E-CLUE Journal of English Culture, Language, Literature and Education
E-Clue Journal of English Culture, Language, Literature and Education focuses its publication on the issues around Teaching English, Linguistics, and Literature. The area of discussion may include: Teaching English Linguistics Literature Teaching and learning strategies Second Language Acquisition Linguistics in the process of teaching and learning The use of literary works in teaching and learning English Identities in the fields of English in teaching and learning
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<![CDATA[Involving Problem Based Learning as an Alternative for EFL Students Writing Improvement: A Method for Teaching Writing ]]>
<![CDATA[Setlight, Kharisma C. M. S.]]>;
<![CDATA[Betaubun, Martha]]>;
<![CDATA[Kartika, Vicha]]>
<![CDATA[ Journal of English Culture, Language, Literature and Education Vol. 11 No. 2 (2023): E CLUE: Journal of English Culture Language Literature and Education ]]>
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DOI: 10.53682/eclue.v11i2.6625
<![CDATA[In fact writing is one of the language skills that is emphasized in learning English in Curriculum 2013 As one of the language skills writing skills need to be improved because it is a productive and expressive language skill that is needed to fulfill daily communication needs Seeing the crucial role of writing this present study intent to examine the problem based learning as an alternative model for EFL students writing improvement Classroom action research with two cycles was implemented to study this phenomena Moreover this study involved 18 students of class XI SMA YPPK YOS SUDARSO Merauke in collecting the data this study used observation sheet for both teacher and students activities meanwhile to see students writing improvement explanation text writing was applied in both cycles As the result Problem based learning could improve students writing it could be seen in each cycles scores where cycle I writing was 63 33 and improved in cycle II 81 In cycle I most of students did not pass the minimum completeness which was 75 meanwhile in cycle II most of students passed The improvement based on the observation results in both cycles are also being the success category in this study in cycle I both teacher and students obtained 67 85 good category and 57 14 enough category improved in cycle II which was 87 5 excellent category and 83 92 excellent category < p>]]>
<![CDATA[An Analysis of Illocutionary Acts in Taylor Swift s Speech at NYU s 2022 Commencement ]]>
<![CDATA[Olii, Sanerita T.]]>;
<![CDATA[Humiang, Devita A.]]>;
<![CDATA[Tuerah, Ignatius J. C.]]>
<![CDATA[ Journal of English Culture, Language, Literature and Education Vol. 11 No. 2 (2023): E CLUE: Journal of English Culture Language Literature and Education ]]>
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DOI: 10.53682/eclue.v11i2.7032
<![CDATA[This present study offers a comprehensive analysis of the illocutionary acts in Taylor Swift s commencement speech delivered at New York University NYU in 2022 Illocutionary acts a crucial component of speech acts theory encompass the speaker s intended communicative functions such as asserting commanding questioning or expressing emotions Taylor Swift s speech is examined in the context of illocutionary acts to uncover the underlying intentions and rhetorical strategies used in the address Illocutionary acts refer to speech acts aimed at achieving specific communicative functions or goals Pragmatics plays a helpful role in comprehending how speakers employ language to accomplish their communication objectives and how listeners interpret these utterances within the given context It involves considering how speakers organize their intentions based on the individuals they are communicating with the location timing and circumstances This study analyzes the illocutionary acts performed by Taylor Swift in her Commencement speech at New York University NYU This study aims to identify and describe the meaning of the utterances used by Swift in her speech using qualitative methods The results indicate that Swift utilized 94 utterances of illocutionary acts in her speech including representative 33 utterances expressive 32 utterances declarative 13 utterances directive 9 utterances and commissive 7 utterances Analyzing speech acts helped advance our understanding of the speaker s intentions and communicative goals Without this understanding communication can be hindered by misinterpretations and misunderstandings < p>]]>
<![CDATA[The Effectiveness of Digital Learning Curriculum 2013 in Pandemic ]]>
