Proceeding of International Conference on Education, Language, Literacies, and Literary Studies (ICONELS)

Teaching and Learning in the Age of Artificial Intelligence: Towards an Integrated Approach to Digital Literacy in Algerian Higher Education

2025-07-21T23:48:41+00:00

In recent years, Algerian universities have faced a new challenge: adapting to the rapid rise of artificial intelligence while still closing long-standing digital gaps. This contribution looks at how digital literacy is evolving in higher education through national strategies, local policies, and direct engagement with faculty members. Based on policy texts, institutional reports, and hands-on experience supporting faculty development, it sheds light on the gap between national ambitions and the everyday realities encountered by teachers and students. While new platforms and tools are being deployed, key challenges remain: limited infrastructure, lack of training, and the uncritical use of AI tools in learning environments.

Rather than treating digital transformation as a purely technical shift, this paper argues for a broader, more grounded approach, one that includes training, ethical reflection, and adaptation to each academic discipline. A practical roadmap is proposed to help institutions move forward: start with training, provide clear frameworks, and adapt strategies to local needs and contexts. At its core, this reflection suggests that meaningful change in education doesn’t begin with tools, but with people. Supporting teachers and students in thoughtful, inclusive ways is essential if AI is to serve learning, rather than replace it.

Documentation of Low-Resource Languages in Southern China in the Digital Era：Interdisciplinary Fieldwork, Practice, and Values

2025-08-13T05:55:19+00:00

In the digital era, documenting low-resource languages in Southern China, especially minority and endangered languages in Southwest China, is of great significance. These languages, embodying distinctive cultural heritages and cognitive systems, are under threat from language shift and modernization. Rooted in documentary linguistics—a newly born and still growing field dedicated to comprehensively documenting languages through digital media technologies for dynamic recording, long-term preservation, and easy accessible dissemination—for about two decades, we have conducted a couple of projects in documenting several languages or dialects of the Tai-Kadai family, utilizing interdisciplinary fieldwork to preserve linguistic data and cultural heritages embedded in these languages, thus obtaining some achievements in language preservation and revitalization, enriching global linguistic diversity and cultural heritage.

This comprehensive interdisciplinary approach, aligned with documentary linguistics’ methodologies of participatory recording and cross-disciplinary data integration, not only comprehensively documents language data but also integrates diverse cultural knowledge, bridging the gap between linguistics and other disciplines. It provides a new model for low-resource language documentation, highlighting the value of preserving linguistic and cultural diversity, and offers essential data for language preservation and research, cultural inheritance, and community development.

Metacognitive Strategies in Reading Instruction for German Language Learners– a Literature Review

2025-08-13T03:21:17+00:00

This literature review investigates the use of metacognitive strategies—planning, monitoring, and evaluating—to support reading comprehension among B1-level learners of German as a Foreign Language (GFL). In the Indonesian educational context, limited exposure to authentic German texts and linguistic differences often hinder learners’ ability to understand complex written materials. Metacognitive strategies offer a structured approach to help learners manage their reading processes, build autonomy, and engage more deeply with texts. The review highlights how these strategies can be integrated into reading instruction through pre-reading (goal setting and text prediction), while-reading (clarifying and self-questioning), and post-reading (reflection and summarization) activities. However, the implementation of metacognitive instruction faces challenges, including low student awareness, limited teacher preparation, and a strong focus on exam-based outcomes in classrooms. To overcome these barriers, the paper advocates for sustained, explicit instruction and teacher training that embeds strategic reading into regular classroom practice. It also calls for curriculum and assessment reforms that value process-oriented reading. Ultimately, fostering metacognitive awareness equips learners not only to improve comprehension but also to become more self-regulated, reflective, and confident language users in the long term.

