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Appreciation and Judgement in Google Maps Restaurant Reviews in Marina Bay, Singapore Melani Rahayu; Dedi Sulaeman; Ika Yatmikasari
Journal of Educational Studies Vol. 4 No. 2 (2026): July
Publisher : Lembaga Bale Literasi

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58218/jes.v4i2.3469

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Online restaurant reviews have become an important source of information in shaping customer perceptions and influencing dining decisions in digital platforms such as Google Maps. However, there is still limited linguistic analysis focusing on how evaluative meanings are constructed within these reviews, particularly in terms of Appreciation and Judgement. This study aims to analyze how Appreciation and Judgement are realized in Google Maps restaurant reviews in the Marina Bay Area, Singapore. This research employs a qualitative descriptive design using qualitative content analysis guided by Systemic Functional Linguistics, specifically the Appraisal Theory proposed by Martin and White (2005), to interpret evaluative meanings in naturally occurring restaurant reviews. The data consist of 16 selected restaurant reviews collected from Google Maps and analyzed based on attitudinal resources. The findings show that Appreciation is predominantly used to evaluate food quality, ambience, and overall dining experience, while Judgement is mainly directed toward staff behavior and service performance. Positive evaluations are more frequently expressed compared to negative ones, indicating generally favorable customer experiences. The findings contribute to the application of Appraisal Theory in digital tourism discourse by demonstrating how evaluative language systematically constructs customer perceptions of food, service, and dining experiences in location-specific restaurant reviews.
English for Islamic Studies: A Book Review Muhammad Nurfazri; Dedi Sulaeman
Gunung Djati Conference Series Vol. 63 (2026): The 11th Conference Series Learning Class: Religious and Social Humaniora
Publisher : UIN Sunan Gunung Djati Bandung

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15575/gdcs.v63i.3350

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This review evaluates the book English for Islamic Studies: Reading and Exercise Book by Yuli Astutik and Ruli Astuti. The review begins with a brief introduction to the book, the authors’ background, and the book’s main features. The review then presents a description and evaluation of the book’s content based on its central themes. Through 14 units, the authors explore the integration of English language proficiency and Islamic values, covering social ethics, rituals, health, and the history of Islamic civilization. The authors suggest that English instruction in the context of English for Specific Purposes (ESP) must validate learners’ religious identities. The review concludes that the book is an important tool for English language teaching practitioners in Islamic educational settings. However, there is room for improvement in the range of cognitive tasks.
Shaping Illocutionary Force through Pragmatic Markers in Nosedive (Black Mirror, 2016) Malika Latif Nugroho; Dedi Sulaeman; Erlan Aditya Ardiansyah
General English Education Vol 6 No 2 (2026): EBONY- Journal of English Language Teaching, Linguistics, and Literature
Publisher : The Study Program of English Education of Palangka Raya University 

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37304/ebony.v6i2.26106

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Although speech acts and pragmatic markers are both central to meaning-making in interaction, most previous research has examined them separately, leaving a gap in understanding how they function together to shape illocutionary force in socially sensitive communication. This study addresses that gap by exploring how pragmatic markers shape the illocutionary force of speech acts in Nosedive (Black Mirror, 2016), a fictional context in which a social rating system intensifies the pressure on speakers to manage politeness, image, and interpersonal approval. Using a qualitative descriptive approach, 178 utterances were purposively selected from the episode transcript and analyzed using Searle's (1969, 1979) speech act classification and Fraser's (1996) pragmatic marker framework. The findings show that discourse markers are the most dominant category, appearing through markers such as well, but, so, I mean, and you know to organize discourse, signal contrast, and elaborate meaning, while commentary markers such as just, sorry, um, and uh soften the force of utterances and reduce face-threatening acts. Parallel markers signal interpersonal stance, and basic markers signal illocutionary force directly through performative expressions. This study contributes to pragmatic studies by showing that pragmatic markers do not merely organize discourse but also actively adjust the perceived force of speech acts in socially evaluative interaction.
Genes or Jeans? A Peircean Semiotic Analysis of Co-Occurrence and Dual Interpretation in the “Sydney Sweeney Has Great Jeans” Advertisement Mila Amanda; Dedi Sulaeman; Myrna Nur Sakinah
Lingua Susastra Vol 7, No 1 (2026)
Publisher : Departemen Bahasa dan Sastra Indonesia dan Daerah