<![CDATA[Nur, Sahril]]>;
<![CDATA[Lakoro, Qadriyah]]>;
<![CDATA[Lengkoan, Fergina]]>
<![CDATA[ Journal of English Culture, Language, Literature and Education Vol. 11 No. 2 (2023): E CLUE: Journal of English Culture Language Literature and Education ]]>
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DOI: 10.53682/eclue.v11i2.7424
<![CDATA[This paper aim to find out the effectiveness of digital learning curriculum 2013 in pandemic era This paper is focused on how to design digital learning based on Curriculum 2013 in the middle of the COVID 19 Pandemic that is affecting all aspects of life including in part of education In this paper descriptive content analysis techniques and literature reviews are employed as the methodology All of the information is obtained from scientific articles related to the material and the focus raised in this article From the results of the analysis collected the author reveals that although there are several advantages and disadvantages that can be obtained from online learning as we are more able to relax in carrying out activities There are also some problems that must be faced by students and from teachers when undergoing online learning in a pandemic situation such as validly reliably and long distance communication Based on the discussion digital learning in curriculum 2013 can be solution to solve the problem the advantages of digital learning such as interactive e book in site and out site classroom creative learning and digital literacy The authors then concluded that teachers and students could still have to find some tools materials methods and learning resources that could be used to support and facilitate students in online meetings < p>]]>
<![CDATA[The Portraits of Minahasan Women: Empowerment and Challenges ]]>
<![CDATA[Rorintulus, Olga A.]]>;
<![CDATA[Wuntu, Ceisy N.]]>;
<![CDATA[Mangundap, Juniva J.]]>;
<![CDATA[Lumi, Elsinta C.]]>
<![CDATA[ Journal of English Culture, Language, Literature and Education Vol. 11 No. 2 (2023): E CLUE: Journal of English Culture Language Literature and Education ]]>
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DOI: 10.53682/eclue.v11i2.7633
<![CDATA[The Minahasan community of North Sulawesi Indonesia has witnessed a significant shift in women s roles and empowerment in recent years This study examined the economic and social political empowerment of Minahasan women including their participation in income generating activities entrepreneurship community leadership and advocacy for rights and representation However this empowerment has also brought about challenges as Minahasan women grapple with the double burden of balancing their newly acquired roles with traditional domestic responsibilities of childcare and household duties Through a comprehensive library research approach this study analyzed the tensions and role conflicts experienced by Minahasan women as they navigated the contrasting societal expectations Key findings revealed the strain on family dynamics potential neglect of children s upbringing and marital relationship challenges arising from the double burden The study also identified strategies and best practices for reconciling these contrasting roles such as promoting equitable domestic workload sharing establishing childcare support systems advocating for flexible work arrangements and fostering societal attitude changes towards gender norms Ultimately this research highlights the importance of addressing the double burden challenges faced by Minahasan women to ensure their empowerment is sustainable and does not come at the cost of sacrificing traditional caregiving responsibilities or family well being < p>]]>
<![CDATA[Multimedia in Translation Class: A Technology Acceptance Model ]]>
<![CDATA[Andriani, Refika]]>;
<![CDATA[Herdi, Herdi]]>;
<![CDATA[Kasriyati, Destina]]>
<![CDATA[ Journal of English Culture, Language, Literature and Education Vol. 11 No. 2 (2023): E CLUE: Journal of English Culture Language Literature and Education ]]>
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DOI: 10.53682/eclue.v11i2.7735
