Lingua Franca

Ambiguitas Makna dalam Bab IV Perkawinan Kitab Undang-Undang Hukum Perdata Indonesia

2025-04-06T00:15:27+00:00

This research examines linguistic ambiguity in Chapter IV on Marriage in the Indonesian Civil Code (KUHPerdata), highlighting how unclear legal language leads to multiple interpretations. The study aims to identify the forms and meanings of ambiguity present in the chapter. Using a qualitative descriptive method, data were collected through a listening technique and analyzed using the intralingual equivalence method. Findings reveal that ambiguity still occurs in various articles, resulting from grammatical and lexical issues. A total of 46 ambiguous articles were identified, consisting of 34 cases of grammatical ambiguity and 12 of lexical ambiguity. However, this research focuses on 20 representative data points—10 lexical and 10 grammatical. Lexical ambiguities stem from imprecise diction, while grammatical ambiguities arise from sentence structures that do not align with proper Indonesian grammar. These ambiguities indicate a need for language refinement in the legal text to avoid misinterpretation and ensure legal certainty.

The Practices of Symbolic Violence on Fashion and Cosmetic Brands

2025-04-28T14:02:23+00:00

This study aims to examine the practice of symbolic violence implied in the symbols of fashion and cosmetic brands among college students. This study uses a qualitative descriptive approach to reveal the experiences and views of the subjects in depth. Data were obtained from five students at various universities in Yogyakarta, Indonesia, who were selected as research subjects. Primary data sources were in the form of interviews, observations, and documentation of participants, while secondary data sources were obtained from relevant literature reviews. Data analysis techniques were carried out thematically by reducing data, presenting data, and drawing conclusions. The results of the study indicate that symbolic violence occurs when students from lower-middle socioeconomic groups feel compelled to follow the exclusive brand taste standards set by upper socioeconomic groups. This causes the desire to own certain products even though they are economically unaffordable. Symbolic violence also appears through negative labeling of individuals who do not follow dominant fashion standards, such as the use of the term "jamet". It is evident that symbolic violence in fashion and cosmetic brands occurs subtly through symbolic representation mechanisms that are reproduced in everyday life, creating social inequality and psychological pressure on students.

Penggunaan Majas Perbandingan dalam Novel Luka Cita Karya Valerie Patkar

2025-05-04T13:28:03+00:00

This study examines the utilization of comparative figurative language in Luka Cita, a novel by Valerie Patkar, through a stylistic analytical framework. The research centers on three dominant types of figurative expression—metaphor, personification, and simile—investigated for their contribution to semantic enrichment, emotional resonance, and literary aesthetics. Employing a qualitative descriptive method, the data were acquired through meticulous textual analysis and classification, grounded in Masruchin’s (2017) taxonomy of comparative tropes. The analysis identifies 24 occurrences of metaphor, 14 of personification, and 12 of simile throughout the novel. These stylistic elements perform significant narrative functions: metaphors provide a concrete representation of abstract feelings; personification attributes human characteristics to inanimate objects, thereby intensifying the psychological depiction of characters; and similes create direct analogies that amplify narrative imagery. Such figurative constructions are not employed solely for decorative purposes but as integral tools for constructing meaning and enhancing the reader’s interpretative engagement. This investigation contributes to literary stylistics, particularly in modern Indonesian prose. It demonstrates how Valerie Patkar strategically employs language to articulate intricate emotional states, internal conflicts, and thematic depth. Furthermore, the effective deployment of comparative figures of speech strengthens the emotional rapport between the narrative and its audience. Hence, the findings affirm that figurative language is pivotal in deepening literary interpretation and unveiling stylistic intent.

YouTube as a Learning Tool: Shaping English Proficiency and Daily Phrases in a Young Dayakese

2025-05-04T13:33:57+00:00

This study explores a young Dayakese individual's acquisition of English spoken expressions through YouTube as a learning medium. Employing a qualitative case study design, data were collected from naturalistic observation, semi-structured interviews with the subject’s mother and aunt, and documentation of daily English utterances from video recordings spanning the subject’s development from infancy to age seven. The population consists of children in a multilingual Dayakese-speaking environment, with a purposive sample focusing on one child with frequent exposure to English content on YouTube. Data were analyzed through transcription, categorization, and thematic analysis to examine pronunciation, vocabulary acquisition, fluency, and grammatical development. The findings highlight YouTube's potential as an accessible and effective language learning tool in communities where English is not the dominant language, offering valuable insights for educators, parents, and language learners.

