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Journal of Language and Literature Studies is an open access journal which provides perspectives of languages, language teaching, and literature studies. This journal has the Focus and Scope at presenting and discussing outstanding contemporary issues in line with Applied Linguistics, English Language Teaching, Literatures, Literature in Teaching, and Curriculum Design of Language and Literature Teaching. Readers have the right to read, download, copy, distribute, print, or link to the full text of all articles in JoLLS. The aim of this journal is to promote outstanding language and literature issues to research by encouraging enquiry into relationship between theoretical and practical studies.
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Exploring the Structure and Language Features of Successful Business Letters: A Case Study of a Tour Travel Agency Witono, Hudan Ahmad Dardiri; Nuriadi, Nuriadi; Mahyuni, Mahyuni
Journal of Language and Literature Studies Vol. 5 No. 4 (2025): December
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36312/vts8bw64

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Business letters play crucial roles in exchanging information, maintaining relationships, and creating markets in organizations. However, the gap between academic research and practical workplace application in business letter writing remains underexplored. This study analyzes the generic structure and linguistic features of successful English business letters—defined as those achieving their communicative and business objectives—in authentic professional contexts. Using a genre-based approach, fifty original business letters from a travel agent in West Nusa Tenggara (2021-2022) were examined. Results revealed that successful business letters follow a systematic structure: sender's address, recipient's address, opening greeting, body (2-3 focused paragraphs), and closing greeting, notably omitting the subject line. Four key linguistic features characterize these letters: formality (using formal vocabulary), practicality-professionalism (employing technical terminology), informativeness (using business-specific language to prevent misunderstandings), and politeness (utilizing modal verbs and courteous expressions). These findings bridge the gap between ESP theory and real-world practice, demonstrating that successful business letters adapt academic formats to meet practical business demands. The study provides evidence-based recommendations for business practitioners and ESP educators, contributing to effective business communication practices in authentic professional environments.
Understanding Students’ Experiences with Project-Based Assessment across Educational Levels and Contexts Radita, Cindy; Widiati, Utami; Hayati, Nur
Journal of Language and Literature Studies Vol. 5 No. 4 (2025): December
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Project-based assessment (PBA) is often highlighted as a more authentic, engaging, practical, and student-centered approach compared to traditional exams. However, despite its growing use, there is limited and unified understanding of how students actually experience PBA across different educational levels and learning contexts. This gap in the literature is crucial, as student experiences are central to determining the effectiveness and inclusiveness of assessment practices in diverse classroom settings. It is crucial to understand how students experience PBA to ensure that this assessment approach fulfills its potential of meaningful, equitable, and effective learning. This article aims to systematically review empirical studies that explore students’ experiences with PBA, focusing on how these experiences vary across primary, secondary, and tertiary education as well as cultural and institutional contexts. The study is grounded in qualitative data drawn from published research articles, analyzed using thematic synthesis under the PRISMA framework. Inclusion criteria targeted peer-reviewed studies that foreground student voices and were published within the last 10 years. Findings indicate a combination of positive experiences, such as increased engagement, collaboration, and real-world skill development, alongside persistent challenges, including perceived workload imbalance and unclear assessment criteria. The review underscores the significance of adapting PBA to specific contexts and advises that future research systematically include student perspectives to refine assessment methods better and promote fairness. Implications of these findings for practice for educators and policy makers are that more nuanced and responsive assessment strategies have the potential to improve inclusiveness and instruction. Future research should also look into how school support, teacher support, and cultural contexts influence the efficacy of PBA interventions.
