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UNIVERSITAS ISLAM NEGERI SUMATERA UTARA

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INDONESIAN EFL STUDENTS’ PERCEPTION OF GOOGLE TRANSLATE UTILIZATION AS A TRANSLINGUAL TOOL IN WRITING CLASS Azima, Rizki; Fithriani, Rahmah
Academic Journal PERSPECTIVE: Education, Language, and Literature Vol 12 No 1 (2024)
Publisher : Lembaga Penelitian (The Institute of Research) Universitas Swadaya Gunung Jati

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33603/perspective.v12i1.9165

This study aims to determine how students feel about utilizing Google Translate as a Translating tool when writing in EFL classes. Ten English education majors in their seventh semester participated in this phenomenological case study. data was collected from three participants who were specially chosen based on their responses to the online questionnaires, as well as an online questionnaire distributed to all participants. The data analysis showed that using Google Translate for EFL writing was favorably received. furthermore, they thought Google Translate was helpful since it helped them translate their writing and enhance their vocabulary. it appears that utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) in the form of online translation their written work. According to this study, incorporating AI-based technology into EFL writing will be beneficial in various ways. However, further research is needed to determine the relative impact of each element influencing students' use of AI-based translation tools, particularly Google Translate.

Digital Reading Practices and Urban Narratives: Exploring Medan’s Cityscape in Contemporary Literature Maulina, Intan; Fithriani, Rahmah; Pardi, Pardi
Journal of English Language and Education Vol 10, No 6 (2025)
Publisher : Universitas Pahlawan Tuanku Tambusai

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/jele.v10i6.1625

This study investigates how Medan’s urban identity is constructed and reimagined through both traditional literary works and digital reading practices. Grounded in the constructivist–interpretive paradigm, it analyzes texts by Titan Sadewo, Ika Natassa, Hasan Al Banna, and Lucya Chriz, along with digital platforms such as @beyondthepage.mdn and KleioBuku. The findings reveal that Medan’s cityscape is a dynamic cultural construct shaped by memory, modernity, and digital participation. Digital literary communities foster new modes of interaction, where readers and writers collaboratively reinterpret urban experiences beyond the printed page. By examining these intersections, the study expands Indonesian urban literary discourse and highlights the transformative role of digital media in shaping contemporary representations of place and identity.

Speech Acts Across Cultures: A Comparative Study of Request, Refusal, and Apology in English and Mandarin Devi Alvionita Alindra; Fithriani, Rahmah; Pardi, Pardi
International Journal of English and Applied Linguistics (IJEAL) Vol. 5 No. 3 (2025): Volume 5 Nomor 3 Desember 2025
Publisher : ITScience (Information Technology and Science)

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47709/ijeal.v5i3.7380

This study investigates how the speech acts of request, refusal, and apology are realized across two culturally and linguistically distinct languages: English and Mandarin. Grounded in speech act theory and contemporary approaches to politeness and facework, the research examines how interactional norms, sociocultural values, and contextual expectations shape speakers’ pragmatic choices. While existing scholarship has extensively analyzed these speech acts individually, cross-cultural studies that integrate all three within a unified comparative framework remain limited. To address this gap, the present study employs a qualitative, discourse-based methodology incorporating naturally occurring spoken interactions, documentary and digital media data, and contextual commentaries. Conversation Analysis (CA) and thematic analysis are used to explore linguistic strategies, sequential organization, and culturally embedded meanings.Findings reveal systematic contrasts in directness, mitigation, sequencing, and face-management orientations. English speakers tend to favor explicit forms, efficient sequencing, and concise justification, reflecting low-context communication norms. Mandarin speakers employ greater indirectness, elaborate mitigation, relational alignment, and self-effacement, consistent with high-context communication and face-sensitive cultural orientations. However, patterns also vary by setting, social distance, power relations, and communicative medium, demonstrating that pragmatic behavior is shaped by both cultural tendencies and situational constraints.The study contributes to cross-cultural pragmatics by offering a comparative, multi-layered account of how requests, refusals, and apologies are constructed and negotiated in English and Mandarin. The findings have implications for intercultural communication, language pedagogy, and the development of pragmatic competence among speakers navigating bilingual or multilingual environments.