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24036/ls.v7i1.555

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This study examines how co-occurring sign-processes in an advertisement generate multiple interpretations. The object of analysis is the Sydney Sweeney Has Great Jeans advertisement released by American Eagle in July 2025. The advertisement attracted widespread public attention because it gave rise to two publicly documented interpretations: a commercial interpretation confirmed by the brand and a biological interpretation associated with eugenics discourse reported in news media. Drawing on Peirce's trichotomies and Bateman's account of co-occurring sign-processes, this study analyzes the verbal and visual elements across four selected segments using a descriptive qualitative approach. The findings show that the ambiguity does not result from the combination or blending of different sign categories into a single sign. Rather, it arises from the co-occurrence of distinct verbal and visual sign-processes in which the phonetic qualisign /dʒiːnz/ is realized as a spoken sinsign capable of instantiating two competing symbolic legisigns, “genes” and “jeans”. These sign-processes enable divergent dynamic interpretants to develop simultaneously.
Personalizing EFL Learning in Inclusive Classrooms: The Role of Generative AI in Differentiated Instruction Putri Azzahra Henda Puspitasari; Mia Amaliah; Andang Saehu; Cipto Wardoyo; Dedi Sulaeman
JEPAL (Journal of English Pedagogy and Applied Linguistics) Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): July 2026
Publisher : Ma'soem University

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32627/jepal.v7i1.2120

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Generative AI has emerged as a promising tool for addressing learners diversity in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) classrooms. However, previous studies have primarily examined the use of generative AI to support language learning, leaving a limited understanding of how generative AI supports differentiated instruction in inclusive EFL contexts. This study aims to investigate how generative AI supports differentiated instruction in inclusive EFL classrooms by addressing learners' diverse readiness levels, interests, and learning profiles. Employing a qualitative descriptive design, the study involved six EFL teachers from different schools who were purposively selected for their experience implementing generative AI in inclusive EFL classrooms. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews, classroom observations, and document analysis, and were analyzed using thematic analysis. The findings reveal that generative AI assists teachers in adapting instructional content, learning processes, and assessment to accommodate learners' diverse needs. It also enabled teachers to foster student engagement by providing adaptive feedback, personalized learning experiences, and multimodal learning resources. Nevertheless, the implementation of generative AI continues to face three challenges, including limited technological infrastructure, insufficient teacher training, and concerns regarding excessive reliance on AI. These findings contribute to the growing understanding of AI-assisted differentiated instruction and provide practical insights for integrating generative AI into inclusive EFL teaching.
English as a Foreing Language Learners’ Perception of Internet Media on English Speaking Skill Rofi’uddarozat Rofi’uddarozat; Tarmidzi Tibyan Purnama; Dedi Sulaeman
Jurnal Perspektif Vol 9 No 1 (2025): Jurnal Perspektif
Publisher : UIN Sunan Gunung Djati Bandung

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15575/jp.v9i1.320

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English is a dominant global language, with internet media playing a crucial role in language learning. This study examines EFL learners’ perceptions of internet media’s impact on speaking skills, focusing on vocabulary, pronunciation, and fluency. Using a descriptive qualitative approach, data were collected through interviews with five EFL learners from diverse backgrounds. The results indicate that internet media, particularly YouTube, social media, and online games, enhance language acquisition through exposure to authentic content. However, barriers such as the lack of conversation partners and low confidence hinder speaking practice. While internet media facilitates passive learning, interactiveengagement remains essential for fluency. This study recommends integrating video-based learning and interactive language platforms to enhance speaking skills effectively.
Musik dan Morfologi: Eksplorasi Visual Album Blackpink Dedi Sulaeman; Fanny Meilani; Fidela Shaumi Suryadi
Blantika: Multidisciplinary Journal Vol. 2 No. 2 (2024): Blantika: Multidisciplinary Journal
Publisher : PT. Publikasiku Academic Solution

