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Digital Inclusivity and Inequality in Language Education: Challenges and Solutions in The Digital Age Halena Gena, Engel Bertha; Wismadewi, I Gusti Agung Galuh
LACULTOUR: Journal of Language and Cultural Tourism Vol. 4 No. 2 (2025): LACULTOUR: Journal of Language and Cultural Tourism
Publisher : Unit Pelayanan Bahasa, Politeknik Pariwisata Bali

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52352/lacultour.v4i2.2148

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This study examined the issue of digital inclusivity and inequality in language education, particularly in the context of developing countries such as Indonesia. The problem of digital inequality was identified as multidimensional, encompassing disparities in access to infrastructure, digital skills, and equitable representation of linguistic and cultural diversity. A literature review with a descriptive qualitative approach was employed, drawing on journal articles, UNESCO reports, books, and policy documents to analyze key concepts, manifestations of inequality, and inclusive strategies. The findings indicated that digital inequality significantly affected students’ opportunities in acquiring language skills, leading to achievement gaps, exclusion of marginalized groups, and limited development of 21st-century competencies. Case studies such as Indonesia’s Rumah Belajar, Learning Equality’s Kolibri, and the Talking Book program in Africa demonstrated that inclusive, context-sensitive, and community-based approaches effectively reduced barriers by integrating low-tech solutions, multilingual content, and universal design principles. These results suggested that sustainable solutions require not only technological innovation but also policy support, cross-sector collaboration, and community participation. Therefore, inclusivity must be established as the foundation of digital language education to ensure equitable access, strengthen linguistic diversity, and promote social justice in the digital era.
" Gender, Power, and Media A Study of Japanese Advertising Discourse as a Source of Media Literacy in Education" Wismadewi, I Gusti Agung Galuh; I Nengah Suandi; I Nyoman Sudiana; I Putu Mas Dewantara
Journal of Practice Learning and Educational Development Vol. 5 No. 3 (2025): Journal of Practice Learning and Educational Development (JPLED)
Publisher : Global Action and Education for Society

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58737/jpled.v5i3.554

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This study explores the representation of gender and power in Japanese television advertisements through the lens of Norman Fairclough’s Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA), while highlighting its educational significance as a resource for media literacy. Advertisements, as a key part of popular media, are powerful agents in shaping public perceptions and cultural norms. Especially among students, who increasingly consume media content in their daily lives. The analysis of selected advertisements aired between 2020 and 2024 reveals a recurring pattern of gender stereotyping: men are typically portrayed as assertive, dominant decision-makers, while women are depicted in passive, supportive, or domestic roles. These portrayals are reinforced through both visual elements and linguistic choices that reflect deep-rooted ideological structures. From an educational perspective, such media texts offer valuable opportunities to teach students critical literacy skills, enabling them to deconstruct messages, question assumptions, and reflect on issues of gender equity and representation. Integrating media discourse analysis into classroom practice supports the development of socially aware learners who can engage with media thoughtfully and responsibly. The study underscores the importance of media literacy as a transformative tool in promoting critical thinking and fostering a more equitable understanding of gender in contemporary society.