Teachers' Reflections and Students' Perceptions of Blended Learning in Increasing English Learning Independence at Islamic High School

2025-05-14T09:49:20+00:00

This study aims to explore the reflections of an English teacher and the perceptions of eleventh-grade students regarding the implementation of blended learning, with a specific focus on its impact on learner autonomy. It seeks to understand how this approach fosters independent learning and to identify the challenges encountered during its application in a secondary school context. A descriptive qualitative method was employed, involving the researcher as the English teacher and thirty purposively selected students from MAN 2 Ponorogo. Data were collected through the teacher’s written reflections, open-ended student questionnaires, and informal interviews to gain deeper insights into participants’ experiences. The data were analyzed using thematic analysis, involving systematic coding, categorizing, and interpreting emerging themes. Findings indicate that blended learning positively contributes to the development of learner autonomy. Students demonstrated enhanced time management, increased initiative in accessing learning resources, and a greater sense of responsibility for their learning progress. Nevertheless, several challenges were identified, particularly related to technological readiness, internet reliability, and time constraints faced by both students and the teacher. The study concludes that the successful implementation of blended learning requires carefully designed instructional strategies, sufficient technological infrastructure, and consistent institutional support to maximize its potential in promoting autonomous learning in the English classroom.

An Exploration of Adolescent Psychological Issues in the Netflix Series Adolescence (2025)

2025-05-31T15:45:53+00:00

This research aims to examine the portrayal of adolescent identity crisis through the character Jamie in the Netflix series Adolescence (2025) and to analyze the psychosocial factors influencing his identity formation. This research uses a qualitative descriptive methodology to analyze narrative elements across four episodes, focusing on identity conflict, peer relations, family dynamics, and digital media influence. Grounded in Erik Erikson’s identity development theory, the research highlights that adolescent identity formation is contingent upon prior developmental stages. Jamie’s experience of profound feelings triggers maladaptive behaviors, including violent acts. Both Jamie and his close friends are marginalized due to perceived physical unattractiveness and social unpopularity, resulting in sustained peer victimization. Psychosocial influences identified include parental relationships marked by inadequate communication, peer rejection and bullying, and emerging sexual awareness during puberty. Despite a nonviolent and harmonious family environment, ineffective parental engagement contributes to Jamie’s emotional withdrawal. Furthermore, the research underscores the significant impact of social media as a double-edged factor, facilitating social connectivity and information acquisition while simultaneously exacerbating feelings of alienation, anxiety, and exposure to cyberbullying. Without adequate adult guidance, adolescents may internalize harmful ideologies, such as misogyny and distorted masculinity constructs, adversely affecting their mental health. The findings advocate for enhanced family communication, supportive peer environments, and structured digital literacy education to foster healthy adolescent psychosocial development.

Pengembangan Buku Digital Interaktif Marbelis untuk Meningkatkan Keterampilan Menulis Kalimat SPOK bagi Peserta Didik Disabilitas Rungu

2025-06-27T00:53:05+00:00

This study addresses the challenges faced by students with hearing disabilities in writing sentences using the SPOK (Subject-Predicate-Object-Adverb) structure at SLBN Banjarsari Wetan, Madiun. Observations revealed that the primary obstacle is using conventional learning media not integrated with digital components. Therefore, this research aims to develop an interactive digital book called Marbelis to enhance SPOK sentence writing skills. Marbelis combines the features of interactive and digital books, offering structured materials on SPOK elements, visual flip-up pages, and word wall games accessible via QR codes. The research employs the ADDIE development model and follows an explanatory sequential design with a one-group pretest and post-test approach. The participants consisted of eight seventh-grade students with hearing disabilities. The product's feasibility was evaluated through expert validation, resulting in an average score of 90%, categorized as valid. Practicality assessment yielded an average score of 92%, indicating the media is highly practical. The effectiveness was tested using the Wilcoxon signed-rank test, with a significance value of 0.012 (p < 0.05), confirming a statistically significant improvement in students’ learning outcomes. The findings suggest that the Marbelis interactive digital book effectively improves SPOK sentence writing skills among students with hearing disabilities.