JURNAL BASIS

NAVIGATING VICTORIAN CITY SPACE: ARTIFICIALITY IN AUSTEN’S NORTHANGER ABBEY AND GASKELL’S NORTH AND SOUTH

Nurul Imansari, Nurhadi Hamka — Fri, 02 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Abstract

This research investigates the themes of artificiality and social alienation in Jane Austen's Northanger Abbey and Elizabeth Gaskell's North and South, examining how urban settings in Bath and Milton encapsulate the social complexities of Victorian society during the Industrial Revolution. Employing a comparative literary analysis, grounded in urban and social theory as articulated by experts such as Simmel and Parkins, this study highlights how city spaces both reflect and reinforce societal constraints and individual behaviours. Data was gathered through close readings of the primary texts, supported by secondary sources, and analysed to explore patterns of social interaction and urban influence on character development. The findings reveal how Bath’s societal superficiality shapes Catherine Morland’s experience, while Milton’s industrial harshness impacts characters like Margaret Hale and Mr. Thornton, illustrating the varied ways urban settings foster artificiality and exacerbate social divides. This research contributes to understanding Victorian literature's critique of societal structures, emphasizing the value of authenticity and human connection amid social pressures.

CLIL-BASED MULTISENSORY INTENSIVE READING IN AN ESP PROGRAM

Sukisno Sukisno, Ninuk Lustyantie, Uwes Anis Chaeruman — Fri, 02 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This study aims to investigate the integration of a multisensory approach within a Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) framework to enhance intensive reading skills among English for Specific Purposes (ESP) students. The theory of multisensory learning, which emphasizes engaging multiple learning modalities, informs the study. Data were collected from 25 pharmacy students at Universitas Muhammadiyah Kuningan, Indonesia. A qualitative case study design employed classroom observations, student interviews, and feedback surveys to evaluate the effectiveness of CLIL-based multisensory techniques. Thematic analysis was utilized to identify patterns and recurring themes in the collected data, providing insights into students’ experiences and outcomes. Results indicate significant improvements in students’ reading comprehension and engagement levels post-intervention. Using multimedia applications and interactive activities allowed for a richer learning experience and supported diverse learning styles. However, challenges related to unfamiliar technology usage highlighted the necessity for additional training for both students and instructors. The finding underscores the potential of combining multisensory learning with CLIL in ESP contexts, while also emphasizing the importance of professional development for educators to optimize teaching strategies. Future studies are recommended to explore the long-term impact of multisensory approaches on other language skills and their applicability in various educational settings.

RECONSTRUCTING AN EFL PRE-SERVICE TEACHER’ IDENTITY: A SELF-NARRATIVE

Achmad hazes Abdullah, Ista Maharsi — Fri, 02 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

The experiences of English language education students significantly shape language learning practices and pedagogical approaches globally. Despite the growing interest in these experiences, research on the intersection of identity and language teacher development remains limited, particularly among Indonesian English education students. This study employed James Paul Gee's Identity Theory (2000) to explore the construction and reconstruction of my identity as an English education student during a study exchange at Osaka University (2023–2024). Using a narrative self-study approach, I carefully examine up to the present moment, the struggles, development, and successes that have reshaped my formerly shaped identity as an English language learner and English education student. Moreover, a collection of reflective writings such as documents, pamphlet notes, tables, and journals were adopted to critically review my identity through a constant comparative method of data analysis, which led to the revelation of multiple stages of my identity formation and then its further reconstruction. The findings reveal that students and teachers’ narrations provide insightful and enlightening clues for each and every engaged member of the learning cycle to learn how to deal with members within their communities, and remind policy-makers and higher-order authorities of the value in recognizing and appreciating each and every one of an individual’s voices.

