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Metaphor Use in ABBA Song Lyrics Nuraini, Risqi; Pakaya, Usman; Bay, Indri Wirahmi
Jurnal Bahasa, Sastra, dan Budaya Vol 16, No 1 (2026): (Januari 2026)
Publisher : Jurusan Pendidikan Bahasa & Sastra Indonesia, Universitas Negeri Gorontalo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37905/jbsb.v16i1.37771

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This study analyzes conceptual metaphors in two ABBA songs, namely “Slipping Through My Fingers” and “The Winner Takes It All.” The analysis applies Lakoff and Johnson’s (1980) theory, which classifies metaphors into three types: structural, ontological, and orientational metaphors. The data consist of 17 metaphorical expressions collected through documentation techniques and analyzed using a descriptive qualitative method. The results show that “Slipping Through My Fingers” is dominated by ontological metaphors that conceptualize time, memory, and emotions as physical entities that can be held, stored, or lost. Meanwhile, “The Winner Takes It All” is dominated by structural metaphors that represent romantic relationships as a competitive game involving winning, losing, and rules. These findings demonstrate that metaphors in both songs strengthen emotional expression and transform abstract experiences into concrete and perceptible imagery
ENGLISH READING ANXIETY AMONG STUDENTS OF ENGLISH LANGUAGE EDUCATION STUDY PROGRAM AT UNIVERSITAS NEGERI GORONTALO INDONESIA Aulianti Tuloli; Indri Wirahmi Bay; Helena Badu
Wiralodra English Journal Vol. 10 No. 1 (2026): Wiralodra English Journal
Publisher : Universitas Wiralodra

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31943/wej.v10i1.554

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This study examined the level and categories of English reading anxiety among students of the English Language Education Study Program at Universitas Negeri Gorontalo, class of 2023. Using a quantitative descriptive approach, the English Foreign Language Reading Anxiety Inventory (EFLRAI) by Zoghi (2012) was administered to 108 students through Google Forms. The instrument measured three categories of anxiety: top-down, bottom-up, and classroom reading anxiety. Data were analyzed using percentage formulas to classify responses into low, moderate, and high levels. Findings indicated that most students experienced moderate anxiety (56.48%), followed by high (37.04%), and only a small number reported low anxiety (6.48%). Bottom-up anxiety was the most dominant (96.30%), mainly due to vocabulary, while grammar had less impact. Top-down anxiety was linked to general reading ability (93.52%) rather than background & cultural knowledge (3.70%). Classroom reading anxiety was least significant (1.83%). These results highlight vocabulary mastery and general reading ability as major factors, suggesting the need for improved vocabulary teaching and reading strategies.
Dunggala Digital Hub: Multidisciplinary Synergy in Branding Local Wisdom through English Educational Content for Global Marketing: Pengabdian Haris Danial; Nonny Basalama; Muhammad Rezky Friesta Payu; Indri Wirahmi Bay
Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat dan Riset Pendidikan Vol. 4 No. 4 (2026): Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat dan Riset Pendidikan Volume 4 Nomor 4 Tahun 2026
Publisher : Lembaga Penelitian dan Pengabdian Masyarakat

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/jerkin.v4i4.6508

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The community service program entitled Dunggala Digital Hub: Multidisciplinary Synergy in Branding Local Wisdom through English Educational Content for Global Marketing was successfully implemented in Dunggala Village, Tapa District, Bone Bolango Regency for 45 days. The program aimed to improve the quality of education, digital literacy, and the strengthening of the community’s creative economy through technology-based and local wisdom-oriented approaches. The implementation of the program began with field observations and community needs analysis to identify various village problems, such as low digital literacy, the lack of optimal promotion of local potential, and the underutilization of coconut coir waste. Various activities were successfully carried out, including educational programs for school children, disaster mitigation socialization, digital data collection for aid recipients, training in educational content production and village promotion in English, as well as the GALAPEAT program, which focused on processing coconut coir waste into organic planting media (cocopeat). In addition, social activities such as Friday Clean-Up programs, Posyandu services, Qur’an donations, and Dunggala CUP also strengthened community participation and the culture of mutual cooperation. Overall, the program had a positive impact on improving knowledge, skills, digital literacy, and the branding of Dunggala Village as an innovative village based on local wisdom.
THE INFLUENCE OF ENGLISH TEACHERS’ EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE ON STUDENTS’ ENGLISH LEARNING AT MAN 1 KOTA GORONTALO: A QUALITATIVE STUDY Fadlun Doda; Nonny Basalama; Moh Syahrun Ibrahim; Hasannudin Fatsah; Indri Wirahmi Bay; Asyraf Isyraqi Bin Jamil
CALL Vol. 8 No. 1 (2026): CALL
Publisher : Universitas Islam Negeri Sunan Gunung Djati

