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JOURNAL OF APPLIED LINGUISTICS AND LITERATURE
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Journal of Applied Linguistics and Literature (JOALL) is a peer-reviewed professional journal with the editorial board of scholars mainly in applied linguistics, literature, and English language teaching (ELT). It is published by the Postgraduate Program of English Education, Universitas Bengkulu, Indonesia with the ISSN (online):2503-524X; and ISSN (print): 2502-7816.
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Unpacking ideological affiliation through evaluative language: Attitudinal and coupling patterns in The Jakarta Post editorials Yulizar Komarawan; Mulyati Khorina; Khoirun Nisaa’ Arnoi
JOALL (Journal of Applied Linguistics and Literature) Vol. 10 No. 2 (2025): August 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33369/joall.v10i2.41849

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Editorials are widely recognized as a space where newspapers express their views and shape public opinion. While much attention has been given to the persuasive function of editorials, relatively little scholarly work has explored how evaluative language is used to build affiliation between writers and readers. This study addresses that gap by examining how The Jakarta Post constructs ideological affiliation through evaluative languages (attitudes), coupling patterns, and affiliation strategies. Drawing on Appraisal Theory within Systemic Functional Linguistics, the study explores how attitudes are constructed and combined with ideational content to position readers. The data were five editorial texts which were selected using a constructed week sampling method over a one-month period to ensure variety and balance. The findings show that appreciation is the most common type of attitude, which often appears in negative forms to criticize policies and institutional performance. Judgment is often used in the investigated editorials, especially when evaluating public figures. In contrast, affect appears less frequently, but it still plays an important role in conveying shared emotional concerns. These attitudes are usually presented through couplings with ideational elements such as actors, events, or policies. This combination makes the evaluations more persuasive. Two dominant coupling patterns were identified, namely [NEG + INDONESIA] which is used to criticize government performance and policy and [POS + INDONESIA] which highlights national values or collective goals. To foster alignment with readers, the editorials employ affiliation strategies such as conceding and overriding (a divisive strategy) and repetition (a solidary strategy) which help guide readers toward shared viewpoints or editorial stances. The findings shed light on a clearer understanding of how evaluative language in editorials builds ideological affiliation. The study offers theoretical insights into appraisal in Indonesian media discourse and practical contributions by highlighting how evaluative language shapes reader perspectives and supports media literacy development.
Feedback on Reading and Writing: Exploring Students’ Experience and Preferences Mardiah, Radiatan; Melati; Ulfiati, Lilik; Safitri, Nyimas Triyana
JOALL (Journal of Applied Linguistics and Literature) Vol. 10 No. 2 (2025): August 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33369/joall.v10i2.38471

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Feedback plays a crucial role in achieving learning objectives. This study explores students’ experience and preferences in feedback provision and its implications on reading and writing instruction. This study applied a qualitative research design with a case study method. The participants were ten fifth-semester students of the 2023/2024 academic year of the English education study program at a public university in Jambi, Indonesia. A focus group discussion with the students was used to explore their experiences and preferences, supported by the data from the learning management system (LMS) of the university. Furthermore, the data were analysed using thematic analysis. The findings revealed that feedback was provided by lecturers and peers, both in online and offline modes. The peers provided more informal feedback, and lecturers provided more detailed and natural feedback on the students’ reading and writing exercises. While students appreciated peer feedback, they also felt uncertain when they received feedback from peers. In addition, the students preferred face-to-face direct constructive feedback, which can help them increase self-awareness and understand more details. However, being loaded with other teaching tasks and academic activities on campus, lecturers could not fully meet this particular preference.  Thus, as the pedagogical implication, multimodal feedback which is personalized to enable students to feed forward in their own individual learning journeys should be used.
Lexical Bundle Structure and Function of ChatGPT-Generated Essay: Corpus-Based Study of Advanced Learners in Indonesia Azalia, Syafina; Widodo, Pratomo; Wiedarti, Pangesti; Sudartinah, Titik
JOALL (Journal of Applied Linguistics and Literature) Vol. 10 No. 2 (2025): August 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33369/joall.v10i2.39244

