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Swear words in the Dayak Ngaju community Erisyerico, Mimo Lalito
Journal of Environment and Management Vol. 5 No. 1 (2024): Journal of Environment and Management
Publisher : Program Pascasarjana Universitas Palangka Raya dan (and) Ikatan Ahli Teknik Penyehatan dan Teknik Lingkungan Indonesia (IATPI)

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Recognizing that language serves as a powerful reflection of culture intricately woven into societal norms and expressions, this research aims to analyze swear words used in the Dayak Ngaju community. The primary focus is on compiling a list of these words and investigating their linguistic and cultural references. Employing a qualitative approach and the descriptive method, data were collected through direct observations of individuals residing along the Kahayan River. Direct-question interviews were conducted, and recordings were made to document the data. Six villages were selected for direct observations, and nine residents along the Kahayan River, representing various occupations and age groups, were interviewed. The data analysis followed the three steps outlined by Miles and Huberman: data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing or verification. The primary theoretical framework relies on Wardhaugh's categorization of swear words, complemented by Hughes's supporting theory. The findings reveal twenty-two commonly used swear words in the Dayak Ngaju community, categorized into mother-in-law (puki indum), animal (metu, asu, bakei, sabajai), sex (puki indum, latak, bawak, selak, kirang), death, religious matter, and oath (liau, kambe, setan, raung, saki raung, pandak umur, matei badaha, matei munu), bodily function (paleng param), and mental illness (paleng param, mameh, humung, bureng, paleng). Addressing the limitations of this research, including a diverse sample, longitudinal data, and comparative analyses with other communities, is crucial for robust and culturally contextualized research on swear words.
Exploring Clause Complexity: A Comprehensive Analysis of a Student’s Narrative Text on Central Kalimantan Folklore Erisyerico, Mimo Lalito; Luardini, Maria Arina
General English Education Vol 5 No 1 (2025): EBONY- Journal of English Language Teaching, Linguistics, and Literature
Publisher : The Study Program of English Education of Palangka Raya University 

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Writing cohesive and engaging narrative texts requires effective use of clause complexity to convey meaning and maintain reader interest. This research examines clause complexity in a narrative text written by a student in the English Education Program at the University of Palangka Raya, focusing on Central Kalimantan folklore. Using a qualitative approach with content analysis and Systemic Functional Linguistics (SFL), the research applies Halliday and Matthiessen’s (2013) framework, emphasizing taxis (parataxis and hypotaxis) and logico-semantic relations, including expansion (elaboration, extension, and enhancement) and projection (locution and idea). The text was chosen for its thematic relevance, generic structure, language features, and clause diversity. Results show paratactic constructions dominate, comprising 77% of the total clauses, reflecting the student’s preference for coordination to ensure readability and clarity. Paratactic extension (27%) and enhancement (17%) highlight effective idea connection and context, while paratactic locution (33%) underscores the role of dialogue in engaging readers. Hypotactic constructions, at 13%, focus on idea projection and enhancement (10%), indicating limited use of subordination for expressing complex relationships. These findings underline the importance of mastering both coordination and subordination techniques for cohesive, meaningful narratives. The research provides insights for educators to enhance students' clause usage in academic writing.
Students' Perceptions of Grammarly Application Feedback on Writing Skill at SMAN 4 Palangka Raya Erisyerico, Mimo Lalito; Perdana, Indra; Karani, Elanneri
PROJECT (Professional Journal of English Education) Vol. 8 No. 2 (2025): VOLUME 8 NUMBER 2, MARCH 2025
Publisher : IKIP Siliwangi

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Grammarly is an online tool that helps users improve their writing by correcting errors in grammar, vocabulary, and mechanics. With its growing use among students, it is important to understand their perceptions of the tool. This research investigates the perceptions of SMAN 4 Palangka Raya students regarding Grammarly's feedback on their writing skill during the 2024–2025 academic year. Using a descriptive quantitative design, a survey was distributed to 91 students who regularly used Grammarly. The questionnaire gathered data on students' perceptions of Grammarly's feedback features, quality and impact, and overall usage. Analysis was conducted using frequency distributions, percentages, and mean scores in Microsoft Excel. The results show that students have a positive perception of Grammarly, with a mean score of 4.19, highlighting its effectiveness in improving grammar, vocabulary, and mechanics. Students value its ability to identify errors, suggest vocabulary, and correct spelling, punctuation, and capitalization. Grammarly's feedback not only enhances writing quality but also boosts confidence and motivation. The tool's accessibility and user-friendly interface, even in the free version, further reinforce its positive perception. However, individual factors such as prior writing ability, learning preferences, and technical issues influenced how students perceived its effectiveness.
The Role of Local Languages in Indonesian EFL Classrooms: A Systematic Literature Review Erisyerico, Mimo Lalito; Artini, Luh Putu
PROJECT (Professional Journal of English Education) Vol. 9 No. 3 (2026): VOLUME 9 NUMBER 3, MAY 2026
Publisher : IKIP Siliwangi

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In Indonesia, English is taught as a foreign language from elementary to university levels. The country has over 700 local languages, which bring both opportunities and challenges for teaching English. Local languages are often used to help students understand difficult concepts or materials. The local language does not seem to be considered to have a role in translanguaging to support the development of the second or foreign language learning. This study employed a systematic literature review method, analyzing sixteen research articles published between 2020 and 2025 that explore how local languages are used alongside Indonesian and English by teachers and students, as well as to identify the benefits and challenges. The results show that local languages are mostly used informally by teachers, for example, to let students plan ideas in their mother tongue, switch languages, give instructions, or explain difficult points. These practices help students participate more easily, understand lessons better, gain confidence, preserve their culture, and improve their language learning. Although there are some benefits, teachers still face problems like unclear policies, lack of materials, and limited preparation. Schools need clear rules, trained teachers, and good materials to use local languages well. Careful planning is also important for balancing the learning of English and culture.