Investigating Pre-Service Teachers’ Perceptions of Native and Non-Native English Educators and Speakerism Putri Adinda Pratiwi; Rahmah Fithriani
Acuity: Journal of English Language Pedagogy, Literature and Culture Vol. 11 No. 1 (2026): Acuity: Journal of English Language Pedagogy, Literature and Culture
Publisher : LPPM Universitas Advent Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35974/acuity.v11i1.3963

English as a lingua franca (EFL) and World Englishes (WEs) challenge traditional English language teaching paradigms that centred around native-speaker norms, often rooted in the ideology of native speakerism, a persuasive ideology in English language teaching, often leading to biases against No-native English Speaker Teachers (NNESTs). This study aims to understand pre-service English speaker teachers' overall attitudes toward NESTs and NNESTs and explore the factors influencing pre-service English teachers’ preferences. 15 pre-service English teachers in their fifth semester participated in this descriptive qualitative method, which was collected from the questionnaires and interviews. The results show positive attitudes towards NESTs and NNESTs, with a slightly negative attitude towards NNESTs in teaching pronunciation due to native speakerism. In terms of pedagogy, NESTs are engaging and varied in approach, while NNESTs are monotonous but provide bilingual support. Culturally, NESTs provide first-hand exposure, but NNESTs highlight global English diversity. Linguistically, students prefer NESTs for genuine pronunciation of authentic language elements such as slang. These findings reveal there is a tendency for native-speakerism with evidence from participants’ responses. Further studies can expand this research by looking into ways to reduce biases and improve teamwork between NESTs and NNESTs.

Political Meaning-Making In Indonesian Presidential Debates: A Systematic Review Of Multimodal Discourse Analysis Sinaga, Yanti Kristina; Fithriani, Rahmah; Pardi , Pardi
Jurnal Kajian Ilmu Pendidikan (JKIP) Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): Jurnal Kajian Ilmu Pendidikan (JKIP)
Publisher : Lembaga Riset dan Inovasi Almatani

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55583/jkip.v7i1.1994

Political debates are critical sites of meaning-making in democratic elections, where candidates communicate policies, values, and leadership personas through multiple semiotic modes. This study systematically reviews research on multimodal discourse analysis (MDA) of Indonesian presidential debates published between 2020 and 2025, aiming to synthesize theoretical frameworks, analytical practices, and thematic patterns in political communication. Using a structured systematic literature review, peer-reviewed journal articles, conference proceedings, and book chapters were collected from Scopus, Web of Science, Google Scholar, and DOAJ. Studies were screened based on their relevance to Indonesian presidential debates, use of multimodal frameworks, and empirical rigor. The review revealed that social semiotics is the predominant theoretical framework, with verbal language, gesture, and facial expressions being the most analyzed semiotic modes. Dominant themes of political meaning-making include leadership construction, national identity and populist appeals, and interactional power negotiation, often mediated by televised and digital platforms. While multimodality enhances understanding of how meaning is co-constructed, methodological inconsistencies—including small datasets and variable transcription practices—limit comparability across studies. This review highlights the growing importance of multimodal approaches for analyzing political debates in Indonesia and identifies gaps for future research. Specifically, more balanced attention to underexplored semiotic modes, standardized transcription methods, and theoretical integration are needed to advance the field. The study contributes to political discourse research by providing a comprehensive synthesis of recent multimodal analyses, offering insights into the complex ways in which Indonesian presidential candidates communicate meaning to diverse audiences.

Exploring Deictic Expressions In The Sigale-Gale Story: A Pragmatic Analysis Simbolon, Lasyuli; Fithriani, Rahmah; Pardi, Pardi
Jurnal Kajian Ilmu Pendidikan (JKIP) Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): Jurnal Kajian Ilmu Pendidikan (JKIP)
Publisher : Lembaga Riset dan Inovasi Almatani

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55583/jkip.v7i1.1995

This study explores deictic expressions in the Sigale-Gale story, a traditional Batak Toba folklore, using a pragmatic approach. Deictic expressions are context-dependent linguistic elements that indicate participants, time, place, discourse, or social relationships, and they play a crucial role in constructing meaning in narrative texts. The study aims to identify and analyze the types of deixis used in the story and to explain their functions in relation to context and culture. A qualitative descriptive method was employed, with the story serving as the primary data source. Data were collected through the documentation method and analyzed using classification based on five deixis categories: person, place, time, discourse, and social deixis. The findings reveal that person deixis is the most frequently used type, particularly third-person pronouns, reflecting the narrative focus on characters and events. Place and time deixis are also significant, helping to establish spatial and temporal frameworks that guide readers’ understanding of the story. Discourse and social deixis, though less frequent, contribute to textual coherence and convey cultural norms, such as social hierarchy and kinship relations. Overall, the analysis demonstrates that deictic expressions in the Sigale-Gale story function not only as linguistic devices but also as tools for cultural representation and narrative cohesion. This study highlights the importance of pragmatic analysis in traditional folklore, offering insights into how context and culture interact in storytelling. The results may serve as a reference for further research on deixis in other local narratives.

