, the use of QR codes specifically for vocabulary acquisition in EFL classrooms has received little scholarly attention—underscoring the need for targeted investigation in this area. Using a quasi-experimental design, students were divided into control and experimental groups, with vocabulary mastery assessed through pre-test and post-test evaluations. The control group, which followed traditional teaching methods, showed minimal vocabulary improvement, whereas the experimental group demonstrated significant gains after engaging with the QR-based gamified approach. The interactive nature of QR codes encouraged active participation, allowing students to scan, solve, and engage with challenges in a structured format. The findings confirm that gamified learning fosters engagement, reinforcing Cognitive Load Theory by breaking vocabulary learning into manageable, interactive components. While most students responded positively, observations revealed that some required additional guidance, highlighting the need for structured instructional support when implementing gamification. This study contributes to the field of educational technology, demonstrating the potential of gamification in language acquisition and student motivation. By integrating QR-based activities into EFL instruction, schools can modernize teaching practices, improving both learning outcomes and engagement. Future research should explore long-term retention, learner diversity, and expanded gamification models to further refine technology-enhanced vocabulary instruction
Using Edpuzzle interactive video to enhance listening skills
No full textListening comprehension is one of the most essential yet challenging skills in learning English as a Foreign Language (EFL). Despite its importance as a foundation for developing other language skills, listening often receives less instructional emphasis than grammar or vocabulary. Traditional listening instruction tends to be passive and lacks real-time feedback or learner control. This study reviews and explores the potential of Edpuzzle, an interactive video platform, to address these issues by offering pedagogical features aligned with multimedia learning principles. Grounded in Mayer\u27s (2009) Cognitive Theory of Multimedia Learning, this study employs an integrative literature review method to synthesize relevant research published between 2015 and 2025. Findings from previous studies show that Edpuzzle enhances students\u27 engagement, listening comprehension, and learning autonomy through features like embedded quizzes, self-paced playback, and immediate feedback. However, challenges remain, including limited infrastructure, teacher readiness, and familiarity with digital tools. The study concludes that Edpuzzle holds significant promise for transforming conventional listening instruction into a more interactive, reflective, and learner-centered process. This article contributes theoretically by reviewing and exploring how Edpuzzle aligns with current educational paradigms and suggests future empirical research and classroom application directions
The use of "Kartun Anak" YouTube channel in supporting students\u27 speaking skill
No full textYouTube is a platform that provides audiovisual media that can be used for teaching and learning activities. Audiovisual can be used for teaching language skills, including speaking skills. In this research, the author discussed the use of YouTube videos in the class, focusing on students’ English speaking skills. Observations and interviews were conducted to gain data regarding the use of YouTube in supporting students’ speaking skills. Two teachers and ten students were interviewed to gain deeper information. The author discovered that the teachers chose the videos based on the chapter and materials that were going to be taught, and the YouTube channel provides suitable materials. The students were way more enthusiastic during the class using audiovisual media compared to any class without audiovisual media. When asked about the media, the students stated that the animations were appealing and they gain new vocabulary through the use of the media, which made them gain interests in learning new vocabulary and how to pronounce words correctly. According to the teachers, changes in students’ speaking skill appeared during the class. Students often struggled with pronunciation and they showed improvements when this media was used in the class. They stated that the clear pronunciations from the videos helped the students to learn the accurate pronunciations.
Logical fallacies in EFL students\u27 undergraduate argumentative writing
No full textArgumentative essays were an important part of learning English as a foreign language (EFL) because this genre of writing not only developed language skills but also engaged students in critical thinking. Although grammar and structure was usually the main focus, students often overlooked the sense of logic in their arguments, especially the fallacies or reasoning errors. To address this gap, the researcher used qualitative research to identify the types of logical errors made by EFL students in their argumentative essays at a public university in Semarang and the underlying causes of those fallacies that occurred. A systematic content analysis method based on Mayfield\u27s taxonomy was used to identify types of logical fallacies that categorized into four board categories, manipulation through language, emotion, distraction, and inductive fallacy. Students\u27 argumentative writing was analyzed, and semi-structured interviews were conducted to understand the patterns that implied the causes of logical fallacies. The findings demonstrated that most of the EFL students’ arguments in argumentative writing were influenced by the limitations in their thinking abilities, emotional reasoning, insufficient explicit instruction in critical thinking, and superficial peer feedback. Students also showed a tendency to simplify complex issues, which was evident from the consistent usage of hasty generalizations and false dilemmas in their essays. Based on these findings, it is essential to introduce the knowledge of logical reasoning and assess the credibility and reliability of reasons and evidences that are incorporated in English argumentative writing courses, which would significantly enhance students\u27 critical thinking skills in learning about argumentation. As a result, these findings should be taken into account by educators who aim to equip EFL students with the critical thinking skills that are necessary for constructing a well-structured argument