POWER AND MADNESS: A FOUCAULDIAN ANALYSIS OF INSTITUTIONAL CONTROL IN SHUTTER ISLAND

Dhea Gladys Maharani, Widya Nirmalawati — Fri, 02 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This study examines Michel Foucault's theories on power and madness through the film Shutter Island, focusing on how institutional control shapes perceptions of sanity and insanity. Using Madness and Civilization as a theoretical framework, the research explores how psychiatric institutions define and regulate madness, creating "docile bodies" through surveillance and discipline. The data source consists of selected scenes from Shutter Island that illustrate institutional control mechanisms. The study employs qualitative methods, including scene analysis and dialogue transcription, to uncover the film's depiction of power dynamics. The findings reveal that the institution on Shutter Island functions as both a physical and psychological prison, using isolation, sedation, and psychological manipulation to maintain authority over patients. The narrative critiques the normalization and pathologization of madness, demonstrating how compliance with institutional norms is rewarded while deviation is punished. Authority figures, particularly doctors, play a central role in shaping patients' realities, exposing the oppressive nature of psychiatric institutions disguised as therapeutic environments. This study offers a contemporary application of Foucault’s theories, highlighting the ethical implications of power in mental health care.

THE POWER OF CHARLIE COMMUNICATION ON ILLOCUTIONARY AND ELLIE RESPONSES ON PERLOCUTIONARY ACTS THROUGH “THE WHALE” MOVIE SCRIPT

Julia Nada Murni, Ana Rosida — Fri, 02 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This study aims to find out the illocutionary and perlocutionary acts in the movie The Whale, focusing on the communication between the father, Charlie, and his daughter, Ellie. This research used John Searle's (1979) speech act theory as its theoretical framework. The data source is The Whale movie script, it uses descriptive qualitative research method and note-taking. The findings show 67 utterances of illocutionary acts, with assertive being the most frequent (23 occurrences) and commissive the least (8 occurrences). The most frequent perlocutionary effect was emotive (38 occurrences), while the least frequent was cognitive (8 occurrences). The analysis highlights that Charlie expresses his thoughts honestly, conveying beliefs, hopes, and explanations about his past life. In contrast, Ellie's responses to Charlie's words evoke emotional perlocutionary effects, including anger, frustration, confusion, and cynicism. Their interaction is laden with emotional tension, which illustrates how speech acts shape their complex relationship. This research emphasizes that dialogue serves not only as a means of communication, but also as a powerful tool to reveal deeper meanings, enrich characterization, and provide a stronger emotional experience for the audience.

THE PORTRAYAL OF ALTRUISTIC BEHAVIOR IN THREE SELECTED PICTURE BOOKS

Ratu Prayuana, Rahmita Egilistiani, Citra Fatimah — Fri, 02 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This study aims to analyze altruistic behavior represented in three selected picture books. All three picture books have a common thread in building children's awareness of helping others and entering into the discussion of altruistic behavior. The objects of this study are three picture books entitled Little Miss Mary and the Big Monster Makeover by G.G. Toropov and Cleone Cassidy (2008), Harold Loves His Woolly Hat by Vern Kousky (2018), and My Brother's Wheelchair by Salil Chaturvedi (2019). The researchers conducted qualitative research by examining the image of pictures and the texts available in the picture books. The data were collected through close reading and content analysis, focusing on both textual and visual narratives. According to Ary et al. (2010), close reading in literature involves examining the formal elements. In doing so, the researchers use the theory of Ricard (2015) as the basis of the results of the analysis, which then finds this altruistic behavior related to the discussion. By observing the plot in the story and exploring the implicit message of the author in fostering social awareness in children as readers, these three picture books instill understanding to help others without asking for reciprocity and are only based on a simple desire oneself to help others selflessly.