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15575/call.v8i1.51821

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This research investigates the effect of English teachers’ emotional intelligence (EI) on students’ English learning at MAN 1 Kota Gorontalo. Emotional intelligence, including the indicators such as self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills, plays a crucial role in shaping classroom dynamics and fostering students’ motivation. The research aims to explore how English teachers’ EI influences students’ confidence, engagement, and enthusiasm in learning English. This research employed a qualitative case study design. The data were collected through semi-structured interviews and classroom observations involving two English teachers and ten students from grades 10 and 11 during the 2024/2025 academic year. Thematic analysis was used to identify key patterns emerging from participants’ experiences. Findings revealed that emotionally intelligent teachers significantly enhance students’ learning experiences through five major impacts: (1) enhancing self-confidence by appreciating efforts and normalizing mistakes; (2) creating supportive and enjoyable learning environments; (3) fostering intrinsic motivation through meaningful and engaging activities; (4) encouraging future aspirations such as studying abroad; and (5) providing emotional support and promoting peer collaboration. These practices contribute to a positive classroom climate where students feel valued, motivated, and resilient. The study concludes that teachers’ emotional intelligence is not only a personal quality but also a pedagogical competence essential for sustaining students’ motivation and well-being. It recommends integrating EI development into teacher training and professional programs to enhance both instructional effectiveness and emotional support in language education.
English: Tingkat Kecemasan Terhadap Tata Bahasa dan Subskala di Kalangan Mahasiswa Bahasa Inggris sebagai Bahasa Asing Audy Meylinda Mokoginta; Indri Wirahmi Bay; Sri Widyarti Ali
ELOQUENCE : Journal of Foreign Language Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026): APRIL
Publisher : Language Development Center

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58194/eloquence.v5i1.3179

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Background: Grammar anxiety is a persistent affective barrier that negatively affects EFL students grammatical performance in higher education settings. Objectives: This study intends to investigate the levels, subscales, and severity of grammar anxiety among fourth-semester EFL students. Method: In this study, a quantitative descriptive design was utilized, with the structured questionnaire serving as the primary source for data collection. The target population consisted of 135 fourth-semester students. However, only 90 students voluntarily participated by completing the questionnaire. Therefore, the study employed a convenience sampling technique. The Grammar Anxiety Scale, which was developed by Ekinci Çelikpazu and Taşdemir, was used as the research instrument. Data analysis was done through descriptive statistics, mean scores, and categorization procedures regarding severity to determine levels and patterns of grammar anxiety. Results and Discussion: It was revealed in the results that 68.89% of the students experience grammar anxiety at a moderate level, 16.67% at a high level, and 14.44% at a low level. The highest anxiety level, among the three subscales, falls into the Emphasis on Grammar Learning subscales, followed by Student Confidence and then Grammar Learning Experience. The researchers concluded that grammar anxiety still remains one of the significant affective factors influencing students' confidence and participation. On the ground of these findings, it is recommended to English teachers to provide a supportive, communicative, and student-centered environment, which may reduce anxiety and enhance student engagement in grammar learning. Conclusions and Implications: This study concludes that grammar anxiety still remains an influential factor in EFL students grammar learning and underlines the need for supportive instructional strategies. From these results, implications have been offered to teachers, curriculum designers, and future researchers on developing approaches that minimize anxiety and enhance grammar learning outcomes.