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JASL - Journal of Applied Studies in Language
Published by Politeknik Negeri Bali
ISSN : 25984101     EISSN : 26154706     DOI : 10.31940/jasl
Core Subject : Education,
Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media
Focus and Scope Journal of Applied Studies in Language is focusing on research in languages and language teaching. The journal covers two main areas: Linguistics, including, but not limited to, Phonology, Morphology, Syntax, Semantics, Pragmatics, Discourse, Language Acquisition, Sociolinguistics and Psycholinguistics, and Language Teaching, such as First Language and Second Language Teaching, and Computer Assisted Language Learning (CALL).
Arjuna Subject : Seni dan Humaniora - Bahasa dan Linguistik
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Current studies in local-culture based ELT materials development evaluation instruments: Systematic review ikhsanudin, ikhsanudin; Ikramunnisa, Erica; Paramita, Ratri
Journal of Applied Studies in Language Vol. 7 No. 2 (2023): December 2023
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31940/jasl.v7i2.207-215

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This systematic literature review was completed to investigate the status quo of evaluation instruments utilized in the development of local-culture based ELT materials in Indonesia. The main concern in this review is the validity of the evaluation instrument. This research used the PRISMA 2020 model to review the existing studies in the intended area. The data were collected from the Garuda database an official database to index articles published in Indonesia. There are 2.394 studies obtained and only 76 of them fulfil all criteria for analysis. Out of 76 studies reviewed, the results show that there are no studies that have validated their evaluation instruments. In addition, 56 studies prefer to use self-made evaluation instruments in the materials development process. Only 10 studies chose to adapt the available evaluation instrument from other sources in their development process. This review found that there is a gap that lies between the available local culture-based ELT materials evaluation instruments and the need of validity to be applied to materials development. It suggested the need of more studies in instrument development and validation to support Indonesian local-culture based ELT materials development. In the long run, the local culture will be globally well-known and accepted if the materials are available and accessible world-wide.
Navigating English-mediated online discourse: Communication strategies of Indonesian EFL learners in online discussions Lestari, Ika Wahyuni; Andiansyah, Mahardhika
Journal of Applied Studies in Language Vol. 8 No. 1 (2024): June 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31940/jasl.v8i1.1-10

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For non-native English speakers, effective and meaningful communicationin English can pose challenges due to potential limitations in their communicativecompetence. Such challenges can cause communication breakdowns if not effectivelymanaged. This complexity is compounded when English communication occurs in anonline setting, where technological issues and lack of social presence may disrupt thecommunication. This study aims to explore the communication strategies utilized byIndonesian EFL learners when participating in online group discussions. The data werecollected from six groups of first-year English Department students involving a total oftwenty-two students engaged in 20-minute online discussions per group. The analysisfocused on the discourse produced by the participants during these discussionsobserving the strategies employed by the participants. The findings indicated thatIndonesian EFL learners predominantly applied achievement and compensatorystrategies. These strategies encompassed code-switching, circumlocution,approximation, the use of all-purpose words, word foreignizing, and appealing for help.Among these strategies, code-switching emerged as the prevailing strategy forIndonesian EFL learners engaged in online group discussions. While conversing, code-switching was automatically and naturally used, particularly when referring toIndonesian acronyms and names. At last, implications and future directions areaddressed.
Epistemic modality in American presidential discourse Romadlani, M. Masqotul Imam; Harjanto, Tofan Dwi
Journal of Applied Studies in Language Vol. 8 No. 1 (2024): June 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31940/jasl.v8i1.41-50

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This research examines the exploitation of epistemic modality markers in political discourse. This research inspects modal auxiliaries and semi-modals use in four speeches addressed by Obama at the annual United Nations General Assembly during his second period as a President of America. Applying both qualitative and quantitative methods, this research is in an attempt to accomplish the whole investigation dealing with explorative and quantification of epistemic modality in Obama’s political discourse. The data were taken from Obama’s speeches from 2013 to 2016 at the United Nations General Assembly. The findings demonstrate that 471 modality markers were found in Obama’s speeches and he frequently delivered epistemic probability with 189 cases or 40.2% modal auxiliaries and semi-modals. Epistemic certainty and possibility were found in 125 cases or 26.6% and in 157 cases or 33.2%. The highest degree of epistemic modality, epistemic certainty, is expressed by employing must, have to, need to, cannot, could not, and may not. Modal should, will, would, be going to, and ought to express epistemic probability and modal can, could, may, might, and be able to are exploited to express the lowest degree of epistemic modality, epistemic possibility. The higher epistemic modality markers involved in a proposition indicate the higher confidence of evaluation and judgment asserted based on the speaker’s knowledge, belief, and evidence. In contrast, the lower epistemic modality markers found indicate lower confidence in the evaluation and judgment of the proposition.
Investigating interactive metadiscourse markers in research article discussions published in varied journal levels (local, national, and international) Wulandari, Mega Fitri; Arsyad, Safnil; Yunita, Wisma
Journal of Applied Studies in Language Vol. 8 No. 1 (2024): June 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31940/jasl.v8i1.32-40