INTEGRATING 21st CENTURY SKILLS: CREATIVE THINKING, COMMUNICATION, COLLABORATION, AND CRITICAL THINKING IN THE EFL CLASSROOM

Anisa Diah Hapsari, Aryati Prasetyarini — Fri, 02 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This study aims to describe how teachers incorporate 21^st century skills, including creative thinking, communication, collaboration, and critical thinking into their lesson plans, explore the integration of these skills into English language teaching, and identify the challenges teachers face when integrating those skills in the classroom. This research was conducted at an Islamic Junior High School in Surakarta. The researchers used a qualitative approach with a descriptive method. The research instrument was information obtained through observations and interviews, as well as lesson plan guides made by teachers. The subjects of this study were one English teacher and two representatives of grade XI students. To analyze the data, four stages were employed: data collection, data reduction, data presentation, conclusion drawing, and verification. The results showed that 1) teachers had incorporated 21^st century skills into the lesson plans they made. 2) Teachers have integrated 21st-century skills in the classroom well. 3) there are some challenges experienced by teachers when integrating 21^st century skills in the classroom, such as the lack of motivation to learn English in students and the lack or limitations of school facilities to support success in integrating 21st century skills (creative thinking, communication, collaboration, and critical thinking) in EFL classes.

FEMINIST NARRATIVE AND STYLISTICS ANALYSIS IN THE DETECTIVE GENRE: ENOLA HOLMES 2

Fri, 02 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This research described the feminist stylistic and gender specifications in Enola Holmes 2 movie. The method used in this research is a qualitative method and the theory applied is feminist stylistics theory by Sarah Mills. The researchers analysed the collected data based on the level of words, phrases or sentences, and discourses. The objectives of this research are some words, sentences and discourses in the Enola Holmes 2 Movie’s Script that refers to the feminist stylistics, such as the diction, language used, figurative language and how the style affects the feminist value in Enola Holmes 2 movie. The result found in this research is the different styles in presenting female and male by the script writer. Females are represented with feminine words and mostly represented by their physical appearances, feminine stereotypes, and beauty behaviours. Meanwhile, males are represented with masculine words and mostly represented by their strong characteristics. Also, masculine stereotypes and many occupation titles or jobs refer to men rather than women. It proved that the script writer shows men involved more in the professional world than women, especially in investigating professions like detective.

EXPLORING SPEECH ACTS IN THE MAIN CHARACTERS OF AIR 2023 MOVIE: TYPES AND FUNCTIONS

Giyatmi Giyatmi, Sandi Erlangga — Fri, 02 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

The study aims at describing the types of speech acts in the movie Air (2023) based on Yule's theory of speech acts, and describing their function based on Leech's theory. Using qualitative research methods, the research observes the phenomenon of speech act usage in the movie. The data sources in this study are dialogs from the movie and the script of the movie Air 2023, which were collected through documentation and content analysis. Data analysis is conducted through three stages: data reduction, data presentation, and verification/conclusion, with triangulation of theory and method to ensure validity and reliability. The writers found 50 speech act consisting of direct speech act (22) and indirect speech act (28). The study identifies four main functions of speech acts such as competitive (8), convivial (15), collaborative (22), and conflictive (5). Collaborative function as the most dominant ones relates with the movie's main theme of cooperation and common goals, which makes speech acts a strategic tool in building relationships and achieving mutual success.

THE STUDENTS’ IMPLEMENTATION OF ETIQUETTE IN TABLE MANNERS PROGRAM

Fri, 02 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

This study aims to analyze the implementation of student etiquette in a program that teaches the rules of manners in the context of communal dining. Table etiquette is an essential part of social and professional life, and these skills are expected to enhance students' self-image and interpersonal abilities. The research method involved distributing questionnaires and conducting interviews with 7th-semester students who participated in the program. The findings indicate that the majority of 7th-semester students were able to apply etiquette well, although some challenges were observed in understanding and practicing more complex rules. Factors affecting the success of etiquette implementation include the level of understanding, cultural background, and the influence of instructors. This study recommends the need for a more structured approach and a variety of teaching methods to improve the effectiveness of the Table Manner program for 7th-semester students.