<![CDATA[In the era of revolution industry it is believed that the integration of technology in the language learning activity widely increase The purpose of the research was to investigate the implementation of multimedia as technology integrated in the Translation course learning activity A quantitative approach is employed in this study with 47 students from English Education Department of Univesitas Lancang Kuning selected by using total sampling technique This research was descriptive quantitative using survey design The data collected by using a Likert Scale questionnaire with three indicators of Technology Acceptance Model TAM namely perceived usefulness perceived ease of use and attitude toward using After that the data was analysed by using descriptive statistic Overall it was found that the statistical data of multimedia implementation in the Translation course is about 3 99 It is claimed into moderate category It indicates that the multimedia implementation in the Translation course helps the students to be more confident during the class It also makes students enjoy the learning process Multimedia also made the learning process become effective and efficient< p>]]>
<![CDATA[Tragic Consequences of Life in Paulo Coelho s The Spy: Character Analysis ]]>
<![CDATA[Malinda, Wiwin]]>;
<![CDATA[Wuntu, Ceisy N.]]>;
<![CDATA[Mamentu, Agustine C.]]>
<![CDATA[ Journal of English Culture, Language, Literature and Education Vol. 12 No. 1 (2024): E CLUE: Journal of English Culture Language Literature and Education ]]>
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DOI: 10.53682/eclue.v12i1.7766
<![CDATA[The aim of this study is to reveal the tragedy experienced by the main character Mata Hari in Coelho s The Spy < em> The main characters struggle to pursue her dream until the end she had to face the tragedy of her death This study is using qualitative research The primary source is the novel itself The Spy< em> While secondary sources include books related to the analysis of the research and relevant book and resources that support the analysis; quotation definition and statement The death of Mata Hari as the main character in Coelho s The Spy is a tragedy That becomes a history of her struggle Married then moved and lived in Indonesia precisely in Malang because Rudolf MacLeod or Mata Hari s husband was assigned there With confident that after married will change Mata Hari s for the better Yet different things got Mata Hari was only made a seizure by the husband The days she lived on the island of Java only became endless nightmares The result of this study shows that tragic consequences of life in Mata Hari bring her to death It because of the way of her life: being divorced being a popular exotic dancer becoming a mistress < p>]]>
<![CDATA[The Effectiveness of Differentiated Learning Approach within PBL Model to Improve Students Critical Thinking Skills ]]>
<![CDATA[Agusmaliani, Agusmaliani]]>;
<![CDATA[Pelenkahu, Noldy]]>;
<![CDATA[Oroh, Elisabeth Z.]]>
<![CDATA[ Journal of English Culture, Language, Literature and Education Vol. 13 No. 1 (2025): E CLUE: Journal of English Culture Language Literature and Education ]]>
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DOI: 10.53682/eclue.v13i1.8236
<![CDATA[This study aims to determine the effectiveness of the Differentiated Learning Approach within the Problem Based Learning PBL model in improving students critical thinking skills in English particularly on the topic of analytical exposition text among grade XI students of SMA Negeri 2 Tondano This study employed a quantitative method using a quasi experimental design of the Non Equivalent Group Design type The sample consisted of class XI A as the experimental group and XI B as the control group each with 20 students selected through random sampling Data collection techniques included pre test post test observations and documentation Data were analyzed using the t test to examine the effect off Differentiated Learning approach within PBL to students Critical Thinking The results revealed a significant difference between the experimental and control classes Students in the experimental group who received instruction using the Differentiated Learning Approach within the PBL model showed notable improvement The average pre test score in learning achievement increased from from 58 45 to 83 20 The t test showed a significance value of 0 000 lt; 0 05 These findings demonstrate that the Differentiated Learning Approach within the Problem Based Learning model is effective in enhancing students critical thinking skills particularly in learning English analytical exposition texts < p>]]>
<![CDATA[Revealing the Social Criticism in Literary Works: An Objective Study of Laskar Pelangi and The Grapes of Wrath ]]>
<![CDATA[Ganap, Nindy N.]]>;
<![CDATA[Luntungan, Grace S.]]>;
<![CDATA[Mamentu, Agustine C.]]>
<![CDATA[ Journal of English Culture, Language, Literature and Education Vol. 13 No. 1 (2025): E CLUE: Journal of English Culture Language Literature and Education ]]>
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DOI: 10.53682/eclue.v13i1.9024
