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Language Engagement Program in the Indonesian Language for Foreign Speakers Course (Prinsip Keterlibatan Bahasa Pada Pembelajaran Bahasa Indonesia bagi Penutur Asing) Siti Masitoh; Agwin Degaf; Miftahul Huda
Indonesian Language Education and Literature Vol. 8 No. 2 (2023)
Publisher : Jurusan Tadris Bahasa Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24235/ileal.v8i2.10152

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Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mendeskripsikan peran bahasa pada program Bahasa Indonesia bagi Penutur Asing (BIPA). Penelitian studi kasus ini berlokus di salah satu perguruan tinggi negeri di Jawa Timur. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa Universitas AKM menerapkan beberapa strategi pembelajaran BIPA yang sejalan dengan prinsip-prinsip peran bahasa. Dalam implementasinya, Universitas AKM mengintegrasikan program BIPA dengan skema pembelajaran berbasis asrama sehingga mahasiswa peserta program BIPA memiliki lebih banyak pengalaman terhadap bahasa sasaran yang dipelajari, yaitu Bahasa Indonesia.This study aims to describe the role of language in the Indonesian Language for Foreign Speakers (BIPA) program. This case study research focuses on one of the state universities in East Java. The results of the study show that AKM University applies several BIPA learning strategies that are in line with the principles of the role of language. In its implementation, AKM University integrates the BIPA program with a dormitory-based learning scheme so that students participating in the BIPA program have more experience with the target language being studied, namely Indonesian. 
Toward integrative communicative competence: Linguistic and intercultural needs of tour guide trainees Amalia Ilmi Fitriyanti; Joko Priyana; Yeni Artanti; Agwin Degaf
LingTera Vol. 13 No. 1 (2026)
Publisher : Department of Applied Linguistics, FBSB, Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21831/lt.v13i1.91278

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The objective of this study is to identify the linguistic and intercultural needs of tour guide trainees as a foundation for developing integrative communicative competence through English for Specific Purposes (ESP) materials that promote intercultural awareness. The trainees, who are currently at the A1 proficiency level, exhibit a rudimentary understanding of the intercultural aspects pertinent to tourists. This deficiency manifests in a conspicuous lack of self-assurance and proficiency in English communication. This case prompted an analysis of their specific learning needs. A qualitative case study was conducted, involving 23 trainees and one senior tour guide at Prambanan Temple. Data were collected through questionnaires and interviews. The findings indicate that the primary need for trainees is the development of effective communication skills, particularly in listening and speaking, through materials that integrate linguistic competence and intercultural awareness. The analysis identified grammar and pronunciation as the most essential linguistic elements, while intercultural communication was deemed the most crucial cultural aspect. Consequently, ESP materials for tour guides should integrate B1-level English proficiency with intercultural understanding to prepare them for effective professional communication in global tourism contexts.
Language representation in the linguistic landscape of Islamic higher education campuses in East Java   Agwin Degaf; Zainur Rofiq; Raisa Fachira
Englisia: Journal of Language, Education, and Humanities Vol. 13 No. 2 (2026): Englisia: Journal of Language, Education, and Humanities
Publisher : Universitas Islam Negeri Ar-Raniry

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22373/englisia.128

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Campus signage functions not only as a navigational and informational tool but also as a semiotic medium through which language, identity, and institutional values are communicated and internalized within the quotidian fabric of academic life. Although scholarly discourse has increasingly addressed issues of national integration, global engagement, and the use of religious language in higher education, these linguistic patterns remain insufficiently examined within the context of Indonesian Islamic universities. This study addresses this gap by investigating how language choices on university signage reflect broader ideological, pedagogical, and institutional orientations. Focusing on the linguistic landscapes of three Islamic higher education institutions in East Java, the research maps the display patterns, combinatory strategies, and functional differentiation of Indonesian, English, and Arabic across campus signs. Employing qualitative methods, including the documentation of 147 signs and semi structured interviews with campus stakeholders, the study examines how multilingual signage is interpreted and internalized by its users. The findings indicate a patterned coexistence of the three languages: Indonesian ensures communicative accessibility, English signals global academic aspirations, and Arabic invokes religious and intellectual heritage. These languages do not operate in isolation but interact in layered and symbolic configurations that reflect each institution’s distinct identity and educational mission. The study underscores the need for intentional signage design to reinforce institutional identity, enhance communication effectiveness, and support informal language learning. Future research may extend these findings by examining multilingual signage in other educational contexts or by assessing the impact of sign redesign on user interpretation and engagement.
Sebuah Reviu terhadap Kajian Partikel Pragmatik dalam Beberapa Bahasa Daerah di Indonesia Agwin Degaf; NFN Irham; Zainur Rofiq
Ranah: Jurnal Kajian Bahasa Vol 9, No 1 (2020): Ranah: Jurnal Kajian Bahasa
Publisher : Badan Pengembangan dan Pembinaan Bahasa

