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EVALUATING THE EFFICACY OF DISCORD-BASED BLENDED LEARNING ON ENGLISH SPEAKING SKILLS AND STUDENT ENGAGEMENT Munibi, Ahmad Zaki; Boeriswati, Endry; Anoegrajekti, Novi; Rahmat, Aceng
JURNAL EDUSCIENCE Vol 11, No 3 (2024): Jurnal Eduscience (JES), (Authors from Hungary, South Africa, Malaysia, and Ind
Publisher : Universitas Labuhanbatu

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36987/jes.v11i3.6434

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In the midst of the growing prominence of educational technology, Discord emerges as a promising platform for facilitating language learning. Nevertheless, its role in blended learning models aimed at improving English speaking skills and student engagement, particularly among middle school students, remains insufficiently examined. This study explores the application of Discord, a social communication tool, within a blended learning framework to enhance English speaking skills among middle school learners. Using a qualitative case study method, the research involves 23 purposively sampled students representing diverse levels of English proficiency. Data is gathered through classroom observations, teacher interviews, and document analysis. The literature underscores the critical role of fluent speaking skills in language education, highlighting various influencing factors, such as speaking conditions, attitudes, listening skills, and feedback. Discord's distinctive features such as voice channels and instant messaging facilitate real-time communication and collaborative learning opportunities. While prior studies have predominantly concentrated on traditional educational technologies, they often overlook the potential of emerging platforms like Discord. The findings indicate that Discord significantly enhances interactivity, collaboration, and multimedia integration in learning activities. Educators utilize Discord's functionalities to host engaging discussions, deliver diverse learning materials, and conduct both formative and summative assessments effectively. Students report enhanced collaboration, active participation, and improved language proficiency through the platform's use. Integrating Discord into a blended learning approach offers an innovative and effective solution for language education, addressing the shortcomings of conventional methods and fostering a more engaging learning atmosphere. This research contributes valuable empirical insights into Discord's effectiveness in improving English speaking skills and promoting student engagement, while providing actionable recommendations for educators aiming to integrate advanced technologies into language teaching.Keywords: Discord; Blended Learning; English Speaking Skills; Student Engagement
Research Trends on Creative Thinking Skills in Indonesian Applied Linguistics Journals: Insights from Research Designs to Data Analysis Munibi, Ahmad Zaki; Rafli, Zainal; Murtadho, Fathiaty
IDEAS: Journal on English Language Teaching and Learning, Linguistics and Literature Vol. 12 No. 2 (2024): IDEAS: Journal on English Language Teaching and Learning, Linguistics and Lite
Publisher : Institut Agama Islam Negeri Palopo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24256/ideas.v12i2.5642

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Fostering creative thinking skills is a crucial objective within 21st-century education. This research applied content analysis to several articles published in Indonesian Applied Linguistics journals between 2014 and 2024, focusing on creative thinking as the central theme. The findings indicate a notable increase in the number of publications emphasizing creative thinking over the past four years, with qualitative research being the predominant methodology. Undergraduate students were the most frequently studied population, and a variety of materials were utilized in the research spanning the last decade. Questionnaires were the most commonly employed data collection tool, while thematic analysis was the most frequently used method for data interpretation. Based on these findings, several recommendations are offered for future research on creative thinking skills, including expanding the range of research designs and employing more refined data analysis techniques.
KOHESI GRAMATIKAL DAN LEKSIKAL PADA WACANA DEBAT KEDUA CALON WAKIL PRESIDEN PEMILU 2024 Munibi, Ahmad Zaki; Yuskar, Bobby Octavia; Anwar, Miftahulkhairah
CIVITAS (JURNAL PEMBELAJARAN DAN ILMU CIVIC) Vol 11, No 1 (2025)
Publisher : LPPM Universitas Labuhanbatu

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36987/civitas.v11i1.7176

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Kohesi gramatikal dan leksikal sudah lama diakui sebagai aspek penting dalam analisis wacana, namun penelitian mendalam mengenai aplikasinya dalam debat politik, terutama di Indonesia, masih jarang ditemukan. Penelitian ini merupakan penelitian deskriptif kualitatif yang bertujuan untuk menggambarkan penggunaan kohesi gramatikal dan leksikal dalam wacana Debat Kedua Calon Wakil Presiden Pemilu Tahun 2024. Data yang dikumpulkan berasal dari transkrip debat tersebut. Metode yang digunakan adalah teknik analisis dokumentasi dengan fokus pada teori Halliday & Hasan. Proses analisis data melibatkan pembacaan transkrip, pengkodean, dan identifikasi penggunaan penanda kohesi gramatikal dan leksikal dalam teks wacana. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa penggunaan kohesi gramatikal dan leksikal sangat penting dalam mempertahankan kelancaran dan kesinambungan informasi dalam wacana politik. Berbagai teknik ini membantu dalam menyoroti isu-isu penting, menjelaskan aspek pembangunan, memberikan kontras yang jelas, menunjukkan hubungan hierarki kata, menjaga kesinambungan teks, dan memperlihatkan hubungan erat antar kata dalam teks. Penelitian ini memberikan wawasan yang lebih dalam tentang strategi komunikasi dan pesan politik yang disampaikan oleh para kandidat. Melalui analisis yang komprehensif, dapat ditemukan pola-pola penggunaan bahasa yang efektif dalam mempengaruhi opini publik dan mendukung strategi kampanye politik. Dengan demikan, penelitian ini berpotensi memberikan kontribusi dalam pengembangan teori kohesi dalam konteks wacana politik, serta memperluas pemahaman tentang dinamika komunikasi politik secara keseluruhan.Kata kunci: Kohesi gramatikal; Kohesi leksikal; Wacana politik; Debat Wakil Presiden 2024
Faith in the Digital Era: How Language and Artificial Intelligence Technology Reshape Religious Practices Munibi, Ahmad Zaki; Abdul Hakim, Muhammad Kamal bin; Iskandar, Ifan
Jurnal SMART (Studi Masyarakat, Religi, dan Tradisi) Vol 11, No 1 (2025): Jurnal SMaRT : Studi Masyarakat, Religi, dan Tradisi
Publisher : Balai Penelitian dan Pengembangan Agama Semarang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.18784/smart.v11i1.2906