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Interactive metadiscourse markers in the discussion section of a journal play a crucial role in engaging the reader and facilitating a more dynamic interaction. In a discussion journal section, interactive metadiscourse markers may include phrases or expressions that invite the reader to consider alternative viewpoints, respond to the presented ideas, or reflect on the implications of the research findings. This research investigated interactive metadiscourse markers in research article discussion of language teaching within 30 articles published in local, national, and international journals. A mixed-methods approach was adopted and the instrument used in this research was a checklist designed to analyze interactive metadiscourse. The result of the inter-rater agreement of the co-rater and researcher indicated a kappa value of  90.2% (co-rater and researcher respectively) because it shows excellent agreement (above 80%). It shows that the highest frequency used of interactive metadiscourse category is transitions markers in the three-level journals. Evidential markers took the second position in frequency used followed by code glossed in third frequency. Endophoric markers and frame markers are less used by the writers in the article discussions. The research articles published in international reputable journals show the highest number of using interactive metadiscourse devices than the articles published in local and national journals.
Reflective practice in the teaching practicum program: Pre-service English teachers’ reflections Nurhidayah, Mila Ida; Wirza, Yanty
Journal of Applied Studies in Language Vol. 8 No. 1 (2024): June 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31940/jasl.v8i1.11-19

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Reflective practice has gained significant importance in various professional educational settings. There has been a surge in research conducted on reflective practice across different fields, including English teaching, which indicates an increasing interest in this area. This study explores how pre-service English teachers reflect on their teaching journey, spanning from their initial teaching experiences to their future aspirations. Furthermore, these participants have undergone a teaching practicum program at public high schools in Bandung, Indonesia. In addition, the study uses a qualitative approach through a narrative inquiry design, with three pre-service English teachers participating in interviews to share their experiences. Before the interviews, the participants were required to complete a narrative framework. In addition, the collected data are analyzed through thematic analysis. The findings demonstrate how reflection in teaching practice can positively impact the teaching performance of pre-service English teachers by enhancing their instructional strategies, addressing areas for improvement, and promoting continuous professional development. In conclusion, this study highlights the significance of reflective practice in the field of English teaching and offers insights into its benefits for pre-service teachers. It emphasizes the importance of ongoing reflection to improve teaching effectiveness and enhance the overall quality of education.
Unmasking the frenetic guise of infidelity case among Indonesian artists on CNN news media: Critical discourse analysis Rakhmawati, Ani; Gumelar, Naufal Allam
Journal of Applied Studies in Language Vol. 8 No. 2 (2024): December 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31940/jasl.v8i2.171-183

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Infidelity cases are one of the everlasting problems for human life. It is becoming thought provoking news for reader when it occurs around celebrities’ life. This study aims to investigate the infidelity case published on CNN Indonesia media in 2023, particularly of the victim's personal position and readers' responses to news texts. The data collection technique used were by reading and recording data. Data collected was analyzed using Sara Mills' perspective analysis model of critical discourse analysis to investigate subject-object position and writer-reader position. The reader's position was examined in three stages: (1) the reader's position as a reader of a news text, (2) the reader's position as seeing himself/herself in a news text, and (3) the reader identifies within the group on the news text. Based on the subject-object position in the news, it was discovered that these news texts of the affair cases positioned the female victim as both subject and object, while another news text positioned the husband as the subject and the wife as the object. Accordingly, based on the subject-object position depicted on the news, the reader engagement of interesting news material increases news media ratings. The results of this study revealed that celebrity news regarding affair and infidelity cases are not only reported by journalists but disclosed privately through an Instagram account. This research shows that infidelity news in the mass media is caused and influenced by readers and perpetrators of actions themselves
Phonological process in Japanese loanwords Gairaigo and Wasei Eigo Astariani, Putu Sandra Putri; Suciani, Ni Ketut; Sitawati, Anak Agung Raka
Journal of Applied Studies in Language Vol. 8 No. 2 (2024): December 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31940/jasl.v8i2.97-104