Phänomen der Sprachinterferenz des Indonesischen bei der Produktion des Lautes [ŋ] sowie seiner Kombinationen [ŋg] und [ŋk] durch Deutschlernende

2025-06-30T21:03:41+00:00

Ziel dieser Studie ist es, das Phänomen der Sprachinterferenz des Indonesischen bei der Produktion des velaren Nasallautes [ŋ] sowie seiner Kombinationen [ŋg] und [ŋk] im Deutschen durch Deutschlernende zu beschreiben. Der Schwerpunkt liegt dabei auf der Frage, wie das Lautsystem der Erstsprache die Aussprache dieser Laute im Deutschen beeinflusst. Die Untersuchung folgt einem deskriptiv-qualitativen Ansatz. Die Daten werden durch eine Leseaufgabe erhoben, bei der Wörter mit den Ziellauten vorgelesen, aufgenommen und anschließend analysiert werden. Die Studie befindet sich derzeit in der Durchführungsphase. Es wird erwartet, dass die Ergebnisse zur Weiterentwicklung von Unterrichtsmaterialien und -methoden im Bereich der deutschen Phonetik in Indonesien beitragen werden.

Sprachinterferenz, velarer Nasallaut, Aussprache, Deutsch als Fremdsprache

Production and Perception of German Word Stress by Indonesian Learners of German: A Suprasegmental Study

2025-07-09T12:24:14+00:00

In foreign language learning, understanding is not limited to basic sounds such as vowels and consonants, but also includes suprasegmental features that influence meaning and clarity in communication. One important suprasegmental feature is word stress. For Indonesian learners of German, applying correct word stress often presents a particular challenge. This study aims to examine how learners perceive and produce word stress in the German language. A descriptive qualitative methode with an auditive phonetic approach was employed to investigate the perception and production of word stress as a suprasegmental element in German. Data were collected in two stages: (1) a production task involving the oral reading of words and pseudowords, which were analyzed auditorily, and (2) a perception task in which participants listened to recorded words and identified the position of stress. The analysis compared the accuracy of participants’ production and perception and identified common patterns of error. The findings are expected to serve as a basis for developing more contextual and learner-oriented suprasegmental phonetics teaching materials for Indonesian learners of German.

Let's Read Media in Indonesian Language Learning to Improve Reading Literacy of Grade 1 Students

2025-07-02T06:34:56+00:00

The development of technology has an impact on the use of increasingly advanced media, especially digital media. Media becomes a supporter in literacy learning in elementary schools for grade 1, one of which is Let's read media. This study aims to determine the use of Let's read media in learning Indonesian to improve reading literacy of grade 1 elementary school students. This study is a descriptive qualitative study. The subjects of the study were teachers and grade 1 students at Bulu 03 Pilangkenceng Elementary School. The number of students was 15. Data collection techniques were carried out by performance, tests and observations. The data collection instrument used a reading test to measure students' reading abilities, and an observation sheet to see students' reading literacy activities and learning activities using let's read media. Data analysis used Milles and Huberman which consisted of reduction, presentation and drawing conclusions. The results of the study showed that students' reading performance had a very good category as shown by their appearance and reading skills. The results of the observation showed that students' activity in using let's read media was very high, seen from their activeness and cooperation in compiling stories and notes on titles and readings that they had written. It is hoped that by using the Let's Read media, students will be more active in learning not only in Indonesian language lessons but also other lessons and can be used by other teachers in different classes.

Seeing Realities: How Language Acquisition Shapes Our View of of the World

2025-07-02T05:18:50+00:00

Language is one of the tools humans use to express ideas, thoughts, images, and understandings about the world. However, the position of language between thoughts and the reality of the world observed through our five senses is not yet clear. The question is whether language influences the way humans view the reality around them, or if, on the other hand, reality influences humans' thoughts about the world. This paper seeks to explain the issue of language's position between thoughts and the world by comparing the concepts of the Principle of Linguistic Relativity proposed by Benjamin Lee Whorf and Language Games introduced by Ludwig Wittgenstein. Literature studies were conducted by examining Wittgenstein's Philosophical Investigations and works that influenced Whorf's Language, Thought, and Reality. This paper concludes that the position of language is not between thoughts and the reality of the world, but rather encompasses and bridges both. The key to understanding this relationship lies in the two-way interaction that language regulates. This reciprocal mechanism is often overlooked in language learning and neglecting the fact that language can shape each individual’s perspective of the world. Realities are seen in many ways, as many as languages used to perceive them.

