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The Employability of Graduates from the Chinese Language and Culture Program at Hasanuddin University in the Workforce: A Tracer Study Analysis and Its Relevance to 21st-Century Skills Sukma; Andi Filsah Muslimat; Ria Riski Marsuki
Longda Xiaokan: Journal of Mandarin Learning and Teaching Vol. 8 No. 1 (2025)
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Semarang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/longdaxiaokan.v8i1.23506

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This study examines the employability of graduates from the Chinese Language and Culture Program at Hasanuddin University, focusing on their career outcomes and the relevance of 21st-century skills in the workforce. Using a tracer study methodology, data was collected from 44 graduates (64.7% response rate) through surveys and interviews. The findings reveal a 72.73% employment rate, with most graduates securing roles as translators/interpreters or Chinese teachers, primarily in the private sector. Key factors influencing employability include communication skills, industry demand for Mandarin proficiency, and practical training. However, 27.27% of graduates remain unemployed, citing further education or difficulty finding suitable jobs as the primary reasons. The study highlights the need for curriculum enhancements and stronger university-industry partnerships to better align graduates' skills with labor market demands.  
Strengthening Strategies for Bugis Language Learning through an AI-Based Local Language Preservation Model in Barru Regency Sumarlin Rengko HR; Andi Filsah Muslimat; Pammuda; Mutahharah Nemin Kaharuddin; Nasihin; Ridwan Syam; Abdul Rauuf Muri; Zaidul
INTERACTION: Jurnal Pendidikan Bahasa Vol. 12 No. 1 (2025): INTERACTION: Jurnal Pendidikan Bahasa
Publisher : Program Studi Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris, Universitas Pendidikan Muhammadiyah Sorong

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36232/interactionjournal.v12i1.3942

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The partners of this program are UPTD SD Negeri 32 Barru and the Department of Education and Culture of the Barru Regency Government. This community service activity aims to provide understanding and knowledge to the community regarding policies and the history of local languages as a means to explore the existence of regional languages themselves. The enhancement of understanding about local language policies and history is integrated with a workshop on regional language preservation through the strategic use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology to develop and improve practical skills in creating learning processes not only through traditional approaches but also through technological approaches that are effective and easy to use. This program supports the preservation of regional languages through innovative and effective utilization of AI, while also enriching insights into the relationship between technology and regional language learning, thereby producing concrete outputs such as lesson plans, learning modules, or actions that can be implemented after the workshop.
Exploring Learners’ Experiences with Tactile and Interactive Materials in Mandarin Language Learning for Visually Impaired Students Sukma; Dian Sari Unga Waru; Leni Cahyani; Andi Filsah Muslimat; Rizqi Awalia Ilma; Asmuliyati Nahnu
INTERACTION: Jurnal Pendidikan Bahasa Vol. 12 No. 3 (2025): INTERACTION: Jurnal Pendidikan Bahasa
Publisher : Program Studi Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris, Universitas Pendidikan Muhammadiyah Sorong

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36232/interactionjournal.v12i3.4071

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Visually impaired students continue to encounter persistent barriers in foreign language learning because instructional practices often rely heavily on visual input, which limits their motivation and equitable participation in the learning process. This study addressed this gap by exploring whether multisensory Mandarin lessons could enhance engagement and motivation among visually impaired learners. A qualitative descriptive design was applied with 24 students at SLB A YAPTI Makassar. Data were collected through participant observation, semi-structured interviews, and a motivation questionnaire, then analysed thematically using Braun and Clarke's framework with triangulation to ensure credibility. The findings revealed three major outcomes: students expressed heightened interest and enjoyment, describing the lessons as novel and stimulating; they reported an increased sense of competence and confidence, though many requested slower pacing and more practice to master tonal distinctions; and they showed greater participation and peer interaction, fostering a more inclusive classroom environment. These results highlight the potential of multisensory approaches to reduce barriers in foreign language education, emphasising the need for teachers and policymakers to design adaptive strategies that support both accessibility and sustained motivation for visually impaired learners.