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In the digital era, the advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) has transformed how people understand and practice religion, creating new opportunities while posing significant challenges to cultural diversity and spiritual values. Using a Systematic Literature Review, this study examines how language and AI reshape religious practices, focusing on their impact on the cross-linguistic interpretation of religious texts, the transformation of communication patterns between congregants and spiritual authorities, and the personalization of religious messages and its implications for pluralism. The findings reveal that AI enhances accessibility to religious texts through automated translation and language-based algorithms while presenting challenges such as algorithmic bias, homogenization of interpretations, and risks to cultural diversity. Homogenization of interpretations refers to the tendency of AI systems to simplify or prioritize dominant theological perspectives, potentially marginalizing alternative or minority interpretations that contribute to the richness of religious traditions. Additionally, AI-powered virtual assistants alter communication patterns with spiritual authorities, and message personalization, defined here as the algorithmic tailoring of religious content to an individual’s digital behavior, preferences, or consumption history, tends to create information isolation that may hinder interfaith dialogue. This study emphasizes the need for ethical and inclusive approaches to AI development to preserve cultural and theological diversity.
REPRESENTASI IDEOLOGI DAN KEKUASAAN DALAM DEBAT KEDUA CAWAPRES PEMILU 2024 MELALUI PENDEKATAN GABUNGAN FOWLER-WODAK Munibi, Ahmad Zaki; Dewanti, Ratna
Jurnal Bahasa Asing Vol. 18 No. 1 (2025): Jurnal Bahasa Asing
Publisher : Sekolah Tinggi Bahasa Asing JIA

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58220/jba.v18i1.108

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Debat calon wakil presiden Pemilu 2024 memainkan peran penting dalam membentuk opini publik dan kebijakan. Namun, penelitian mengenai refleksi ideologi dan kekuasaan dalam wacana debat ini masih terbatas. Penelitian ini bertujuan menganalisis Debat Kedua Calon Wakil Presiden Pemilu 2024 melalui pendekatan Analisis Wacana Kritis berdasarkan teori Roger Fowler dan Ruth Wodak. Metode kualitatif digunakan untuk mengeksplorasi ideologi dan kekuasaan dalam debat dengan menyoroti kosakata seperti klasifikasi, pembatasan pandangan, pertarungan wacana, dan marginalisasi. Penelitian ini juga mengungkap ideologi kekuasaan melalui analisis konteks, representasi, identitas, dan relasi kuasa. Data diambil dari transkrip debat yang disiarkan di kanal YouTube KPU RI pada 22 Desember 2023, dan dianalisis melalui tiga tahap: reduksi data, verifikasi data, dan penyajian data. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bagaimana para calon wakil presiden menggunakan retorika dan bahasa untuk membangun citra diri, mempengaruhi audiens, dan menawarkan solusi terhadap masalah ekonomi. Muhaimin Iskandar menekankan pentingnya aturan yang adil bagi rakyat, Gibran Rakabuming Raka fokus pada investasi dan transportasi umum, serta Mahfud MD menyoroti tantangan UMKM. Analisis ini memperlihatkan penggunaan wacana untuk menegosiasikan hubungan kuasa dan mempengaruhi kebijakan publik, memberikan kontribusi signifikan dalam studi wacana kritis dan komunikasi politik.
Language as a Catalyst for Shaping Religious Identity and Political Ideology in the Era of Social Media Munibi, Ahmad Zaki
Jurnal Multidisiplin West Science Vol 4 No 07 (2025): Jurnal Multidisiplin West Science
Publisher : Westscience Press

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58812/jmws.v4i07.2439

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Beyond its traditional communicative purpose, language in the digital era serves as a strategic mechanism for constructing public opinion, affirming group solidarity, and circulating ideological content. However, its usage on social media platforms frequently contributes to increased social polarization. This study investigates the role of language in influencing religious identity and political ideology within digital discourse, emphasizing its dual capacity to foster both social cohesion and division. A Systematic Literature Review was conducted, comprising 44 peer-reviewed articles indexed in Scopus and Web of Science, published between 2021 and 2025. The analysis reveals a range of linguistic strategies, including symbolic representations, emotional rhetoric, and ideological framing, all of which play a significant role in constructing group identity and solidarity, while simultaneously intensifying societal fragmentation. These findings are interpreted through the lens of Critical Discourse Analysis and Framing Theory. The study highlights the urgent need for stronger regulatory frameworks addressing extremist content and calls for enhanced digital literacy to foster more responsible engagement in online discourse. Furthermore, it recommends future research to examine language use in non-English-speaking communities and to explore the long-term implications of digital communication on identity construction. This research contributes to a deeper understanding of the complex interplay between language, ideology, and identity in contemporary digital environments.