Comparative Analysis of Mandarin and Indonesian Consonants

2025-06-23T10:59:54+00:00

This study presents a comparative analysis of consonant systems in Mandarin and Indonesian, employing a descriptive-comparative approach. Data were collected through a theoretical literature review, focusing on consonant classification by place and manner of articulation, voicing, and phonotactic distribution. The results reveal that while both languages share similarities in bilabial, alveolar, and velar consonants, as well as stop, fricative, and nasal articulations, their differences are more pronounced. Mandarin exhibits unique features such as phonemic aspiration contrasts, retroflex consonants (/zh/, /ch/, /sh/), and alveopalatal sounds (/j/, /q/, /x/), which are absent in Indonesian. Conversely, Indonesian permits a more flexible coda system (/p/, /t/, /k/, /m/, /n/, /ŋ/, /r/, /l/) compared to Mandarin, which only allows /n/ and /ŋ/. The analysis highlights learning challenges, particularly for Indonesian speakers mastering Mandarin’s aspirated and retroflex consonants. These findings carry pedagogical implications for language instruction, speech therapy, and second language acquisition, emphasizing the need for targeted pronunciation training. This research contributes to phonological typology and offers practical insights for applied linguistics.

Keywords: consonants, phonology, comparative, Mandarin, Indonesian

The Representation of Symbols in Wolfgang Borchert's Short Story Nachts Schlafen Die Ratten Noch

2025-06-30T03:55:11+00:00

This article explores the representation of symbols in Wolfgang Borchert’s short story Nachts schlafen die Ratten noch, which reflects the social and psychological conditions of post-war German society. The story portrays trauma, grief, and subtle hope through simple yet powerful symbols. Symbols such as urban ruins, rats, and characters are analyzed to uncover deeper meanings related to themes of trauma, humanity, and hope. This study adopts a qualitative approach, using literature review as the primary method. Stuart Hall’s theory of representation and Charles Sanders Peirce’s theory of signs provide the theoretical foundation to examine how symbols construct meaning. The analysis reveals that the symbols in this short story not only reflect post-war realities but also convey universal humanistic messages. Through this approach, the article highlights the essential role of symbolism in literature as a medium for expressing emotions, collective experiences, and social meanings that cannot always be conveyed explicitly.

The Use of Todaii German Application as a Self-Learning Media on Listening Skill of German Language Education Students at State University of Malang

2025-07-01T14:07:55+00:00

This study aims to describe the use of Todaii German application as a self-learning media on listening skill of German Language Education students at State University of Malang. This type of research is descriptive qualitative research involving 47 students form Offering A, B, and C Class of 2023 German Language Education Study Program, State University of Malang as research subjects. The research data was obtained through observation and questionnaire sheets. The observation data was used to describe the process of applying Todaii German, while the questionnaire data was used to determine student responses related to the use of the Todaii German application as a self-learning media on German listening skill. The observation results stated that students were able to understand and to follow the instructions explained by the researcher and easily to use the Todaii German application. The result of the student questionnaire gave a positive response to this application, but there were obstacles found, namely internet connection problems, audio that sounded too stiff, and limited premium access problems. In general, the results showed that the Todaii German application can be used as a learning media in helping students practice listening skill independently.

The Polysemic Interpretation of the Verb 打: A Semantic Analysis of Articles from Qiāndǎo Rìbào (《千岛日报》)

2025-07-02T03:46:16+00:00

Polysemy in semantic studies refers to a linguistic phenomenon in which a single word has multiple related meanings. In Mandarin, the verb 打 (dǎ) is a commonly encountered polysemous word in basic Mandarin language learning. This study aims to analyze the various meanings of the verb 打 (dǎ) using a qualitative approach, focusing on its contextual usage. Using the Qiandao Ribao (《千岛日报》) newspaper, edition of December 1, 2023, as the primary data source, this study identifies the semantic variations of 打 (dǎ) based on its collocations and surrounding context. The findings reveal that 打 (dǎ) has 19 diverse meanings, ranging from physical actions and communication to abstract expressions. This research contributes to a deeper understanding of polysemy in Mandarin and enriches insights into the cognitive processes involved in meaning interpretation in foreign language learning. It is hoped that this study will serve as a significant reference in the semantic course, particularly in analyzing polysemous verbs like 打 (dǎ), which will become an analytical study material for students.

