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All Journal KEMBARA RETORIKA: Jurnal Bahasa, Sastra, dan Pengajarannya Journal of Research in English Language Teaching and Linguistics
Dedi Aco
National Dong Hwa University, Taiwan
Humanities Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media

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The effect of gamified learning on students’ motivation and vocabulary retention Dedi Aco; Edi Suwandi
Journal of Research in English Language Teaching and Linguistics Vol 1 No 2 (2025): December 2025
Publisher : Early Publishing Group

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.65431/jrell.v1i2.25

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This study explores the impact of gamified learning strategies on students’ motivation and vocabulary retention in English as a Foreign Language (EFL) context, an area of increasing importance given the need to enhance engagement and learning outcomes through innovative methods. Recent studies indicate that game elements such as points, badges, and leaderboards can positively influence learner motivation and facilitate vocabulary acquisition. However, the effects of gamification on both motivational and cognitive aspects of language learning, particularly in terms of long-term retention and sustained engagement are still underexplored. The aim of this research is to investigate how gamified instruction affects students’ motivation and vocabulary retention and to analyze the relationship between these two factors. Employing a quasi-experimental design, the study involved 85 intermediate-level EFL learners divided into gamified and non-gamified groups. Data were collected through validated questionnaires assessing motivation a vocabulary tests measuring retention, and post-intervention reflection surveys to capture students’ perceptions of specific gamification elements. Data analysis involved descriptive statistics, independent t-tests to compare group differences, Pearson correlation analyses to explore relationships between motivation and retention, and a multiple regression analysis to explore the impact of game elements. The findings demonstrate that students in the gamified group exhibited significantly higher motivation and better vocabulary retention compared to their counterparts. Moreover, motivation was positively correlated with vocabulary retention, highlighting the importance of engaging instructional strategies. The implications of this study suggest that well-designed gamified learning can serve as an effective pedagogical tool to boost motivation and facilitate long-term vocabulary retention in EFL teaching. Furthermore, the results underscore the need for educators to thoughtfully incorporate game elements and tailor initiatives to learner needs, emphasizing the potential of gamification to transform language education into an engaging, effective process. Future research should explore the long-term effects and broader applicability across diverse educational settings.
Optimizing Learning Technology to Improve Literacy Habits in Indonesian Rural Schools Harmita Sari; Rahmat Kamaruddin; Andi Nurhayati; Altri Wahida; Samsinar Samsinar; Dedi Aco
RETORIKA: Jurnal Bahasa, Sastra, dan Pengajarannya Vol 19, No 1 (2026)
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Makassar

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26858/retorika.v19i1.72877

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Technology learning has become an integral part of contemporary education and has a significant impact on students' writing literacy motivation. This study aims to review the level of motivation for writing literacy in Junior High Schools (SMP) in rural areas of Indonesia. In addition, this study aims to review the relationship between learning technology and students' writing habits. This study uses a quantitative approach with an online survey data collection technique using the Qualtrics system. The analysis technique used in this study is the Structural Equation Model-Partial Least Square (SEM-PLS). The test results showed that learning technology had a significant influence on writing literacy with a path coefficient of 0.798. This shows that mastery of learning technology provides a positive boost to students' motivation to write. Learning technology on habits and behavior also has a significant direction with a path coefficient of 0.798. The use of technology has increased students' motivation for writing literacy because of the easy access to the necessary resources. Learners feel more motivated to explore new topics and ideas and offer opportunities to express themselves through writing.
Speech Acts in the Bastem Traditional Wedding Ceremony (Rampanan Kapa'): An Ethnopragmatic Study in South Sulawesi A. Nurhayati; Harmita Sari; Husnani Aliah; Dedi Aco
KEMBARA: Jurnal Keilmuan Bahasa, Sastra, dan Pengajarannya Vol. 12 No. 1 (2026): April
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Malang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.22219/kembara.v12i1.41403

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This research is motivated by the importance of understanding language as a medium for shaping social values ​​and cultural identity in the Bastem community, South Sulawesi. The Rampanan Kapa' traditional wedding ceremony is not only a ritual for uniting two families, but also an arena for symbolic communication imbued with values ​​of politeness, spirituality, and social solidarity. The main problem of this research is the form, meaning, and function of the speech acts used in each stage of the ceremony, and how these utterances reflect local cultural values ​​and the politeness system of the Bastem community. This research uses a qualitative descriptive method with an ethnopragmatic approach, which connects the analysis of linguistic forms with the sociocultural context. Data were obtained through direct observation, in-depth interviews, documentation, and recording of speech acts used during the traditional procession. The results show four main types of speech acts—representative, expressive, directive, and declarative—that function to regulate social relations, affirm customary norms, and mark the social legitimacy of the marriage. Customary speech also serves as a means of transmitting moral values ​​such as deliberation, politeness, and respect for ancestors. The research conclusion confirms that the Bastem traditional language is not just a means of communication, but rather a social and spiritual mechanism that connects humans with their communities and cultures, as well as being a means of preserving the collective identity of local communities.
Co-Authors A. Nurhayati Altri Wahida Andi Nurhayati Edi Suwandi Harmita Sari Husnani Aliah Rahmat Kamaruddin Samsinar Samsinar