Scope : Journal of English Language Teaching
type: channel
description: Subjects Area : Education, Linguistics, Literature, Translation
publisher: Universitas Indraprasta PGRI
language: en
publication name: Scope : Journal of English Language Teaching
issn: 2541-0326
items: Representation of the Gapura Panca Waluya in the Textbook of the Gapura Basa Phase D Grade VII
items: The Use of Digital Storytelling in the Learning of English Vocabulary
items: The Effectiveness of Task-Based Language Teaching on Improving Writing Skills of EFL students
items: Theology Students' Perceptions of The Impact of Metacognitive Strategy Teaching Materials on Their Critical Thinking Skills
items: Pre-Service Teachers Strategies on Integrating ICT in EFL Classroom
items: Teachers’ Challenges in Designing and Implementing the Modul Ajar at SMP Negeri 8 Pagar Alam
items: The Use of Wizer.me on Students’ Writing Achievement of Eighth Grades of SMP Negeri 1 Pajar Bulan
items: The Influence of Problem-Based Learning on Student's Writing Skills
items: Assessing the Effectiveness of Online Quizizz in Enhancing University Students’ Vocabulary Mastery
items: Love and Desire in the Little Mermaid Movie through Psychoanalysis Perspective
items: Impact of Little Baby Bum with Parental Controls on Middle Childhood Learners
items: Subalternity in Kumala Ratih’s Gadis Kretek: Postcolonial Study
items: Unveiling Sarcasm: Poppy in Kingsman: The Golden Circle
items: Performance Analysis of Vocational High School Teachers in Tangerang Regency
items: Reading Comprehension Challenge on English Language Faced by Students: A Systematic Review
items: Improving Elementary School Students Understanding of Concepts Through Student Worksheets Based on Realistic Mathematics Education
items: The Empowerment of Religious Character of Feeling Blessed using the Song of Bismillah
items: Implementation of English Learning Model with Contextual Teaching and Learning (CTL) Approach to Improve Students’ Comprehension
items: Error Analysis on Simple Past Tense in Short Story Making: A Case Study in Writing Intermediate Class
items: Identification Conversational Implicature of Integrated Islamic School Ad Durrah Learners
items: Maxims Flouted by The Main Character in Plankton: The Movie
items: The Usage of Acronym Slang Found in @whitepeoplehumor Instagram Account Comment Section

Representation of the Gapura Panca Waluya in the Textbook of the Gapura Basa Phase D Grade VII
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description: This study aims to analyze the representation of the 5 values of the Gapura Panca Waluya in the Phase D Phase VII Gapura Basa. Textbooks have a strategic role as a learning medium as well as a means of internalizing character values that are in line with the goals of the Independent Curriculum. This study uses a descriptive qualitative approach with a content analysis method, focusing on the five dimensions of Gapura Panca Waluya (1) Cageur (2) Bageur (3) Bener (4) Pinter (5) Singer. This research is mainly sourced from the Gapura Basa Phase D Class VII textbook. Data were analyzed by categorization techniques and interpretation of meaning in texts, images, and learning activities. Based on the analysis in the book, the representation of the values ​​singer, bageur, and pinter has a very high intensity of appearance, while the values ​​cageur and bener have a lower intensity of appearance.This finding recommends the need to strengthen the integration of the values of Gapura Panca Waluya in the learning process in order to produce students who are qualified and have superior personalities. The representation reflects efforts to strengthen character and preserve local culture in accordance with the spirit of the Independent Curriculum. Thus, the Gapura Basa Phase D book not only functions as a learning medium for Sundanese language subjects, but also as a means of internalizing Sundanese cultural values based on the concept of Gapura Panca Waluya
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Character Strengthening
  topic: keywords
subject: Independent Curriculum
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subject: Gapura Panca Waluya
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subject: Textbooks
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creator: Dini Yulia Silvia Santi
creator: Usep Kuswari
creator: Ade Sutisna
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Dini Yulia Silvia Santi, Usep Kuswari (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2026-03-31
publication date: 2026-03-31
starting page: 212
ending page: 219
doi: 10.30998/wbrb0a37

