Tamaddun
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description: Tamaddun: Journal of Language, Literature, and Culture Print ISSN: 0216-809X Online ISSN: 2685-4112 Tamaddun is a multidisciplinary peer reviewed and open access journal committed to advancing interdisciplinary research in the interconnected fields of language, literature, and culture. In today's globalized and rapidly evolving world, the study of language, literature, and culture is more critical than ever, offering valuable insights into human behavior, communication, identity, and the creative process. By fostering dialogue and collaboration among scholars from various disciplines and perspectives, Tamaddun: Journal of Language, Literature, and Culture aims to promote understanding, challenge established norms, and inspire new ways of thinking. The Journal of Language, Literature, and Culture recognizes that the boundaries between language, literature, and culture are fluid and intertwined, and that each of these fields is constantly evolving. Our focus is on embracing this complexity, exploring the intersections of these disciplines, and uncovering the rich tapestry of human expression, creativity, and meaning-making. We believe that interdisciplinary research is vital for developing a comprehensive understanding of the complexities of human interaction and the ever-changing world in which we live. Tamaddun is dedicated to providing a platform for scholars, researchers, and practitioners to share their innovative ideas, theoretical insights, and empirical findings on a wide range of topics related to language, literature, and culture. Our journal publishes high-quality, original research articles, review articles, and case studies ensuring a rigorous and transparent peer-review process that upholds the highest standards of academic excellence. Tamaddun is indexed internationally by: Neliti Sinta 5 (Accredited by Indonesian Ministry of Research, Technology, and Higher Education) Index Copernicus (Master List 2022) Worldcat Moraref Google Scholar Tamaddun is publi…
publisher: Fakultas Sastra - Universitas Muslim Indonesia
language: en
publication name: Tamaddun
issn: 0216-809X
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items: AI Literacy and Entrepreneurial Readiness among Economics Education Students: The Mediating Role of Digital Content Creation Skills
items: Teacher Strategies for Overcoming Students’ Difficulties in EFL Learning at MTs Al-Wasilah Lemo
items: Analyzing D'Masiv "Jangan Menyerah" as a Foundation for Character Education and the Development of Music, Dance, and Theatre Teaching Materials in Senior High School
items: An Analysis of Verb Tense Errors in Palestinian Undergraduate Students' Essay Writing
items: Performative Semiotics of Manca' Paddang: Body, Sword, And Humor in the Construction of Selayar Cultural Meaning
items: Mapping Storytelling, Cultural Awareness, and English Language Learning: A Bibliometric-Scoping Analysis of Classroom-Oriented Research
items: Symbolic Meaning in Digital Political Practice: An Analysis of Political Language on Social Media in the 2024 Makassar Mayoral Election
items: The Effect of Project-Based Learning Method InImproving Students’ English Speaking Skills
items: Task-Based Development of Interpretative Reading Materials in an English Language Education Context
items: Exploring the Potential Integration of Virtual Human-based Artificial Intelligence into the Marketing of Tourism Spots
items: A Literature Review on Local Literature as a Medium for Critical and Multicultural Literacy through the Deep Learning Approach
items: Uncovering Syntactic Features of Student Writing: A Case Study Of Weekly Journals
items: Stylistic Analysis of Medical Lexicon and Figure of Speech in the Poetry Anthology Dibalik Jas Putih by Medical Students
items: Analysis of EFL Students’ Grammatical Errors in Writing Literature Review
items: The Influence of Project-Based Learning Model on Student Learning Independence in Science And Social Studies Subjects (IPAS) Class IV at UPT SPF SD Inpres Maccini, Makassar City
items: The Impact of Study Club on English Speaking Skills: Student Perceptions
items: Representation Of Teenagers' Lifestyles Through Content on Tiktok(A Study of Student Organisation Activists at SMAN 2 Makassar)
items: Informal Entrepreneurship in the Age of Smart Society 5.0: Digital Adaptation, Platform Dependency, and Social Relationality among Street Vendors in Makassar
items: The Influence of Environment and Digital Technology on Positive Communication and Character Formation among University Students: A Neurobehavioral Perspective
items: A Phenomenological Study of Sibaliparri in the Household Life of the Mandar Community in Tapango Barat Village, Polewali Mandar Regency
items: Media Representation of ‘Dark Indonesia’ 2025: A Comparative Framing Analysis of Reuters and The Jakarta Post
items: The Motivational Core of L2 Academic Writing: A Systematic Review of Theory, Research, and Pedagogy
items: The Effectiveness of Integrating Grammar and Writing Instructions through Systemic Functional Linguistics
items: Evaluating Inquiry-Based Learning as A Pedagogical Strategy in Achieving Outcome-Based Education Targets in EFL Writing
items: ‘Mujahadah’ as Moral Education for Students through Hermeneutic Transcendental of "Poison Tree" by William Blake's Poetry
items: The Teacher’s Perception of Reinforcement and Its Impact on Student Engagement in English Language Learning: A Qualitative Study
items: Pragmatic Analysis of Ramadan Greetings Among Arabic-Speaking Academics on WhatsApp
items: Fostering Qur’anic Character through Virtual Recitation: A Qualitative Study of the Khatam Al-Qur’an Programme at an Indonesian Medical Faculty
items: Speech Events in the Indonesian Version of Miracle in Cell No. 7 and YouTube Discussion Pages: A Digital Communication Context Analysis Using Dell Hymes’ “Speaking” Model
items: Balancing Precision and Voice: A Qualitative Study of QuillBot’s Role in Enhancing EFL Students’ Writing Skills

AI Literacy and Entrepreneurial Readiness among Economics Education Students: The Mediating Role of Digital Content Creation Skills
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description: The rapid adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in higher education has created new opportunities for developing entrepreneurial competencies among university students. However, limited research has examined how AI Literacy contributes to Entrepreneurial Readiness and the mechanism through which this relationship occurs. This study investigates the relationships among AI Literacy, Digital Content Creation Skills, and Entrepreneurial Readiness among Economics Education students at Universitas Negeri Makassar. A quantitative survey design was employed, involving 300 undergraduate students selected through purposive sampling. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire and analyzed using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) with SmartPLS 4. The findings revealed that AI Literacy positively and significantly influenced Digital Content Creation Skills (β = 0.617, p < 0.001) and Entrepreneurial Readiness (β = 0.316, p < 0.001). Furthermore, Digital Content Creation Skills significantly affected Entrepreneurial Readiness (β = 0.424, p < 0.001) and partially mediated the relationship between AI Literacy and Entrepreneurial Readiness (β = 0.262, p < 0.001). The study concludes that AI Literacy represents an important antecedent of Entrepreneurial Readiness, while Digital Content Creation Skills serve as a critical mechanism linking technological competence and entrepreneurial development among university students in the digital era.
subject: Research
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subject: AI Literacy
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subject: Digital Content Creation Skills
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subject: Entrepreneurial Readiness
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subject: Digital Entrepreneurship
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subject: Higher Education
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creator: Nurliana
creator: Maghfirah Sari Azis
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Nurliana, Maghfirah Sari Azis https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2026-07-15
publication date: 2026-07-15
starting page: 50
ending page: 67
doi: 10.33096/tamaddun.v25i1.1174

