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Gender-Based Oppression in Margaret Atwood's The Handmaid's Tale Muhlisin, Muhlisin; Syamsurrijal; Zainuddin Abdussamad
Rainbow : Journal of Literature, Linguistics and Culture Studies Vol. 13 No. 1 (2024): April 2024
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Semarang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.15294/rainbow.v13i1.1959

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The perception of women as weak individuals results in their oppression, violence, and injustice, which are the fundamental reasons for their fight for equality, justice, and the right to be treated equally to men. The issue of women being objectified and abused by men is highlighted in the novel The Handmaid's Tale. This study aims to identify gender-based oppression against women and its impact on their social and mental well-being in the novel The Handmaid's Tale, using a qualitative descriptive method and a close reading approach to analyze literary motifs. The primary data source is the novel itself. The study utilized secondary sources such as journal articles, books, and relevant internet sources to gather data. The findings suggest that women experience various forms of oppression, including sexual harassment, gender role enforcement, objectification, and tight control by men. The impacts of this oppression result in trauma, psychological damage, internalization to survive, and loss of identity. In conclusion, gender-based oppression causes severe psychological and social agony for women.
Peningkatan Keterampilan Berbicara Bahasa Inggris Melalui Program English Conversation Club Bagi Siswa: Improving English Speaking Skills Through the English Conversation Club Program for Students Zainuddin Abdussamad; Lela Rahmawati; Hilda Hastuti; Bidari; Sutarman
Jurnal Kolaboratif Sains Vol. 8 No. 12: Desember 2025
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Palu

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56338/jks.v8i12.9729

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Kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan keterampilan berbicara Bahasa Inggris bagi siswa melalui program English Conversation Club di SMPN 19 Mataram. Latar belakang kegiatan ini adalah masih rendahnya kemampuan berbicara siswa akibat kurangnya kesempatan untuk berlatih secara aktif dan percaya diri dalam menggunakan Bahasa Inggris dalam konteks komunikasi nyata. Metode pelaksanaan meliputi pendampingan intensif melalui aktivitas speaking berbasis kelompok, role play, dialog, storytelling, public speaking, dan simulation test speaking yang dilakukan selama delapan pertemuan. Evaluasi kemampuan dilakukan melalui pre-test dan post-test serta observasi selama kegiatan berlangsung.Hasil kegiatan menunjukkan adanya peningkatan kemampuan berbicara yang signifikan, ditandai dengan meningkatnya kelancaran (fluency), pelafalan (pronunciation), kosakata (vocabulary), dan kepercayaan diri siswa dalam berbicara di depan umum. Selain itu, antusiasme dan motivasi belajar siswa meningkat karena pendekatan pembelajaran yang komunikatif, interaktif, dan menyenangkan. Dengan demikian, program English Conversation Club terbukti efektif sebagai upaya memperbaiki kemampuan speaking dan dapat dijadikan sebagai program berkelanjutan di sekolah.
Introduction to English Vocabulary  Through the Implementation of the Singing Based Method for Children at Saint Don Bosco Catholic Kindergarten Mataram Hastuti, Hilda; Lela Rahmawati; Diah Supatmiwati; Nur Alfilail; Agus Syahid; Zainuddin Abdussamad
Society : Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat Vol. 5 No. 4 (2026): Juli
Publisher : Edumedia Solution

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55824/we1kz610

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This community engagement program aims to introduce English vocabulary to kindergarten students by using songs and singing as an enjoyable learning method. This activity was initiated to foster an interactive and enjoyable learning atmosphere for early childhood learners. Singing was selected as the instructional method because songs can increase young EFL learners’ motivation and encourage their active participation in English learning. The singing-based method was implemented through nine stages, namely: (1) identification of the learning theme, (2) song planning, (3) preparation of learning media, (4) opening activity, (5) vocabulary introduction, (6) main singing-based activity, (7) vocabulary reinforcement, (8) simple evaluation, and (9) closing activity. The vocabulary introduction activity employed a singing-based approach using modified lyrics adapted from the song My Finger Family. The lyrics were modified to the learning theme, My Needs, and accompanied by simple gestures to facilitate natural vocabulary acquisition among young learners. The findings of this activity indicated improvements in children’s ability to retain new vocabulary, increased enthusiasm for learning, and higher levels of active participation in group singing activities. The results further suggest that the implementation of the singing-based method is effective in sustaining children's attention and fostering a positive and engaging learning atmosphere. Overall, the activity confirmed that the singing-based method is an effective, engaging, and age-appropriate instructional approach for enhancing children's acquisition of basic English vocabulary. The program is recommended for sustained integration into daily classroom activities in kindergarten settings to support children's English vocabulary development.