The Use of Digital Storytelling in the Learning of English Vocabulary
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description: This study investigated the effectiveness of digital storytelling (DST) in improving junior high school students' vocabulary mastery in an English as a Foreign Language (EFL) classroom. Facing challenges in vocabulary acquisition due to limited exposure and unengaging materials, this research addressed a gap in the application of DST for vocabulary mastery in Indonesian junior high schools. A mixed Methode explanatory sequential design was employed, utilizing a pretest-posttest control group approach. The study involved 54 eighth-grade students from Madrasah Ulumul Qur’an (MUQ) Pidie, divided into an experimental group (receiving DST-based instruction) and a control group (receiving conventional instruction), selected through intact group sampling. Data were collected using a validated and reliable multiple-choice vocabulary test and also interview. The findings indicated that both digital storytelling and conventional teaching methods were effective in improving students' vocabulary mastery, as evidenced by significant differences between pre-test and post-test scores within both groups. The control group showed a slightly higher average N-Gain score (0.55) compared to the experimental group (0.49), suggesting a marginally greater effectiveness of the conventional method in this specific context. However, the study concluded that there was no statistically significant difference in vocabulary improvement between students taught using digital storytelling and those taught using conventional methods. This non-significant statistical outcome might be attributed to the limited study duration (three weeks with five meetings) and the students' adaptation period to the digital media.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: EFL classroom junior high school students
  topic: keywords
subject: digital storytelling
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subject: vocabulary mastery
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creator: Novita Diana
creator: Liza Febriyani
creator: Fauziah
creator: Zaiturrahmi
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Novita Diana, Liza Febriyani, Fauziah, Zaiturrahmi (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-09-30
publication date: 2025-09-30
starting page: 205
ending page: 211
doi: 10.30998/taacwp87

The Effectiveness of Task-Based Language Teaching on Improving Writing Skills of EFL students
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description: This study examines the effectiveness of task-based language instruction (TBLT) in improving the writing skills of 7th-grade English as a Foreign Language students. Using a one-sample t-test, researchers analyzed the students' writing performance. Students' writing performance was analyzed before and after the implementation of TBLT, ensuring that the data met the assumptions of normality and homogeneity. A pre-test assessed students' ability to write a "school holiday" recitation text in 30 minutes. After learning the TBLT, a post-test under identical conditions allowed for a direct comparison. The results showed significant improvement, with mean scores increasing by 44.25 (pre-test) to 74.75 (post-test), demonstrating the effectiveness of TBLT. The approach provides an authentic learning context, encouraging meaningful language use. However, successful implementation requires enhanced pedagogical skills, particularly in pedagogical and technological knowledge (TPACK). Despite its contributions, this study acknowledges limitations such as non-representative samples and lack of longitudinal analysis, which affects generalizability. However, it reinforces the role of TBLT in teaching English as a foreign language and highlights the need for more innovative contextual teaching strategies.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Task-Based Language Teaching (TBLT)
  topic: keywords
subject: Writing Skills
  topic: keywords
subject: EFL Students
  topic: keywords
creator: Intan Indrayanti
creator: Ilham
creator: Humaira
creator: Irwandi
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Intan Indrayanti, Ilham, Humaira, Irwandi https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-09-30
publication date: 2025-09-30
starting page: 7
ending page: 13
doi: 10.30998/hcvt0043

Theology Students' Perceptions of The Impact of Metacognitive Strategy Teaching Materials on Their Critical Thinking Skills
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description: Metacognitive strategies have been widely recognized to enhance active and reflective learning for students. However, there are still issues of debate regarding the practicality and effectiveness of these strategies across different disciplines. Some argue that these strategies may not be universally applicable, especially in the field of theology, where interpretive thinking dominates over structured problem solving. This study aims to determine theology students' perceptions of teaching materials for English Theology courses that integrate metacognitive strategies and explore their impact on the critical thinking skills of seminary theology students. Metacognitive strategies, which involve planning to self-evaluation in the learning process, are thought to improve students' critical thinking skills by helping them to be more aware and in control of their learning process. This study used mixed methods, which integrates qualitative and quantitative research approaches to collect data. The quantitative approach was conducted by distributing questionnaires to thirty-six students to find out their perceptions regarding the impact of metacognitive strategy teaching materials on critical thinking skills in the learning process. Then, a qualitative approach in the form of in-depth interviews was conducted with six representative students to find out their learning experiences and perceptions after being exposed to metacognitive strategies. With teaching materials that implement metacognitive strategies, teachers can improve students' critical thinking skills, prepare them to engage more deeply with current theological issues, and improve their overall academic and ministry.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Theology Students’
  topic: keywords
subject: Metacognitive Strategy
  topic: keywords
subject: Teaching Materials
  topic: keywords
subject: Critical Thinking Skills
  topic: keywords
subject: Teaching Strategies
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creator: Sheline Feranda Lumintang
creator: Concilianus Laos Mbato
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Sheline Feranda Lumintang, Concilianus Laos Mbato https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-09-30
publication date: 2025-09-30
starting page: 54
ending page: 68
doi: 10.30998/2be0gg54

