INFERENCE: Journal of English Language Teaching
Vol 7, No 1 (2024): Inference: Journal of English Language Teaching

EXPLORING SELF-DETERMINATION AND EDUCATIONAL IDEALS IN PURSUIT OF HAPPINESS BY GABRIEL MUCCINO

Yuanita, Tanty (Indraprasta PGRI University)
Said, Mashadi (Indraprasta PGRI University)
Saragih, Gustaman (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
20 Apr 2024

Abstract

The aim of this research is to analyze self-determination and educational ideals in "Pursuit of Happyness" by Gabriel Muccino. The research adopts a qualitative approach, employing a descriptive qualitative method to analyze data from the movie. The technique involves examining the story, and dialogue that contains self-determination and moral values. Deci and Ryan's theory (2012) is utilized for examining self-determination, while Morska's theory (2018) is applied to educational values. The data analysis in "Pursuit of Happyness" reveals a total of 15 dialogues describing self-determination. Autonomy comprises the highest percentage with 6 dialogues (40,0%), followed by relatedness with 5 dialogues (33,3%), and competence with 4 dialogues (26,7%). Additionally, the analysis of dialogues identifies a total of 18 dialogues related to educational ideals in the movie. Focus values have the highest percentage, encompassing 10 dialogues (55,6%), followed by aspirational values with 5 dialogues (27,8%), and foundation values with 3 dialogues (16,7%).

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Journal Info

Abbrev

inference

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Subject

Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media

Description

INFERENCE: Journal of English Language Teaching (ELT) focuses on various aspects of teaching and learning English as a second or foreign language. It covers innovative teaching methods, language skill development, teacher training, assessment practices, curriculum design, learner-centered ...