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Journal of Advanced Multidisciplinary Research
ISSN : -     EISSN : 27236978     DOI : https://doi.org/10.30659/jamr
Journal of Advanced Multidisciplinary Research (JAMR) is a biannual scientific multidisciplinary research journal published by Research and Community Service Department (LPPM) Universitas Islam Sultan Agung Semarang, Indonesia. The aim of this journal publication is to disseminate the conceptual thoughts or ideas and research results that have been achieved in any area of research. The articles are going to be published in the months of July and December each year. Any interested authors are supposed to submit their manuscripts in English. ISSN: 2723-6978
Arjuna Subject : Umum - Umum
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The Students’ Perception on the Use of QuillBot in Improving Writing Nafisah, Luthfiyatun; Hartono, Hartono; Nugroho, Kurniawan Yudhi; Maharani, Mega Mulianing
Journal of Advanced Multidisciplinary Research Vol 6, No 2 (2025): December 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30659/jamr.6.2.126-138

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Writing is not an easy task. Students often have difficulties in writing articles or essays. Many students experience difficulties in grammar and in choosing the correct words to express meaning. Today artificial intelligence-based tools are available to be used to help students in writing. One of them is QuillBot. That digital tool is popular among students nowadays. This research investigates EFL students’ perception in the use of QuillBot to improve their writing. It adopts a mixed-method research design. The respondents of this study were 30 students of an English Education Study Program at a university in Semarang in the 5th semester and 7th semester. The quantitative data collected by giving questionnaire to the respondents while the qualitative data collected through doing semi-structured interviews with five students. The quantitative data was analyzed quantitatively using SPSS, while the qualitative data was analyzed by qualitative thematic analysis. The results of this research from the quantitative data shows that most of students gave positive responses that QuillBot greatly helps them in improving writing skill. Although, some students also use other AI and not make QuillBot as the first choice when it comes to writing, they still use QuillBot but not frequently. Moreover, the interviews confirm the quantitative data that the digital tool is indeed beneficial to use by students. The benefits of using QuillBot are improve grammar skill, enhance vocabulary, improve organizing text skill, more time efficient and give emotional support such as make them more confident in writing. Those aspects are matter to assist students master writing skill.
Public Relations Marketing Strategy in the Unissula New Student Admission Program Mubarok, Fikri Shofin; Trimanah, Trimanah; Fachrunnisa, Olivia
Journal of Advanced Multidisciplinary Research Vol 6, No 2 (2025): December 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30659/jamr.6.2.139-149

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The main source of income for Private Universities (PTS) is from payments received from students. Therefore, PTS must be more creative in attracting new students. Unissula is a private university in Central Java with the highest number of students during the 2023 New Student Admissions (PMB) period, reaching 7346. This figure far exceeds the target of 5698. Unissula's Marketing and Public Relations (PH) UPT is a unit mandated by the Rektor to be responsible for the overall PMB program. In practice, UPT PH synergizes with all leaders at the university level, faculties, study programs and other units. This research aims to describe the synergy of UPT PH with all internal stakeholders in achieving PMB targets. This research uses a qualitative case study approach. The data collection technique was carried out using in-depth interviews with 3 informants determined by purposive sampling and observation at PMB meetings. Data analysis techniques are carried out through data reduction, data presentation and drawing conclusions. The research results show that there is a strategic policy from the Rektor which is the driving force for the implementation of three marketing public relations strategies, namely pull strategy, push strategy and pass strategy. The results of this research can contribute to other private universities which are experiencing a decrease in the number of students or who want to increase the number of students
Improving Students’ Reading Comprehension through Mind Mapping (The Case at Grade IX of SMPN 2 Surakarta) Ertha, Ninda Mayada; Prihastari, Ema Butsi; Yuniarti, Yuyun
Journal of Advanced Multidisciplinary Research Vol 6, No 2 (2025): December 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30659/jamr.6.2.150-159

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Reading comprehension is vital in English language learning, especially in EFL contexts. One core sub-skill—making inferences—remains a significant challenge for many students. Using the Mind Mapping technique, this study aimed to improve students' inference-making abilities in reading narrative texts. This Classroom Action Research (CAR) was conducted in two cycles, utilizing Kemmis and McTaggart’s planning, action, observation, and reflection. The study involved 32 ninth-grade students of SMPN 2 Surakarta in the even semester of 2025. Data were collected through pre-tests, post-tests, observation sheets, field notes, and student questionnaires. The results revealed a significant improvement in students' reading comprehension, with the average score rising from 68,37 in the pre-test to 77.06 in Post-Test 1 and 84.19 in Post-Test 2, with a 9.25% increase. Furthermore, 87.5% of students met the Minimum Mastery Criterion (KKM), which was set at 80, fulfilling the success criteria of the CAR. Students’ ability to make inferences and their classroom engagement also improved. The findings indicate that mind mapping effectively enhances students’ comprehension of narrative texts, fosters motivation, and encourages active participation in reading activities.
Improving students’ reading comprehension of narrative text through question answer relationship strategy Oktavia, Sherly Nanda; Prihastari, Ema Butsi; Yuniarti, Yuyun
Journal of Advanced Multidisciplinary Research Vol 6, No 2 (2025): December 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30659/jamr.6.2.160-171