Pre-Service Teachers Strategies on Integrating ICT in EFL Classroom
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description: Nowadays, Information and Communication Technology (ICT) has been emphasized in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) classroom. Despite the increasing emphasis on technology integration in language teaching, there remains a significant gap in understanding how pre-service teachers navigate this complex landscape. Using a qualitative research method, data for this study were collected through in-depth interviews with six pre-service English teachers enrolled in the Teacher Professional Education (Pendidikan Profesi Guru/PPG) Program in Indonesia. The findings revealed four major themes: teaching strategies (selection, development, and problem-solving), integration challenges (planning, technical, and student-related), affective challenges (confidence levels and personal challenges), and strategic solutions. The results indicate that while pre-service teachers face significant infrastructure and technical challenges; they demonstrated sophisticated approaches to technology integration, characterized by careful alignment with pedagogical objectives and adaptive problem-solving strategies. The study highlights the crucial role of teacher preparation programs in developing both technical competence and pedagogical confidence. These findings provide valuable insights for improving teacher education programs and professional development initiatives in technology integration for EFL contexts.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: ICT Integration
  topic: keywords
subject: Pre-service Teachers
  topic: keywords
subject: Teaching Strategies
  topic: keywords
creator: Mutiara Khofifah
creator: Bambang Yudi Cahyono
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Mutiara Khofifah, Bambang Yudi Cahyono https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-09-30
publication date: 2025-09-30
starting page: 45
ending page: 53
doi: 10.30998/2471dc37

Teachers’ Challenges in Designing and Implementing the Modul Ajar at SMP Negeri 8 Pagar Alam
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description: This study aimed to describe the features of the Modul Ajar designed by English teachers, examine how the modules were implemented in the English learning process, and identify the challenges faced by teachers in designing and implementing the modules in accordance with the Merdeka Curriculum at SMP Negeri 8 Pagar Alam. This research employed a qualitative descriptive method. The data were collected through document analysis, observation, and interviews with English teachers. The results of the study showed that in general, the Teaching Module prepared by teachers is very appropriate and in accordance with the structure and components of the Independent Curriculum, with an average design suitability of 87.03%. Meanwhile, the implementation of the Teaching Module in learning is also categorized as very appropriate, with an average achievement of implementation indicators of 93.3%. These modules generally cover important components such as learning objectives, learning activities, assessments, and reflections. Challenges for teachers in the design and implementation process, such as adapting materials to the diverse needs and interests of students, time constraints, and infrastructure limitations. Teachers also have difficulty in implementing differentiated learning and designing assessments that are fair but do not burden students
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Teaching Module
  topic: keywords
subject: English Teachers
  topic: keywords
subject: Merdeka Curriculum
  topic: keywords
subject: Implementation
  topic: keywords
subject: Challenges
  topic: keywords
creator: Margiana
creator: Wisma Yunita
creator: Syafryadin
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Margiana, Wisma Yunita, Syafryadin (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-09-30
publication date: 2025-09-30
starting page: 24
ending page: 37
doi: 10.30998/vawajm27

The Use of Wizer.me on Students’ Writing Achievement of Eighth Grades of SMP Negeri 1 Pajar Bulan
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description: This study aims to investigate the effectiveness of Wizer.me as an interactive digital platform in improving students’ writing achievement in descriptive texts. The research was conducted at SMP Negeri 1 Pajar Bulan using a quasi-experimental design with two groups: the experimental group, which received instruction through Wizer.me, and the control group, which was taught using conventional methods. Data were collected through pre-tests and post-tests and analyzed using paired and independent sample t-tests. The findings revealed that students in the experimental group showed significant improvement in their writing performance compared to the control group. Among the five assessed aspects—content, organization, grammar, vocabulary, and mechanics—content and organization improved the most. Wizer.me created an engaging and supportive learning environment that helped students develop and organize their ideas more effectively. In conclusion, the use of Wizer.me significantly enhanced students’ writing achievement and can be considered a useful tool for teaching descriptive writing at junior high school level.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: wizer.me
  topic: keywords
subject: Writing
  topic: keywords
subject: Achievement
  topic: keywords
subject: Descriptive Text
  topic: keywords
creator: Wahyu Oktarius Putra
creator: Sri Wahyuni
creator: Ise Fitrilia
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Wahyu Oktarius Putra, Sri Wahyuni, Ise Fitrilia https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-09-30
publication date: 2025-09-30
starting page: 1
ending page: 6
doi: 10.30998/wk7k7f96

