Journal Corner of Education, Linguistics, and Literature

Improving Reading Skills Through the SAS Method Based on Interactive Website Media

Endah Meilani Sari, Asih Wiarsih — Thu, 02 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Early reading skills play a crucial role in determining students' success in advanced reading. Therefore, teacher attention and intervention are essential in developing early reading skills. Early reading is seen as the primary foundation for subsequent learning, which must be built solidly and managed effectively. This study aims to improve reading skills in elementary school students. One approach offered is the application of the Synthetic Analytical Structure Method (SAS) combined with the use of website-based interactive media. This method is expected to significantly improve students' early reading skills. The study used a Classroom Action Research (CAR) design, implemented in two cycles, each encompassing four stages: planning, implementation, observation, and reflection. Research data were obtained through observation, interviews, assessment, and documentation techniques. The research results show that the use of the interactive web-based SAS method empirically improves students' reading skills in the early stages. This is demonstrated by the increase in completion rates from the pre-cycle (45%) to the second cycle (88%). This not only improved reading technique (pronounced letters and words), but also increased comprehension and desire to learn.

Address Forms and Vocatives-Diminutives in Emily Brontë's Wuthering Heights

Veronika Esther Diah Kurniawati, Emanuel Sunarto — Sat, 11 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This present study is devoted to exploring the use of address forms and vocatives-diminutives in Wuthering Heights by Emily Brontë, with a focus on the way the use of language portrays the dynamic between the main characters and their emotions as well as their interpersonal relationships. With the help of a framework introduced by Klaus P. Schneider (2003) that captures diminutives as pragmatic speech act modifiers, the aim of the study is to identify specific types of vocative-diminutives and how they are used, with particular attention paid to Heathcliff, Catherine Earnshaw, and Edgar Linton's utterances. Through the use of a qualitative analysis method and library research, this study examines the chosen chapters of the novel by looking closely at the text and categorizing them according to their uses of diminutives in vocative, synthetic, and analytic forms. According to the results of the study, 27 diminutive forms are identified, and the most prevalent use of diminutives is the use of vocative full names, with seven instances. Following this, analytic vocative-diminutives are present six times, and synthetic vocative-diminutives could be found five times. In the meantime, vocative first names, vocative kinship terms, and vocative titles are all present twice, respectively. In addition, diminutive first names occur twice as well, whereas diminutive full names do not occur nearly as frequently, with only one instance.

Exploring Qualitative Descriptive Methods in Korean Linguistic Studies

Thu, 16 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000

The current research aimed to uncover the use of the descriptive qualitative method in Korean linguistic studies, with the main objective of investigating how this method is applied in such research. This study is not merely theoretical but also practical, as it provides guidelines for conducting research in Korean linguistics using descriptive qualitative approaches. The objects of this study were scholarly articles and relevant books, as well as previous research reports selected through purposive sampling, analyzed using a qualitative approach with a library research method and documentation techniques for data collection. The findings reveal six stages in conducting Korean linguistic research with descriptive qualitative methods: problem identification, literature review, determining research objectives, data collection, data analysis and interpretation, and reporting of findings. Furthermore, data analysis involves four essential steps, namely data collection, data reduction, data display, and drawing conclusions. Although the descriptive qualitative method proves beneficial for research in Korean linguistics, it still presents challenges, particularly the potential subjectivity of researchers during data interpretation. Therefore, this research suggests that future studies should be supported by alternative perspectives, such as quantitative methods or a mixed-methods approach that combines both quantitative and qualitative methodologies in linguistic research.

Examining Script Evolution through Language Contact: The Case of Naxi Manuscripts and Chinese Characters

Antong Dai, Ziqing Lin — Sat, 25 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This study explored the impact of language contact on written languages through the case study of Chinese character borrowing in Naxi Manuscripts. Drawing from four primary corpora spanning religious, medical, and divinatory genres, the study identifies 11 frequently borrowed Chinese characters and 301 instances of borrowing through a combination of optical character recognition (OCR) and manual verification. The borrowing is in three types: phonetic, semantic, and graphic borrowing. Through two proposed indicators, "Borrowing Breadth" and "Borrowing Density", the study quantifies the extent of borrowing for different genres. Results show that medical texts exhibit the highest level of Chinese character borrowing, reflecting the extensive interaction between Naxi and Han in this field. In contrast, religious texts display the lowest borrowing rate, possibly due to their earlier composition and limited cross-cultural contact at the time. Phonetic borrowings and semantic borrowings significantly outnumber graphic borrowings, revealing that the functional features of characters were prioritized over their abstract visual forms. This paper not only expands the research on the language contact between Naxi and Han but also shows the important role of genres in linguistic integration and exemplifies how language contact can lead to script evolution.

