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ISSN : 2807638     EISSN : 2807210     DOI : https://doi.org/10.47662/EJEEE
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Excellence: Journal of English and English Education publishes research article studying foreign language as main object. Scopes of the journal consist of : - Linguistics: Phonology, Morphology, Syntax, Semantics, Discourse Analysis, Psycholinguistics, Sociolinguistics, and Critical Discourse Analysis. - Literature: Comparative Literature, English Literature Studies - Education : English Language Teaching, Language Acquisition, Learning Development Model
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Analysis of Theme and Rheme in a Selected Social Media Post by Vladimir Putin Hasibuan, Rafikah; Utari, Putri; Sitorus, Indah Yunita Br.; Rangkuti, Linda Astuti; Zulkarnain, Iskandar
EXCELLENCE: Journal of English and English Education Vol 4 No 1 (2024): EXCELLENCE
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47662/ejeee.v4i1.804

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This study analyzes the Theme and Rheme of Russian President Vladimir Putin's speech and evaluates its effectiveness. The speech delivered during his annual address to the Federal Assembly in Moscow, the speech often attracted public interest and curiosity about its meaning. It had a significant impact on social media platforms like TikTok and YouTube, becoming viral. This significant attention was why Putin's speech was chosen for this research. The research employed a qualitative approach. The data were viral speech delivered by Putin in Moscow in 2024. Data were collected through observation and analyzed by comparing, describing, classifying, and presenting it using tables and descriptions. The findings showed 1 Unmarked Simple Theme (UST) (11.1%), 3 Unmarked Multiple Themes (UMT) (44.4%), no Marked Simple Theme (MST), and 3 Marked Multiple Themes (MMT) (44.4%) in the speech. The dominance of UMT and MMT was due to the "marking" function, emphasizing statehood and nationalism. The speech discussed global conflict-causing behaviors, emphasizing that Russia will not be influenced by other countries, especially Ukraine. In conclusion, the speech effectively conveyed its message through a primarily declarative and expressive mode in terms of Theme and Rheme.  
Analysis of Speech Functions in the Lyrics of "Free Palestine" by Maher Zain Lubis, Firda Fadhilah Muzanni; Karim, Abdul; Nabujing, Nurul Hidayah; Wardani, Aisyah Risti; Rangkuti, Linda Astuti; Fransiska, Widia
EXCELLENCE: Journal of English and English Education Vol 4 No 1 (2024): EXCELLENCE
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47662/ejeee.v4i1.809

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This research examines the speech functions present in the lyrics of Maher Zain's song "Free Palestine," which was recently released in June 2024. The song was selected because its lyrics serve not only as entertainment but also as a means to convey important messages, raise awareness, and foster empathy for current humanitarian issues. The primary objective of this study is to investigate how speech functions are realized in the lyrics of "Free Palestine" through discourse analysis. The research employs a qualitative approach. The data were analyzed focusing on speech functions. The data analysis process involved several steps, namely: initially identifying the lyrics, segmenting the lyrics into clauses, analyzing the clauses in terms of its function, determining the Mood types based on their grammatical structures (Declarative, Interrogative, Imperative, and Exclamative), and identifying speech functions, and drawing conclusions. The results revealed there were three types of Mood: Declarative, Interrogative, and Imperative. Declarative statement was predominant in the song, comprising 73.68% of the total analyzed clauses.
The Effect of Applying Canva On Students’ Achievement in Writing Descriptive Text at The Tenth Grade Smk PAB I Helvetia Academic Year 2023-2024 Siregar, Fitriani; Rangkuti, Linda Astuti; Harahap, Yunita Mutiara
EXCELLENCE: Journal of English and English Education Vol 4 No 1 (2024): EXCELLENCE
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47662/ejeee.v4i1.818

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The objective of this research is to investigate if applying Canva significantly affects students’ achievement in writing descriptive text. This research was conducted by using experimental research design. The population of this study was the tenth grade of SMK Swasta PAB 1 Helvetia which has two parallel classes namely X-Titl 1 and X-Titl 2. Each class consisted of 15 students. So, the total number of population was 30 students. Cluster random sampling with Spin the Wheel Technique was employed in selecting the sample. The class X-Titl 2 was selected as experimental group and the class X-Titl 1 was selected as control group. The experimental group was taught by applying Canva while the control group was taught without applying Canva. The instrument used in this research was writing test. The data were analyzed by using t-test. After the data were calculated, it was found that tobserved was higher than ttable (3.80 >2.00) with the degree of freedom df =58 at the level of significance α =0.05. It meant that Ha was accepted and Ho was successfully rejected. Thus, applying Canva significantly affects students’ achievement in writing descriptive text.
An Analysis of the Experiential Function in Motivational Dialogue from the Movie “Barbie” (2023): A Discourse Analysis Pohan, Rizqina Fauziah; Gultom, Qaila Zulhairah; Ajizah, Aulya; Rangkuti, Linda Astuti; Sihite, Meida Rabia
EXCELLENCE: Journal of English and English Education Vol 4 No 1 (2024): EXCELLENCE
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47662/ejeee.v4i1.822