Teacher Strategies for Overcoming Students’ Difficulties in EFL Learning at MTs Al-Wasilah Lemo
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description: This study aims to identify students’ difficulties in learning English as a Foreign Language (EFL), examine the reasons behind teachers’ selection of teaching strategies, and explore how these strategies are implemented in the classroom. This research employed a descriptive qualitative method. The data were gathered via classroom observations and semi-structured interviews with two English teachers and eighth-grade students at MTs Al-Wasilah Lemo. The results indicated that students encountered difficulties in five areas: cognitive, affective, linguistic, social, and environmental. The predominant challenges were identified in the cognitive and affective domains. To mitigate these issues, teachers employed three primary strategies: drills and repetition, pair work and group discussion, and role play. Drills and repetition facilitated enhancements in students’ pronunciation and vocabulary retention, although they occasionally led to boredom. Pair work and group discussion promoted active engagement and peer learning, although some students remained passive. Role plays bolstered students' confidence and speaking skills by offering meaningful and engaging learning experiences. This study concludes that the integration of these strategies effectively assists students in surmounting their challenges in EFL learning. Therefore, teachers are encouraged to apply varied and student-centered strategies to create a supportive and effective learning environment.
subject: Research
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subject: EFL learning
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subject: students’ difficulties
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subject: teaching strategies
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subject: qualitative research
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creator: Mutmainna Hasan
creator: Maemuna Muhayyang
creator: Muhammad Arham
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Mutmainna Hasan, Maemuna Muhayyang, Muhammad Arham https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2026-06-04
publication date: 2026-06-04
starting page: 35
ending page: 49
doi: 10.33096/tamaddun.v25i1.1167

Analyzing D'Masiv "Jangan Menyerah" as a Foundation for Character Education and the Development of Music, Dance, and Theatre Teaching Materials in Senior High School
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description: Arts and Culture education in Indonesian senior high schools continues to face a persistent challenge: the integration of character values into learning experiences that are authentic, affective, and aligned with adolescents' aesthetic worlds. Many teaching materials remain repetitive across school levels and tend to emphasize technical and theoretical knowledge rather than students' lived experiences, emotional development, and moral formation. In response to this issue, this study examines D'Masiv's popular song "Jangan Menyerah" as a potential foundation for character education and for the conceptual development of integrated teaching materials in music, dance, and theatre. This research employed a descriptive qualitative design using document analysis. The primary data consisted of the song lyrics, official audio recording, and official music video, while the secondary data included Merdeka Curriculum documents, the Pancasila Student Profile, and relevant scholarly literature on character education, popular music, and arts pedagogy. Data were analyzed through repeated reading and viewing, meaning-unit coding, thematic categorization, and source triangulation across verbal, musical, and visual-narrative data. The findings identify six major character values embedded in the song: perseverance and independence, optimism and hope, religiosity and spirituality, emotional resilience, social concern and empathy, and responsibility and courage. These values are reinforced by the song's reflective minor tonality, moderate tempo, dynamic contrast, coherent popular-song structure, and expressive vocal texture. The study further demonstrates that these values correspond closely to the Pancasila Student Profile and to the developmental needs of senior high school students. The analysis is then translated into conceptual teaching-material designs for music appreciation and singing practice, dance movement exploration and creative choreography, theatre character analysis and s…
subject: Research
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subject: arts education
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subject: character education
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subject: teaching materials
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subject: popular song
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subject: linguistic expression
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subject: Pancasila Student Profile
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creator: Faisal Faisal
creator: Erna Setianingsih
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Faisal, Erna Setianingsih https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2026-06-06
publication date: 2026-06-06
starting page: 19
ending page: 34
doi: 10.33096/tamaddun.v25i1.1166

An Analysis of Verb Tense Errors in Palestinian Undergraduate Students' Essay Writing
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description: This study examines verb tense errors in essays written by Palestinian undergraduate students learning English as a foreign language. The study addresses three questions: what types of verb tense errors appear in students' essays, which error type is most dominant, and what linguistic and pedagogical challenges may explain the observed patterns. Using a qualitative descriptive design supported by error analysis, students' essays were examined and coded according to the surface strategy taxonomy of omission, addition, misformation, and misordering. The analysis identified 60 verb-tense-related errors. Misformation was the most frequent category, accounting for 28 errors (46.7%), followed by omission with 15 errors (25.0%), addition with 10 errors (16.7%), and misordering with 7 errors (11.7%). The findings indicate that the major difficulty was not merely knowing the names of English tenses, but selecting contextually appropriate verb forms, maintaining tense consistency across clauses, and controlling subject-verb agreement in extended writing. The discussion relates these findings to interlanguage theory, Arabic-English cross-linguistic influence, overgeneralization, limited automatization of inflectional morphology, and the instructional separation of grammar practice from authentic writing tasks. Pedagogically, the study argues for form-focused writing instruction, explicit attention to tense-aspect meaning, guided noticing activities, focused written corrective feedback, and repeated revision cycles. The study contributes to EFL writing research by offering a tense-focused account of Palestinian undergraduate writing and by translating error analysis results into practical implications for grammar-informed academic writing pedagogy.
subject: Research
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subject: error analysis
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subject: verb tense errors
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subject: EFL writing
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subject: Palestinian undergraduate students
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subject: Arabic-English transfer
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subject: academic writing
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creator: Nadya Najah Maulana
creator: Hanafi Wibowo
creator: Ellis Tamela
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Nadya Najah Maulana, Hanafi Wibowo, Ellis Tamela https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2026-06-04
publication date: 2026-06-04
starting page: 10
ending page: 18
doi: 10.33096/tamaddun.v25i1.1139

Performative Semiotics of Manca' Paddang: Body, Sword, And Humor in the Construction of Selayar Cultural Meaning
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description: This study analyzes manca' paddang, a traditional Selayar martial performance using swords, as a performative semiotic practice in which the body, object, and humor operate as cultural signs. Although the performance remains visible in ritual and community stages, it is often reduced to entertainment, thereby obscuring its role in transmitting values of courage, siri', social intimacy, and cultural memory. Using an interpretive qualitative design, data were collected over approximately three months in Galung Bontosikuyu, Benteng Bontoharu, Kayuadi, and Pulau Madu through passive observation, in-depth interviews, and visual documentation of performances. Charles Sanders Peirce's triadic model of representamen, object, and interpretant was used as the main analytical framework, complemented by performance studies perspectives on embodied action and cultural transmission. The findings show that the performer's body functions as a representamen through patterned movement, gesture, posture, and facial expression. The paddang or sword operates as an object that indexes courage, self-control, and disciplined masculinity while structuring dramatic interaction. Humor emerges as a dynamic interpretant through playful improvisation, laughter, and audience participation, transforming potential violence into social intimacy. The study argues that manca' paddang is not merely a traditional martial attraction but a complex cultural sign system in which Selayar identity is enacted, negotiated, and reproduced. It contributes to scholarship on Indonesian performance by integrating Peircean semiotics with performative analysis of embodied local knowledge.
subject: Research
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subject: Performative Semiotics
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subject: Manca’ Paddang
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subject: Selayar Culture
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subject: humor
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subject: Peircean semiotics
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creator: Andi Taslim Saputra
creator: Andi Fauziyah Hijrina Fatimah
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Andi Taslim Saputra, Andi Fauziyah Hijrina Fatimah https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-12-30
publication date: 2025-12-30
starting page: 494
ending page: 502
doi: 10.33096/tamaddun.v24i2.1119