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Numerous studies have primarily focused on investigating the linguistic structures of academic writing, such as theses, dissertations, and articles from reputable journals authored by individuals ranging from novices to experts. However, few studies have examined the linguistic structures of texts written by AI, particularly those produced by ChatGPT. This study aims to analyze the lexical bundle structure and function variations of 10 argumentative essays generated by ChatGPT, which were composed based on prompts provided by advanced learners in Indonesia, specifically graduate students of applied linguistics from Yogyakarta University. The objective is to explore the lexical bundle structure and function of ChatGPT-generated essays to understand how the AI employs various linguistic forms and constructs relationships between sentences. For data collection, this study utilized the corpus tool AntConc's N-gram feature to refine the four-word lexical bundles from the collected essays. The analysis used the frameworks of Hyland (2008b) and Biber et al. (1999). The result showed the Noun Phrase + pattern as the most frequent lexical bundle structure found in ChatGPT-generated essays. This structure has been used primarily to assert ideas and positions on the discussed topics (Stance Features), marking that ChatGPT has a strong ability in presenting and elaborating ideas. However, the least frequently found lexical bundle function is text construction that can link one idea to others to create the connection. Therefore, this study suggested that ChatGPT-generated essays can assist in effectively conveying the writer's perspectives but need attention or development in creating cohesive links between ideas in written discourse.
Challenges and strategic approaches in EFL students’ prose analysis essays Setyowati, Lestari; Benyamin, Bianda Alzena; Karmina, Sari; MR, Elvira Rosyida; Sukmawan, Sony
JOALL (Journal of Applied Linguistics and Literature) Vol. 10 No. 2 (2025): August 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33369/joall.v10i2.40055

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This study investigates the difficulties experienced by EFL students in writing essays for prose analysis, along with the strategies they use to overcome these challenges. This research used qualitative research with a case study design. The participants of the study were 14 students of the English Language and Literature department from one of the state universities in Malang, East Java. The data collection took two months. The instruments used were interviews, questionaires, observation, and documentation. The result shows that students face major challenges in essay writing, particularly in content and organization, such as making good thesis statements and conclusions, and moderate difficulties with grammar. However, they demonstrated sufficient vocabulary and mechanical skills. To address these issues, students reported employing different types of strategies. The most common were mind mapping, continuous practice, and peer discussions. Moderately used strategies included seeking feedback, using audiovisual resources, and consulting dictionaries. The least used were translating, watching YouTube videos, and using AI tools or application. These strategies were applied throughout the writing process—pre-writing, whilst writing, and post-writing—and students found them effective in improving their prose analysis essays. 
Appraisal and ideology in students’ argumentative texts: a systemic functional linguistics study Risdianto, Faizal; Nugroho, Haryo Aji; Sunardi, Sunardi; Arkida, Teisar
JOALL (Journal of Applied Linguistics and Literature) Vol. 10 No. 2 (2025): August 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33369/joall.v10i2.40957

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This study aims to examine how students employ evaluative language in argumentative writing using Appraisal theory, specifically the categories of Attitude, Graduation, and Engagement to uncover the connection between evaluative strategies and ideological positioning, a relatively unexplored area in EFL research. Employing a mixed-methods design, the study analysed argumentative essays and survey responses from participants in the 2024 Argumentative Writing Contest. Data were collected from 21 submissions, with four texts selected based on argumentative quality, linguistic richness, and regional representation (Bengkulu, Kotawaringin, Bekasi, and Yogyakarta). A survey questionnaire accompanied the text analysis to gather student insights on their writing experiences. The textual data from students’ writings were examined using the Appraisal framework in systemic functional linguistics (SFL), and the survey data from the questionnaire were processed through the interactive analysis model in qualitative research, involving data condensation, display, and verification. Triangulation and member checking ensured data credibility. Findings revealed that students’ evaluative language mainly utilized appreciation to represent ideological stance and assessing regional learning environments. Most of the writers used intensifier markers, while students from remote regions used more monoglossic expressions. Cultural norms shaped argumentation styles, with some preferring indirect persuasion. This suggests that evaluative writing is both linguistically and culturally situated. The study’s implications advocate for culturally responsive and linguistically targeted instruction to bridge regional disparities in argumentative writing competence.
Rendering historical and sociocultural references through subtitles: The case of English-Indonesian translation in Netflix’s History 101 Amilia, Ika Kartika; Merrita, Diah
JOALL (Journal of Applied Linguistics and Literature) Vol. 10 No. 2 (2025): August 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33369/joall.v10i2.42593