A Jungian Psychological Study of Nora Seed’s Introverted Personality in The Midnight Library: A Literary Analysis Siregar, Namira Az Zahra; Zawawi, Moh
Journal of Language and Literature Studies Vol. 5 No. 4 (2025): December
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The phenomenon of introverted personality represents a significant area of inquiry in both psychology and literary studies, as it captures the complexity of individuals characterized by introspection and emotional sensitivity. In Matt Haig’s The Midnight Library, the protagonist Nora Seed embodies introverted tendencies through her inner conflicts and existential pursuit of meaning. This study aims to examine the representation of Nora Seed’s introverted personality by employing Carl Gustav Jung’s psychological typology, with a specific focus on the four primary functions: thinking, feeling, sensing, and intuition. Jung’s framework is employed in this analysis because it offers a comprehensive theoretical lens for understanding the internal dynamics of literary characters, in contrast to other psychological approaches that predominantly emphasize observable behavior. Methodologically, this research adopts a qualitative descriptive-analytical design, involving close reading, systematic note-taking, and thematic coding of relevant textual evidence from the novel. The findings demonstrate that Nora exhibits all four introverted functions: a proclivity for logical reflection prior to action (thinking), the deep and nuanced processing of emotions (feeling), heightened attentiveness to sensory detail (sensing), and the interpretation of lived experiences through symbolic and abstract possibilities (intuition). The study concludes that Nora Seed represents the individuation process of an introverted subject, a portrayal that not only advances psychological literary criticism but also contributes to broader scholarly discourse on mental health and self-acceptance within contemporary society.
Using TikTok for English Language Learning in Indonesian Formal Education: A Systematic Literature Review Ahen, Christina Novita Apriliana Pascha; Ikhsanudin, Ikhsanudin; Rosnija, Eni
Journal of Language and Literature Studies Vol. 5 No. 4 (2025): December
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This study aims to synthesize findings on the uses, benefits, and challenges of using TikTok for English language learning in the Indonesian formal education context through a systematic literature review. Following the PRISMA guidelines, relevant studies published between 2021-2025 were systematically retrieved from Google Scholar and SINTA. Studies were screened by title and abstract, and full texts were assessed for eligibility. In total, 39 articles met the criteria for review. The review found that TikTok was frequently used as a source of learning materials, a medium for creating learner-generated videos, and a reference for tasks. The use of features such as duet and save facilitated interaction, engagement, and review. Key benefits included improvements in speaking, vocabulary, motivation, confidence, and a more enjoyable learning environment, along with other reported benefits related to the skills and engagement outcomes. However, challenges included distractions from entertainment content, difficulties with features, irrelevant or low-quality content, limited internet access, and video creation difficulties, in addition to other less frequent technical and pedagogical issues. Despite challenges, these highlight the importance of content quality, effective facilitation, and purposeful platform integration to ensure meaningful and engaging learning experiences. Therefore, these findings provide practical implications for the management and integration of TikTok in English language learning within Indonesia’s formal education system. 
A Critical Look into the Language Ideologies of Filipino ESL Teachers in Korean-run ESL Centers in the Philippines de Guia, Rowell
Journal of Language and Literature Studies Vol. 5 No. 4 (2025): December
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This study delves into the language ideologies of Filipino teachers of English as a second language (ESL) who work at an ESL center for Korean students in the Philippines. Using a critical discourse analysis (CDA) framework, the research examines the teachers’ written accounts of their work experiences to uncover their core beliefs about English language proficiency. A key goal of the study is to identify the political and economic interests that shape their ideologies. The data analysis was structured around CDA's three-dimensional approach: description, interpretation, and explanation. The description phase focused on the linguistic features of the teachers’ written accounts, identifying the specific language choices that pointed to their underlying ideologies. The interpretation phase critically examined the broader social, political, and economic contexts of the teachers’ workplace to understand how these realities influenced their experiences and shaped their beliefs. Finally, the explanation phase explored how these ideologies reflect and reinforce existing practices and power dynamics within the field of ESL teaching. The findings of this study revealed three dominant language ideologies held by the teachers: grammar supremacy, non-native linguistic flexibility and autonomy, and language as economic and social capital. These ideologies are not isolated but are a direct result of the political forces present in Korean society, as well as the socio-economic conditions both within and outside the Philippines, and significantly influence the ESL teachers’ instructional orientation, self-valuation, their valuation of English language skills, and social positioning. Thus, the study recommends academic institutions and ESL centers around the world to actively counter inequalities in ESL teaching by formally recognizing and valuing the linguistic and cultural capital that non-native English-speaking teachers bring to the classroom.
