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Reconstructing language curriculum in the digital era: A qualitative study on the role of technology in transforming learning
No full textIn the midst of rapid digital transformation, language education faces the urgent need to redesign curricula that align with technological advancements while ensuring inclusivity. This study aims to investigate how technology facilitates the reconstruction of language curricula in urban Indonesian contexts. Employing a qualitative multi-site case study design, data were collected from 15 language teachers across eight schools in South Jakarta and South Tangerang between August and October 2024 through semi-structured interviews, classroom observations, and document analysis. Thematic analysis revealed three major findings: (1) technological adaptation varied by region, with South Jakarta schools integrating advanced tools such as AI-powered applications, while South Tangerang relied on basic platforms due to infrastructural constraints; (2) pedagogical shifts toward learner-centered approaches were more evident in well-resourced schools, supported by collaborative digital tools; and (3) inclusivity efforts, including smartphone-based activities and bilingual resources, were hindered by socioeconomic disparities and unstable internet access. The study concludes that while technology holds transformative potential for language education, its impact is constrained by resource inequities, highlighting the need for targeted teacher training and equitable infrastructure investment. These findings contribute to the limited Southeast Asian literature on technology-enhanced curriculum design and offer practical implications for policymakers and educators in developing contexts
Fathers' expectations and autism: A critical discourse analysis of paternal narratives
Get PDFThe unique characteristics of autism spectrum conditions present significant challenges for families. Existing research often focuses on mothers' experiences, leading to the underrepresentation of fathers' perspectives. This study aims to highlight the expectations and experiences of fathers raising children on the autism spectrum. Using critical discourse analysis (CDA), the research explored how power dynamics and societal ideologies shape fathers' lived experiences in raising children on the autism spectrum. The fathers' narratives reveal that inadequate support—such as lack of professionalism, limited access to services, and insufficient community involvement—indicates that society has yet to achieve true inclusivity. Additionally, fathers stress the importance of comprehensive support in managing their parenting responsibilities. The findings emphasize (1) the discourse on integrated support services and (2) addressing paternal support: insights from fathers' experiences. These results underscore the need to strengthen support systems for fathers of children on the autism spectrum
Defining an effective EFL teacher: Insights from Filipino English educators
No full textThe demand for native and native-like English teachers in Asia has shifted preferences toward educators from countries like the Philippines, known for its high level of English fluency and nativized language forms. This study examines the unique challenges and attributes of Filipino English as a Foreign Language (EFL) teachers in Indonesia, focusing on their relatability to students and the high expectations placed on them as expatriates. The study utilized a qualitative case study approach, gathering insights from six Filipino EFL teachers working in Batam, Indonesia, across five schools. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews with 11 questions, complemented by classroom observations and document analysis. The teachers, with varying levels of experience, shared their classroom challenges and strategies for effective teaching. Findings highlight the importance of adaptability, cultural awareness, and pedagogical flexibility in effective EFL teaching. Teachers emphasized the need for instructional strategies tailored to students' diverse learning needs, integrating structured curricula with supplementary materials. Their reflections also underscored the value of self-awareness and continuous professional development in improving teaching efficacy. This study provides insights into the complexities of being an expatriate EFL teacher in Indonesia. The findings suggest that EFL teacher training should prioritize cultural sensitivity, adaptability, and flexible pedagogical approaches. Future research could expand on these findings, exploring the experiences of Filipino teachers in different regions of Indonesia, to further understand the dynamics of expatriate teaching in Asia
Development of Comma 2.0 as an English learning application for early childhood using the Quality Function Deployment (QFD) method
No full textComma 2.0 is an English learning application for early childhood that is specifically created for TK Roudlotul Muttaqin Mojokerto. . The purpose of this research was to process user feedback regarding the comparison of the development of Comma 2.0 with the previous version by using the Quality Function Deployment method in order to provide more optimal development in accordance with the users' expectations. One of the methods proven to be effective in language learning was Total Physical Response (TPR), which emphasized learning English by using three important aspects: commands, speaking, and actions. The research employed an experimental design with 15 children aged 4–6 years as participants. Data were collected through structured observations and user feedback assisted by teachers and parents, and analyzed using the Quality Function Deployment (QFD). The analysis focused on five attributes: material comprehension, application usability, attractiveness of animated characters, clarity of sound and visuals, and ease of imitating animations and sounds. From the results of the research, it could be concluded that the Comma 2.0 application was easy to use, contained easy-to-understand materials, and featured attractive animated characters with clear images and sounds that were easy to imitate by the application users
Persuasive language in multicultural social media marketing: A multimodal analysis of Tesla Asia’s advertisements on X/Twitter posts
No full textSocial media marketing is a vital component of contemporary marketing strategies. Companies have realized that utilizing persuasive language through social media enables them to connect with and engage broader audiences. This research aims to investigate the persuasive language employed by Tesla Asia in multicultural social media marketing. The research was qualitative, employing content analysis of a dataset comprising Tesla Asia’s X (formerly Twitter) posts from April to June 2025. Tweets were categorized by persuasive technique based on Cialdini’s framework and analyzed for cultural targeting using Hofstede’s dimensions. Supplementary visual and compositional analysis was conducted to assess the interplay of image and text. The result presented that Tesla tailored its messaging and visual strategies to align with cultural values in each market, utilizing principles of Liking, Reciprocity, Social Proof, and Authority. By incorporating local references and appeals to the community, their content reflects values of respect and togetherness. An analysis of tweet engagement shows that culturally customized posts receive more likes and retweets, indicating stronger connections with specific audiences. This research provides insight into the cross-cultural adaptation of persuasive strategies on social media, underlining the importance of cultural sensitivity and localized strategies
