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Journal : Indo-MathEdu Intellectuals Journal

Navigating the Effectiveness of Authentic Reading Materials Toward ESP University Students’ Reading Proficiency Setyowati, Yulis; Astutik, Ari; Duwila, Shanty Duwila AYPS
Indo-MathEdu Intellectuals Journal Vol. 4 No. 3 (2023): Indo-MathEdu Intellectuals Journal
Publisher : Lembaga Intelektual Muda (LIM) Maluku

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.54373/imeij.v4i3.434

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The field of ESP teaching has undergone a revolutionary transformation with the integration of ICT tools and other authentic materials. These resources have proven to be invaluable to learners as they enable real-life interactions with native speakers. Various studies have explored the challenges faced by teachers and learners in ESP teaching situations. Therefore, this paper aims to describe the effectiveness of reading authentic materials toward the reading proficiency of psychology department students.   The study was conducted at the Psychology Department of Universitas Wijaya Putra. The students participated in 14 meetings, during which the experimental group was exposed to authentic reading materials and the control cluster received streamlined materials, a pre-test and post-test of the reading comprehension test were given to the students. The marks obtained were analyzed using SPPS and the students were given a set of tasks that included 50 multiple-choice questions and 10 essay questions. The research results revealed that the mean deviation score for the experimental group was 80, while it was 65 for the control group. Consequently. This provides evidence supporting the acceptance of the hypothesis, indicating an improvement in student performance after receiving the treatment. Specifically, the results revealed that exposure to authentic materials improved the reading proficiency of psychology department students
The Use of Illocutionary Speech Acts in To Catch a Killer Movie (2023) Cahyati, Firda Nur; Kuswahono, Deny; Setyowati, Yulis
Indo-MathEdu Intellectuals Journal Vol. 6 No. 7 (2025): Indo-MathEdu Intellectuals Journal
Publisher : Lembaga Intelektual Muda (LIM) Maluku

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.54373/imeij.v6i7.4299

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This study investigates the types and prevalence of illocutionary speech acts in the film To Catch a Killer (2023), a psychological crime thriller rich in pragmatic nuances. The research aims to identify the categories of illocutionary speech acts used by characters and determine which type dominates the film’s dialogue. Employing a qualitative descriptive method, the researcher analyzed spoken utterances throughout the movie using Searle’s classification of illocutionary acts. Data were collected through systematic observation, transcription, and categorization of speech acts present in key scenes. The analysis reveals five types of illocutionary acts: assertive, directive, commissive, expressive, and declarative, with assertive acts being the most dominant (43%). These acts are crucial in conveying character intentions and advancing narrative tension. The findings contribute to pragmatic and linguistic studies by showcasing how illocutionary force is embedded within cinematic dialogue and how it reflects the psychological depth of storytelling. This study highlights the pedagogical value of film in teaching speech act theory and encourages further exploration of language in media contexts