The Efficacy of the Anagram Technique in Stimulating EFL Learners’ Creativity and Enhancing Vocabulary Mastery: An Empirical Evidence Lamadjido, Muhammad Reski; Suriaman, Aminah; Agussatriana, Agussatriana
Journal of Language and Literature Studies Vol. 5 No. 4 (2025): December
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This study investigates the effectiveness of the Anagram technique in enhancing vocabulary mastery among tenth-grade students of Islamic High Schools. Vocabulary acquisition plays a pivotal role in mastering English, yet many students struggle with retention and application. This quasi-experimental research aimed to assess whether the Anagram technique, which involves rearranging scrambled letters to form meaningful words, could improve students’ mastery of nouns, verbs, and adjectives. The study involved two groups: an experimental group, which received instruction using the Anagram technique, and a control group, which followed conventional vocabulary instruction. A pre-test and post-test were administered to both groups to measure improvements in vocabulary proficiency. The results showed that the experimental group exhibited a significant improvement in vocabulary mastery, with their mean score increasing from 65 to 74, while the control group showed only a minimal increase from 69 to 70. The t-test analysis confirmed the statistical significance of the difference (t-count = 11.298 > t-table = 1.995), indicating that the Anagram technique was more effective than traditional methods. These findings highlight the potential of using interactive, puzzle-based activities in language instruction to enhance students' cognitive engagement and retention of vocabulary. The study suggests that integrating word-play strategies like Anagram into EFL classrooms can foster active learning and provide an engaging alternative to traditional vocabulary teaching methods, benefiting students’ long-term vocabulary development.
Maxim Violations and Humor in Trevor Noah’s Stand-Up Comedy: A Pragmatic Analysis Pratama, Joseph Colin Impian; Ayomi, Putu Nur; Lumabas, Baby Lyn Aquino
Journal of Language and Literature Studies Vol. 5 No. 4 (2025): December
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This study aims to analyze the violation of conversational maxims in Trevor Noah’s stand-up comedy performance entitled “How to Not Order at an Indian Restaurant”. This study uses a qualitative descriptive method with Grice’s Principle of Cooperation theory as the main analytical framework. Data in the form of video transcripts were analyzed to identify the types of maxim violations that occur, as well as to understand how these violations function in building humorous effects. The results showed that all four types of maxims-quantity, quality, relevance, and manner-were violated in the performance, with the violation of the maxim of relevance being the most dominant. The findings show that maxim violations do not necessarily hinder communication, but can be creatively used to create humor and convey cultural messages implicitly to the audience. This study contributes to the broader field of pragmatics by demonstrating how non-cooperative language use can enhance audience engagement and meaning-making. It also advances humor theory by highlighting the pragmatic mechanisms through which linguistic deviation fosters comedic effect and cross-cultural understanding.
