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Likert Scale vs Semantic scale: Comparing the use of Mendeley application for the journal editors Syarief Fajaruddin; Farida Agus Setiawati; Ari Setiawan; Nuryani Dwi Astuti; I Nyoman Indhi Wiradika; Mia Ayu Nadia; Tri Andi
Patria Educational Journal (PEJ) Vol. 5 No. 4 (2025): Volume 5 Nomor 4 Desember 2025
Publisher : Lembaga Penelitian dan Pengabdian Masyarakat, Universitas Nahdlatul Ulama Blitar

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.28926/pej.v5i3.2650

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The study aims to identify the excellence in the use of two types of scale by comparing the Likert Scale and the Semantic Differential Scale. In addition, the study aims to identify the constructs of the Mendeley application as well as the indicators that it has shaped. The study itself is developmental research. The instruments for the Likert Scale and the Semantic Scale have been developed by referring to the same guidelines. Then, the respondents in the study are 59 journal administrators throughout Indonesia. After the data have been gathered, the data are analysed by using the exploratory factor analysis and the confirmatory factor analysis. The results of the study show that four factors that have been formed in the construction for the Mendeley application using the two scales. Based on the measurement results, it is found that Semantic Differential Scale is more excellent in terms of validity and reliability.
The practice of postgraduate students' publication: A qualitative analysis on the students' publication challenges Syarief Fajaruddin; Caly Setiawan; Tri Andi; Nuryani Dwi Astuti; Ari Setiawan; I Nyoman Indhi Wiradika; Satrian Suhendar
DWIJA CENDEKIA: Jurnal Riset Pedagogik Vol 10, No 1 (2026): April 2026
Publisher : Universitas Sebelas Maret

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.20961/jdc.v10i1.113729

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Scientific publication in reputable international journals is a key requirement for the graduation of postgraduate students in Indonesia. Although this policy aims to enhance research quality, many students face challenges in fulfilling these requirements. This study aims to explore the scientific publication practices of postgraduate students and identify the difficulties they encounter in the publication process. The research method employs a qualitative approach with a phenomenological design. Data were collected through participatory observation and in-depth interviews with postgraduate students selected using purposive sampling, and analyzed using ATLAS.ti 22 software. The findings reveal that the requirement to publish in Scopus-indexed journals with a minimum Q3 rating, as well as the obligation to include the supervisor and co-supervisor as authors, presents significant challenges for students. The difficulties faced include structuring articles properly, developing the research gap, determining the novelty of the research, and using appropriate academic language. The implications of these findings highlight the importance of more intensive support from higher education institutions in providing technical and pedagogical guidance to help students overcome these challenges and better prepare them to meet international publication standards.