Mapping Storytelling, Cultural Awareness, and English Language Learning: A Bibliometric-Scoping Analysis of Classroom-Oriented Research
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description: Storytelling has long been positioned as a productive pedagogical resource in English language learning because it connects linguistic form, meaning, imagination, and social experience. However, studies on storytelling and cultural awareness in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) classrooms remain conceptually dispersed across language pedagogy, intercultural communicative competence, children's literature, digital storytelling, and bibliometric methodology. This article revises a narrative literature review into a bibliometric-scoping analysis that maps the intellectual foundations, publication phases, and thematic clusters shaping research on storytelling, cultural awareness, and English language learning. Using a curated corpus of peer-reviewed and scholarly works identified through open scholarly search, publisher pages, ERIC, reference chaining, and methodological sources on science mapping, the study applies descriptive bibliometric mapping, manual keyword normalization, co-word interpretation, and thematic synthesis. The analysis shows that the field has developed through four overlapping phases: foundational theories of communicative and intercultural competence, narrative-based language pedagogy, multimodal and digital storytelling, and systematic or bibliometric consolidation. Five major clusters were identified: intercultural communicative competence, narrative pedagogy, literary and picturebook-based EFL learning, digital storytelling and multimodal composition, and bibliometric research design. The findings suggest that storytelling contributes to cultural awareness when classroom practice moves beyond story exposure toward guided comparison, reflective dialogue, learner identity work, and culturally responsive story production. The study offers theoretical, pedagogical, curriculum, and methodological implications for EFL teachers, teacher educators, materials developers, and researchers. It concludes that storytelling should be treated not as a supplem…
subject: Research
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subject: storytelling
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subject: cultural awareness
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subject: intercultural communicative competence
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subject: English language learning
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subject: EFL classroom
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subject: bibliometric analysis
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subject: digital storytelling
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creator: Chuzaimah Chuzaimah
creator: Syarifuddin Dollah
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Chuzaimah Chuzaimah, Syarifuddin Dollah https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-12-30
publication date: 2025-12-30
starting page: 503
ending page: 517
doi: 10.33096/tamaddun.v24i2.1040

Symbolic Meaning in Digital Political Practice: An Analysis of Political Language on Social Media in the 2024 Makassar Mayoral Election
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description: This study examines the construction, circulation, and contestation of symbolic meaning in political language on social media during the 2024 Makassar mayoral election. In contemporary local elections, social media has become more than a channel for transmitting campaign information; it functions as a symbolic arena in which political identities, local cultural claims, and affective attachments are continuously produced and negotiated. Using symbolic interactionism as the main analytical framework, this qualitative case study analyzes verbal and visual campaign symbols circulated through candidates' official Instagram, X, and Facebook accounts, together with public audience responses in the form of comments, likes, shares, and discursive counter-narratives. The findings show that slogans, hashtags, local linguistic markers, cultural attire, religious icons, and urban landmarks were strategically deployed to construct candidates as populist, culturally rooted, religiously legitimate, and future-oriented figures. However, these symbols did not generate a single stable meaning. Supporters interpreted them as signs of representation, hope, and collective identity, whereas skeptical users reframed the same symbols as empty rhetoric, elite manipulation, or performative populism. The study concludes that social media transformed the Makassar mayoral election into a symbolic performance in which political legitimacy was shaped not only by programs and policy claims but also by the capacity to control, circulate, and defend meanings in digital public space. The article contributes to political communication studies by foregrounding a locally specific Eastern Indonesian case and by showing how symbolic interaction, platform affordances, and local cultural repertoires intersect in digital electoral politics.
subject: Research
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subject: symbolic language
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subject: political communication
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subject: social media
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subject: local election
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subject: Makassar
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subject: symbolic interactionism
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creator: Hasruddin Nur
creator: A. Octamaya Tenri Awaru
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Hasruddin Nur; A. Octamaya Tenri Awaru https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-12-30
publication date: 2025-12-30
starting page: 485
ending page: 493
doi: 10.33096/tamaddun.v24i2.1058

The Effect of Project-Based Learning Method InImproving Students’ English Speaking Skills
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description: This research aims to determine the effect of the Project Based Learning (PjBL) method on improving students’ English speaking skills at SMPN 16 Bengkulu City. This study employed a quantitative approach using a quasi-experimental design with a non-equivalent control group. The sample consisted of two seventh-grade classes: class VII G as the experimental group and class VII B as the control group, with a total of 62 students. The instrument used was a speaking test assessing three components: fluency, accuracy, and comprehensibility. The research procedures included a pre-test, four treatment sessions for the experimental group, and a post-test. The results indicated a significant improvement in speaking skills among students taught using the PjBL method. The experimental group’s mean score increased from 35.8 (pre-test) to 66.9 (post-test), while the control group increased from 34.3 to 55.7. Normality and homogeneity tests showed that the data were normally distributed and homogeneous. The independent sample t-test result revealed a significance value lower than 0.05, indicating that PjBL had a statistically significant effect on students' speaking achievement. In conclusion, the Project Based Learning method is effective in enhancing students’ English speaking skills, particularly in fluency, accuracy, and comprehensibility. It is recommended that English teachers apply PjBL as an interactive, student-centered learning strategy.
subject: Research
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subject: Project-Based Learning
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subject: Speaking Skill
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subject: English Education
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subject: Quantitative Research
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creator: Sistri Kartika Dewi
creator: Ferri Susanto
creator: Anita
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Sistri Kartika Dewi, Ferri Susanto, Anita https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-12-26
publication date: 2025-12-26
starting page: 456
ending page: 475
doi: 10.33096/tamaddun.v24i2.1038

Task-Based Development of Interpretative Reading Materials in an English Language Education Context
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description: Interpretative reading ability is a crucial skill in English language education, as it requires students not only to comprehend literal meanings but also to critically interpret and evaluate information. However, instructional practices in higher education remain dominated by conventional, decontextualized teaching materials, which insufficiently support the development of higher-order thinking skills. This study aimed to (1) identify students’ needs regarding interpretative reading materials and (2) design and develop task-based instructional materials to enhance interpretative reading ability. The study employed a Research and Development (R&D) method using the Borg & Gall model, encompassing needs analysis, design, development, expert validation, revision, and limited field testing. Data were collected through needs questionnaires, interviews, and expert judgments, and were analyzed using descriptive qualitative and quantitative techniques. The findings indicate that students require more contextualized and interactive interpretative reading materials equipped with explicit strategies to help them overcome difficulties in understanding implicit meanings, making inferences, and analyzing text structure. Questionnaire data reveal that most students need a variety of authentic tasks, step-by-step reading guidance, task completion models, and collaborative activities to enhance engagement and interpretative comprehension. Based on these findings, task-based materials were successfully designed by integrating pre-task, task-cycle, and post-task stages, complemented by interpretative strategy exercises, analytical tasks, group collaboration, and formative evaluation in each unit. This design is considered responsive to students’ needs and has the potential to effectively improve interpretative reading ability in English language learning contexts at the tertiary level.
subject: Research
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subject: task-based instructional materials
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subject: interpretative reading
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subject: materials development
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subject: students’ needs
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subject: English language education
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creator: Muhammad Yunus
creator: Sitti Rahmawati
creator: Nurhalizah Bachtiar
creator: Vira Afdhalia
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Muhammad Yunus, Sitti Rahmawati, Nurhalizah Bachtiar, Vira Afdhalia https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-12-25
publication date: 2025-12-25
starting page: 444
ending page: 455
doi: 10.33096/tamaddun.v24i2.1037