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This classroom action research (CAR) examined how the Question–Answer Relationship (QAR) strategy supported eighth-grade students’ reading comprehension of narrative texts at SMP Negeri 2 Surakarta. The study addressed students’ difficulties with identifying narrative elements and answering inferential questions in an EFL context. Two CAR cycles were implemented through collaborative planning, action, observation, and reflection with the classroom teacher. Data were generated from reading comprehension tests, classroom observations, and teacher interviews. The findings indicate a consistent improvement in students’ comprehension performance across cycles, accompanied by increased engagement and strategic reading behavior. Qualitative evidence shows that students became more aware of question types and more confident in locating textual evidence and making inferences. Rather than claiming causal effectiveness, this study demonstrates that QAR functioned as a pedagogically useful strategy within a reflective CAR process. The study offers practical insights for EFL teachers seeking to scaffold students’ literal and inferential comprehension of narrative texts.
Relationship Between Nasal Congestion and Learning Concentration in Medical Student Nugroho, Yogi Agustian; Sardjana, Andriana Tjitria Widi Wardani; Sulistyanto, Agung; Yusuf, Iwang; Utami, Kamilia Dwi
Journal of Advanced Multidisciplinary Research Vol 6, No 2 (2025): December 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30659/jamr.6.2.108-113

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Allergic Rhinitis is not a fatal disease, but it can affect a person's quality of life and interfere with work, including their ability to learn. One of the most frequently complained of symptoms of allergic rhinitis is a blocked nose. The worldwide prevalence of allergic rhinitis affects between 10%-30% of the population. The aim of this study was to determine the relationship between nasal congestion and learning concentration allergic rhinitis sufferers among FK UNISSULA students, Class of 2022.This research is an observational study with a cross sectional design with the sample criteria being students of FK Unissula Class of 2022 and 2023 who suffer from allergic rhinitis and meet the inclusion and exclusion criteria. The inclusion criteria in this research were students of FK Unissula Class of 2022 and 2023 and were willing to be research subjects. The exclusion criteria in this study were students with anatomical nasal abnormalities and those experiencing chronic rhinosinusitis with or without nasal polyps, deviated septum, adenoid hypertrophy, and neoplasms.There were 50 respondents from Unissula Medical Faculty students who suffered from allergic rhinitis. It was found that 38 (76%) students had a blocked nose and 12 (24%) students did not experience a blocked nose. The research results showed that the majority of students experienced severe nasal congestion and the majority of students had good concentration on their studies. The results of the analysis of the relationship between nasal congestion and learning concentration in allergic rhinitis sufferers using the Spearman test obtained p 0.000 with a correlation coefficient of 0.538.The results of the analysis above showed that there was a significant relationship between nasal congestion and learning concentration in allergic rhinitis sufferers.
English for Specific Purposes in Tourism Higher Education: Trends, Gaps, and Future Directions in Curriculum Design Kurniawan Komerendo, Achmad Leofaragusta; Herman, Herman; Purwanto, Muhammad Bambang
Journal of Advanced Multidisciplinary Research Vol 6, No 2 (2025): December 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30659/jamr.6.2.172-181

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English for Specific Purposes (ESP) has become a crucial component in tourism higher education as the industry increasingly demands graduates who are communicatively competent, professionally confident, and interculturally aware. This article aims to provide a descriptive analysis of current trends, identify key gaps, and propose future directions in ESP curriculum design within tourism higher education. Using a descriptive qualitative approach, this study synthesizes relevant literature on ESP, tourism education, and curriculum development to map prevailing pedagogical practices and conceptual challenges. The findings indicate that contemporary ESP tourism curricula have shown a positive movement toward speaking-oriented, task-based, and performance-driven instruction that reflects the needs of workplace communication. However, significant gaps persist between students’ linguistic competence and their readiness to perform professional communication in authentic tourism contexts. These gaps are primarily attributed to the limited integration of industry-based service scenarios, psychological readiness factors such as confidence and willingness to communicate, and the development of intercultural competence. The discussion highlights the need to reconceptualize ESP tourism not merely as linguistic pedagogy, but as professional communication pedagogy that emphasizes service-oriented discourse, authentic tasks, and learner readiness. This article concludes that a holistic ESP tourism curriculum, integrating linguistic, psychological, cultural, and professional dimensions, is essential to bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world tourism communication. The study offers conceptual implications for curriculum designers and educators and recommends future empirical research across diverse local and global tourism contexts to further validate and refine ESP tourism curriculum models.
Time and Cost Performance Analysis using the Earned Value Method in the Construction Project of the Dormitory Building at Airlangga University Campus C in Surabaya Idrus, Idrus; Adi, Henny Pratiwi; Antonius, Antonius
Journal of Advanced Multidisciplinary Research Vol 6, No 2 (2025): December 2025
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30659/jamr.6.2.114-125

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Construction projects often face challenges in the form of delays and cost overruns due to discrepancies between plans and actual implementation. The Dormitory Building at Airlangga University Campus C in Surabaya was selected as a case study to comprehensively evaluate project performance. The purpose of this study is to evaluate time and cost performance using the Earned Value Management (EVM) method to provide an accurate picture of the deviations that occur and as a basis for project control recommendations. This study uses a descriptive quantitative approach with secondary data in the form of weekly progress reports, basic schedules, and project financial records. The analysis was conducted through the calculation of EVM indicators, which included Planned Value (PV), Earned Value (EV), Actual Cost (AC), Cost Performance Index (CPI), Schedule Performance Index (SPI), and Estimate at Completion (EAC). The results show that the project experienced delays with an average Schedule Performance Index (SPI) value of 0.92, or approximately 8% behind schedule, while the average Cost Performance Index (CPI) value of 1.05 indicates cost efficiency of 5% compared to the initial budget. The Estimated Cost at Completion (EAC) projects a completion cost of IDR 94.8 billion, which is lower than the contract value of IDR 95.6 billion. Therefore, the project is still under control in terms of cost but requires accelerated work to meet deadlines, while the application of EVM has proven to be effective as an early warning tool and a basis for decision-making in construction project management.

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