Educational Technology and Innovation in Islamic Education Planning

Rezki Oktoberi, Muhammad Sodiqul Fikri, Romlah, Abdurrahman — Sat, 25 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000

The purpose of this research was to analyze the application of educational technology and innovation in Islamic education planning in the digital era. This study used literature research methods and qualitative descriptive approaches to explore various literature related to the concept of educational technology, curriculum innovation, collaborative learning models, planning of technology-based facilities and infrastructure. The findings of the study show that the use of technologies such as blended learning, immersive learning (VR/AR), and the integration of digital literacy into the Islamic education curriculum can increase the effectiveness, interactivity, and relevance of learning to the needs of the 21st century. In addition, innovation in human resource development and education budget management is the key to further application of technology in Islamic educational institutions. By integrating Islamic values and technological advancements, the Islamic education system can transform to be more adaptive, innovative and competitive in facing the challenges of the digital era.

The Effectiveness of Practice, Presentation-Demonstration, and Presentation-Discussion (PPDP) Learning Strategies Toward Students’ Conceptual Understanding

Dalimawaty Kadir, Yossie Ulfa Nuzalifa, Nurmawati Siregar, Fitria Rhamadona — Sat, 25 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Biology is one of the scientific fields that was born and developed through the steps of observation, problem formulation, making hypotheses based on experiments, drawing conclusions, and discovering concepts and theories. Biology learning will not be separated from laboratory or practical activities. Understanding the concept plays a very pivotal role in learning activities and has become the basis for achieving the learning outcomes. One of the instructional strategies is called PPD (Practice, Presentation and Discussion). This study aimed to determine the effect of the PPD strategies in enhancing students' conceptual understanding. This study applied a pre-experimental research method with One Group Pretest-Posttest Design. The subjects were twelfth grade high school students. These subjects were randomly selected with the number of 35 students. The results showed that the application of the PPD strategies has proven to be influential in enhancing students’ mastery of photosynthesis concepts. The increase in concept mastery could be viewed from the level change of students' comprehension as the mean score of 43.18, where the students’ initial knowledge (pretest) was 38.12, significantly increasing after the implementation of the PPD strategies (posttest) as of 81.30. Based on the standard of minimal accomplishment criteria, the effectiveness of the PPD strategies on students’ concept mastery was between 71-85 which was stated in the high category.

Leadership in the Era of Artificial Intelligence: Challenges, Opportunities, and Strategic Transformation

Muhammad Jefry Fantoni, Jumiati Sasmita — Sat, 25 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Leaders in the era of artificial intelligence face new dynamics that challenge traditional leadership models, including rapid technological disruption, organizational resistance, and increasing trust gaps between employees and executives. This study aims to explore the challenges, opportunities, and strategic transformations required for leadership in the context of artificial intelligence adoption. The research reviewed scientific articles published between 2019 and 2025 obtained through purposive sampling from databases such as Scopus, ScienceDirect, and ResearchGate, with inclusion criteria focusing on digital leadership, artificial intelligence, organizational change, and ethical implications. The systematic literature review method was used, supported by content analysis to identify and categorize themes. The findings indicate three major themes: first, leaders face challenges such as algorithmic bias, lack of digital literacy, and mental health pressures that may hinder organizational adaptation; second, artificial intelligence provides opportunities by enhancing decision-making accuracy, predictive analytics, and enabling inclusive human-machine collaboration; third, strategic transformation requires leaders to develop AI literacy, internalize ethical leadership, and establish long-term digital visions that balance efficiency with human sustainability. The study concludes that leadership effectiveness in the era of artificial intelligence depends not only on technological mastery but also on ethical responsibility, organizational adaptability, and strategic foresight. The implications highlight the urgent need for leadership training programs that integrate digital skills, ethical frameworks, and sustainability values to ensure organizational resilience in the future.