Exploring the Potential Integration of Virtual Human-based Artificial Intelligence into the Marketing of Tourism Spots
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description: This study explores how virtual human-based artificial intelligence can be used to enhance the promotional strategies of tourism spots in Indonesia. As digital technologies rapidly evolve, these destinations need to adopt innovative solutions to enhance their appeal and sustainability. We examine the potential of integrating virtual human AI to enhance the image and promotion of these destinations on digital platforms, employing a qualitative approach. This involves analyzing case studies of several Indonesian tourism spots that have embraced digital technology for management and promotion. Data were gathered from various academic sources, including journals, research reports, and digital publications on digital technology in tourism. Our analysis highlights emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities for integrating virtual human AI into destination management and marketing. Virtual human AI can enhance visitor interactions by offering personalized and innovative experiences. It can also create compelling virtual representations, improve data management, and expedite decision-making in promotional strategies. Nonetheless, challenges such as infrastructure limitations and the need to raise awareness among tourism managers remain. This discussion offers valuable insights into how digital technology can help shape destination identity and attract more tourists, emphasizing the importance of building human resource capacity to make the most of these new tools. Ultimately, this research aims to serve as a helpful reference for developing technology-driven destination promotion in Indonesian tourism destinations.
subject: Research
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subject: Virtual human-based AI
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subject: Artificial Intelligence
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subject: Tourism marketing
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subject: tourism destinations
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creator: Andi Anto Patak
creator: Muhammad Taufik Al Hakim Yaumi
creator: Muhammad Yaumi
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Andi Anto Patak, Muhammad Taufik Al Hakim Yaumi, Muhammad Yaumi https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-12-12
publication date: 2025-12-12
starting page: 410
ending page: 423
doi: 10.33096/tamaddun.v24i2.1029

A Literature Review on Local Literature as a Medium for Critical and Multicultural Literacy through the Deep Learning Approach
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description: This study investigates how local literature can support the development of critical literacy and multicultural awareness with the deep learning approach. This study uses literature review method by analyzing some relevant studies published between 2020 to 2025. This review analyzed 22 studies published between 2020–2025 from Google Scholar, ERIC, Scopus, and DOAJ. The studies reported about the usage of cultural text, critical literacy practice, multicultural and the principles of deep learning in language learning context. The study presents that local literature provides meaningful context and relate to students’ local traditions, value, norm and social issues. The students can ask questions, differentiate different points of view and reflect their cultural experiences. The studies also indicated that deep learning has significant roles in strengthening the learning process. The elements like character, collaboration and creativity can help students connect with contextual learning. As a result, the students become more active, reflective and have strong cultural awareness. However, this study finds some challenges particularly the weakness of teacher professional training, limitation of learning resources and uneven availabilty of cultural textbook. Even though there were some limitations, the studies reveal that the integrations of local literature and deep learning show strong potential to improve literacy learning and make it more relevant and meaningful for students.
subject: Research
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subject: local literature
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subject: critical literacy
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subject: multicultural awareness
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subject: deep learning
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creator: Yayu Anggraini Katili
creator: Harto S. Malik
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Yayu Anggraini Katili, Harto S. Malik https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-12-12
publication date: 2025-12-12
starting page: 397
ending page: 409
doi: 10.33096/tamaddun.v24i2.1025

Uncovering Syntactic Features of Student Writing: A Case Study Of Weekly Journals
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description: Teaching syntactic unit especially clause to students is a crucial issue because clause is an important part in sentence forming. This research focuses on clause patterns that is a part of syntax which is needed by students in improve their ability in English (Basri, Ampa, & Junaid, 2013). This research adopts qualitative descriptive method to analyze seven English clause patterns in students’ weekly journal syntactically. The aims of this study are to know and analyze the types of clause pattern the students use in their weekly journal; to get information about the type of clause pattern that is frequently used by students in their weekly journal; and to gain the data about the way the students write the clause pattern in their weekly journal. This study took place in one of the vocational high schools in Cianjur by involving 32 students from XI AKKUL class. The data were gained from students’ weekly journal entitled Weekly Diary from September 23rd to November 13th 2018. The findings show clause pattern S+V is written in 15 data (6,91%), clause pattern S+V+O is written in 38 data (17,51%), clause pattern S+V+Co is written in 69 data (31,8%), clause pattern S+V+O+O is written in 3 data (1,38%), clause pattern S+V+O+Co is written in 25 data (11,52%), clause pattern S+V+Ad is written in 18 data (8,3%), and clause pattern S+V+O+Ad is written in 49 data (22,58%). From the data collected, it can be seen that the students tend to write their clause with S+V+Co pattern. The students like giving a complement for the subject in their clauses and mostly in form of adjective.
subject: Research
  topic: section
subject: syntax
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subject: students
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subject: weekly journal
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subject: clause patterns
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creator: Jauhar Helmie
creator: Vina Nuviyani
creator: Siti Vega Nurintan
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Jauhar Helmie, Vina Nuviyani, Siti Vega Nurintan https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2026-03-09
publication date: 2026-03-09
starting page: 476
ending page: 484
doi: 10.33096/tamaddun.v24i2.1022

Stylistic Analysis of Medical Lexicon and Figure of Speech in the Poetry Anthology Dibalik Jas Putih by Medical Students
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description: The poetry anthology Dibalik Jas Putih by medical students has a medical lexicon and interconnected language styles. This study aims to inventory the medical lexicon in the poetry anthology, analyze the patterns and functions of the dominant language style, and reveal the correlation between the authors' educational backgrounds and the stylistic characteristics of the works. This study uses a descriptive qualitative method with an integrated stylistic approach. The data is sourced from the poetry anthology Dibalik Jas Putih by medical students. Data collection used the read-and-record technique. The data was then analyzed in three stages: 1) identification of medical lexicon (linguistic corpus), 2) classification of language style (Leech & Short), and 3) interpretation of meaning based on the context of creation (critical discourse analysis). The first research results found 10 medical lexicons in 6 poems from the poetry anthology Dibalik Jas Putih along with the frequency of occurrence and lexical meaning from Dorland's Medical Dictionary. There were symbolic figures of speech, metaphors, and similes found from the ten medical lexicons through Leech & Short's stylistic theory. The final research results obtained the contextual meaning of each medical lexicon along with its stylistic function.
subject: Research
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subject: Stylistic Analysis
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subject: Medical Students
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subject: Medical Lexicon
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subject: Figure of Speech
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subject: Poetry
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creator: Sitti Rahmawati
creator: Abd Majid
creator: Nurfathana Mazhud
creator: Ayu Nur Cahyani
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Sitti Rahmawati, Abd Majid, Mazhud, Cahyani https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-12-05
publication date: 2025-12-05
starting page: 354
ending page: 364
doi: 10.33096/tamaddun.v24i2.1020