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In today’s global circulation of audiovisual media, translating cultural references poses a significant challenge–particularly in documentary genres that aim to educate diverse audiences. History 101, a Netflix documentary series, features dense historical and cultural content that demands careful linguistic and cultural adaptation in its subtitled version. This study investigates the types of cultural references and the subtitling strategies used to translate them into Indonesian. Drawing on Cintas and Remael’s (2021) taxonomy–widely applied in audiovisual translation research–the study adopts a descriptive case study design. The analysis identifies a high concentration of ethnographic references, followed by socio-political and geographical categories. These references include elements such as daily life objects, institutions, and place names. To render these into the target language, the subtitler applies a range of strategies, with loan translation being the most frequently used. Literal translation, calque, explicitation, substitution, and transposition are also observed, reflecting a tendency to strike a balance between linguistic accuracy and accessibility for the target audience. Overall, the findings underscore the richness of the documentary’s cultural content and the complexity of subtitling such materials. The frequent use of ethnographic references and loan translation suggests an effort to preserve cultural specificity while ensuring comprehension for Indonesian viewers. 
Linguistic and non-linguistic communication strategies employed by English non-native speaker hosts in talk shows and on-location interviews on SEA Today TV Izwandi, Alya Afifah; Ira Maisarah; Safnil Arsyad; Alamsyah Harahap
JOALL (Journal of Applied Linguistics and Literature) Vol. 10 No. 2 (2025): August 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33369/joall.v10i2.44130

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English non-native speaker (NNS) hosts in television broadcasting often face communicative pressures where maintaining fluency, accuracy, and audience engagement is critical. These challenges require the use of compensatory strategies, that is, techniques to overcome gaps in linguistic proficiency and sustain interaction. This study investigates the linguistic and non-linguistic communication strategies employed by NNS hosts on SEA Today TV across two formats: talk shows (TS) and on-location interviews (OL). Using a mixed-methods content analysis, 20 purposively selected broadcast episodes (2021–2025) were examined to represent program variety and host diversity. Data were coded using an adapted version of Farrahi’s (2011) taxonomy, with 20% of the corpus double-coded; inter-rater reliability (Cohen’s κ TS = 1.000; Cohen’s κ OL = 0.875) confirmed coding consistency. The findings identified two main groups of strategies (linguistic and non-linguistic) comprising sixteen subcategories, of which fourteen were observed. Eight strategies, including approximation, elaboration, and body gestures, emerged as a shared “core repertoire.” Contextual contrasts were also evident: talk shows displayed higher reliance on appeal for help and circumlocution due to their collaborative studio setting. At the same time, on-location interviews emphasized elaboration and environmental gestures in response to real-time unpredictability. These results demonstrate that NNS hosts flexibly adapt a stable repertoire of strategies to context-specific demands. Pedagogically, the results suggest that broadcaster training and English as a Lingua Franca (ELF) instruction should explicitly incorporate communication strategy practice. For instance, training modules could simulate on-location unpredictability to help hosts practise elaboration and approximation strategies, while studio-based exercises could focus on appeals for help and interactional alignment with co-hosts and guests. Such targeted activities would strengthen broadcasters’ strategic competence, enabling them to manage linguistic limitations more effectively in diverse communicative settings.
Lexical density and syntactic structure on Indonesian and Malaysian applied linguistics Scopus-indexed journal article titles Jalilah, Elah; Asidiky, Zakie
JOALL (Journal of Applied Linguistics and Literature) Vol. 10 No. 2 (2025): August 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33369/joall.v10i2.44388

