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Experimental Study In Comparing The Effects Of Active And Passive Sentences On Reader Comprehension In Academic Texts Muhammad Fadhil Uzmi; Tasya Nadira; Yani Lubis
Quality : Journal Of Education, Arabic And Islamic Studies Vol. 2 No. 1 (2024)
Publisher : Perkumpulan Dosen Fakultas Agama Islam Indramayu

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58355/qwt.v2i1.37

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Expert guidelines recommend using active over passive voice to improve clarity in English academic writing. However, few systematic reviews synthesize research on reader outcomes from texts written in the passive versus active voice. This paper reviewed experimental studies comparing the effects of active and passive voice on reader comprehension in English academic writing. Methods: Following Prisma guidelines, database searches identified quantitative studies manipulating voice in academic texts and measuring differential impacts on reader understanding. 9 eligible studies were analyzed narratively. Results: Studies consistently demonstrated reduced readability, slower processing, and lower comprehension scores for passive versus active voice texts across reader groups and disciplines. On coherence ratings, grammatical errors, and comprehension questions, passive voice performed significantly worse. Conclusions: Strong evidence confirms active voice improves reader comprehension over passive in academic writing. However, strategic passive usage may still benefit writing on a situational basis. More research is needed on providing effective instruction to EFL students on selectively deploying active/passive principles. Originality: This systematic review is the first to synthesize major studies comparing active and passive voice impacts on reader outcomes in academic writing. The consistent experimental results provide an empirical basis for style guidelines favoring active voice for clarity.
The essence Phonology in Linguistic Studies Nurul Aprilla; Tasya Nadira; Aqila Az Zahra
Fonologi: Jurnal Ilmuan Bahasa dan Sastra Inggris Vol. 3 No. 1 (2025): March: Fonologi: Jurnal Ilmuan Bahasa dan Sastra Inggris
Publisher : Asosiasi Periset Bahasa Sastra Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61132/fonologi.v3i1.1418

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Language is basically a system of sound symbols that humans use to communicate , so the aim of teaching Indonesian is to help people better express their thoughts and feelings using good and correct language so that they can communicate well and correctly . This research is one of many theoretical studies of language , one of which is phonology . The researchers used qualitatively literature review method by collect literature , journals , articles , etc. Phonology is a subdiscipline of linguistics that investigate the sounds of language and the processes of their formation and transformation . The study of phonology includes the study of the sounds of language as a whole and their functions . “The science of phonology ” and “ the science of sound ” actually come from the Greek words “ phone ,” meaning “ sound ,” and “ logos ,” meaning “ science .” General phonology studies language sounds and phonemes . Phonology specifically studies only the sounds in one language . Phonological awareness is very important in language learning to improve reading ability . Language abilities is often associated with speaking abilities or speaking skills . The view of the " lay public " that speaking abilities is the most important skills is wrong because of a child's success depends on the speed of his speaking . A child's speaking abilities is not associated with intelligence , but with their listening ability , environment and speech tools . People talk to each others using a series of words to convey their thoughts , ideas , and thoughts .