Analysis of EFL Students’ Grammatical Errors in Writing Literature Review
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description: This study aimed to identify and analyze the grammatical errors made by EFL students in writing the literature review chapter of their undergraduate theses at Universitas Negeri Makassar. Using a qualitative descriptive approach, the researcher analyzed 15 theses submitted in 2024. The data were collected from the university library and examined based on Azar and Hagen’s (2009) 14 types of grammatical error classification. The findings revealed that students made errors in all 14 categories, including singular–plural, word form, word choice, verb tense, omission, addition, word order, incomplete sentence, spelling, punctuation, capitalization, article, unclear meaning, and run-on sentence. The most dominant type of error was punctuation, followed by word choice and singular–plural. These results indicate that students still struggle with grammatical accuracy in academic writing. The study suggests the need for more focused grammar instruction, the integration of digital tools, and the development of effective grammar teaching strategies to improve students’ writing quality.
subject: Research
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subject: Grammatical Errors
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subject: EFL Students
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subject: Academic Writing
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subject: Literature Review
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subject: Error Analysis
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creator: Siti Humairah Noor Azizah
creator: Sultan Baa
creator: Muhammad Arham
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Sitti Humairah, Sultan Baa, Arham https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-12-05
publication date: 2025-12-05
starting page: 365
ending page: 371
doi: 10.33096/tamaddun.v24i2.1019

The Influence of Project-Based Learning Model on Student Learning Independence in Science And Social Studies Subjects (IPAS) Class IV at UPT SPF SD Inpres Maccini, Makassar City
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description: The problem in this study is the low learning independence of students in the Natural and Social Sciences (IPAS) class IV subject at UPT SPF SD Inpres Maccini, Makassar City. Many students are still dependent on the teacher's direction and are not able to learn independently. This study aims to determine the use and influence of the project-based learning model (PjBL) on student learning independence. This research is a type of quasi experimental research with a nonequivalent control group design. The research population is all students of grade IV of UPT SPF SD Inpres Maccini, Makassar City which totals 71 students. The sampling technique uses purposive sampling to determine a homogeneous class, then continues with random sampling through lots to determine the experimental class and the control class. The research sample consisted of class IV A as an experimental class with 25 students applying the PjBL model, and class IV B as a control class with 23 students using conventional learning. Data collection uses observations and validated learning independence questionnaires. Data analysis used a t-test with a significance level of 5%. The results show that the use of the PjBL model can increase students' learning independence through collaborative learning, with students playing an active role in completing projects and teachers playing the role of facilitators. In addition, there is a significant influence of the PjBL model on student learning independence, as evidenced by a significance value of 0.0058 < 0.05 in the t-test. The average post test score of learning independence in the experimental class was 95.2, which was significantly higher than that of the control class, which was 88.43. Based on these results, it can be concluded that the PjBL model is effective in increasing student learning independence and has a significant positive influence on social studies learning in grade IV UPT SPF SD Inpres Maccini, Makassar City.
subject: Research
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subject: Natural and Social Science (IPAS)
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subject: Learning Independence
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subject: Project-Based Learning Model
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subject: Elemntary School
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creator: Nur Abidah Idrus
creator: Yusnadi
creator: Abd. Rahim
creator: Wahyuni Fitria Rahman
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Nur Abidah Idrus, Yusnadi, Abd. Rahim, Wahyuni Fitria Rahman https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-12-08
publication date: 2025-12-08
starting page: 384
ending page: 396
doi: 10.33096/tamaddun.v24i2.1011

The Impact of Study Club on English Speaking Skills: Student Perceptions
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description: This study investigates the impact of the English Study Club at Al-Qolam University on students’ speaking skills, addressing the problem of limited speaking proficiency due to lack of confidence, insufficient practice opportunities, and unsupportive environments. Employing a descriptive qualitative approach, data were collected through in-depth interviews with five informants, including one administrator and four members (senior and junior), to explore participation dynamics, motivations, challenges, and outcomes. Findings reveal that the Study Club significantly enhances speaking fluency and confidence by providing a safe, inclusive space for regular practice through diverse activities like debates, presentations, and speaking games, with notable improvements in communicative behavior, particularly among shy students. However, challenges such as inconsistent participation, fear of making mistakes, and technical limitations in vocabulary and grammar persist, necessitating targeted strategies to sustain engagement and address skill gaps. The study concludes that the English Study Club is an effective platform for improving speaking skills, but its success depends on fostering consistent participation, reducing psychological barriers, and incorporating structured technical support to maximize its impact on students’ language proficiency.
subject: Research
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subject: English Study Club
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subject: Speaking Skills
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subject: Confidence Building
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subject: Participation Dynamics
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creator: Muhammad Aldi
creator: Budik Kusworo
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Muhammad Aldi, Budik Kusworo https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-12-05
publication date: 2025-12-05
starting page: 337
ending page: 346
doi: 10.33096/tamaddun.v24i2.957

Representation Of Teenagers' Lifestyles Through Content on Tiktok(A Study of Student Organisation Activists at SMAN 2 Makassar)
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description: TikTok has become one of the most popular social media platforms among teenagers, offering a variety of content ranging from entertainment and challenges to light education. This phenomenon raises questions about how the content consumed and created by teenagers influences their behaviour and lifestyle. This study aims to analyse the influence of TikTok content on teenagers' daily activities, social interactions, and identity expression. This study employs a qualitative case study approach to understand teenagers' self-representation on TikTok at SMAN 2 Makassar, with subjects being active OSIS students who have TikTok accounts. Data was collected through content observation, semi-structured interviews, and literature studies, then analysed thematically and in terms of content to capture visual themes, texts, and social meanings. Data validity was ensured through triangulation, member checks, and rich descriptions, so that the research findings are reliable and provide an in-depth description of how teenagers express their identity, lifestyle, and social interactions. The results of the study show that entertainment, challenges, and light education are the types of content most consumed and created by teenagers. This content represents their lifestyle, including hobbies, fashion, daily habits, and social interactions, and serves as a means of expressing their identity and aspirations. The influence of TikTok content on adolescent behaviour is twofold; on the one hand, it can encourage creativity, positive social interaction, and identity formation, but on the other hand, it can cause social pressure, consumptive behaviour, and psychological effects due to social comparison. This study emphasises the importance of media literacy so that adolescents can use TikTok productively and safely.
subject: Research
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subject: TikTok
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subject: adolescents
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subject: social behaviour
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subject: lifestyle
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subject: social media content
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creator: Rosnan Sulaeman
creator: Syamsu Kamaruddin
creator: Arlin Adam
creator: Najamuddin
creator: Syukurman
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Rosnan Sulaeman, Syamsu Kamaruddin, Arlin Adam, Najamuddin, Syukurman https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-12-05
publication date: 2025-12-05
starting page: 372
ending page: 383
doi: 10.33096/tamaddun.v24i2.1010

