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PERKEMBANGAN KECERDASAN BUATAN (ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE) DAN PENGARUHNYA PADA PENGAJARAN BAHASA INGGRIS - SEBUAH TINJAUAN PUSTAKA Siregar, Roswani; Subagiharti, Heni; Handayani, Diah Syafitri; Kalsum, Eka Umi; Sipayung, Rohdearni Wati; Barus, Efendi
JURNAL PENELITIAN PENDIDIKAN BAHASA DAN SASTRA Vol. 10 No. 1 (2025): JP2BS
Publisher : LP2M Universitas Muslim Nusantara Al Washliyah

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32696/jp2bs.v10i1.4270

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Kecerdasan buatan (artificial intelligence - AI) telah menjadi penemuan penting di abad ke-21. Penggunaan AI semakin meluas di berbagai bidang, termasuk pendidikan tinggi. AI telah memengaruhi pengajaran, pembelajaran, dan penilaian bahasa Inggris; hal ini jelas dari penggunaan pesat teknologi AI baru-baru ini dan ketersediaannya yang semakin meningkat. Para pendidik di seluruh dunia mengajukan berbagai pertanyaan tentang penggunaan AI dalam pendidikan secara lebih luas – tentang relevansi, tantangan, etika, dan akses terhadap teknologi tersebut. Hal itu menimbulkan minat berbagai peneliti untuk mendapatkan jawaban atas pertanyaan tersebut. Artikel ini memaparkan tinjauan terhadap penelitian terkait penggunaan AI dalam pembelajaran Bahasa Inggris selama tahun 2016-2024. Tinjauan tersebut mengidentifikasi empat bidang utama di mana AI digunakan dalam Pengajaran bahasa Inggris yakni pengembangan keterampilan berbicara, menulis, dan membaca, untuk mendukung pedagogi dan untuk pengaturan diri. Artikel ini melaporkan penelitian-penelitian terkait berdasarkan metode Literature Review. Tidak dapat disangkal, AI akan terus merambah ke berbagai bidang kehidupan manusia termasuk dalam bidang pendidikan pengajaran bahasa yang dapat mengubah cara dan metode pembelajaran bahasa di masa mendatang.
An Analysis of Roland Barthes' Semiotic Theory: Focusing on Denotation, Connotation, and Myth Barus, Efendi; Aisyah, Aisyah; Siregar, Elvi Fauziah; Risnawaty, Risnawaty
International Journal of Educational Research Excellence (IJERE) Vol. 4 No. 2 (2025): July-December
Publisher : PT Inovasi Pratama Internasional

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55299/ijere.v4i2.1438

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This article has an objective to discuss Roland Barthes’ semiotic theory. It focuses on the concepts of denotative meaning, connotative meaning and mythological meaning and builds upon Ferdinand de Saussure’s foundational semiotics. This research has a common methodological way of writing that is by using qualitative method or library research. The result of discussion is applicable to Barthes’ theory in comprehending of sign ways to account for cultural and ideological dimensions. His model of myth as a second order of semiological systems offers a powerful frame work for comprehending the ways in which everyday objects and media carry deeper ideological meanings. Through the analysis of selected texts of media, this research postulates how denotation and connotation are exemplified and providing literal and non-literal meanings. Denotative meaning provides literal meaning, connotation gives interpretative depth or individual meaning, as myth naturalizes ideological construction and it becomes part of artificial meanings. This article makes the conclusion that Barthes’ theory of semiotics is essential for critically decoding message in contemporary media culture.
ENHANCING STUDENT WRITING HABITS WITH POE AI: A STUDY ON DIGITAL TOOLS FOR ACADEMIC SUCCESS Nasution, Bincar; Matondang, Saiful Anwar; Barus, Efendi
English Review: Journal of English Education Vol. 13 No. 1 (2025)
Publisher : University of Kuningan