The Influence of Problem-Based Learning on Student's Writing Skills
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description: This study examined the effectiveness of problem-based learning to improve students' writing skills. The study involved 20 seventh-grade students and used a pretest-posttest design. The findings confirm that problem-based learning improves overall writing skills but also helps develop critical thinking skills and systematic organization of ideas. The results showed a significant improvement in students' writing skills, with the mean score increasing from 56.15 on the pretest to 77.55 on the posttest, reflecting an increase of 21.4 points. The homogeneity test showed a significant value between the pretest and posttest groups of 0.179 (p>0.05). The paired t-test resulted in a t-value of -11.059 and was significant (p < 0.05). Although effective, this study has limitations in sample size and non-normal distribution of posttest scores. Recommendations for future research include the development of scaffolding models to support students with low adaptation, exploring the use of technology, and analyzing different types of texts. This study contributes to innovative writing teaching strategies in English education.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Problem Based Learning
  topic: keywords
subject: Writing Skills
  topic: keywords
subject: Critical Thinking
  topic: keywords
creator: Miftahul Jannah
creator: Ilham
creator: Moh. Fauzi Bafadal
creator: Rima Rahmaniah
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Miftahul jannah, Ilham, Moh. Fauzi Bafadal, Rima Rahmaniah https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-09-30
publication date: 2025-09-30
starting page: 38
ending page: 44
doi: 10.30998/hkm43681

Assessing the Effectiveness of Online Quizizz in Enhancing University Students’ Vocabulary Mastery
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description: This study aims to assess the effectiveness of using Quizizz in improving students' vocabulary acquisition. Various studies have shown that this interactive platform can significantly improve students' vocabulary. In this study, the average pre-test score of students was recorded at 30.71, while after using Quizizz, the score increased to 68.06, which shows the effectiveness of this platform. In addition, another study showed a 24.34% increase in vocabulary acquisition, with a significant difference between pre-test and post-test scores. Repeated use of Quizizz was also demonstrated to progressively improve students' scores, as seen in a classroom action study, with a score increase from 55.31 in the pre-test to 91.87 in the second cycle post-test. In addition to vocabulary acquisition, Quizizz also managed to increase students' enthusiasm and engagement in the learning process, which positively impacted their learning experience. This study also shows that collaborative activities combined with Quizizz can further strengthen vocabulary acquisition. Overall, using Quizizz proved effective in improving vocabulary acquisition, strengthening learning motivation, and creating a fun learning atmosphere. The platform also allows lecturers to provide quick assessment and feedback and monitor student progress through its analytics feature. Therefore, quizzes are an effective tool for supporting vocabulary learning at the university level.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Quizizz
  topic: keywords
subject: Vocabulary Mastery
  topic: keywords
subject: Interactive Learning
  topic: keywords
creator: Ratu Firna
creator: Ilham
creator: Humairah
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Ratu Firna, Ilham Firna (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-09-30
publication date: 2025-09-30
starting page: 69
ending page: 79
doi: 10.30998/z9wa8w35

Love and Desire in the Little Mermaid Movie through Psychoanalysis Perspective
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description: The purposes of this research are to identify kind of love, the desire of main character, and how love and desire through psychoanalysis perspective in the Little Mermaid Movie directed by Rob Marshall. This research used the descriptive qualitative method to analyze the data. The data are the scenes and the dialogs of the main character that contains love and desire. The result of this study reveal that: (1) There are 4 types of love in Ariel’s main character, namely; eros, agape, philautia and storge. Ariel clearly shows Eros love when Ariel falls in love with Eric, while Agape displays Ariel’s extraordinary sacrifice, Philautia when Ariel makes decisions, and Storge’s love for her family. (2) The desires of the main character are very clear, Ariel has stubbornness, and she has principle, also, she is bravery in declaring love and negotiating with the evil witch, Urshula. (3) Sigmund Freud's id, ego, and superego theory can be seen in Ariel's main character, Ariel's will persue her love, she follows her father's words, and also she solves her problems.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Desire
  topic: keywords
subject: Little Mermaid Movie
  topic: keywords
subject: Love
  topic: keywords
subject: Psychoanalysis
  topic: keywords
creator: Anastasya Fitri Aisyah
creator: Unpris Yastanti
creator: Wiruma Titian Adi
creator: Bobby Octavia Yuskar
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Anastasya Fitri Aisyah, Unpris Yastanti, Wiruma Titian Adi, Bobby Octavia Yuskar https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-09-30
publication date: 2025-09-30
starting page: 97
ending page: 106
doi: 10.30998/rh2fxz72