Informal Entrepreneurship in the Age of Smart Society 5.0: Digital Adaptation, Platform Dependency, and Social Relationality among Street Vendors in Makassar
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description: This study examines how informal entrepreneurs specifically how street vendors (Pedagang Kaki Lima/PKL) navigate digital transformation in the era of Smart Society 5.0. Unlike narratives of digital optimism that portray technology as universally empowering, our findings reveal an uneven adoption landscape marked by structural constraints, algorithmic dependency, and cultural frictions. Drawing on a qualitative design involving 30 PKL in Makassar, Indonesia, the present study conducted semi-structured interviews, participant observation, and policy analysis to assess how digital tools reshape economic practices and social relations. Results show that digital literacy functions as a form of social capital: younger vendors leverage social media, digital payments, and messaging-based sales to extend market reach, while older vendors experience technological anxiety, mistrust, and a heightened risk of exclusion. Rather than fully digitizing, most PKL adopt hybrid practices that integrate online orders with face-to-face transactions to maintain community ties and autonomy. Engagement with delivery platforms generates new dependencies through commission fees, rating systems, and algorithmic visibility, eroding interpersonal interactions that historically defined PKL commerce. These findings challenge the premise that Smart Society 5.0 inherently promotes digital inclusion and highlight the need for context-specific interventions that protect informal entrepreneurs from extractive platform logics.
subject: Research
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subject: smart society 5.0
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subject: informal economy
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subject: digital inequality
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subject: platform capitalizm
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subject: street vendors
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creator: Syamsu Kamaruddin
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Syamsu Kamaruddin https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-12-05
publication date: 2025-12-05
starting page: 323
ending page: 336
doi: 10.33096/tamaddun.v24i2.1009

The Influence of Environment and Digital Technology on Positive Communication and Character Formation among University Students: A Neurobehavioral Perspective
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description: In the modern digital age, students’ ways of communicating and developing character are deeply shaped by both their surrounding environments and their engagement with technology. This study explores how environmental conditions and digital technology together affect positive communication and character formation among university students, viewed through a neurobehavioral lens. Using a qualitative method, 35 students were purposively chosen and involved through online questionnaires and observation. The results show that supportive families, peers, and campus environments strengthen openness, empathy, and respectful communication (94–97%), while technology enhances communication efficiency (97%) but can also lead to emotional strain (55%). From a neurobehavioral perspective, both environmental and digital factors influence how students regulate emotions and make decisions. The study concludes that balanced interaction between social support and mindful technology use promotes empathy, moral awareness, and emotional stability, key components of strong character and positive communication in higher education.
subject: Research
  topic: section
subject: Environment
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subject: Digital Technology
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subject: Positive Communication
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subject: Neurobehavioral Perspective
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subject: Character Formation
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creator: Marta Friska Tindaon
creator: Rita Hartati
creator: Mhd Agri Amri
creator: Salsabiil Shofaa Ardri
creator: Monika Br. Tobing
creator: Azzahrah Andrianti
creator: Muhammad Abiyyu de Rossi
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Marta Friska Tindaon, Rita Hartati, Mhd Agri Amri, Salsabiil Shofaa Ardri, Monika Br. Tobing, Azzahrah Andrianti, Muhammad Abiyyu de Rossi https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-12-05
publication date: 2025-12-05
starting page: 311
ending page: 322
doi: 10.33096/tamaddun.v24i2.996

A Phenomenological Study of Sibaliparri in the Household Life of the Mandar Community in Tapango Barat Village, Polewali Mandar Regency
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description: This study examines Sibaliparriq, a core cultural value of the Mandar people in West Sulawesi, Indonesia, as a lived household praxis that structures cooperation, gender relations, and family wellbeing. While much gender and development scholarship portrays households as sites of persistent inequality shaped by patriarchal norms, less attention has been given to culturally embedded ethics that actively promote reciprocity and shared responsibility between spouses. Adopting a qualitative descriptive phenomenological approach, this study draws on in-depth interviews, participant observation, and documentation conducted in Tapango Barat Village to explore why Sibaliparriq persists in contemporary household life, how it is enacted in everyday practices, and what impacts families associate with its practice. Data were analyzed using Colaizzi’s phenomenological method to capture participants’ lived meanings and moral reasoning. The findings reveal that Sibaliparriq functions as a relational household praxis integrating moral obligation, pragmatic cooperation, and culturally legitimate forms of agency. It is enacted through negotiated household governance, flexible labor sharing across productive and reproductive domains, and collaborative parenting practices. Participants perceive Sibaliparriq as strengthening household harmony, livelihood resilience, women’s recognized participation in decision-making, and the continuity of Mandar cultural identity. Conceptually, the study situates Sibaliparriq within international debates on cooperative–conflict dynamics and women’s empowerment, demonstrating how locally grounded cultural ethics can operate as informal governance mechanisms that reshape gender relations without requiring a rupture from local cultural norms. The study contributes to comparative gender scholarship by highlighting the importance of culturally embedded pathways to cooperation and empowerment in family life.
subject: Research
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subject: sibaliparri
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subject: household cooperation
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subject: gender relations
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subject: women’s empowerment
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subject: cultural praxis
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creator: Nasrul
creator: Najamuddin
creator: Abdul Rahman A Sakka
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Nasrul, Najamuddin, Abdul Rahman A Sakka https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-12-21
publication date: 2025-12-21
starting page: 424
ending page: 443
doi: 10.33096/tamaddun.v24i2.993

Media Representation of ‘Dark Indonesia’ 2025: A Comparative Framing Analysis of Reuters and The Jakarta Post
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description: This study investigates how Reuters and The Jakarta Post framed Indonesia’s 2025 student protests, emphasizing differences in media orientation and narrative construction. Employing a qualitative descriptive approach, the analysis integrates Goffman’s (1974) concept of frame as a social schema, Entman’s (1993) four framing elements, and Semetko and Valkenburg’s (2000) five generic frames. The data were drawn from one article in each outlet, selected purposively from coverage published during the protest’s peak period in February 2025. Findings reveal that Reuters employed an event-centered and neutral tone, framing the protests primarily as a reaction to economic policy and government legitimacy. In contrast, The Jakarta Post adopted a more domestically engaged framing that emphasized democratic ideals, civic responsibility, and national identity through moral and responsibility frames. The comparative analysis reveals that institutional and editorial contexts influence media narratives, where international media tend to maintain neutrality, while domestic outlets often embed political dissent within their national discourse. This study contributes to comparative media studies by revealing how framing practices construct distinct portrayals of political activism within Southeast Asian contexts.
subject: Research
  topic: section
subject: Media framing
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subject: Reuters
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subject: The Jakarta Post
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subject: Indonesia student protest
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subject: comparative analysis
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creator: Muhammad Fikri Haikal Putra
creator: Iskandar Iskandar
creator: Sukardi Weda
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Muhammad Fikri Haikal Putra, Iskandar, Sukardi Weda https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2026-06-04
publication date: 2026-06-04
starting page: 1
ending page: 9
doi: 10.33096/tamaddun.v25i1.989

The Motivational Core of L2 Academic Writing: A Systematic Review of Theory, Research, and Pedagogy
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description: Academic writing is a formidable challenge for English as a Foreign Language (EFL) learners, with motivation being a critical determinant of success. This systematic literature review synthesizes the theoretical and empirical landscape of motivation in EFL academic writing. It traces the evolution of key conceptual frameworks, from foundational dichotomies to contemporary socio-dynamic models like the L2 Motivational Self System. A thematic analysis of the literature identifies three core clusters of motivational determinants: the writer's internal world (e.g., self-efficacy, attributions), the nature of the writing task (e.g., choice, authenticity), and the learning environment (e.g., teacher support, classroom climate). The review further examines the motivational impact of pedagogical interventions, including various forms of feedback and the integration of technology from collaborative platforms to generative AI. The discussion proposes an integrated model where motivation emerges from the interplay of identity, agency, and context, highlighting critical research gaps and outlining a forward-looking agenda.
subject: Research
  topic: section
subject: L2 writing motivation
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subject: academic writing
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subject: EFL
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subject: self-determination theory
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subject: pedagogical strategies
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creator: Sahril Nur
creator: Geminastiti Sakkir
creator: Auliyanti Sahril Nurfadhilah
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Sahril Nur, Geminastiti Sakkir, Auliyanti Sahril Nurfadhilah https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-12-05
publication date: 2025-12-05
starting page: 297
ending page: 310
doi: 10.33096/tamaddun.v24i2.984