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25134/erjee.v13i1.10979

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The advent of advanced AI technologies has opened up new avenues for enhancing the learning process of writing. The present research investigates the potential of Poe AI as an instrument for fostering improved writing habits among students at the university level. This study employs an applied research technique approach to investigate the effectiveness of Poe AI in fostering writing skills, elevating writing quality, and reinforcing writing habits. Data were gathered through observations, interviews, and text analysis from 10 students who utilized Poe AI for a two-month duration. The findings suggest that Poe AI has the potential to be an efficacious instrument for cultivating consistent writing habits and enhancing writing quality in regard to coherence, grammar, and structure.
Ethnolinguistics Study Of Mantra In The Tradition Of Pacu Jalur Chairani, Sri; Nuzwaty, Nuzwaty; Barus, Efendi; Siwi, Purwanto
TELL - US JOURNAL Vol 10, No 4 (2024): Applied Linguistics in the Digital Age and Cultural Context
Publisher : Universitas PGRI Sumatera Barat

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22202/tus.2024.v10i4.10062

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The tradition of pacu jalur is one of the ancient cultures and traditions in Kuantan Singingi. Culture and language are closely related because the function of language itself is a tool for cultural development and an inventory of cultural traits. The relationship between different languages and cultures is ethnolinguistics. One of the cultures in Indonesia is mantra, which is one of the oral traditions. Mantra is considered as the oldest literary work and one of the aspects of ancient culture in Indonesia that is still maintained today. In this study, an ethnolinguistic study was conducted on the mantra of pacu jalur tradition in Kenegerian Kari Kecamatan Kuantan Tengah Kabupaten Kuantan Singingi. The method used is qualitative-descriptive. This study shows how the sound and language of mantras in the tradition of pacu jalur, non-verbal aspects in the ritual of pacu jalur, language style, diction, denotative and connotative meaning in the mantra of pacu jalur.
Does AI Know Things? An Epistemological Perspective on Artificial Intelligence Simbolon, Lasyuli; Manugeren, M; Barus, Efendi
Journal of English Language and Education Vol 10, No 5 (2025)
Publisher : Universitas Pahlawan Tuanku Tambusai

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/jele.v10i5.1592

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This paper investigates the provocative question: can artificial intelligence (AI) know things? through an epistemological lens. Drawing upon a systematic literature review (SLR) of works published 2010–2020, the study maps how scholars have applied classical and contemporary epistemic criteria—such as belief‑likeness, truth, justification, reliability, interpretability, and epistemic agency—to AI systems. In doing so, it examines competing theoretical frameworks (internalism, externalism, virtue epistemology, Bayesian approaches) and identifies areas of convergence and contention. The review reveals that while many AI systems satisfy externalist criteria of reliability and truth‑tracking under controlled conditions, they often fall short of internalist demands for justificatory transparency or reflective access. Opacity and “black‑box” architectures remain central obstacles to attributing knowledge in the classical sense. Furthermore, the influence of AI on human belief formation and the shift in epistemic environments suggest that even absent true knowledge, AI plays a significant role in mediating knowledge practices. Ethical and normative considerations (e.g. fairness, accountability, epistemic justice) also emerge as inseparable from epistemological assessments, prompting calls for a “glass‑box epistemology” that integrates design, interpretability, and value sensitivity. In concluding, the paper argues that AI may function as a contributor to human knowledge workflows rather than as autonomous knowers. It sets out a nuanced perspective: acknowledging AI’s epistemic potential while remaining critical of overextensions. Finally, it suggests future paths: refining epistemic thresholds, embedding interpretability in AI design, and expanding the discourse across cultural and disciplinary contexts.
Epistemic Verbs and the Expression of Knowledge in English and Mandarin Alindra, Devi Alvionita; Manugeren, M; Barus, Efendi
Journal of English Language and Education Vol 10, No 5 (2025)
Publisher : Universitas Pahlawan Tuanku Tambusai