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Writing research titles for academic or publication purposes is not easy. The features of titles can be observed in the amount of information they contain and how their structures convey meaning and achieve a particular purpose. Therefore, this study aimed to identify the lexical density level and syntactic structure use in titles of Indonesian and Malaysian Scopus-indexed journals in applied linguistics. It employed a descriptive qualitative research method to analyze 181 article titles using Ure’s (1971) theory of Lexical density and Cheng et al.’s (2012) theory of Syntactic structure. It used the data from the two most recent issues of four published journal articles: SIELE, 3L, IJAL, and GEMA. As a result, it shows that 181 titles fall within the range of very high, high, and medium levels of lexical density, with the very high level being the most dominant. Very high lexical density titles are packed with content words, making them highly information-rich. High lexical density titles also deliver precise information, fitting formal academic writing. Medium lexical density titles strike a balance between content and function words, making them less dense yet more approachable. Furthermore, the titles commonly use three syntactic structures: compound, nominal, and V-ing. The compound structure occurs the most in the data. The findings are expected to contribute to enriching the broader understanding of research title writing practices. Thus, it can be used as a reference for the writers to form the title.
The rhetorical move–step structure of highly cited articles in linguistics Harfiani, Malihah; Kurniawan, Eri; Dallyono, Ruswan
JOALL (Journal of Applied Linguistics and Literature) Vol. 10 No. 2 (2025): August 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33369/joall.v10i2.42267

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Writing scientific articles is a major concern for novice writers, and studying rhetorical moves is an appropriate approach to address this issue. This study aims to analyze rhetorical moves in 30 highly cited international journal articles in the field of linguistics and to examine the pattern arrangements in the Introduction, Methods, and Results-Discussion-Conclusion (RDC) sections. Using a qualitative content analysis combined with frequency analysis across various frameworks, the study is grounded in Swales’ (1990) theory, which conceptualizes rhetorical moves as functional components in academic writing. The findings reveal that the most frequently occurring rhetorical moves consist of eight: three in the Introduction, two in the Methods, and three in the RDC section. Each move comprises specific steps: the Introduction includes three steps, the Methods section also includes three steps, and the RDC section consists of eight detailed steps. The pattern arrangements identified are [M1 M2 M3] and [M1 M3] in the Introduction, [M1 M2 M1 M2] in the Methods, and [M3 M4 M3 M4 M5] in the RDC section. These findings highlight the importance of move-pattern awareness in academic writing and offer practical guidance for novice writers seeking to emulate effective rhetorical structures in scholarly discourse
Self-study mobile-assisted language learning and students’ English writing strategies Nofvia De Vega; Sahril Nur; Ismail Anas; Rahayu
JOALL (Journal of Applied Linguistics and Literature) Vol. 10 No. 2 (2025): August 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33369/joall.v10i2.41036

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This paper explores the way the demographic factors, usage behaviours, and learning strategies of English writing students affect their proficiency in writing by using Mobile-Assisted Language Learning (MALL) tools. In particular, it poses the following question: How do the demographics, MALL use patterns, and learning strategies of the learners interact to influence their proficiency in writing English? The online questionnaire was used to gather data on 124 university students in Kalimantan. Descriptive analysis showed that 67 per cent of the participants are female, with a majority of them being aged 18 to 20 years. Most of them applied MALL tools to train text types (28 percent), improve the writing style (21 percent), and grammatical accuracy (19 percent). The findings have shown great scores of self-direction (86%), problem-solving orientation (79%), which portrays proactive and reflective learners. All of those strategies were related to enhanced writing abilities at all levels. The conclusion of the paper is that the integration of the MALL tools can enhance self-directed and problem-based learning in writing classes. The results provide a helpful contribution to educators in the creation of adaptive and strategy-based MALL-assisted instruction writing.

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