Impact of Little Baby Bum with Parental Controls on Middle Childhood Learners
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description: This study investigates the impact of YouTube Kids content, particularly "Little Baby Bum" on English vocabulary acquisition among 7-year-old children. A qualitative case study was conducted with two participants: AR (7 years 5 months) and AF (7 years 9 months), both enrolled in English language lessons. Data were gathered through observations, semi-structured interviews, and vocabulary assessments before and after the intervention. AR, who watched an average of 4 hours per day and engaged actively with the content, recognized 9 out of 16 English words tested, while AF, with 3 hours of daily viewing and more passive engagement, recognized only 6 words. However, AF showed stronger retention in Indonesian vocabulary, recognizing 10 words compared to AR’s 7. The study's discussion identifies five key themes: (1) Exposure to Digital Content: Increased exposure to digital content appears to support vocabulary development, especially with active engagement. (2) Parental Supervision: Effective supervision ensures focused learning and appropriate content. (3) Engagement Level: Active participation, such as singing along, is critical for retention. (4) Language Retention: Vocabulary retention is higher in the language where the child is more engaged. (5) Active Participation: Active involvement in content is crucial for effective learning. The pedagogical implications highlight that interactive digital media like "Little Baby Bum" can be a valuable tool in English language teaching, particularly when combined with active engagement and proper parental guidance. These findings provide important insights for educators and parents on optimizing digital media use in supporting children's language development.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: English language teaching
  topic: keywords
subject: YouTube kids
  topic: keywords
subject: Vocabulary acquisition
  topic: keywords
subject: Parental supervision
  topic: keywords
creator: Eka Puspita
creator: Surono
creator: Cindi Martina Marbun
creator: Fidya Felinda Ilahude
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Eka Puspita, Surono, Fidya Felinda Ilahude, Cindi Martina Marbun https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-09-30
publication date: 2025-09-30
starting page: 187
ending page: 196
doi: 10.30998/9mnam296

Subalternity in Kumala Ratih’s Gadis Kretek: Postcolonial Study
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description: The tactic of using the might of another nation to subjugate the citizens of a nation is often associated with the colonial era. The impact of colonization on cultures and communities is addressed in post-colonialism. The ideology of postcolonialism arose following mostly to the independent colonized nations with the object of study is everything including aspects that have experienced imperial rule during colonization until its death, as well as various effects related to the former colonies. They are all lower levels of colonial and postcolonial societies with the condition of unemployed, homeless, subsistence farmers, etc. This study aimed to investigate subalternity as a part of post-colonialism in a novel, Gadis Kretek written by Ratih Kumala. This study used qualitative research design with a textual analysis method grounded in postcolonial literary theory. The data was taken from a novel, Ratih Kumala’s Gadis Kretek, written in 2012. Some research procedures was done using several steps; intensive close reading, thematic coding (content analysis), lierary criticism, and historical-contextual research. The results showed that the effects of colonialization and struggles of oppressed subaltern, especially for women. Those are all can be divided into two types subalternity, namely employer-subordinates and women oppression. To sum up, the effects of colonialization comprise fear, depression, and traumatic events. The struggles of oppressed subaltern include defending the right, protection, voicing even not listened, survival by keep working, and forgetting any kinds of effect of colonialization that make sadness.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Hybridity
  topic: keywords
subject: Mimicry
  topic: keywords
subject: Post-colonialism
  topic: keywords
subject: Subalternity
  topic: keywords
creator: Ro’ifah
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Ro’ifah https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-09-30
publication date: 2025-09-30
starting page: 173
ending page: 186
doi: 10.30998/jrk17p94

Unveiling Sarcasm: Poppy in Kingsman: The Golden Circle
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description: This study investigates the use of sarcasm in the movie "Kingsman: Golden Circle," focusing on the character Poppy Adams. The study employs Camp's theoretical framework, which classifies sarcasm into four distinct categories: Propositional, Lexical, Like-Prefixed, and Illocutionary Sarcasm.The study aims to identify and analyze the types of sarcasm employed by Poppy and explore the underlying meanings conveyed through her dialogues.The researchers used a descriptive qualitative approach.Various elements such as conversations, actions, and reactions are systematically classified and coded by the researchers, who serve as the instrument.The findings reveal four main types of sarcasm: lexical sarcasm (found only in three instances), like-prefixed sarcasm (found in two instances), illocutionary sarcasm (found in six instances), and propositional sarcasm (found in six instances), totaling seventeen instances throughout the movie. The results indicate that a significant portion of the sarcastic expressions conveyed by the characters typically carry negative intentions and concealed meanings, often aimed at criticizing or mocking the listener.To comprehend the sarcasm, a clear context and shared understanding are essential. The study emphasizes the importance of context and addressee responses in determining the nature of sarcastic utterances. The study contributes to a better understanding of how sarcasm functions in cinematic discourse and its implications for character portrayal. Additionally, the study highlights the role of sarcasm in developing character depth and dynamics within the narrative, showcasing its utility as a tool for both humor and critique. Future research could expand on this by examining other characters and films, offering a broader perspective on the use of sarcasm in cinema.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Kingsman
  topic: keywords
subject: Literature
  topic: keywords
subject: Movie
  topic: keywords
subject: Poppy
  topic: keywords
subject: Sarcasm
  topic: keywords
creator: Richard Himawan
creator: Ro’ifah
creator: Armeria Wijaya
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Richard Himawan, Ro’ifah, Armeria Wijaya https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-09-30
publication date: 2025-09-30
starting page: 134
ending page: 145
doi: 10.30998/w7rkjx35