The Effectiveness of Integrating Grammar and Writing Instructions through Systemic Functional Linguistics
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description: This study examines the effectiveness of integrating grammar instruction with writing activities through the framework of Systemic Functional Linguistics (SFL) to enhance the writing skills of senior high school students in an English as a Foreign Language (EFL) context. The research employed a pre-experimental one-group pre-test and post-test design involving 29 students from Class XI.TL.1 at SMAN 11 Makassar. Over five instructional sessions, students were taught grammar in a contextualized manner by embedding it within the writing of hortatory exposition texts, guided by SFL principles such as Theme–Rheme organization, transitivity, and cohesive devices. Data were collected through writing tasks administered before and after the intervention and analyzed using descriptive statistics, paired-sample t-tests, and normalized gain (N-Gain) analysis to determine the magnitude and significance of improvement. The findings revealed a statistically significant increase in students’ grammar accuracy, coherence, and cohesion in writing, with an N-Gain score indicating upper-medium effectiveness. These results demonstrate that integrating grammar and writing instruction through SFL not only bridges the gap between form and function but also supports the development of meaningful, well-structured texts. The study underscores the pedagogical value of adopting functional grammar approaches in EFL classrooms and recommends further research to explore their application across different genres and proficiency levels.
subject: Research
  topic: section
subject: Systemic Functional Linguistics
  topic: keywords
subject: grammar instruction
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subject: writing skills
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subject: EFL
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subject: hortatory exposition
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creator: Ulfiana Ulfiana
creator: La Sunra
creator: Muhammad Miftah Fauzan
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Ulfiana Ulfiana, Dr. La Sunra, S.Pd., M.Hum. , Muhammad Miftah Fauzan, S.Pd., M.Pd. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-12-05
publication date: 2025-12-05
starting page: 288
ending page: 296
doi: 10.33096/tamaddun.v24i2.982

Evaluating Inquiry-Based Learning as A Pedagogical Strategy in Achieving Outcome-Based Education Targets in EFL Writing
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description: This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of the Inquiry-based Learning approach in achieving Outcome-based Education targets in teaching writing skills as a foreign language. A quantitative method was employed, using a one-group pre-test and post-test design. The participants consisted of 34 students, who participated in writing tasks with different topics administered at the pre-test and post-test stages. The data were analyzed using the Wilcoxon Signed Rank Test, due to the non-parametric distribution. The analysis revealed significant improvement in students’ writing skills, including paragraph structures, idea development, lexical precision, and academic language style. These findings indicate that Inquiry-Based Learning effectively fosters active student engagement, promotes self-directed exploration, and enhances the ability to strengthen written expressions. Based on the results, it can be concluded that Inquiry-based Learning is a relevant and effective strategy for achieving Outcome-Based Education goals in the context of EFL writing competencies.
subject: Research
  topic: section
subject: Inquiry-Based Learning
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subject: Outcome-Based Education
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subject: EFL Writing
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creator: Siti Nurfadhilah Gani
creator: Munir
creator: La Sunra
creator: Syarifuddin Dollah
creator: Muhammad Tahir
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Siti Nurfadhilah Gani, Munir, La Sunra, Syarifuddin Dollah, Tahir https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-12-05
publication date: 2025-12-05
starting page: 347
ending page: 353
doi: 10.33096/tamaddun.v24i2.964

‘Mujahadah’ as Moral Education for Students through Hermeneutic Transcendental of "Poison Tree" by William Blake's Poetry
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description: A literary work of art has the power to directly influence people's thoughts simply by reading a single poem, such as William Blake's "Poison Tree. " The main focus of this study is to explore how any kind of poetry can offer people a way of life, moral education, and new experiences. This research is qualitative in nature and uses content analysis to examine William Blake's poem "Poison Tree. " Hermeneutics, which is often used in literary studies, is regarded as one of the oldest scientific methods and has roots dating back to the time of Plato. This study centers on interpreting the poem to identify the moral values it conveys, using transcendental hermeneutics in the context of the society 5. 0 era, and to explore the types of character education that can be gained. The findings reveal that 'Mujahadah' refers to a struggle against one's passions and the devil, involving a serious effort to overcome these inner conflicts. As stated in a hadith narrated by Bukhari and Muslim, a truly strong person is not one who is physically powerful, but someone who can control their desires even when angry. In the era of disruption brought about by the industrial revolution, transitioning towards society 5. 0, literary works like poetry through the use of internet information technology (IoT) and services (IoS), combined with persuasive spiritual cleansing, light, and wise character education.
subject: Research
  topic: section
subject: Mujahadah
  topic: keywords
subject: hermeneutic transcendental
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subject: Poetry
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subject: akhlaq education
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creator: Abdollah Abdollah
creator: Sulastri Sulastri
creator: Ratnawati Ratnawati
creator: Sri Ramdayani
creator: Husnul Mujaddidah
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Abdollah Abdollah, Sulastri, Ratnawati, Sri, Mujaddidah https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-07-28
publication date: 2025-07-28
starting page: 242
ending page: 254
doi: 10.33096/tamaddun.v24i1.960

The Teacher’s Perception of Reinforcement and Its Impact on Student Engagement in English Language Learning: A Qualitative Study
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description: This study explores the perception of an English teacher regarding the use of reinforcement and its impact on student engagement in English language learning. Conducted at SMPN 40 Makassar, the research utilized a qualitative descriptive approach to investigate how the teacher views reinforcement as a tool to support behavioral, emotional, and cognitive engagement. The primary data were gathered through an in-depth interview with one male eighth-grade English teacher and supplemented by six classroom observations conducted over a three-week period. The findings revealed that the teacher perceives reinforcement not merely as a classroom management technique but as a powerful pedagogical strategy to stimulate motivation, reduce learning anxiety, and foster students’ sense of belonging and competence in the English classroom. Verbal reinforcement, such as praise and addressing students by name, and non-verbal reinforcement, such as smiling, gestures, and eye contact, were consistently applied throughout the observed lessons. The teacher also emphasized the importance of applying reinforcement equitably and intentionally, tailoring it to the diverse personalities and needs of students. These insights align with the theoretical frameworks of Skinner, Bandura, Deci & Ryan, and Fredricks et al. Reinforcement, as perceived and practiced by the teacher, plays a significant role in enhancing student engagement and creating an inclusive, supportive learning environment.
subject: Research
  topic: section
subject: reinforcement
  topic: keywords
subject: teacher perception
  topic: keywords
subject: student engagement
  topic: keywords
subject: classroom interaction
  topic: keywords
subject: EFL teaching
  topic: keywords
subject: qualitative research
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creator: Ananda Salsabilah Ramadhani
creator: Amirullah Abduh
creator: Abdul Halim
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Ananda Salsabilah Ramadhani, Amirullah Abduh, Abdul Halim https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-08-09
publication date: 2025-08-09
starting page: 265
ending page: 273
doi: 10.33096/tamaddun.v24i1.956