Teachers’ Self-Efficacy in Teaching Students with Special Needs in Inclusive Primary Schools: A Phenomenological Study Sitorus, Jesi Suryani; Fithriani, Rahmah; Daulay, Ernita
Journal of General Education and Humanities Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026): February
Publisher : MASI Mandiri Edukasi

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58421/gehu.v5i1.987

This study explores English teachers’ self-efficacy in teaching students with special needs within inclusive primary school classrooms through a phenomenological approach. Inclusive education requires teachers to respond to diverse learning needs; therefore, teachers’ beliefs in their instructional capabilities are critical to the successful implementation of inclusive practices. This qualitative study was conducted in an inclusive primary school in Medan, Indonesia, involving ten English teachers who taught both inclusive and regular classes. Data were collected through the Teacher Efficacy for Inclusive Practices (TEIP) questionnaire and semi-structured interviews with three selected participants. The questionnaire provided an overview of teachers’ perceived self-efficacy levels, while the interviews captured teachers’ lived experiences of self-efficacy in inclusive teaching contexts. The interview data were analysed thematically, guided by Bandura’s self-efficacy theory. The findings indicate that English teachers generally demonstrate a high level of self-efficacy, which is shaped by mastery experiences in inclusive classrooms, professional collaboration, participation in professional development, and teachers’ ability to regulate their emotional responses when facing instructional challenges. Teachers with higher self-efficacy showed greater confidence and flexibility in implementing adaptive instructional strategies and managing diverse student needs. This study contributes to the literature by providing an in-depth phenomenological understanding of how English teachers construct and experience self-efficacy in inclusive primary education contexts.

EFL Students’ Perceptions and Challenges in Using Paperpal as an AI Feedback Tool for Research Paper Writing Hilyati Fitria Harahap; Rahmah Fithriani; Utami Dewi
IDEAS: Journal on English Language Teaching and Learning, Linguistics and Literature Vol. 14 No. 1 (2026): IDEAS: Journal on English Language Teaching and Learning, Linguistics and Lite
Publisher : Universitas Islam Negeri Palopo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24256/ideas.v14i1.9394

This study investigates undergraduate EFL students’ perceptions and challenges in using Paperpal as an AI feedback tool for research paper writing. Although AI-assisted writing tools are increasingly integrated into higher education, empirical research examining students’ experiences with AI-generated feedback in research-oriented writing remains limited, particularly in EFL contexts. Employing a qualitative case study design, this study involved 25 undergraduate English Education students at a state university in Indonesia. Data were collected through a descriptive questionnaire administered to all participants and semi-structured interviews with 10 selected students. Questionnaire data were analyzed using Likert-scale frequency analysis, while interview data were examined through thematic analysis. The findings indicate that students generally perceived Paperpal as a useful and accessible tool that supported grammatical accuracy, sentence clarity, academic vocabulary development, revision efficiency, and confidence during the research paper revision process. However, the study also reveals notable challenges. Students reported difficulty maintaining intended meaning and authorial control when applying AI-generated feedback, particularly in complex argumentative sections. In addition, a tendency toward over-reliance on AI feedback was identified, especially among less confident writers, which occasionally reduced critical evaluation of revisions. Overall, the study concludes that Paperpal functions most effectively as a complementary linguistic support rather than a standalone solution. Its pedagogical value depends on students’ feedback literacy and their ability to engage critically with AI-generated feedback, underscoring the need for guided and responsible integration of AI tools in EFL academic writing instruction.

Indonesian pre-service teachers’ readiness for inclusive education: A perspective from a State Islamic University Fithriani, Rahmah; Wahyuni, Mira; Hardiansyah, Dadang
Indonesian Research Journal in Education |IRJE| Vol. 10 No. 1 (2026): IRJE |Indonesian Research Journal in Education| in Progress|
Publisher : Universitas Jambi, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22437/irje.v10i1.49926

This study aims to evaluate the readiness of pre-service teachers at the Faculty of Tarbiyah and Teacher Training, State Islamic University of North Sumatra, for inclusive education. A mixed-methods approach utilizing an explanatory sequential design was employed to gain a thorough understanding of prospective teachers' knowledge, attitudes, self-efficacy, and concerns about inclusive education. The quantitative poll included 298 students across 10 academic disciplines, of whom 44 were voluntarily selected for the Focus Group Discussion (FGD) session. Quantitative data were collected using an expert-validated questionnaire and analyzed descriptively with SPSS 25.0, while qualitative data were evaluated thematically. The findings revealed that the prospective teachers had favorable attitudes and self-efficacy toward inclusive education; however, they needed to enhance their conceptual knowledge and receive institutional support to be adequately prepared for inclusive learning activities.