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26499/rnh.v9i1.1411

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This paper aims to demonstrate studies of pragmatic particles in Indonesian vernacular languages. Given the fact that Indonesia ranked second most populated language in the world after New Guinea, we would expect a huge number of studies discussing Indonesian local languages. Review to studies of pragmatic particles in Indonesian language is therefore considered salient to carry out to shed light on how different authors examine different particles, what kind of method they employ to describe meaning and functions, and what potential implication this study could contribute in this field. Besides, it also enriches the cross-linguistic study of pragmatic particles in general. Following Macaro et al’s. (2017) guideline of systematic review, this study employed linear process of procedure by deciding keywords, screening title, reviewing abstract, examining full text, and drawing conclusion. The corpus of pragmatic particles employed in reviewed studies ranges from colloquial, spoken, dialogue, and monologue data. Some approaches were used to reveal the pragmatic meanings, such as conversation analysis approach, pragmatics, morpho-syntactic, and even phonological approach. This discussion in the present paper may be fruitful for researchers who are working on pragmatic particles or vernacular languages and suggests that more studies in local languages should be outstripped to sustain national linguistic identity in the global arena.   AbstrakThis paper aims to demonstrate studies of pragmatic particles in Indonesian vernacular languages. Given the fact that Indonesia ranked second most populated language in the world after New Guinea, we would expect a huge number of studies discussing Indonesian local languages. Review to studies of pragmatic particles in Indonesian language is therefore considered salient to carry out to shed light on how different authors examine different particles, what kind of method they employ to describe meaning and functions, and what potential implication this study could contribute in this field. Besides, it also enriches the cross-linguistic study of pragmatic particles in general. Following Macaro et al’s. (2017) guideline of systematic review, this study employed linear process of procedure by deciding keywords, screening title, reviewing abstract, examining full text, and drawing conclusion. The corpus of pragmatic particles employed in reviewed studies ranges from colloquial, spoken, dialogue, and monologue data. Some approaches were used to reveal the pragmatic meanings, such as conversation analysis approach, pragmatics, morpho-syntactic, and even phonological approach. This discussion in the present paper may be fruitful for researchers who are working on pragmatic particles or vernacular languages and suggests that more studies in local languages should be outstripped to sustain national linguistic identity in the global arena.  
Negotiating Salafism: Local Muslim Identity and Religious Adaptation in Banten Rusyadi, Refki; Degaf, Agwin; Aziz, Muhammad Sulthon; Sirad, Mochamad Chobir
Teosofi: Jurnal Tasawuf dan Pemikiran Islam Vol. 15 No. 2 (2025): December
Publisher : Department of Aqidah and Islamic Philosophy, Faculty of Ushuluddin and Philosophy, Sunan Ampel State Islamic University Surabaya

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15642/teosofi.2025.15.2.429-458

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The expansion of Salafism has generated enduring tensions within the syncretic Islamic identity of Banten, where local traditions are deeply embedded in religious belief and practice. This study examines how Bantenese Muslims negotiate encounters between transnational Salafi doctrines and inherited forms of religiosity. Based on qualitative fieldwork, it finds that younger, urban Muslims are more exposed to Salafi interpretations through education and social networks, while rural communities largely preserve established traditions. These uneven encounters produce a fragmented yet adaptive religious landscape. Drawing on Berger and Luckmann’s theory of the social construction of reality, the article explains how processes of externalization, objectivation, and internalization shape patterns of religious negotiation. It advances the concept of selective adaptation to show how global Islamic movements intersect with, rather than replace, local religious identities. The findings demonstrate that Bantenese Muslims selectively adopt, reinterpret, or contest Salafi teachings, underscoring that religious change is context-dependent and shaped by resilient local traditions.
Cooperative Principles at Work: Unveiling EFL Classroom Interaction in AKM University through a Sociopragmatic Lens Reza Oktaviabri; Agwin Degaf
Journal of Pragmatics Research Vol. 5 No. 2 (2023): Journal of Pragmatics Research
Publisher : UIN Salatiga

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This research explores the collaborative nature of successful conversations between lecturers and students at AKM's English Language Center, using Hymes' SPEAKING theory to understand the social aspects involved. The study employs qualitative methods and a sociopragmatic approach to analyze the data. The findings reveal 123 instances where maxims, principles that guide effective communication, were observed. Among these, 92 instances demonstrated the fulfillment of maxims, 29 exhibited the flouting of maxims, and 2 showed a combination of flouted maxims. Importantly, participants tended to adhere to maxims more often than deviate from them. The dominant maxims observed were relevance (21%), manner (18%), and quality (16%). Conversely, 71% of instances displayed the flouting of maxims, 19% showed violations, and 10% indicated infringements. The study also highlights the social aspects represented by the SPEAKING components. These elements include the classroom setting and morning time (S), involvement of lecturers and students (P), provision of explanations and instructions (E), usage of educational language to establish familiarity (A), striking a balance between seriousness, enthusiasm, and humor (K), oral communication (I), adherence to religious and politeness norms (N), and the presence of dialogues and narratives (G). Overall, the research indicates that the effective functioning of the class can be attributed to the active participation and adherence to cooperative principles by the speech participants.
Exploring Speech Acts In "Heidi": An Analysis of Direct and Indirect Communication in Cinematic Dialogue Emsa Anggy Puji Rahayu; Agwin Degaf; Nur Fitria Anggrisia
Journal of Pragmatics Research Vol. 6 No. 2 (2024): Journal of Pragmatics Research
Publisher : UIN Salatiga