Identifying the Semiotic Meaning of Li Bai's Poetry to Support the Learning of Chinese Literature Courses

2025-07-02T07:34:35+00:00

This study aims to describe the sign system in the form of icons, indexes, and symbols in three poems by Li Bai entitled 玉阶怨 [yù jiē yuan] ‘Fretting on the Jade Staircase’, 怨情 [yuàn qíng] ‘Revenge’, and下江陵 [xià jiānglíng ‘down to Jiangling’. This research uses qualitative method and Peirce's semiotic analysis approach in the form of analytical description. The data sources in this study are three poetry texts contained in the book Tangshi Yibai Shou. The data were collected using reading and note-taking techniques. From the analysis, it can be seen that there is a whole system of signs, especially indexes and symbols that represent life in the Tang dynasty. This proves the existence of signs and relationships to the objects they represent. The relationship is in the form of similarity, convention, and existence to the object. The poems contain themes of longing, separation, sadness, and reflections on the relationship between humans and nature that represent life during the Tang dynasty. Semiotics in this study not only helps in interpreting Li Bai's poems, but also serves as a learning tool in Chinese literature courses. Through understanding the meanings in the poems, students can learn more about the culture and historical background that influenced the birth of these literary works.

Grammatical Errors of Perfekt Sentences in the Writing of 2nd Semester Students in Sprachkompetenz 2 Course

2025-07-02T09:09:25+00:00

Grammatical errors often occur when learning a language. This study aims to identify the forms of errors made by students when writing essays using past tense or tempus perfekt in German. The research method used is qualitative method with content analysis data collection technique. The subjects of this study were 2nd semester students of the UM German language education study program who attended the Sprachkompetenz 2 course. Data sources were obtained from the results of essay assignments in the form of perfekt sentences about activities carried out at the end of the year. From the results of the study it can be concluded that there are 3 main forms of errors that are often made in grammatical writing errors using tempus perfekt, including: (1) position errors in the sentence, (2) inaccurate use of hilfsverb or auxiliary verb and verben or verb in the sentence, and (3) mismatch of cases used.

Students' Comprehension of the Video “Was mach ich hier eigentlich? Die erste schriftliche Arbeit bestehen!”

2025-07-02T13:01:22+00:00

This study aims to compare students' comprehension of the video titled “Was mach ich hier eigentlich? Die erste schriftliche Arbeit bestehen!”. The research focuses on students' ability to understand video content through two primary skills: listening to audio and reading subtitles. A quantitative descriptive method with an experimental approach was employed. Primary data were collected through questionnaires and comprehension tests administered to 22 students enrolled in the “Wissenschaftliches Schreiben” class. The questionnaire measured students’ perceptions of comprehension, cognitive load, and the influence of audiovisual elements, while the comprehension test assessed their factual understanding of the video content and main message. Secondary data were obtained from books, scholarly journals, and relevant expert opinions. The findings discuss the comparison between listening and reading skills in comprehending video content, based on questionnaire analysis. The results contribute to the academic understanding of learning methods and provide recommendations for educators regarding students' preferences and the effectiveness of instructional strategies in the context of video-based learning.

