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Loquēla
Published by Smart Edu Center
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Loquēla (Journal of Linguistics, Literature, and Education) is an Open Access journal that aims to publish research outcomes with significant contributions to Linguistics, Literature, Education, and their influences on social transformations. Loquēla does not collect only research outcomes from different disciplines and methodological approaches, but also research carried out by interdisciplinary research teams. In this line, disciplinary and interdisciplinary works related to Cultural Studies are welcomed. In the field of Linguistics, it covers issues in both micro and macro linguistics such as Morphology, Phonology, Syntax, Semantics, and applied linguistics such as Sociolinguistics, Psycholinguistics, Discourse Analysis, Critical Discourse Analysis, Pragmatics, Stylistics, Corpus Linguistics, Anthropolinguistics, and others. In the area of Literature, it deals with Modern and Contemporary Literature, Comparative Literature, World Literature, Children Literature, and others. It also explores Cultural Texts and Practices, such as Popular Culture (Movie Analysis, Music Analysis), Sacred text, and others. In the Study of Education, it provides a vital forum for considering practice, policy, and research in education. It examines some of the most timely and important topics in the field of language and literature teaching and their transformations. In Cultural Studies, Loquela provides articles that examine how cultural practices relate to everyday life, history, structures of power, affect, ideology, economy, politics, knowledge, technology, and the environment. Loquela welcomes empirically-rich, politically-engaged research that critically engages: Feminist, gender, and sexuality studies. Theories and practices of globalization. The histories and long-term effects of colonialism. Race theory and ethnic studies. The cultural politics of language and communication. The histories and definitions of the word “culture”. The histories, politics, and global formations of cultural studies. Techniques, institutions, and systems of power. Formations of resistance, activism, and intervention. The history, politics, and philosophy of media or technology.
Articles 33 Documents
SOCIAL ISSUES AND ITS IMPACT PRESENTED IN NOMADLAND (2022): A MARXIST PERSPECTIVE Listiyani, Della; Anggraeni, Diana; Fitri K., Dian
Loquēla (Journal of Linguistics, Literature, and Education) Vol. 3 No. 1 (2025): Loquēla (Journal of Linguistics, Literature, and Education)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61276/loqula.v3i1.55

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This study examines the film Nomadland through the lens of Karl Marx’s Marxist theory, focusing on the dynamics of social class, economic exploitation, and class conflict represented in its narrative. The research seeks to uncover how social transformations affect both primary and secondary characters, while also assessing the relevance of Marxist theory in the context of contemporary society. Employing a descriptive qualitative approach, the analysis highlights the portrayal of social issues and their influence on the characters’ lives. The findings reveal two central issues from a Marxist perspective: social class injustice and labor exploitation, as reflected in the film’s narrative, dialogue, and characterization. Moreover, the study identifies two significant consequences: alienation—both self-alienation and labor alienation—and the lived experience of modern nomadic life.
Resisting and Negotiating Thanksgiving: A Sociolinguistic and Critical Discourse Analysis of Native American Public Posts on X Hasyim, Fuad
Loquēla (Journal of Linguistics, Literature, and Education) Vol. 4 No. 1 (2026): Loquēla (Journal of Linguistics, Literature, and Education)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61276/loqula.v4i1.80

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This study analyzes selected public posts on X to examine how Indigenous perspectives on Thanksgiving are discursively performed and negotiated in public digital spaces. While Thanksgiving is commonly portrayed as a harmonious national celebration, Indigenous users frequently reframe it as a symbol of colonization, historical loss, and resistance. Drawing on a sociolinguistic perspective informed by language attitudes theory and Critical Discourse Analysis (CDA), the study examines 14 publicly available posts produced by Indigenous individual users and allied organizations. The analysis identifies three recurring discursive patterns. First, dominant historical narratives are openly challenged through linguistic strategies such as hashtags, irony, and references to historical trauma. Second, Indigenous identity is asserted through code-switching, the use of Indigenous language terms, and expressions of community-centered solidarity. Third, ambivalence emerges in posts that reject the colonial foundations of Thanksgiving while simultaneously affirming personal relationships and cultural continuity. The findings underscore the importance of attending to Indigenous voices within contested national narratives and demonstrate how digital platforms function as sites for identity negotiation, resistance, and counter‑historical meaning‑making. The study contributes to ongoing discussions in sociolinguistics and discourse studies on language attitudes, identity construction, and the politics of cultural representation in contemporary American society.
Investigating EFL Students’ Perception of AI- Powered Learning Assistance Febianti, Kurnia; Yakob, Ricky; Yoga Pratama
Loquēla (Journal of Linguistics, Literature, and Education) Vol. 3 No. 2 (2025): Loquēla (Journal of Linguistics, Literature, and Education)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61276/loqula.v3i2.85

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This study investigates EFL learners’ perceptions of the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into English language learning. The rapid advancement of AI has significantly influenced various aspects of social life, including education, where AI-based tools are increasingly utilized to support learning activities. This research aims to explore students’ perspectives on the effectiveness, benefits, and challenges of AI applications in English learning. A descriptive was employed, using a Likert-scale closed-ended questionnaire and open-ended questions as instruments for data collection. The participants consisted of students from the English Department of STKIP Muhammadiyah Pagaralam. The findings reveal that students generally have positive perceptions of AI applications in learning English. Most respondents agree that AI facilitates the learning process, enhances efficiency, and supports the development of language skills through features such as translation, grammar checking, and pronunciation assistance. However, several challenges were also identified, including inaccurate outputs and limited accessibility due to poor internet connectivity. In conclusion, AI applications serve as effective tools in EFL learning by accelerating the learning process and improving learning efficiency, although technical and reliability issues remain important considerations for their optimal use.

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