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The objective of this study is to investigate whether the motivational dialogue from the movie "Barbie" is successful in terms of experiential function using a discourse analysis approach. The experiential function focuses on Process, Participant, and Circumstance. The movie ‘Barbie’ is chosen because its dialogue motivates and conveys moral lessons to the viewers. This study employs a qualitative research design. Data were collected through observation and documentation. The data were analyzed by employing several steps: separating the dialogue into clauses, analyzing the clauses in terms of experiential function, classifying the elements of experiential function, deriving patterns of experience, and evaluating the success of the dialogue. The analysis revealed there were 32 Processes, with the Verbal Process being the most dominant (40.62%), 37 Participants were identified, with Sayer being the most frequent at (37,14%), and 23 Circumstances, with Extent Circumstance being the most prevalent at (43.47%). Thus, the dialogue effectively motivates and creates an emotional bond with the viewers, fulfilling its intended experiential function. Through detailed analysis, it was revealed that the dialogue's use of Verbal Processes, Participant roles, and Circumstances contributes significantly to its motivational impact and emotional connection with the viewers.
Increasing speaking Ability through YouTube video for Engineering Students at Sekolah Tinggi Teknologi Pekanbaru Amsa, Helfany; Junaidi, Abdul Khair; Franchisca, Sherly; Astuti, Indri; Burhan, Kristian
EXCELLENCE: Journal of English and English Education Vol 4 No 1 (2024): EXCELLENCE
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47662/ejeee.v4i1.823

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The focus of the research is the use of YouTube as a learning media in English classes for mechanical engineering students. The purpose of using YouTube videos is to improve students' speaking skills and create a comfortable classroom environment, and increase students' enthusiasm for learning in class. This study uses a descriptive qualitative approach. Students speak with more confidence and are more expressive as a result of the highly effective use of YouTube media in the classroom. In addition, students do not need to worry about the phrases they use when speaking English because they have already witnessed how foreigners speak fluently and correctly.
The Function of Code Mixing and Code Switching Uttered by Cinta Laura at Nebeng Boy William Youtube Channel Amaniarsih, Dwi Suci; Juliana2, Juliana; Asrul, Nurmahyuni; Ginting, Erwin
EXCELLENCE: Journal of English and English Education Vol 4 No 1 (2024): EXCELLENCE
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47662/ejeee.v4i1.824

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Code mixing and code switching prove effective in navigating communication complexities arising from participant’ diverse linguistic proficiency levels. This article assesss the role of code mixing and code switching in the dialogue featuring Cinta Laura Kiehl on Boy William’s Youtube Channel, dated 6th September 2021, the titled is “#Nebeng Boy eps 42”. Employing a qualitative descriptive approach, the study gathers written data from Cinta Laura’s interview on Boy William Youtube Channel and analyzes it using explanatory samples. Cinta Laura, a proficient bilingual communicator, demonstrates the absence of language dominance. Specifically, the dominant function of code mixing relates to linguistic challenges, while code switching primarily involves the ability to articulate in a specific language. These findings aim to contribute to students’ English lecturers, and sociolinguistic researchers, encouraging a deeper exploration of the purpose behind code mixing and code switching in conversations.
Exploring The Figurative Language Landscape In “Moana” Movie (A Semantics Analysis on Figurative Language) Tinambunan, Toibah Hasanah; Sihite, Meida Rabia; Prihatini, Syafrina
EXCELLENCE: Journal of English and English Education Vol 4 No 1 (2024): EXCELLENCE
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47662/ejeee.v4i1.832

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The goals of the research were to identify the many forms of symbolic language employed in the film "Moana" and to provide an analysis of the symbolic language's contextual significance. A descriptive qualitative approach was used to carry out the research in this study. The actors' and actresses' dialogues from the film Moana were analyzed using the text transcribed version of the film. Metaphor(25.66%), metonymy(12.38%), hyperbole(17.69%), personification(9.37%), simile(0.88%), irony(22.12%), symbolism(7.96%), and paradox (3.53%) were the eight forms of figurative language identified in the Moana animated film. In addition, the researchers found that the meaning of each figure of speech varied depending on the situation in which it was used.
The Effect Of Preview, Question, Read, Summarize Andtest (Pqrst) Strategy By Applying Wattpad Applicationon Students’ Achievement In Reading Comprehension At The Tenth Grade Sma Alwashliyah 07 Sei Rampah Ardhana, Isnania; Zulkarnain, Iskandar; Rangkuti, Linda Astuti
EXCELLENCE: Journal of English and English Education Vol 4 No 1 (2024): EXCELLENCE
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47662/ejeee.v4i1.833