Pragmatic Analysis of Ramadan Greetings Among Arabic-Speaking Academics on WhatsApp
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description: This study explores how Arabic-speaking academic colleagues exchanged Ramadan greetings on WhatsApp during Ramadan 2025. A total of 56 messages were collected and examined using qualitative content analysis. The focus was on the language used and the social purposes behind these greetings. Common phrases such as ‘Ramadan Kareem’ and ‘Ramadan Mubarak’ were frequently used, serving not just as polite expressions but as meaningful speech acts that helped build social bonds and express shared cultural and religious values. The study also looked at the emojis that often accompanied the greetings such as crescent moons, praying hands and hearts which added layers of politeness, unity and spiritual sentiment. The findings show how WhatsApp allows people to adapt traditional greetings into shorter, more modern formats, helping to maintain cultural traditions even in professional digital spaces. This research adds to our understanding of digital communication and shows how language use is shaped by culture and context in mobile messaging among Arabic-speaking professionals
subject: Research
  topic: section
subject: Ramadan Greetings
  topic: keywords
subject: Arabic-speaking academics
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subject: WhatsApp Communication
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subject: Linguistic Pragmatics
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subject: Digital Discourse
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creator: Hasan Alalmay
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Hasan Alalmay https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-12-05
publication date: 2025-12-05
starting page: 274
ending page: 287
doi: 10.33096/tamaddun.v24i2.954

Fostering Qur’anic Character through Virtual Recitation: A Qualitative Study of the Khatam Al-Qur’an Programme at an Indonesian Medical Faculty
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description: This study investigates the implementation and impact of Qur’anic recitation completion (khatam Al-Qur’an) activities as a medium for character development among students at the Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Muslim Indonesia (UMI), Makassar. The research is guided by three primary questions: (1) What is the structure of the khatam Al-Qur’an program in the context of student character formation? (2) What character values are cultivated through this activity? and (3) How effective is the implementation of the khatam Al-Qur’an program within the faculty environment? The objective is to analyze the implementation process, identify the character values fostered, and assess the program’s effectiveness in integrating spiritual and professional development among medical students. The activity is held regularly during the holy month of Ramadan and is positioned as a strategic initiative for character education grounded in Islamic spiritual values. A qualitative descriptive approach was employed, using data collected through observations, in-depth interviews, and questionnaires administered to participating students and program facilitators. The results reveal that the program is systematically implemented in both online and offline formats through two main modalities: (1) One Day One Juz (ODOJ), conducted individually, and (2) collective qira’ah sessions, carried out in turns via virtual platforms or face-to-face gatherings. These formats effectively instill core character values such as religiosity, honesty, discipline, responsibility, and inner peace. Students reported that participation in the program significantly enhanced their spiritual well-being, boosted academic motivation, and shaped a strong foundation for ethical professionalism in the medical field. The present study sheds light on the khatam Al-Qur’an program conducted during Ramadan which serves as an effective and integrative tool for character development, bridging spiritual enrichment with academic and p…
subject: Research
  topic: section
subject: Character Development
  topic: keywords
subject: Qur’anic Recitation
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subject: Ramadan
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subject: Islamic Values
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subject: Medical Students
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creator: Nanu Nugraha
creator: Akhmad Syahid
creator: Nuraeni Abdullah
creator: Yusril Muhammad Arsyad
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Nanu Nugraha, Akhmad Syahid, Nuraeni Abdullah, Yusril Muhammad Arsyad https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-07-29
publication date: 2025-07-29
starting page: 255
ending page: 264
doi: 10.33096/tamaddun.v24i1.953

Speech Events in the Indonesian Version of Miracle in Cell No. 7 and YouTube Discussion Pages: A Digital Communication Context Analysis Using Dell Hymes’ “Speaking” Model
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description: This study investigates the structure and characteristics of speech events in two distinct communicative contexts using Dell Hymes’ SPEAKING model: the Indonesian adaptation of the film Miracle in Cell No. 7 and an online legal discussion hosted on Sahabat ICW’s YouTube channel. The research applies qualitative content analysis to identify and compare the elements of Setting, Participants, Ends, Act Sequence, Key, Instrumentalities, Norms, and Genre across both sources. In total, the film provided 129 communication segments with complex emotional and narrative elements, whereas the YouTube discussion reflected a more structured and formal discourse with 11 primary communication goals and four active participants. Findings indicate that while both contexts employ the same communicative components, their application varies significantly based on purpose, medium, and audience. The film emphasizes emotional expression and moral storytelling, illustrating themes of injustice, empathy, and human dignity through a diverse range of speech acts and multimodal cues. In contrast, the online discussion focuses on civic education and legal advocacy, employing a formal tone and structured interaction within a virtual public sphere. The study concludes that Dell Hymes’ SPEAKING model remains a robust framework for analyzing discourse in both fictional and real-time digital settings, offering critical insights into the cultural, emotional, and social dimensions of communication.
subject: Research
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subject: SPEAKING model
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subject: speech events
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subject: digital discourse
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subject: film analysis
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subject: Sociolinguistics
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creator: Lia Khairun Nisa
creator: Shafruddin Tadjuddin
creator: Sri Harini Ekowati
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Lia Khairun Nisa, Tadjuddin, Sri Harini Ekowati https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-07-13
publication date: 2025-07-13
starting page: 229
ending page: 241
doi: 10.33096/tamaddun.v24i1.952

Balancing Precision and Voice: A Qualitative Study of QuillBot’s Role in Enhancing EFL Students’ Writing Skills
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description: This qualitative study investigates the role of the AI-powered writing assistant QuillBot in enhancing the writing skills of secondary-level English as a Foreign Language (EFL) students in Indonesia. Twenty participants engaged with QuillBot over an eight-week period during writing assignments. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews and analysis of pre- and post-intervention writing samples. The findings indicate that QuillBot contributed significantly to improvements in grammar, sentence structure, and vocabulary usage. Non-native English speakers, in particular, demonstrated notable gains in mechanical accuracy and lexical variety. However, the tool's limitations became apparent in areas requiring higher-order thinking, such as content development, coherence, and creativity. A subset of students expressed concern about over-reliance on the tool, reporting decreased confidence when writing independently and a perceived loss of personal voice in their work. Engagement was initially high but declined over time, suggesting the novelty of AI feedback may diminish without sustained pedagogical scaffolding. The study highlights the dual potential of AI writing tools to support surface-level writing improvements while risking dependence and reduced autonomy. Implications include the need for balanced instructional approaches that combine AI feedback with human guidance to preserve critical thinking and authorial identity. Recommendations for future research include longitudinal studies and hybrid models integrating teacher- and AI-mediated feedback.
subject: Research
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subject: AI writing assistant
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subject: EFL writing
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subject: academic writing
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subject: student voice
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creator: Wildatul Maghfirah
creator: Zainuddin Zainuddin
creator: Beny Hamdani
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Wildatul Maghfirah, Zainuddin Zainuddin, Beny Hamdani https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
date: 2025-07-01
publication date: 2025-07-01
starting page: 111
ending page: 123
doi: 10.33096/tamaddun.v24i1.950