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/jele.v10i5.1596

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Language and knowledge are fundamentally intertwined, shaping how individuals perceive, interpret, and express reality. This study investigates epistemic verbs as linguistic indicators of knowledge and belief within two distinct epistemological and cultural frameworks: English and Mandarin Chinese. By adopting a qualitative descriptive–comparative approach, grounded in functional linguistics and epistemic discourse analysis, this research explores how epistemic verbs reflect the ways speakers conceptualize truth, certainty, and cognition. The data were collected from authentic corpora—including dialogues, news articles, academic essays, and conversational transcripts—and analyzed through semantic, pragmatic, and cultural dimensions using triangulated methods. Findings reveal that English epistemic verbs (e.g., know, believe, think, guess) form a hierarchical and explicit epistemic system, emphasizing rational certainty, empirical evidence, and individual cognition, consistent with Western philosophical traditions. In contrast, Mandarin epistemic verbs (e.g., 知道 zhīdào, 认为 rènwéi, 觉得 juéde, 相信 xiāngxìn) display contextual, relational, and affective orientations, integrating emotion and social harmony in the expression of knowledge, reflecting an Eastern holistic worldview. Comparative analysis demonstrates that English expresses epistemic stance vertically, based on degrees of certainty, while Mandarin expresses it horizontally, emphasizing social context and relational appropriateness. These contrasts highlight deeper philosophical divides between Western rationalism and Eastern relational holism, suggesting that linguistic forms mirror epistemological ideologies. The study concludes that epistemic verbs are not mere grammatical categories but cognitive-cultural constructs that embody each society’s way of “knowing” and “believing.” Understanding these differences is vital for intercultural communication, as epistemic misalignment often leads to pragmatic misunderstanding between English and Mandarin speakers. This research contributes to the emerging field of cross-cultural epistemic linguistics, offering insights into how language, cognition, and culture collectively shape the human expression of knowledge.
PRAGMATIC MEANING IN TRADITIONAL CAREMONIES: ENGLISH DESCRIPTIONS OF BATU BARA CULTURE Fadli, Izhar; Suhadi, Jumino; Barus, Efendi; Maulana, Cecep
BASIS (Bahasa dan Sastra Inggris) Vol 12 No 2 (2025): JOURNAL BASIS UPB
Publisher : Universitas Putera Batam

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33884/basisupb.v12i2.10789

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This study explores the pragmatic meanings embedded in the traditional ceremonies of the Batu Bara Malay community as expressed through English descriptions. These rituals are rich in cultural values and communicative intentions. However, they have rarely been examined from a linguistic perspective that focuses on language use in context. The main objective of this research is to investigate how ritual expressions such as blessings, symbolic utterances, and culturally marked instructions are conveyed in translated or interpreted English texts. Using a qualitative descriptive method grounded in speech act theory and ethno-pragmatics, data were collected from four primary sources: interviews with cultural figures (35%), ritual observations with audio-video recordings (30%), bilingual document analysis (25%), and field notes on the ceremonial context (10%). The results indicate that 67% of English translations partially retained the original communicative force, 23% showed significant meaning shifts, particularly in indirect speech acts and politeness strategies, and only 10% fully preserved the original sociocultural intentions. These findings reveal the complexity of maintaining cultural meanings in cross-linguistic communication and the potential for meaning loss during translation. This study contributes to a deeper understanding of cultural pragmatics in multilingual translation and highlights the importance of culturally sensitive translation practices. It concludes that such practices are crucial to preserving the sociocultural integrity of local traditions and promoting more effective intercultural understanding.
SYMBOLIC MEANINGS of MANUK RULU in KARONESE MARRIAGE TRADITION Barus, Efendi; Erwina, Emmy; Ekalestari, Susi; Risnawaty
International Journal of Educational Research Excellence (IJERE) Vol. 2 No. 2 (2023): July-December
Publisher : PT Inovasi Pratama Internasional

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55299/ijere.v2i2.725

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Semiotics thus includes different resources, such as language, images, music, sound and embodied action, and the meanings which arise as choices from these resources combine in semiotic phenomena such as texts, interactions and events (KAY L O’HALLORAN: 2020). This research is concerned with the symbolic meaning of Manuk Rulu in Karonese Marriage Tradition. Manuk Rulu is a tradition or culture in Karo people usually presented by the couple of marriage and the groom’s parents to Kalimbubu. It indicates the respect given to Kalimbubu in the hope that through the pray of them to the Almighty God, the marriage couple can get harmonious, happy, peaceful life and getting descendant, son and daughter. The aim of this research is to find and elaborate the symbolic meaning of Manuk Rulu in Karo tradition. This tradition is found in Deli Serdang Region. Manuk Rulu consists of: Manuk Raja Mulia “the symbol of Respectfulness, Loyalty, Obedience to Kalimbubu so that through this tribute hopingly the marriage couple can get blessing from God. The result of this research can be shown here such as those symbolic meanings are found here such such bravery in facing the life, sincere heart, quality or glory of speech. The method of research is done by descriptive qualitative research proposed by Hancock (1998). The main theory to support this research is the theory of Semiotics by Charles Sanders Pierce (1990). This research can be concluded that the local tradition of Karo people can reflect the Semiotic Symbols which are considered valuable to the language learners.
RADICAL AND LIBERAL FEMINISM IN ALICE WALKER’S THE COLOR PURPLE: AN INTERSECTIONAL AND SOCIOLOGICAL INQUIRY Hasibuan, Derliana; Barus, Efendi; Siwi, Purwanto; Nuzwaty, Nuzwaty
JOURNAL OF LANGUAGE Vol 7, No 1: May 2025
Publisher : Universitas Islam Sumatera Utara