Death Rituals and Social Critique: A Pragmastylistic Analysis of Ernaux’s La place and Une femme
No full textCet article examine La Place et Une femme d’Annie Ernaux à travers une perspective pragmastylistique afin de comprendre comment la mort s’inscrit dans leurs trames socioculturelles et existentielles. En analysant le choix lexical, la syntaxe et la posture narrative, l’étude procède à des lectures attentives et à un codage systématique des passages consacrés à la mort, à la bureaucratie funéraire et à l’expérience phénoménologique. Les résultats montrent que la langue, d’apparence neutre, met au premier plan les règlements institutionnels et les contraintes de classe qui modulent la perte intime. Parallèlement, la voix narrative—quasi documentaire—fait ressortir la tension entre conventions publiques et deuil privé, révélant un combat intérieur dépourvu de pathos explicite. L’analyse démontre ainsi que la représentation de la mort chez Ernaux est doublement conditionnée : par les structures administratives qui organisent le deuil et par la confrontation directe des narratrices avec la mortalité. En cartographiant ces stratégies stylistiques, l’étude éclaire la manière dont la littérature contemporaine mobilise l’économie langagière pour exprimer dynamiques sociales, mémoire culturelle et réflexion existentielle, soulignant le rôle décisif du langage dans la mise en récit de la perte
La déconstruction du sens dans le roman L’Anomalie d\u27Hervé Le Tellier : l’étude de la déconstruction de Jacques Derrida
No full textLe roman L’Anomalie raconte un phénomène appelé anomalie, où un avion sur la route Paris-New York apparaît mystérieusement deux fois, avec des passagers identiques. Ce phénomène oblige les personnages à faire face à leur double et à questionner leur identité et la réalité qu’ils confrontent. Le but de cette étude est de décrire comment le sens du roman est perçu à travers la déconstruction. Le type de recherche est une étude qualitative, utilisant le roman L’Anomalie d\u27Hervé Le Tellier comme l’objet matériel et objet formel de la déconstruction du sens de Jacques Derrida. Les résultats de cette recherche montrent qu\u27il existe des formes de déconstruction du sens dans le roman, illustrées par le changement des sens précédents : le sens de la création n\u27appartient pas seulement à Dieu, la religion devient une source de conflit, l\u27homme peut se sauver lui-même, la souffrance n\u27est pas une punition de Dieu, et l\u27existence humaine est une illusion. L\u27application de la déconstruction à la lecture du roman change le sens général du roman. L’Anomalie ne peut pas être simplifié à un seul sens, car son interprétation varie selon le point de vue. Ainsi, cette étude conclut que l\u27application de la déconstruction au roman place le sens dans le retard et ouvre également à de nouvelles interprétations et la possibilité “les autres”
La résistance et l\u27espace des femmes dans le roman Kamouraska d\u27Anne Hébert : Une étude du féminisme de Naomi Wolf
No full textKamouraska d\u27Anne Hébert (1970) est une œuvre littéraire québécoise qui aborde le thème des femmes à travers la complexité du genre dans le contexte socio-culturel du Québec au XIXe siècle, où les femmes faisaient face à diverses formes d\u27oppression patriarcale. L\u27objectif de cette recherche est d\u27analyser les formes de résistance des personnages féminins contre le patriarcat et d\u27identifier le rôle de l\u27espace des femmes dans le roman comme partie intégrante des stratégies de résistance pour obtenir le pouvoir et la liberté d\u27un système oppressif. Cette recherche utilise une approche qualitative avec comme objet matériel le roman Kamouraska d\u27Anne Hébert et comme objet formel les formes de résistance et l\u27espace des femmes analysés à travers la théorie du féminisme du pouvoir de Naomi Wolf. Les données ont été recueillies à l\u27aide de techniques de lecture attentive et de prise de notes. Ensuite, les données ont été analysées en utilisant la technique d\u27analyse de contenu. L\u27analyse du roman Kamouraska d\u27Anne Hébert révèle les stratégies de résistance des femmes contre le système patriarcal. Les femmes du roman utilisent leur corps, l\u27espace du mariage et la solidarité entre femmes pour lutter contre la surveillance sociale et les limites d\u27identité imposées. Cette dynamique illustre comment la théorie féministe du pouvoir de Naomi Wolf se manifeste dans une narration où les personnages féminins luttent pour atteindre la liberté
The Effect of Workload on Burnout in Employees of PT Bank XYZ
No full textThe phenomenon of burnout is very commonly experienced by employees in the banking sector. Burnout is a state of individuals who experience physical or mental fatigue caused by excessive activity pressure. The purpose of this study was to determine whether there is an influence between workload on burnout in banking employees. This study uses quantitative research, with a research sample of 75 employees of PT Bank XYZ branch office. Data collection using a Likert scale consisting of the Burnout Assessment Tool (BAT) scale and the Quantitative Workload Inventory (QWI). The results revealed that the burnout experienced by employees was in the high category, namely 34.7%, then the workload received by employees was also in the high category, namely 44%. The regression test results show that there is a positive influence between workload and burnout with a coefficient value of 47.6%. So that the greater the workload received by employees, the greater the possibility of employees experiencing burnout