Performance Analysis of Vocational High School Teachers in Tangerang Regency
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description: This study aims to analyze the influence of organizational culture and work motivation on the performance of vocational school teachers in Tangerang Regency. The research used survey method with path analysis applied in testing hypothesis, with a sample of 377 people selected using the proportional random sampling technique. The Likert Scale with 5 answer options is used in data collection. Data analysis was carried out using path analysis techniques. The study lasted for six months, from January to June 2024. Based on the results of this study, it can be concluded that Organizational Culture and work motivation have a direct positive effect on the performance of vocational school teachers in Tangerang Regency. Therefore, it is recommended that the variables of organizational culture and work motivation be improved by the Ministry of Education at the Tangerang Regency level and vocational schools in Tangerang.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Organizational Culture
  topic: keywords
subject: Work Motivation
  topic: keywords
subject: Teacher Performance
  topic: keywords
creator: Syafa’at Ariful Huda
creator: Jaenudin
creator: Alexius Dwi Widiatna
creator: Herinto Sidik Iriansyah
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Syafa’at Ariful Huda, Jaenudin, Alexius Dwi Widiatna, Herinto Sidik Iriansyah https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-09-30
publication date: 2025-09-30
starting page: 89
ending page: 96
doi: 10.30998/47s1ny48

Reading Comprehension Challenge on English Language Faced by Students: A Systematic Review
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description: This study aims to analyze and synthesize empirical research on students' reading comprehension challenges within English language teaching. A systematic review method selected 20 peer-reviewed articles published within the last five years. The selected studies were analyzed based on their research topics, designs, and theoretical frameworks. The findings reveal that most studies adopt a descriptive qualitative approach, with a strong focus on the Indonesian context. Four key challenges in reading comprehension were identified: (1) limitations of textbooks in supporting effective reading, (2) low student motivation and engagement, (3) inadequate vocabulary knowledge, and (4) slow reading pace. Based on these findings, it is recommended that future research explore the effectiveness of specific interventions and instructional strategies to address these challenges, ultimately improving students' reading comprehension skills. Such strategies could include the use of more engaging and relevant reading materials, vocabulary enhancement techniques, and methods to improve reading speed, with the goal of enhancing students' overall reading comprehension skills.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Reading comprehension problems
  topic: keywords
subject: English language teaching
  topic: keywords
subject: Analysis
  topic: keywords
creator: Retno Vinsi Damayanti
creator: Iin Inawati
creator: Fidya Felinda Ilahude
creator: Cindi Martina Marbun
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Retno Vinsi Damayanti, Iin Inawati, Fidya Felinda Ilahude, Cindi Martina Marbun https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-09-30
publication date: 2025-09-30
starting page: 153
ending page: 161
doi: 10.30998/wke3qr48

Improving Elementary School Students Understanding of Concepts Through Student Worksheets Based on Realistic Mathematics Education
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description: One of the main problems in learning mathematics is the low conceptual understanding of students, which is reflected in the low category of the pretest results. Innovative approaches such as Realistic Mathematics Education (RME) through RME-based Student Worksheets are needed to overcome this. This study aims to test the effectiveness of RME-based Student Worksheets in improving the understanding of mathematical concepts. The method used is developmental research with the ADDIE model (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, Evaluation). The research subjects included validation by two subject matter experts, two media experts, two language experts, and one teacher, and trials on 25 students in grade V of SDN 2 Sawah Brebes. The validation results showed scores of 0.7465 (subject matter expert), 0.8381 (media expert), and 0.7986 (language expert), which were considered valid. The statistical analysis of the paired sample t-test produced a significance value of 0.000 (<0.05), thus rejecting Ho and accepting Ha. This proves a significant increase between the pretest and posttest scores, indicating that the RME-based Student Worksheet effectively improves students' understanding of concepts. The researcher recommends using the RME model to implement the stage of understanding contextual problems. Scaffolding is needed for students because of the diverse zone of proximal development (ZPD).
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Elementary School
  topic: keywords
subject: Student Worksheets
  topic: keywords
subject: Concept Understanding
  topic: keywords
creator: Fatkhur Rohman
creator: Dea Andini
creator: Shella Dyah Wulansari
creator: Kenny Rama Dhany
creator: Nurhanurawati
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Fatkhur Rohman, Dea Andini, Shella Dyah Wulansari, Kenny Rama Dhany, Nurhanurawati https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-09-30
publication date: 2025-09-30
starting page: 120
ending page: 133
doi: 10.30998/n0j0m634

