32 research outputs found
Dehumanization of the prison camp in the stalin era as portrayed through the character of Ivan Denisovich in Solzhenitsyn`s One day in the life of Ivan Denisovich
Full text linkA corpus study of the negative adverbs Barely, Hardly, Rarely, Scarcely, and Seldom in modern English
Full text linkExploring how translanguaging and multimodal learning improve EFL students
Full text linkMany studies have shown that translanguaging promotes inclusive and dynamic learning environments. However, little is known about multimodal techniques to improve student engagement and satisfaction. The present study aims to examine the impact of these combined strategies on student understanding, motivation, and identity construction in language acquisition. The study involved twenty students in the second semester of the English Language Education Department at a university in Bekasi, West Java, Indonesia. The data were garnered through a quantitative method using a questionnaire and a qualitative method using in-depth interviews. Out of the total number of participants, five students were selected for in-depth interviews to explore rich data on students\u27 emotional, motivational, cognitive, and expressive responses to translanguaging. The data obtained from the questionnaire were analyzed statistically while the data obtained from the interviews were analyzed using thematic analysis. The results suggest that adding translanguaging and multimodal strategies to the learning environment promotes a more engaging and inclusive atmosphere, thereby enhancing student satisfaction and language proficiency. Conversely, complications were identified for students with diminished proficiency requiring further assistance. The research emphasizes the potential of translanguaging to enhance linguistic competence, student confidence, and motivation, indicating that it is a valuable pedagogical tool in EFL classrooms
Navigating language barriers: Translingual discrimination and resilience among Indonesian migrant workers in Kuwait
Full text linkThis study examines the experiences of Indonesian migrant workers (IMWs) in Kuwait, focusing on the discrimination they face due to their multilingual abilities and the strategies they use to overcome this discrimination. Linguistic discrimination continues to significantly influence migrant workers, yet there is a lack of research on their experiences in Middle Eastern contexts. To address the gap, this study aims to explore the perceptions and reactions of individuals from immigrant and minority backgrounds toward linguistic prejudice. Data were gathered from three IMWs (two females and one male, aged 25–40) through semi-structured interviews, using a qualitative research method. The thematic analysis by Braun and Clarke (2019) along with Dryden and Dovchin’s (2021) translingual discrimination model and Dovchin’s (2019) strategies for combating language-based prejudice were employed to analyze the data. The results uncovered three primary manifestations of discrimination: accent-based prejudice, excessive correction, and stereotyping of those who speak 'broken English.' Additionally, those with immigrant-sounding names encountered name-based bias in public spaces such as hospitals. Initially, IMWs utilized nonviolent tactics such as altering their accents and ignoring offensive remarks. Gradually, they embraced more proactive strategies, such as expressing opposition to discriminatory behaviors and reintegrating their original language characteristics. These findings highlight the ability of IMWs to demonstrate resilience in the face of discrimination and emphasize the importance of implementing inclusive language policies to promote fairness in global work environments. This study enhances the understanding of linguistic barriers and prejudice while offering valuable insights into fostering inclusive work settings for migrant workers
Faktor penentu keputusan pembelian pada destinasi wisata belanja oleh-oleh di bandar lampung
Full text linkMakanan dalam kegiatan wisata pada awalnya hanya dianggap sebagai salah satu pelengkap saja. Gambaran dari budaya dan identitas suatu daerah juga dapat dilihat dari makanan khas yang terdapat pada suatu daerah tersebut, seiring dengan berjalannya waktu kini wisata kuliner menjadi bagian dari kegiatan wisata yang tidak dapat dipisahkan. Permasalahan yang terjadi dalam penelitian ini yaitu apakah brand image dan product quality mempunyai pengaruh terhadap keputusan pembelian pada destinasi wisata belanja oleh-oleh di Bandar Lampung. Penelitian ini ditujukan untuk menguji pengaruh brand image dan product quality terhadap keputusan pembelian pada destinasi wisata belanja oleh-oleh di Bandar Lampung. Penelitian ini dilakukan terhadap Toko Manisan Yen Yen, Toko Aneka sari Rasa dan Toko Askha Jaya di Bandar Lampung. Hasil yang didapat dari penelitian ini yaitu kontribusi variabel brand image dan product quality berperan dalam mempengaruhi Keputusan Pembelian pada destinasi wisata belanja oleh-oleh di Bandar Lampung
From Critique to Insight: Student Voices on English Writing Feedback
Full text linkThis study delves into the pivotal role of feedback in English writing instruction, a crucial element for enhancing language proficiency and writing skills among English language learners. The primary aim of the research is to examine students' perceptions of teacher feedback and to identify the types of feedback they receive, which are essential for improving teaching strategies and student outcomes. Utilizing a qualitative methodology, the research analyzed responses from 22 students, collected through a questionnaire adapted from the frameworks of Lee (2011) and Ellis & Sheen (2011) to reflect the local educational setting. The results reveal a mixed reception to teacher feedback: while it is valued for improving writing skills, it also sometimes causes confusion and anxiety due to unclear instructions or the use of complex metalinguistic symbols. The types of feedback reported include direct, indirect, and metalinguistic feedback. Direct feedback proved effective in enhancing clarity and understanding, whereas indirect and metalinguistic feedback was occasionally linked to negative emotions such as anxiety and embarrassment. Despite these challenges, the study concludes that properly structured feedback can significantly foster cognitive development, prompting students to refine their thought processes, explore ideas independently, and become adept at self-correction. This underscores the need for educators to consider both the content and delivery of feedback to maximize its effectiveness and minimize potential stressors for learners