Reconceptualizing the Validity of Cross-Paradigm Research through a Critical Review of Reliability, Credibility, and Trustworthiness Laia, Mohamad Yunus; Fithriani, Rahmah; Mukminin, Amirul; Matondang, Saiful Anwar
JOEY: Journal of English Ibrahimy Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026): JOEY:Journal of English Ibrahimy
Publisher : Fakultas Ilmu Sosial dan Humaniora, Universitas Ibrahimy

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35316/joey.2026.v5i1.67-80

The This study aims to reconceptualize the validity of cross-paradigm research through a critical examination of the evolution of the meaning and function of reliability, credibility, and trustworthiness in the methodological literature. This study departs from the problem of conceptual fragmentation and epistemological tension that arise due to the application of validity criteria ahistorically and procedurally in various research paradigms. The method used is a non-systematic literature review of conceptually relevant Scopus indexed journal articles, with a thematic-conceptual analysis approach and cross-paradigm critical synthesis. The results of the study show that validity has shifted from technical-instrumental attributes to epistemic justification processes that are contextual, reflective, and paradigmatic. Reliability no longer serves as a universal prerequisite for validity, but rather as a technical mechanism whose relevance depends on certain epistemological assumptions. Credibility develops as an interpretive justification mechanism in qualitative research, while trustworthiness serves as a reflective evaluative framework that emphasizes transparency and accountability. This study also found epistemological tensions, conceptual inconsistencies, and theoretical limitations in the use of these three concepts across paradigms. In conclusion, the validity of research needs to be understood as a dynamic practice of epistemic justification and not reduced to a methodological checklist. This research contributes to the development of research methodology by offering a conceptual synthesis that goes beyond the classical dichotomy of validity–reliability and trustworthiness–credibility.

Co-Authors Abdillah, Muhammad Ghozali Adawiyah, Rabiatun Ahmad Amin Dalimunthe Ahmad Husein Nst Ainun Pratiwi Alshehari, Azzam Amirul Mukminin Anakampun, Rizky Ananda Andana, Yosi Ayumi Pratiwy Tanjung Azima, Rizki Azizah Surayya Benni Ichsanda Rahman Hz Berutu, Hotma Br. Perangin-angin, Alemina Chairuddin Chairuddin Deliana, Deliana Devika Adelita Dwi, Fadilla Stephanie Eddy Setia Eka Yuni Kurniati Erlina, Dian Ernawati, Tuti Ernita Daulay Fadli, Izhar Feni Maharani Fridiyanto, Fridiyanto Ginting, Rita Seroja Hafizah, Dinda Hafni, Astrida Harahap, Hilyati Fitria Harahap, Mukhni Rahma Wati Harahap, Nurul Apwani Hardiansyah, Dadang Hasibuan, Derliana Hasibuan, Roslina Hia, Nadia Virdhani Hilyati Fitria Harahap Hizbullah, Gilang Inaayah, Athiyyah Indah Purnamasari Intan Maulina, Intan Irhamna, Vidia Irma Suryani Kamil, Dairabi Kasinyo Harto Khairatun Nisa Khairisya, Thahira Laia, M. Yunus Lasyuli Simbolon, Lasyuli Lenny Marzulina, Lenny Lubis, Jukni Ilman Maharani, Puspita Naurah Marpaung, Nisya Rahmaini Matondang, Saiful Anwar Mira Wahyuni, Mira Moe, Sithu Mohd Ali, Fatin Aliya Mufida Syahnaz Nabila Widiastari Nabilla, Ega Viorenti Namira, Ade Nayla Ridha Nia, Nur Ade Erma Nikmah Fadillah Nasution Nilma Zola Novita Herawati Nur Halimah Lubis Nur Khofifah Harahap Nur Sellyta Pardi , Pardi Pardi Pardi, Pardi Pratiwi, Anggun Siska Putri Adinda Pratiwi PUTRI, TIARA Rahma, Alleyza Raja Guk Guk, Sahmiral Amri Ramadhani, Ayu Sinta Rangkuti, Rahmadsyah Sadat, M. Anwar Salmiah, Maryati Sapri Sapri Sapri, Sapri Septiana Seroja br Ginting, Rita Sinar, T. Silvana Siregar, Mega Agnesya Sitorus, Jesi Suryani Siwi, Purwanto Supriadi Susi Handayani Syafira, Syafira Syaniah, Azmi Ellah Syla Fadila Batubara T. Thyrhaya Zein Tambunan, Khairunnisa Umar Mono Utami Dewi Utami Dewi Vidia Irhamna Yanti Kristina Sinaga Yunisa Khairani, Rizki Putri Yunita, Elsi Yusriani, Yusriani Zahra, Mutia Zanna Nurpiana

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