The Empowerment of Religious Character of Feeling Blessed using the Song of Bismillah
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description: This paper aims to empower students’ religious character of feeling blessed using the song ‘Bismillah, I am a Muslim,’ and to highlight the importance of songs and rhymes in EFL teaching to elementary students. This research uses a descriptive qualitative method to gain a deeper understanding of the student’s experiences and perceptions. The participants are 125 i.e. 1st, 2nd, 3rd-grade students (6-9 years old) of Muhammadiyah Tempuran elementary school Magelang, Central Java, Indonesia. The research was held at the end of the semester activities on December 10th, 2022, for 90 minutes in the school hall. The teacher interviewed the students about how often they say ‘Bismillah’ and ‘Alhamdulillah’ in their daily lives one day before the research was conducted. They were interviewed again after three days to figure out whether the song could empower students’ religious character to feel blessed. The result shows that the ‘Bismillah, I am a Muslim’ Song is one of the ways to empower students’ religious character and feel blessed, although it is needed. This research implies empowering students’ religious character through teaching songs.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Teaching Song
  topic: keywords
subject: Religious Character
  topic: keywords
subject: EFL
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creator: Ratna Irawati
creator: Noor Malihah
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Ratna Irawati, Noor Malihah https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-09-30
publication date: 2025-09-30
starting page: 197
ending page: 204
doi: 10.30998/9evhwm27

Implementation of English Learning Model with Contextual Teaching and Learning (CTL) Approach to Improve Students’ Comprehension
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description: This study aims to determine the improvement of English learning outcomes of MTs Negeri 7 Boyolali students through the application of English learning models with the CTL approach. This type of research is Classroom Action Research. The subjects of this study were MTs Negeri 7 Boyolali students with a total of 23 students. The research instruments used were observation, tests and documentation. The result data exposure shows that student learning outcomes experience a significant increase in each cycle which is marked by the sufficient category, the first cycle of student learning completeness is 74% with an average value of 76.4 or 17 students who complete then increases in the second cycle of student learning completeness is 87% with an average value of 85.4 or 20 students who pass to achieve good qualifications. Based on the results obtained, it was concluded that there was a very significant increase in English learning outcomes at MTs Negeri 7 Boyolali through the application of the English language learning model with the CTL approach.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: English learning model
  topic: keywords
subject: CTL approach
  topic: keywords
subject: learning outcomes
  topic: keywords
creator: Syamsudin
creator: Naila Rajiha
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Syamsudin, Naila Rajiha https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-09-30
publication date: 2025-09-30
starting page: 162
ending page: 172
doi: 10.30998/atxpp624

Error Analysis on Simple Past Tense in Short Story Making: A Case Study in Writing Intermediate Class
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description: This article investigates the error analysis of the utilization of the simple past tense among students of Writing IV class focusing on their short story composition. The study aims to identify prevalent errors and patterns in the application of the simple past tense while creating short stories. Employing qualitative research methods, the study evaluates a representative sample of writing produced by the students. Through systematic error analysis, the study categorizes and analyzes the errors in terms of verb conjugation, tense consistency, and contextual appropriateness. The findings shed light on common challenges faced by students in grasping the nuances of the simple past tense. There were 85 work pieces used to gather the data and analyze the errors in using the simple past tense. Finally, the data were categorized into four types of errors, such as misordering, misformation, addition, and omission. Moreover, the study concentrates on potential factors contributing to these errors, such as the students' linguistic backgrounds, learning materials, and classroom instruction. The research's conclusions emphasize how important it is to use focused language teaching techniques to improve students' understanding of grammatical structures. In the end, this study advances our pedagogical knowledge on how to teach grammar successfully, especially when it comes to developing precise language abilities in the context of creative writing. It is anticipated that requiring the students to create short stories in the simple past tense will improve their comprehension of how tenses are formed.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: college students
  topic: keywords
subject: error analysis
  topic: keywords
subject: short stories
  topic: keywords
subject: simple past tense
  topic: keywords
creator: Dyah Kristyowati
creator: Jordy Satria Widodo
creator: Henny Suharyati
creator: Ferdi Abdurrahman
creator: Muhamad Alwi Pajri
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Dyah Kristyowati, Jordy Satria Widodo, Henny Suharyati, Ferdi Abdurrahman, Muhamad Alwi Pajri https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-09-30
publication date: 2025-09-30
starting page: 146
ending page: 152
doi: 10.30998/3yer5135

