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Dissecting logical statements in EFL undergraduate thesis abstracts: Gaining insight through cohesive and coherent mechanisms Pirman Ginting; Sulistya Ningsih Pratiwi; Ika Agustina; Yenni Hasnah; Rosmen Rosmen
English Language Teaching Educational Journal Vol. 9 No. 1 (2026)
Publisher : Universitas Ahmad Dahlan

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.12928/eltej.v9i1.13644

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A well-structured composition must be both coherent and cohesive, enabling arguments to flow logically and ensuring clarity for readers. Yet, this critical aspect of academic writing is often overlooked, particularly in the thesis abstracts of EFL college students. Thus, this study investigates how cohesive and coherent mechanisms are employed to construct logical arguments in student-written thesis abstracts. By applying qualitative content analysis, the research examined patterns of cohesive ties and their contribution to overall textual coherence. The data employed for this research were ten theses abstracts accessed publicly from the universities’ official repositories.  The findings indicate that cohesive devices play a crucial role in shaping coherence, with greater cohesion typically resulting in stronger logical connections within the text. Transition markers, which establish semantic links between clauses and sentences, emerged as the most influential indicators of coherence. These markers guided readers through the arguments and ensured a more unified presentation of ideas. The results suggest that the effective use of cohesive and coherent strategies not only improves the clarity of thesis abstracts but also enhances their academic quality. This highlights the pedagogical need to integrate explicit instruction on cohesion and coherence into EFL writing courses. By fostering students’ awareness and mastery of these devices, educators can support the development of more precise, persuasive, and professional academic writing. Ultimately, improving these skills can raise the standard of student theses and contribute to higher levels of scholarly communication.
The Impact of Implementing Game-Based Learning on Student Motivation and Engagement Ika Agustina; Wang Joshua; Julanos Julanos; Matteson Niva
Journal Emerging Technologies in Education Vol. 2 No. 3 (2024)
Publisher : Yayasan Adra Karima Hubbi

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70177/jete.v2i3.1069

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Background:The implementation of game-based learning is an inclusive learninggame elements into an educational context. These game elements will produce a more dynamic and interesting learning experience. This interesting interactive experience encourages students to become more involved, thereby fostering a strong desire to understand and master the learning material. Research purposes:This research was conducted with the aim of understanding the relationship between the implementation of game-based learning and student motivation and engagement. Apart from that, it also aims to find out the challenges of implementing game-based learning. Method:The method used in this research is a quantitative method.This method is a way of collecting numerical data that can be tested. Data was collected through distributing questionnaires addressed to students. Furthermore, the data that has been collected from the results of distributing the questionnaire will be accessible in Excel format which can then be processed using SPSS. Results:From the research results, it can be seen that game-based learning is something that has become a trend in the world of education.By adapting technology to game-based learning, education can become more relevant and dynamic, and students' diverse learning styles can be accepted. Conclusion:From this research, researchers can conclude that the impact of implementing game-based learning,can encourage students to participate more actively in the learning process. So that student motivation and involvement becomes higher in the learning process.