A CORPUS BASED ANALYSIS OF BE GOING TO AND BE ABOUT TO BY USING BRIGHAM YOUNG UNIVERSITY- BRITISH NATIONAL CORPUS (BYU-BNC)
Full text linkThe purpose of this study is to determine the difference between be going to and be about to using data from BYU-BNC corpus. In future tense, there are several kinds of modals. Among them are will, be going to and be about to. In general, most people use will and be gpoing to. However, they do not yet know that there is one kind of modal in the future tense that is be about to. In fact, the use of be going to and be about to is different. In this research, I use online dictionaries and corpus data. In this study, I used qualitative description and corpus data. An online dictionary is selected because the results in can be the recent results. Meanwhile, the selection of corpus as data collection because the corpus can provide an example of the data we seek in accordance with everyday life. From the first 100 lines in the corpus in each phrase will be selected with the same verb. Then, the data is translated to get the meaning of each sentence and determine the function of both phrases. The results of this study indicate that the use of be going to and be about to can be used to express about what will happen in the future. However, there are some functional differences between the two phrases. Be going to can be used to declare someone’s intention to do something. It can also be used to declare or expect what will happen in the future. Meanwhile, be about to is used to express about what is closed to happen. In the form of a negative sentence, not to be about to can be used to declare that we have no intention or unwillingness to do anything
STUDENTS’ PERCEPTIONS IN USING NARROW READING AND NARROW LISTENING IN SPEAKING CLASS AT THIRD SEMESTER OF ENGLISH DEPARTMENT UNIVERSITAS BANDAR LAMPUNG
Full text linkThis research describes the student’s perceptions in using narrow reading and narrow listening in speaking class at third semester of English Department Universitas Bandar Lampung. It is to find out the student’s perception about narrow reading and narrow listening whether those methods are effective or not to be used in speaking class, and whether those methods could help them in improving their speaking ability or not. The population of this research were the third semester students of English Department Universitas Bandar Lampung. The sample of this research was taken by using purposive sampling method. The instruments used for collecting the data were observation, questionnaire, and interview. The data analysis of this research was qualitative. The result of this research show that the students were very interested in learning and they gave a positive attitude and good response when those methods were implemented in their classes. From the questionnaire and the interview result, it shows that mostly they said that those methods can help them to speak as well as to understand what they should say when they should tell their topic in front of the class. Based on the research, it was found that the use of narrow reading and narrow listening in speaking class was effective and it was very useful and help the students in improving their speaking skill as well as help the students in achieving their goal in learning speaking skill. Therefore, it was suggested to use narrow reading and narrow as a media in teaching English generally and teaching speaking skill particularly
THE IMPLEMENTATION OF CLASSROOM-BASED ASSESSMENT IN AN INTERNATIONAL STANDARD JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL IN YOGYAKARTA
No full textThis study attempts to answer the research question on the implementation of classroom-based assessment in an International standard Junior High school in Yogyakarta. Thus, this study is written to get complete understanding on the assessment process which is applied in International standard Junior High School. In order to interpret the data in this study, Creswell (2003) and Nunan (2009) suggest that the writer should conduct several steps. First, prepare the data; questionnaire and interviews transcription and arrange it based on its source. Second, draw the general idea from each data. Third analyze each data in detail trough coding process. Fourth, generate a description based on the coding result. Fifth, develop the description into a qualitative narrative report. Last, interpret in the report to answer the research question. In conclusion, the International Standard Junior High School in Jogjakarta has not applied the classroom-based assessment. This fact is mainly because of the condition in the real situation hasn’t permitted the implementation of classroom-based assessment. Teacher is International Standard of Junior High school is busy with the preparation for National Examination. Thus, they only focus to make the students familiar with the test format so that they can pass the National examination
CONTRASTIVE ANALYSIS OF INTRANSITIVE VERBS USE IN SUNDANESE AND ENGLISH
Full text linkThe purpose of this research is to know how intransitive verbs in Sundanese and English have their own characteristics. The technique used in this research is contrastive. In other words, this research technique focuses on the differences and equations that exist in both languages. This method has also been used by several researchers and considered as research methods that are relevant enough to find differences and similarities to the object to be studied.In this study, I used the qualitative description method. This method is used to experience real-world experience, and also to know people's point of view in a certain phenomenon. It is also used to get the correct, systematic and well-structured explanation. This research is conducted referring to Sundanese language as one of indigenous language in Indonesia. Then, my Sundanese language contrasts by referring to English as a foreign language by looking at some of the famous dictionaries. To collect the data, I made observations and analyzes on each verb. This data is analyzed by looking at some of the dictionaries that I use as the main reference.The results of this study indicate that when I first did this there were many difficulties in collecting data. Then, from the results of my research over the course of a few weeks, I have collected 8 commonly used verbs and taken into the research section.From what I have done, it has been seen that this study shows the differences in sentence structure of both languages. However, there are similarities found that in the context of the meanings of each verb does not have any change in the two languages
