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EXPLORING THE IMPACT OF LOCAL FOLKLORE ON STUDENTS’ READING COMPREHENSION SKILLS: A MIXED METHOD STUDY Sopian, Sopian; Pujianto, Eko; Purwaningsih, Lilik; Hanafi, Imam
JELT (Jambi-English Language Teaching) Vol. 9 No. 2 (2025): Vol. 9 No. 2 (2025)
Publisher : Universitas Jambi

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22437/jelt.v9i2.46665

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This study explores the reading comprehension skills of junior high school students by using local folklore texts as reading material. Local folklore is a culturally rich and engaging medium that enhances students’ understanding of narrative structures, vocabulary, and moral values. The research aims to examine the level of students’ reading comprehension and how local culture-based texts can be effectively integrated into reading lessons. The study uses a quantitative approach, including reading tests based on one local folklore, an interview sheet, and observations. The subjects of the research were 50 eighth-grade students from two classes at a private school in Indonesia. The analysis of pre-test and post-test scores revealed a significant improvement in reading comprehension for the experimental group. The mean post-test score for the experimental group was 15% higher than the pre-test score, indicating that exposure to local folklore had a positive effect on students' comprehension abilities. Findings indicate that folklore texts positively influence students’ comprehension, particularly in identifying main ideas, interpreting implicit meanings, and relating texts to personal experiences. This supports the integration of local literature in language learning to promote cultural literacy and comprehension skills.
Implementation of Religious Moderation Attitudes Among Students of the State Hindu College (STAHN) Jawa Dwipa Klaten, Central Java Pujianto, Eko; Khoiri, Nur; Nurkolis, Nurkolis
Journal of Educational Sciences Vol. 9 No. 6 (2025): Journal of Educational Sciences
Publisher : FKIP - Universitas Riau

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31258/jes.9.6.p.5931-5945

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The issue of religious moderation has become increasingly important in higher education as a foundation for building inclusive and harmonious academic communities. This study aims to describe the implementation of religious moderation attitudes among students at the State Hindu College (STAHN) Jawa Dwipa Klaten, Central Java. This research employed a qualitative descriptive approach, focusing on processes, strategies, and outcomes of religious moderation in academic and non-academic environments. Data were collected through observation, interviews, and documentation, and analyzed using interactive analysis techniques. The findings show that religious moderation is implemented systematically through integrative, participatory, and contextual approaches. The core elements of national commitment, tolerance, anti-violence, and respect for tradition are embedded in the curriculum, student organizations, and community service programs. The institution has successfully built an inclusive academic climate that promotes harmony, mutual respect, and peaceful coexistence. It can be concluded that STAHN Jawa Dwipa Klaten has developed religious moderation as an institutional culture supported by leadership commitment and academic collaboration, thereby serving as a model for Hindu higher education institutions in Indonesia.