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30743/jol.v7i1.10918

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This study explores feminist themes in Alice Walker’s The Color Purple, with a particular focus on the character of Celie as a symbol of resistance and empowerment. It aims to identify and analyze various forms of feminism represented in the novel, emphasizing how Celie challenges traditional gender roles and societal expectations. Employing a sociological approach to literature and drawing on feminist theories—specifically liberal and radical feminism—the research traces Celie’s transformative journey toward self-liberation. The findings reveal that Celie embodies both liberal and radical feminist ideals through her rejection of patriarchal authority and her pursuit of personal autonomy and gender equality. Her evolution—from a silenced and oppressed figure to a self-reliant provider and assertive individual—demonstrates themes of self-determination and resistance to gender norms. Celie’s portrayal as a resilient and resourceful woman, often exhibiting traits culturally coded as masculine, serves to critique gender stereotypes and advocate for a broader understanding of strength and leadership. Ultimately, The Color Purple stands as a powerful narrative that interrogates gender boundaries, promotes feminist discourse, and underscores the potential of individual agency to inspire social change. This qualitative study analyzes the original English version of the novel as its primary data source, with data—comprising words, dialogues, and key passages—collected through close reading and systematic note-taking. The analysis, grounded in the sociology of literature, identifies and interprets feminist elements to achieve the study’s objectives.
Pembelajaran di Era Teknologi Digital – Sebuah Kajian Literatur Siregar, Roswani; Subagiharti, Heni; Handayani, Diah Syafitri; Surbakti, Syamsul Bahri; Barus, Efendi
Journal of Education, Humaniora and Social Sciences (JEHSS) Vol 6, No 4 (2024): Journal of Education, Humaniora and Social Sciences (JEHSS), May
Publisher : Mahesa Research Center

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.34007/jehss.v6i4.2003

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The use of technological devices has brought changes in learning methods and strategies in the last decade. This article aims to describe a general overview of what educators have done in dealing with learning in the digital era in the last five years. The method used in this study is a literature review, namely by examining the results of 38 reports about learning using digital technology published in journals and proceedings between 2018 and 2023. Based on the results, several important aspects regarding learning in the digital era were found, namely from the perspective of various learning activity results in the last five years. The findings of this study show that digital-based teaching is not just about optimizing technology or the internet in developing students' thinking potential but is also related to developing students' attitudes, behavior, and personality. Apart from that, collaboration between educators and students is also important to maximize the impact of technology on learning. With the right approach, technology can become a powerful tool in achieving educational goals and allows its use to be tailored to students' needs.
Co-Authors Aisyah Aisyah Aisyah Lubis, Aisyah Amirul Mukminin Bincar Nasution Br Sembiring, Sukutenta Chairani, Sri Chairuddin Chairuddin Ekalestari, Susi Elita Modesta Br. Sembiring Erwina, Emmy Ezir, Ely Fadli, Izhar Handayani, Diah Syafitri Hasibuan, Derliana Heni Subagiharti Humaira, Rafiqah Jumino Suhadi, Jumino Kalsum, Eka Umi Lasyuli Simbolon, Lasyuli M. Manugeren, M. Manugeren, M Manugeren, M. Manugeren Maulana, Cecep Nuzwaty, Nuzwaty Pawiro, Muhammad Ali Purwarno, Purwarno Risnawaty Risnawaty Risnawaty Saiful Anwar Matondang SIPAYUNG, ROHDEARNI WATI Siregar, Elvi Fauziah Siregar, Roswani Siwi, Purwanto Suci Amalia Surbakti, Syamsul Bahri Syarifah Syarifah, Syarifah Wardana, Fitra Andira