Dinamika Bahasa dan Budaya

Visual Discourse Analysis of "Cinderella 2021": Exploring Gender Roles, Cultural Elements, and Societal Perspectives

Diana Putri Nurhaliza — 2024-07-17

This research employs visual discourse analysis to dissect the visual elements within the film "Cinderella 2021." The primary objective is to comprehend how the film portrays notions of work, gender roles, and the significance of male and female characters, alongside embedded cultural elements. Through this analysis, the study seeks to unveil the impact of these cinematic depictions on societal perceptions, aiming to contribute to a broader discourse on enhancing perspectives within the community. The recurrent adaptations of Cinderella across various cinematic renditions offer a unique opportunity to scrutinize the evolving perspectives on gender issues throughout time. The narrative serves as a critical lens for dissecting society's attitudes towards female protagonists, their agency, and the nuanced definition of a "happy ending." Consequently, the enduring popularity of Cinderella not only attests to her timeless allure but also positions her as a cultural artifact that prompts contemplation on the intricate dynamics of gender representation within the realm of storytelling. This research sheds light on the film's potential to influence or challenge prevailing societal views, thereby fostering a more informed and progressive dialogue on gender roles and cultural representations.

Keywords: Visual Discourse Analysis, Cinderella, social perception, gender roles, cultural representation

Non-English Department Students’ Understanding of Cultural Concepts Expressed in Indonesian Folklore through Focus Group Discussion

Sri Wahyuni — 2024-07-17

Teaching English to non-English department students must consider many aspects of the language. It is important to not only teach them how to understand grammar but also to understand literary work. Some lecturers sometimes ignore teaching the students to make use the literary works especially to teach cultural concepts to students. They mostly focused on the students' need to understand text in the context of their major only. The purpose of this research is to know to what extent the mathematics students in 2022/2023 understand the cultural context in Indonesian folklore. The method applied in this research is descriptive analysis. Focus group discussion in this research is used to help the students understand through sharing ideas in groups to analyze the literary works. Through this Focus Group Discussion, students understanding of the cultural concept of Indonesian folklore can be improved through sharing ideas. In the end, it is hoped that while the students learn the language they also learn about Indonesian literary work.

Keywords: culture, literary work, focus group discussion

Delving into Language and Culture into Religious Values Through Video: Sociolinguistic Analysis of the "Maccera Manurung" Tradition in the Villages of Pasang, Maiwa, Enrekang

Amelia Arsita — 2024-07-17

This research examines the interaction of the Maccera Manurung tradition in Pasang Village, Maiwa Enrekang District with Islamic education using a qualitative approach and case study methodology. The main focus of this research is to understand the meaning, customs and context that local communities give to this tradition, as well as its interaction with Islamic teachings. The research results show that the Maccera Manurung tradition has undergone evolution since the arrival of Islam, where people began to integrate Islamic values into their traditional practices, such as appropriate behavior towards animals, harvest parties as a form of gratitude, and morals. lessons that are in line with Islamic teachings. This research also found that this tradition plays a role in strengthening adherence to Islamic principles, showing how integration between custom and religion can take place in harmony. The implications of this research for understanding Islamic education and cultural syncretization offer new insights into how local traditions and religion can influence and support each other in the context of the Pasang community.

Keywords: Maccera Manurung, Islamic traditions, Cultural integration, Pasang village

Language Style in the Lyrics of the Song Salam Alaikum - Haris J

Annisa Nabila Nabila — 2024-07-23

The language style explores the linguistic styles employed in the song "Salam 'Alaikum." Through a lyrical analysis, it examines the use of linguistic devices such as metaphor, simile, repetition, and cultural references. The song utilizes language to convey messages of peace, unity, and cultural pride, employing a blend of traditional and contemporary linguistic elements. Additionally, it investigates how linguistic choices contribute to the song's overall theme and emotional resonance, highlighting the importance of language in shaping cultural narratives and fostering connection within diverse communities. Through a close reading and thematic analysis, this paper explores how the use of Arabic greetings, religious references, and inclusive language constructs a message of unity, peace, and cultural appreciation. Furthermore, it investigates the song's impact on its audience, particularly within the context of contemporary global discourse on multiculturalism and religious tolerance. Overall, this analysis illuminates the role of language in shaping cultural narratives and fostering interfaith dialogue through the medium of music.

Keywords: language style, stylistics, song lyrics

Semantic Error Analysis in English Oral Presentation

Rahmadini Windy Pramesti — 2024-07-29

This study aims to analyze the oral semantic errors made by students during their English oral presentations and to classify these errors according to the categories defined by Al-Shormani and Al-Sohbani's (2012), adapted from James' (1998) error classification theory. This study uses qualitative descriptive analysis method. The study’s population consisted of approximately 50 6th-semester English Education students at Universitas Muhammadiyah Tangerang, with a sample size of 14 students from class 6A1, who were scheduled to perform their oral presentation. The data collection techniques used are observation and documentation. Data analysis involves several steps: identifying semantic errors, categorizing the collected semantic error, describing the corrected versions of these semantic errors, and concluding with a descriptive analysis of the semantic errors. The findings of this study found that among the fifteen semantic errors found in students’ oral presentations, lexical choice errors were the most frequent, totaling 8 errors (53%). Collocation and formal misformation had the lowest occurrence, each with only 1 error (7%). Additionally, lexical-grammatical choice errors accounted for 3 instances (20%), while formal misselection accounted for 2 errors (13%) in the study.

Keywords: oral presentation, semantic, semantic error