Identification Conversational Implicature of Integrated Islamic School Ad Durrah Learners
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description: The purpose of this study was to collect descriptions of the conversational implicatures made by students while they were engaged in a dialogue of other students. The descriptive qualitative research method was used in this study. The writer used student conversations from the student dialogue conversation task as the data source for this study. This activity was carried out between October and November of 2023 as part of the study's data collection methodology, which involved asking students to create a dialogue on paper. By recording the dialogue's outcomes, categorizing and identifying the data, assessing the data, and summarizing the data, the data was qualitatively analyzed. The primary tool used in this study was the researcher herself, along with observations and interviews to corroborate the findings. The study's conclusions are as follows: conversational implicatures that were identified in student speeches and discussion were divided into two categories: generalized and particularized implicatures. Compared to the implicature of a particularized conversational implicature, the generalized conversational implicature is more frequently encountered. Because of this, even if they do not yet grasp conversational implicature, kids essentially already use it. Based on the study's findings, the researcher recommends that English teachers provide students with a foundational understanding of conversational implicature in writing, particularly when teaching conversation, narrative texts, and other types of texts.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Coversational
  topic: keywords
subject: Implicature
  topic: keywords
subject: Descriptive
  topic: keywords
subject: Particularized
  topic: keywords
creator: Mhd. Syafril Hanif
creator: Sholihatul Hamidah Daulay
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Mhd. Syafril Hanif, Sholihatul Hamidah Daulay https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-09-30
publication date: 2025-09-30
starting page: 107
ending page: 119
doi: 10.30998/5hqq7c25

Maxims Flouted by The Main Character in Plankton: The Movie
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description: This study investigates the flouting of conversational maxims by the main character in Plankton: The Movie (2025), an animated film directed by Dave Needham. The research aims to identify the types of maxims flouted and explore the character’s motivations for these violations. A descriptive qualitative method was employed to analyze Plankton’s utterances using Grice’s Cooperative Principle (1975), which includes the maxims of quantity, quality, relation, and manner. Data were collected through careful observation of the film and its transcript, with selected utterances categorized and interpreted using Leech’s (1983) theory of Illocutionary Functions of Politeness. The findings reveal 22 instances of maxim flouting, with the maxim of relation being the most frequently violated (31.8%), followed by quality (27.2%), manner (22.7%), and quantity (18.1%). Each violation was shown to serve a specific communicative function, such as expressing frustration, asserting dominance, or rejecting others’ viewpoints. These results indicate that maxim flouting in the film is not random but strategically used to shape character identity and support narrative development. This study highlights the relevance of pragmatic analysis in animated films and underscores the role of language manipulation in fictional discourse.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Analysis, Flouting maxim, Main character, Movie
  topic: keywords
creator: Putu Kharisma Budhiari Sapanca
creator: Komang Dian Puspita Candra -
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Putu Kharisma Budhiari Sapanca Sapanca, Komang Dian Puspita Candra (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-09-30
publication date: 2025-09-30
starting page: 80
ending page: 88
doi: 10.30998/s601x007

The Usage of Acronym Slang Found in @whitepeoplehumor Instagram Account Comment Section
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description: This study investigates the usage of acronym slang in the comment sections of the @whitepeoplehumor Instagram account between January to May 2025. Employing a descriptive qualitative method, the research focusing on ten prominent acronym slang terms. Each term was examined for its meaning, context of use, and communicative function. The findings reveal that acronym slang serves multiple purposes, including expressing agreement or disagreement, signaling emotions, creating humorous or ironic effects, and reinforcing group identity. However, frequent use of such slang may hinder comprehension for unfamiliar audiences and reduce reliance on standard English. The study highlights the dual role of acronym slang as both a creative linguistic tool and a potential communication barrier in digital interactions. These insights contribute to the understanding of sociolinguistic dynamics in online discourse, particularly among Generation Z users.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: Comment section, Instagram, Slang, Sociolinguistic
  topic: keywords
creator: Komang Juliantara
creator: Verayanti Utami
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 I Komang Juliantara, Ni Made Verayanti Utami (Author) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-09-30
publication date: 2025-09-30
starting page: 14
ending page: 23
doi: 10.30998/vkkbpx67