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This study delves into phonological processes and changes in two distinct categories of loanwords in Japanese: gairaigo (foreign loanwords) and wasei eigo (Japanese-coined English words). Gairaigo are borrowings from foreign languages, predominantly English, while wasei eigo refers to words created within the Japanese language using English morphemes. The phonological adaptation of these loanwords undergoes various processes, e.g., assimilation, syllable structure, attenuation and strengthening, and neutralization. These processes are reflecting the dynamic nature of language contact and cultural exchange. In the case of gairaigo, phonological processes often involve the adaptation of sounds to conform to Japanese phonotactics and speech patterns. This may include the simplification or substitution of consonant clusters, vowel lengthening or shortening, and the incorporation of pitch accent patterns native to Japanese. Wasei eigo, on the other hand, undergoes phonological changes rooted in the native Japanese phonological system. Despite being constructed with English morphemes, wasei eigo words often exhibit phonetic features characteristic of Japanese. Moreover, these words may evolve over time through processes of sound change and assimilation, reflecting shifts in linguistic preferences and cultural influences. Overall, the phonological adaptation of gairaigo and wasei eigo showcases the linguistic borrowing, cultural assimilation, and the phonological systems of both source and target languages. Understanding these processes provides insights into the dynamic nature of language contact and the evolution of linguistic diversity in Japanese society.
Generation Z students’ attitudes to printed books Inertia of the historical perception process, diversification of usefulness in the DPR Korea Kwang-Myonga, Mun; Jong-Song, Ju; Kum-Song, Kim; Chol, Pak; Paek, Sok
Journal of Applied Studies in Language Vol. 8 No. 2 (2024): December 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31940/jasl.v8i2.88-96

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Thanks to the eye-opening innovation of the digital technology a lot of disadvantages of the e-books will be overcome in the near future, and then what role the printed books will play is a great concern for those who work in the fileds of publication, library etc. This paper has focused on the printed books and analyzed the Generation Z students’ attitudes towards them. 174 students with different majors have been interviewed using the questionnaires made by experts and the collected data has been analyzed. For the purpose of sufficient feedback from the students the second question was made open.  Students still primarily perceive “books” as printed ones and have a positive attitude to the usefulness of them in the future, though they are “digital natives”. First of all, the traditional definition and image of books, social customs regarding their usefulness play a crucial role in making people have a positive attitude towards printed books even in the era of digital technology. Also the usefulness of printed books has been diversified as they are now used in a variety of forms, such as evidence or luxury things. The future study should focus on those with different social backgrounds, thus clarifying the relationship between the cultural attitudes and the printed books in detail.
Neurobehavioural approach to enhance human literacy for character development in creative communication Hartati, Rita
Journal of Applied Studies in Language Vol. 8 No. 2 (2024): December 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31940/jasl.v8i2.73-87

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In recent years, the intersection of neurobehavioral science and human literacy has garnered significant attention, particularly concerning its potential to enhance character development through creative communication. This study aims to investigate how neurobehavioral strategies can be employed to enhance literacy and character development. This research uses a qualitative and quantitative mix method with a neurobehavior approach. In producing products, this research also uses Research and Development (R&D). The research instrument uses a Google form. This research involved 100 students of English Literature Study Program at UNIMED who took the Creative and Innovative Communication course. Firs finding, students predominantly answered ‘agree’ that environmental, socio-economic, media and technology, academic, and leadership factors influence student character development. Second finding, students were able to answer correctly regarding neurobehavior literacy towards character development so that students' character significantly improved and was reflected in their creative communication. Environmental, socio-economic, media and technology, academic, and leadership factors have a big impact on character development. Therefore, based on the neurobehavior approach, we need to have a variety of literacy that supports positive character and experiences. This research will continue regarding how our brains have an impact on increasing creative communication and developing Emotional intelligence with other innovative approaches.
Immersive language instruction: Teaching English through English to non-native speakers Paramita, Ratri; Zulfan, Muhammad; Agustini, Ni Putu Oka
Journal of Applied Studies in Language Vol. 8 No. 2 (2024): December 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31940/jasl.v8i2.51-62

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This study investigates the effectiveness of using English as the sole medium of instruction in teaching English to non-native speakers. The main goal is to evaluate how this method improves language proficiency, particularly in terms of fluency, comprehension, and confidence. The study adopts a qualitative approach, utilizing observations and interviews with both teachers and students from secondary schools that implement English-only instruction. Data were collected over a six-month period, followed by thematic analysis to uncover the key advantages and challenges of this teaching approach. Findings reveal that students exposed to exclusive English instruction demonstrate better fluency and listening comprehension compared to their peers in bilingual learning environments. Moreover, increased interaction between teachers and students in English was observed, creating a more immersive and engaging learning experience. Despite these benefits, the study also identified challenges, such as initial student discomfort and difficulties in grasping complex instructions. In conclusion, while teaching English exclusively in English is an effective strategy for enhancing language acquisition, it requires thoughtful support to accommodate varying levels of student proficiency. Future studies could explore the lasting effects of this method on students' academic performance.

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