<![CDATA[This article examines the social criticism expressed in two literary works: Laskar Pelangi by Andrea Hirata and The Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck Using a descriptive qualitative method and an objective approach the study focuses on analyzing intrinsic elements such as themes characters and conflicts within the texts Laskar Pelangi portrays the social realities in Belitung Indonesia highlighting issues such as social inequality and limited access to education while delivering a message of hope and perseverance through the struggles of underprivileged children In contrast The Grapes of Wrath captures the hardships faced by migrant farmworker families in the United States during the Great Depression emphasizing labor exploitation and the importance of social unity Although the two works emerge from different cultural and historical backgrounds they converge on the themes of social injustice and the pursuit of societal transformation The findings demonstrate that literature serves as a powerful medium for articulating social critique and fostering awareness of significant societal issues This analysis reinforces the role of literary works in illuminating social realities and inspiring critical reflection among readers The research employs an objective study method to ensure an impartial evaluation of the texts intrinsic elements < p>]]>
<![CDATA[Metaphorical Sense of the Gorga Toba Ornaments ]]>
<![CDATA[Sihite, Jubilezer]]>;
<![CDATA[Elfrida, Rotua]]>;
<![CDATA[Simarmata, Rina Octavia]]>;
<![CDATA[Manihuruk, Leonita]]>
<![CDATA[ Journal of English Culture, Language, Literature and Education Vol. 12 No. 1 (2024): E CLUE: Journal of English Culture Language Literature and Education ]]>
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DOI: 10.53682/eclue.v12i1.9074
<![CDATA[Gorga is a carving art found on the exterior of Toba traditional houses with motifs consisting of three types of colors; red black and white This article aims to reveal a very deep meaning in the carvings and colors of Gorga as the life principle of the Toba people It is applied in public buildings one of which is the art of building such as the Toba traditional house The metaphorical approach has been applied to several building arts but the clarity of the type of applied metaphor cannot be ascertained The method uses qualitative by describing the metaphorical elements of the results of the literature study and several references to design elements and the results on three study objects that have the same function as residential houses but different types It was found that only two kinds of metaphor in the architecture are applied they are tangible and intangible Each element was compared in a matrix form so that it can be concluded that the elements contained in the metaphorical approach consist of meaning and form and it is also concluded that the type of metaphor in each object of study has a different type of metaphor < p>]]>
<![CDATA[Exploring English Reading Challenges in Southwest Papua EFL Classrooms: The Role of Virtual Learning ]]>
<![CDATA[Nursalim, Nursalim]]>;
<![CDATA[Nurteteng, Nurteteng]]>;
<![CDATA[Sari, Galuh Novita]]>;
<![CDATA[Ayuningtyas, Puteri Nafdila]]>;
<![CDATA[Yanwarin, Elisabeth]]>
<![CDATA[ Journal of English Culture, Language, Literature and Education Vol. 12 No. 2 (2024): E CLUE: Journal of English Culture Language Literature and Education ]]>
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DOI: 10.53682/eclue.v12i2.10023
<![CDATA[This research explores the obstacles students encounter during English reading instruction through virtual learning in Southwest Papua s English as a Foreign Language EFL classrooms The study was conducted at UNIMUDA Sorong utilizing both offline and online methods for data collection The researcher recruited 20 participants through convenient sampling Qualitative data was collected and analysed thematically revealing that students perceive virtual learning as highly beneficial for improving their English reading skills They find it user friendly and hold a positive attitude towards its integration into learning Consequently it is asserted that students favorable perceptions of virtual learning s value in enhancing EFL classrooms in Papua correspond to their adeptness in utilizing virtual learning for reading comprehension The findings suggest that virtual learning can effectively support EFL instruction highlighting its potential to overcome traditional learning barriers in this context Additionally the study emphasizes the need for adequate technological infrastructure and continuous training for both students and teachers to maximize the benefits of virtual learning < p>]]>