Linguistic Innovation through Blend Words in Jakarta Smart City Annual Report Mulyajati, Enggar; Baroroh, Hilma Erfiani
Journal of Language and Literature Studies Vol. 5 No. 4 (2025): December
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Blending is widely recognized as a creative and productive word formation process in Indonesian, commonly found in media, branding, and everyday communication. Despite its popularity in informal contexts, the use of blended words in formal government documents has not been thoroughly examined. This study explores the use of blending in the 2023 Jakarta Smart City (JSC) Annual Report, aiming to identify the types of blends and analyze their structural and semantic characteristics. Using a qualitative document analysis method and drawing on Mattiello’s framework, the research classifies blend words into three main categories: morphotactic, morphonological, and morphosemantic. The findings indicate that morphotactic blending, particularly total blends, is the most frequently occurring type. Moreover, the study reveals innovative blending patterns in Indonesian formal discourse, including the merging of blending with acronyms, as in Satpol PP and JakISPU, the adaptation of blends influenced by pronunciation, exemplified by Tije (from Trans Jakarta), and the integration of cross-linguistic elements such as TopEdu and JakTrack. These findings suggest that blending has expanded beyond its informal origins and now plays a significant role in shaping the language used in official and institutional communication. In addition, these patterns demonstrate how linguistic innovation functions as a tool for branding, accessibility, and modernization in bureaucratic language. By illustrating how blending enhances the clarity and appeal of government discourse, this study contributes to understanding the role of of morphological creativity in shaping inclusive, citizen-oriented, and digitally adaptive public communication in Indonesia.
Trends in Google Docs Application for Collaborative Academic Writing: A Bibliometric Analysis of Research Publications Sukmojati, Edi; Alifya Rahma, Shafira; Ummah, Hoirul; Putra, Rendi Dwi; Attabik, Muhammad Haikal
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Using Google Docs for collaborative writing has grown more important in many locations worldwide. Prior studies have demonstrated that classroom collaboration obstacles stem from team members having disparate proficiency levels with the required platform and challenges faced while implementing collective tasks. This study gathered data from the Scopus database to evaluate the scientific outcomes of articles about using Google Docs in collaborative writing. Scopus indexed a collection of data, A total of 173 selected publications have been collected during the inclusion phase, covering the last decade from 2012 to 2024. Starting at 10 publications in 2012, the number fluctuated slightly in the early years, reaching a low point of 5 in 2015. After 2016, the trend consistently increased, with notable growth after 2018. The publications rose sharply from 14 in 2019 to 25 in 2022, followed by a slight dip to 17 in 2023. In 2024, the number rebounded to 24 publications. Data sources in the form of conferences accounted for 29.49% and journal publications with a total of 70.51%. Overall, the data indicates growing research interest and academic engagement with Google Docs in collaborative writing over time, particularly in recent years. The quantitative study findings reveal a substantial rise in study results on using Google Docs in the United States over the last five years. A descriptive Scopus database and bibliometric review were conducted to find publishing patterns related to Google Docs in collaborative academic research. The entire average number of citations that have been published is calculated using Microsoft Excel technology. The trend of research collaboration utilizing Google Docs for collaborative writing is somewhat restricted, and the study subjects are significantly diverse. This study has several limitations, mainly that data were only selected and filtered from the Scopus database, making our analysis reliant purely on the reliability of the provided input source.
Melody and Morphology: The Role of Songs in Teaching Verbal Structures of Foreign Languages Amos, Nsikak Bernard
Journal of Language and Literature Studies Vol. 5 No. 4 (2025): December
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Verbs are important component of syntax and play a crucial role on how learners express meaning, both orally and in writing. This study explores how Daouda’s song La femme de mon patron can be used as a practical tool for teaching French verbal structures to foreign language learners. The song was chosen because it contains a wide range of verbs, presented in clear and standard French, free from slang or dialectal forms that might confuse beginners. Through its simple yet culturally engaging lyrics, the song provides repeated exposure to verbs in declarative, conditional, and interrogative forms. The study demonstrates how teachers can use songs to enhance oral and written competence. Orally, students practice pronunciation, rhythm, and prosody in a natural context. In writing, the song enables activities such as verb identification, conjugation drills, and sentence transformation. The findings show that learners improved in verb identification with 80% accuracy and exhibited greater confidence in oral and written tasks. The study underscores the potential of integrating songs as structured grammar tools rather than supplementary activities. This study demonstrates that when carefully selected, songs can serve as instructional support for teaching verbs in foreign language classrooms compared to traditional grammar instruction. It concludes by proposing methodological guidelines for integrating songs into the teaching of verbal structures in French.

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