The analysis of language attitude of gen-Z students towards EFL in urban and suburban areas
No full textAnalyzing EFL students’ language attitudes is essential, given the uniform national curriculum across Indonesia. The urban-suburban EFL proficiency gap shows greater challenges for suburban teachers. This study explores Gen-Z students' attitudes toward EFL in South and West Sulawesi. A mixed-method (Qual-Quan) design was used, combining classroom observations and interviews to gather concrete data on students’ reactions to English use in the teaching-learning process, conducted over three separate days. The researchers distributed a 14-item language attitude questionnaire covering beliefs, feelings, and tendencies. The research finds that urban Gen-Z students showed generally positive attitudes—enthusiastic, adaptable, and willing to use English even when optional, while still retaining regional accents with pride. In short, They were found to adapt linguistically to their interlocutors, indicating openness and pride in using English despite retaining traces of their regional accent. In contrast, suburban students showed mostly negative attitudes toward English, often mocking peers’ mistakes and feeling shy to speak. Yet, in individual tasks, they were more serious, revealing resistance shaped by peer pressure and strong local language loyalty. The findings underscore the significant role of social context, peer influence, and ethnolinguistic identity in shaping language attitudes among Generation Z in multilingual regions. Nonetheless, the researchers would highly recommend for future scholars to develop specific EFL curriculum for suburban students for better outcomes on English mastery
Single women navigating disenfranchised grief in Elizabeth Gaskell's Cranford
No full textWritten during the Victorian Era, Elizabeth Gaskell’s Cranford (1853) explores social issues related to gender. This study focuses on how the main characters of the novel, the Jenkyns sisters, navigate their loss resulting from being women and single. This qualitative research analyzes the narrative elements of the novel, especially its characters, conflicts and setting, and employs feminist literary criticism to scrutinize the gender relations and inequalities in the novel. Borrowing Kenneth J. Doka’s theory of disenfranchised grief, this study asserts how the community of spinsters and widows in the novel challenges the imposition of women’s identity as wives and mothers. However, while succeeding in managing lives outside of marriage and motherhood, the Jenkyn sisters struggle with grief that cannot be openly acknowledged nor socially validated. Such grief and efforts to conceal lead to psychosomatic symptoms. Remain unmarried, these middle-class women cannot escape social expectations of women in nineteenth-century England that the novel resolves their grief partly by making them a surrogate mother and wife
Strengthening the work ethic of business actors in the Girilayu Batik industry
No full textThe batik industry, as part of Indonesia’s creative economy and cultural heritage, faces challenges in maintaining competitiveness while preserving traditional values. This study aims to examine the work ethic patterns of batik entrepreneurs in Girilayu Village, Matesih District, Karanganyar Regency, and to identify the supporting and inhibiting factors in strengthening them. A qualitative approach was employed through in-depth interviews, observations, and Focus Group Discussions with members of the Batik Giriarum association. The findings show that the work ethic of Girilayu batik makers is marked by flexible time management, independence, and economic motivation based on direct needs. The diffusion of productive values occurs through social agents such as group leaders and senior artisans. Supporting factors include collective culture, personal responsibility, and community support, while the absence of structured time management, incentive systems, and training serves as an inhibiting factor. Using Rogers’ innovation diffusion theory, the study concludes that strengthening the community-based work ethic is crucial for sustaining local creative industries
The steadfast and the wavered in Monica Ali’s Brick Lane and Aboulela’s the Translator
No full textPeople from the colonized countries in the past moved to the United Kingdom to seek better lives. The researched novels depict this with the main characters of two different Muslim women. They must maintain their Islamic values while also adapting to English lifestyles and social relationships. The objective of the research is to identify patterns relating to how the concept of istiqamah (holding fast to Islamic principles) was practiced by Muslim woman characters in two novels, namely Brick Lane and The Translator, as well as the challenges faced by these characters in the novels. The research, being qualitative research, took the data from the two literary works in the form of primary data. The secondary data was taken from reviews of novels and other books. . Analysis of data was conducted by taking the excerpts from the novel being relevant to the theoretical concepts. The theory used is comparative literature, that is the application of religious concept(s) to literary works. The results showed that two different patterns in holding to istiqamah can be observed; one character is still steadfast in the principle, while the other changes. Future researchers are encouraged to conduct research by adding more novels having the same themes.
Investigating teachers’ pedagogical competence: A case study of professional digital competence application in Indonesia
No full textIn the current Indonesian educational landscape, technological aids hold important roles in promoting effective teaching and learning. This research addresses the critical need to understand teachers' proficiency levels in Professional Digital Competence (PDC) to navigate this digital shift. Teachers' capacity to implement innovative and relevant teaching strategies is essential in a time when information and communication technology (ICT) is becoming an increasingly essential component of education. The purpose of this study is to find out which competency level teachers are in PDC. It also aims to understand the implications of teachers’ PDC level for learning. Framed under a case study research design, this study administered questionnaires and interviews to five high school English teachers. The data collected were analyzed using thematic analysis. The findings showed that the level of teachers’ PDC varies among the participants, which leads the teachers to improve their effectiveness and efficiency in teaching by personalizing the learning processes and promoting more student-centered learning