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Magfirah Thayyib
Universitas Islam Negeri Palopo
Humanities Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media

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Linguistic landscape of culinary businesses in Palopo Masruddin Masruddin; Amelia Amelia; St. Annazila Cahyani Ajma; Magfirah Thayyib
Linguistics Initiative Vol. 6 No. 1 (2026)
Publisher : Pusat Studi Bahasa dan Publikasi Ilmiah

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.53696/27753719.61432

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This study investigates the linguistic landscape of the culinary business in Palopo Town, South Sulawesi Province, Indonesia, addressing the limited research on smaller urban contexts with distinct local languages and commercial dynamics. The research aims to identify the most frequently used languages in culinary signboards and to explore the motivations behind these linguistic choices. Employing a qualitative approach, data were collected through field observation in October 2025, resulting in 20 photographed culinary signboards. The analysis used the interactive model, involving data reduction, categorization based on language composition and communicative function, and sociolinguistic interpretation. The findings reveal four categories: monolingual English (40%), monolingual Indonesian or local languages (30%), bilingual (15%), and multilingual (5%). English is predominantly associated with modernity and global identity, while Indonesian and local languages signal cultural closeness and authenticity. Most business names are non-clausal nominal phrases, emphasizing brevity and branding efficiency. The results demonstrate that language choice in Palopo’s culinary signage functions not only as identification but also as a strategic tool for identity representation, market positioning, and negotiation between global and local values in public space.
Exploring English Teachers' Perception of the Ruang GTK Platform Implementation in Senior High Schools in Palopo Lestari Yanti; Sahraini; Magfirah Thayyib
FOSTER: Journal of English Language Teaching Vol. 6 No. 4 (2025): FOSTER JELT
Publisher : Faculty of Education and Teacher Training of UIN Palopo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24256/foster-jelt.v6i4.264

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This study explores English teachers’ perceptions of the implementation of the Ruang Guru dan Tenaga Kependidikan (Ruang GTK) at SMAN 2 Palopo and SMKN 1 Palopo. As a transformation of PMM, Ruang GTK aims to facilitate teacher professional development, support performance management, and promote innovative teaching aligned with the Merdeka Curriculum. Employing a qualitative descriptive method, the data were collected through interviews, classroom observations, and document analysis involving twelve English teachers. The results indicate that most participants expressed favorable views toward the platform, particularly valuing its ease of access, the practicality of self-directed learning modules such as Pelatihan Mandiri, Diklat, Komunitas, Inspirasi Pembelajaran dan Dokumen Rujukan. These features improved teaching and learning quality. Nevertheless, several underutilized features of the Ruang GTK platform such as Perangkat Ajar, Refleksi Kompetensi, and Sertifikasi Pendidik present key challenges related to relevance, accessibility, and functionality. Teachers noted that the content lacks contextualization for vocational education, some features remain inaccessible, and others offer limited value for non-PPG users. The findings underscore the need for further refinement of the platform to ensure its effectiveness across diverse teaching contexts. This study offers insights into technology-based professional development and highlights the relevance of constructivist learning theory in teaching practice.
Co-Authors Amelia Amelia Lestari Yanti Masruddin Masruddin Sahraini St. Annazila Cahyani Ajma