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The objective of the study is to investigate if PQRST Strategy by applying Wattpad Application significantly affects students’ achievement in reading comprehension. This study was conducted by using experimental research design. The population of this study was the students of the tenth grade SMA Al Washliyah 07 Sei Rampah which had two parallel classes, namely X-1 and X-2. Each class consisted of 30 students. So, the total population was 60 students. In drawing the sample, Cluster Sampling Technique by applying Picker Wheel Technique was used in this research. After carrying out the Picker Wheel Technique, X-2 was selected as the experimental class and X-1 was selected as the control class. The experiment class was taught by using PQRST Strategy by applying Wattpad Application while the control class was taught without applying Wattpad Application. The instrument used in this study was reading test in the form of multiple-choice test. The data were analyzed by using t-test. After the data had been calculated, itwas found that t-observed was higher than t-table (11,61 > 2.00) with the degree of freedom df =58 at the level of significance α = 0.05. It meant that Ha was accepted and Ho was success fully rejected. In conclusion, PQRST Strategy by applying Wattpad Application Strategy significantly affects students’ achievement in reading comprehension.
Lexical Ambiguity Represented through Wordplay from @Epicdadjokes Instagram Posts Hardiani, Yulia; Sihite, Meida Rabia; Harahap, Yunita Mutiara
EXCELLENCE: Journal of English and English Education Vol 4 No 1 (2024): EXCELLENCE
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47662/ejeee.v4i1.834

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This study is concerned with lexical ambiguity in the @epicdadjokes Instagram posts that is perceived stylistically. This research has three objectives: (1) to identify the forms of lexical ambiguity, (2) to interpret the meaning of lexical ambiguity represented through wordplay, and (3) to find out the effects of lexical ambiguity represented through wordplay on the meanings from posts of the account. This research employed a descriptive qualitative method. It was concerned with the posts from the @epicdadjokes Instagram Posts. The primary source of the data was the posts. The primary instrument was the researcher who acted as the data collector, data analyst and data interpreter. Then, the secondary instrument was the data sheet. In collecting the data, she selected the data, categorize and classified the data into three data sheets. In analyzing the data, she identified the data into the categorizations, and interpreted each datum based on the theories. The findings of the research show there are homonymy (83.33%) and polysemy (16.67%). Meanwhile, among the three sub-types of homonymy, only two of them occur, absolute homonymy (37.50%) and homophone (45.83%). The absent type is homograph. Then, there are three types of wordplay that occur in the posts i.e. Homonymic pun (25.00%), homophonic pun (29.17%), and the recursive pun (45.83%). Meanwhile, homographic pun, compound pun and visual pun does not occur. Finally, the two effects of lexical ambiguity are humorous (83.4%) and ironic effects (16.6%).
A The Function of Code Mixing and Code Switching Uttered by Cinta Laura ata Nebeng Boy William YouTube Channel: The Function of Code Mixing and Code Switching Uttered by Cinta Laura ata Nebeng Boy William YouTube Channel M. Hum, Juliana; Amaniarsih, Dwi Suci; Asrul, Nurmahyuni; Ginting, Erwin
EXCELLENCE: Journal of English and English Education Vol 4 No 1 (2024): EXCELLENCE
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.47662/ejeee.v4i1.764

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Code mixing and code switcing prove effective in navigating communication complexities arising from participant’ diverse linguistic proficiency levels. This article assesss the role of code mixing and code switching in the dialogue featuring Cinta Laura Kiehl on Boy William’s Youtube Channel, dated 6th September 2021, the titled is “#Nebeng Boy eps 42”. Employing a qualitative descriptive approach, the study gathers written data from Cinta Laura’s interview on Boy William Youtube Channel and analyzes it using explanatory samples. Cinta Laura, a proficient bilingual communicator, demonstrates the absence of language dominance. Specifically, the dominant function of code mixing relates to linguistic challenges, while code switching primarily involves the ability to articulate in a specific language. These findings aim to contribute to students’ English lecturers, and sociolinguistic researchers, encouraging a deeper exploration of the purpose behind code mixing and code switching in conversations. Keywords: Sociolinguistics, Code Mixing, Code Switching

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