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.57096/blantika.v2i2.82

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Penelitian ini memusatkan pada morfologi dengan menghubungkannya pada kajian musik Blackpink dan beberapa lagu dari albumnya The Album dan Born Pink. Dalam penelitian ini, masalah yang dibahas adalah pemakaian free morpheme dan bound morpheme dalam lirik lagu Blackpink dari kedua album tersebut, seperti Love to Hate Me, Crazy Over You (dari album The Album), The Happiest Girl, dan Typa Girl (dari album Born Pink). Metode yang digunakan ialah deskriptif-kualitatif. Dari hasil penelitian dapat disimpulkan bahwa lagu Love to Hate Me, Crazy Over You (dari album The Album), The Happiest Girl, dan Typa Girl (dari album Born Pink) ditemukan adanya morpheme terikat, entah itu prefiks, infiks, suffiks dan morpheme bebas.
Co-Authors Abd Hannan EF Adawiyah, Siti Rabiah Afita Nur Hayati Aisy, Ghina Rohadatul Aldiansyah Munawar Al Fachri Ali, Hapid Amalia Nafianty Shagita Amelia, Alma Dwi Andang Saehu, Andang Anis Khoirunnisa Syahrussalamah Anisa Hanifah Ary Maulana Muaripin Assiddiqi , Hasbi ⁠Hafizudin, ⁠Hafizudin Darojatun, Desri Utari Dedy Setiawan Dhisa Ayu Damayanti Dhisa Ayu Damayanti Erlan Aditya Ardiansyah Erni Haryanti Fadillah, Ega Nur Fanny Meilani Farida Ariyani Fauzan, Hilman Fauzi, Asep Ridwan Fauziyyah, Gesha Lailatul Fidela Shaumi Suryadi Fikri, Fakhri Fourus Huznatul Abqoriyyah Hanifa Mawadah Hanifah, Anisa Husaeni, Nabiel Azhari Ika Yatmikasari Imani, Anugrah Imas Sumiati . Kamilasari, Mila Kamilia, Adila Khoirotusyarifah Mahdalena Mahdalena Malika Latif Nugroho Marinda, Sri Mellia Maulana, Arli Maulani Saskiya Melani Rahayu Mia Amaliah Mila Amanda Muhamad Iqbal Al Hilal Muhammad Aminuddin Muhammad Aminuddin, Muhammad Muhammad Nurfazri Muhammad Nurfazri Myrna Nur Sakinah Nabiel Azhari Husaeni Nayla Sabrina Nia Kurniawati Nishfa Auranissa Rachman Nugraha, Ariska Nur'aida, Ai Nurfazri, Muhammad Nurhapitudin, Irman Nuzula, Rima Nabilah Palqi Wijdani Perda, Meri Permanaludin, Udayani Priyawan, Pepen Putri Azzahra Henda Puspitasari Rahmani, Niswah Qintara Randa, Alyaa Hilmianti Richa Noer Hidayati Rofi’uddarozat Rofi’uddarozat Rohaedi, Tedi Ruminda Ruminda S. Truna, Dody Sajidin Sajidin Sajidin Sajidin Sajidin, Sajidin Salsabila, Irma Nuraeni Santika, Rani Saridah, Siti Sembiring, Rinawati Siti Masitoh Solihah, Siti Nuraeni Supriatna, Deri Suyatman, Ujang Tarmidzi Tibyan Purnama Taufik Ridwan, Taufik Ummah, Nur Fadlilah Khoerul Vini Rizki Nurodiah Wardoyo, Cipto Winanda Ayu Ningtyas Windayani, Neneng Yatmikasari, Ika ⁠Hafizudin, ⁠Hafizudin