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Exploring English for Academic Purposes Program: Needs analysis and impact evaluation Damayanti, Ika Lestari; Derinalp, Pelin; Asyifa, Firly; Suryatama, Kurniawan
Studies in English Language and Education Vol 11, No 3 (2024)
Publisher : Universitas Syiah Kuala

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24815/siele.v11i3.38329

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A collaborative project involving two universities was initiated to support lecturers in Indonesia in designing English for Academic Purposes (EAP) instruction adjusted to local needs and the latest advancements in EAP. Using a mixed-methods approach and developmental research design, the study included a needs analysis, implementation of an EAP professional learning program, and a program evaluation survey. Needs analysis was conducted through a survey with 88 lecturers and 618 students from 41 universities in Indonesia. The results of the need analysis were then used to inform the design and delivery of an online professional development program for EAP lecturers. Based on the needs analysis results, the EAP lecturers who participated in the survey conveyed that they required improvements in digital skills, teaching techniques for diverse proficiency levels, and methods for improving students productive skills and critical thinking abilities. The participating students also expressed their need for interactive EAP activities, team-based learning, and the use of social media for collaboration and connectivity. Informed by the needs analysis results, a two-month program was designed and delivered in eight 90-minute video conferences, combined with asynchronous activities on a learning platform. As revealed in the post-program survey, the participating lecturers feedback on the program highlighted contributing factors to the changes in their technological and pedagogical content knowledge, particularly in the areas of using digital tools and differentiated instruction in EAP. This study highlights the need for continuous professional development to enhance EAP lecturers ability to effectively apply acquired skills in teaching and professional practice.
Lessons learned from investigating EFL pre-service teachers competencies Sukyadi, Didi; Damayanti, Ika Lestari; Hamied, Fuad Abdul; Gunawan, Wawan; Suryatama, Kurniawan; Asyifa, Firly
Studies in English Language and Education Vol 12, No 3 (2025)
Publisher : Universitas Syiah Kuala

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24815/siele.v12i3.44064

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This study investigates the English proficiency levels, perceptions, and pedagogical competencies of pre-service English teachers who graduated from one of the teacher education universities in Indonesia, along with stakeholder evaluations and future quality benchmarks. This research employed a mixed-methods case study approach, with data collected from TOEFL-like test score reports and a survey involving 52 pre-service teachers, two classroom observations, interviews with two employers, and focus group discussions (FGD) involving four stakeholders from other teacher education universities. Score report and survey data were analyzed through descriptive statistics, while observation notes, employers interviews, and FGD data were analyzed using thematic analysis. The findings from the report revealed that most pre-service teachers possessed B2 or higher English proficiency. The survey result showed that they valued courses on English for Young Learners and general pedagogy clusters, though several courses on the English for Specific Purposes cluster were perceived as less supportive. Classroom observations and employer feedback revealed strong pedagogical competencies, creative use of resources, and technology integration abilities, while also indicating the need for future improvement. Additionally, FGD results emphasized the need for pre-service teachers to master TPACK, obtain standardized English certification, develop leadership skills, possess AI ethico-onto-epistemological awareness, and demonstrate competence in multiliteracies and multimodal pedagogies.
“You must try it”: A forensic linguistics analysis of online gambling promotions in social media comment sections Juanda, Mochammad Rizki; Sambodo, Unggul Putra; Suryatama, Kurniawan
CaLLs (Journal of Culture, Arts, Literature, and Linguistics) Special Issue "SESANTI 2025"
Publisher : Fakultas Ilmu Budaya, Universitas Mulawarman

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30872/calls.v11i0.22636

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This study investigates the persuasive strategies employed in online gambling advertisements circulated through social media comment sections. Drawing on a dataset of 32 interactions from TikTok between 21 August and 23 September 2025, the analysis examines how language constructs trust, credibility, and manipulation. Each dataset entry includes a primary promotional comment, often framed as a testimonial of success, and at least one reply, ensuring dialogic interaction. Using a move analysis approach, the findings reveal systematic patterns of persuasion, including claims of winning, reinforcement from other users, and staged dialogue that collectively simulate authenticity. These patterned linguistic moves demonstrate that the comments are strategically orchestrated rather than spontaneous. The recurrence of testimonial chaining, where initial claims are echoed and validated by follow up comments, emerges as a key marker of deception. Engagement metrics such as likes and replies further amplify visibility, making these illicit promotions harder to detect or remove. This study highlights how forensic linguistic analysis can uncover the structural and interactive dimensions of deceptive discourse, offering insights into the mechanisms of online gambling promotion in Indonesia’s digital landscape