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PRESERVING PERSUASIVE MORAL MESSAGES IN CHILDREN LITERATURE Pratama, Ananda Firda; Tabi’in, Uais Alqarnie Sayyidut; Ramadhani, Sayla Nur Syahfah; Pujimahanani, Cahyaningsih; Pasopati, Rommel Utungga; Yuliastuti, Anicleta
Jurnal Citra Multidisiplin Vol. 1 No. 4 (2026): Jurnal Citra Multidisiplin
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.38048/jcm.v1i4.6859

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This study examines how persuasive moral messages are preserved and communicated in children's literature. Although children's stories have long served as vehicles for moral education, little attention has been given to the specific narrative strategies that sustain persuasive moral elements within them. Using a qualitative textual analysis approach, this study analyzes selected children's stories to identify recurring moral themes and the persuasive techniques used to convey them. The findings reveal that moral values such as honesty, kindness, cooperation, responsibility, and perseverance are effectively communicated through character modeling, consequence-based storytelling, and emotionally engaging narratives. These strategies enable young readers to internalize moral lessons while remaining engaged with the story. This study concludes that preserving persuasive moral elements in children's literature is essential for supporting moral education and cultural value transmission across generations.
EXAMINING CULTURAL APPEALS IN PERSUASIVE AUDIO AND VIDEO MATERIALS Simbolon, Sinta Uli; Reku, Angelina Merici Wua; Dermawan, Zahwa Amelia Putri; Sarmi, Ni Nyoman; Pujimahanani, Cahyaningsih; Pasopati, Rommel Utungga
Jurnal Citra Multidisiplin Vol. 1 No. 4 (2026): Jurnal Citra Multidisiplin
Publisher : STKIP Citra Bakti

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.38048/jcm.v1i4.6893

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This study explores the role of cultural appeals in shaping persuasive communication in audio and video media. Cultural appeals refer to the use of shared values, beliefs, traditions, and social norms to influence audience perception and behavior. Grounded in communication and cultural studies, this research explores how cultural references are embedded in both audio formats, such as podcasts and radio, and video formats, including advertisements and digital media content. In audio media, cultural appeals are often conveyed through language choice, storytelling, accents, and culturally specific narratives that resonate with listeners’ identities and experiences. In contrast, video media incorporate visual symbols, settings, clothing, and gestures that more explicitly represent cultural contexts and enhance audience recognition. Using a comparative analytical approach, this study evaluates selected audio and video samples to identify how cultural elements are emphasized and interpreted across different media. The findings suggest that while both formats effectively employ cultural appeals, video media provide a more immediate and vivid representation of cultural identity, whereas audio fosters deeper personal interpretation and imagination. In conclusion, this study contributes to the understanding of persuasive communication by highlighting the importance of cultural sensitivity and relevance, offering practical insights for content creators aiming to engage diverse audiences effectively.