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.18326/jopr.v6i2.148-168

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This research analyzes the use of speech acts in the movie Heidi, selected for its rich content and depiction of effective communication and moral values, particularly the importance of adaptation in a new environment. The character Heidi, a talkative young girl, provides valuable examples of how communication is established and maintained through her interactions. The study aims to identify the forms and meanings of speech acts used by the characters and to understand the interpretation of dialogues between speakers and hearers. The descriptive qualitative analysis method is employed to examine all utterances in Heidi that contain speech acts and speech strategies. The data are classified based on the forms of speech acts according to Wijana's theories and the meanings of speech acts using Searle's theory. The findings reveal the presence of various types of speech acts, including direct literal, direct nonliteral, indirect literal, and indirect nonliteral speech acts. Specifically, 133 utterances were analyzed and categorized into Representative (27), Directive (50), Expressive (31), Commissive (25), and Declarative (1). The study also shows that characters in the movie predominantly use directive speech acts. This research enhances the understanding of speech act theory and its application in film dialogues, emphasizing the importance of context and intention in interpreting communication.
FUN LEARNING FOR ENGLISH COMMUNICATION: A COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT PROGRAM IN AN ISLAMIC BOARDING SCHOOL Agwin Degaf; Zainur Rofiq
Journal of Social Outreach Vol 5, No 1 (2026): Journal of Social Outreach
Publisher : Fakultas Sains dan Teknologi

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15548/jso.v5i1.13776

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English communication remains a persistent challenge for students in Islamic boarding schools, where language learning is often shaped by strong disciplinary structures but still limited by speaking anxiety, low confidence, and insufficient opportunities for meaningful interaction. Within the broader discussion of English language teaching in pesantren, this issue is important because communicative difficulties are frequently addressed through formal instruction and language regulation, while the role of enjoyable, interaction-based learning remains less systematically explored. This article aims to examine how a fun learning workshop can foster students’ engagement, speaking confidence, and willingness to use English more actively in a boarding school environment. The article is based on qualitative data gathered through classroom observation, semi-structured interviews with student participants, and informal feedback from language coordinators involved in the program. The data were reviewed descriptively and interpreted thematically to identify recurring patterns in students’ responses to interactive learning activities. The study shows that fun learning activities encouraged more active participation, reduced students’ hesitation to speak, and helped them experience English as a practical means of communication rather than merely a formal subject. The workshop also generated practical ideas for sustaining English use through peer interaction and dormitory-based language supervision. These findings suggest that communicative English programs in Islamic boarding schools can be strengthened by integrating interactive and context-responsive activities into regular language practice, while future studies may examine the longer-term impact of such interventions across different pesantren settings.
MORALIZING WAR AND CONSTRUCTING ENEMIES IN TRUMP’S 2025 IRAN SPEECH Agwin Degaf; Hamadah Ashfiya
PARADIGM: Journal of Language and Literary Studies Vol 8, No 2 (2025): Paradigm: Journal of Language and Literary Studies
Publisher : Department of English Literature, Universitas Islam Negeri Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.18860/prdg.v8i2.36758

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The growing intersection of political communication and ideological persuasion raises concerns about how language is used to legitimize state violence. Although previous research has addressed themes of populism and nationalistic rhetoric, limited attention has been given to how wartime speeches function as discursive practices that construct moral legitimacy for military intervention. Addressing this gap, this study investigates how Donald Trump’s June 2025 Iran speech constructs the enemy, moralizes war, and normalizes pre-emptive military violence. Using qualitative critical discourse analysis, the study examines both the transcript and delivery of the speech through Van Dijk’s socio-cognitive model of discourse, focusing on the ideological square and micro-level strategies such as actor description, metaphor, hyperbole, euphemism, presupposition, religious authority, victimization, and lexicalization. The findings show that the speech constructs a polarized moral framework in which the United States and its allies are represented as morally virtuous and divinely sanctioned, while Iran is framed as an irrational and existential threat. Military aggression is legitimized through hyperbolic glorification, religious invocation, euphemistic framing of destruction, and the strategic omission of civilian suffering, presenting war as a moral necessity rather than a political choice. While limited to a single case and not supported by corpus-based analysis, the study contributes to the literature on wartime political discourse by extending Van Dijk’s socio-cognitive model to contemporary conflict rhetoric and identifying a morally framed adaptation of the burden argument, shifting from economic to security and ethical justification. These findings underscore the ideological power of political language in shaping public consent for military action and highlight the need for sustained critical scrutiny of wartime political communication.