Students' Preferences for Digital Teaching Materials in German Language Learning

2025-07-02T13:45:56+00:00

This study aims to identify students’ preferences toward digital learning materials in German language instruction and to explore the factors influencing their effectiveness. A descriptive quantitative approach was employed using a survey method. Data were collected through a questionnaire completed by 40 students from the German Language Education program who had previously used various types of digital learning materials in their coursework. The results indicate that the majority of students regularly use digital materials and exhibit positive preferences toward content that is visually appealing, interactive, easy to understand, and aligned with their language proficiency levels. The most frequently used materials include educational websites and instructional videos, while technologies based on Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) remain rarely utilized. Challenges identified include unstable internet connections, limited opportunities for practicing speaking and writing skills, and insufficient classification of materials by proficiency level. Students’ preferences and experiences suggest that digital learning materials that are adaptive, contextual, and support all four language skills are more favored and perceived as effective in the learning process.

Analysis of Shifting Meaning of Expressions in German Cultural Contexts

2025-07-02T20:50:42+00:00

The purpose of this study is to identify the context that affects meaning, especially the meaning of idioms in German, which is expected to help improve understanding in cross-cultural communication skills between languages. Communication is an important part that is done by humans as social beings in order to fulfill their needs. It involves not only the transfer of words but also the exchange of cultural values, emotions, and intentions. Throughout the communication process, there are several errors in conveying information due to inaccurate interpretation of meaning. Misunderstandings often arise when idiomatic expressions are interpreted literally, rather than contextually, especially by language learners. Besides, this study answers three main research questions: how to understand the context of meaning in German idiom expressions; what is the function and role of idiom meaning (Redewendungen); and are there any relationships between idioms and cultural contexts. By using qualitative research methods such as media analysis, on the YouTube platform, this study aims to gather insights into idioms used in daily German communication. Analyzing idioms through authentic media content provides a more realistic and culturally grounded understanding of how they are actually used. It also helps highlight the connection between language use and cultural perception in real-life situations.

The Utilization of Self-Access Centre (SAC) for Independent Learning of German Language Education Students

2025-07-03T01:59:49+00:00

Self-Access Centre (SAC) is one of the learning facilities that supports students in developing their language skills independently. In the context of German language education, SAC provides various resources and support that can help students manage their own learning outside of the classroom. However, how students actually use SAC, what influences their decision to use it, and how they perceive its effectiveness may vary.

This study explores how German language education students at Universitas Negeri Malang utilize the SAC for independent learning. It also investigates the factors that influence their usage and their perceptions of SAC’s role in improving their German skills. Data were collected through a semi-open questionnaire completed by 49 students and in depth interviews with a separate group of seven students.

This study focuses on three key aspects: students’ frequency of visits, their use of available facilities and tutor assistance, and their motivation for using the SAC. The results show that students are encouraged to use the SAC not only because of its comprehensive resources and support from tutors, but also through peer influence. Most students agree that the SAC provides a helpful environment that boosts their motivation and interest in learning German independently.

These findings suggest that the SAC can play a significant role in supporting autonomous language learning when its resources align with student needs and preferences.

Exploration of Students’ Perceptions on the Implementation of Role-Play in German Language Learning

2025-07-03T02:28:02+00:00

Roleplay is one of the interactive methods often used in foreign language learning, especially to improve speaking skills. But students may have different preferences about the type of roleplay they enjoy and find effective. In German Language education, roleplay helps students become more confident and fluent in using the language in real-life situations. However, not all types of roleplay work equally well for all learners. Understanding which types of roleplay students prefer can help educators design more engaging and effective learning activities.

This study explores the preferences of German language education students at Universitas Negeri Malang regarding different types of classroom roleplay. A Likert-scale survey and in-depth interviews were used to examine preferences in four aspects: pair vs. group roleplay, preferred themes (daily life, academic, or professional scenarios), preferred formats (improvised vs. scripted) and preferred show in (live presentation in class vs. making videotape). The results show that most students prefer to pair roleplay with familiar, everyday themes and a flexible format that combines improvisation and light scripting and prefer to do live presentations in class for the Roleplay. A total of 20 second semester students from Class C participated in a Likert scale questionnaire, and six of them were also interviewed for deeper insight.

This study suggests that aligning roleplay activities with student preferences can support more active participation and better language learning outcomes. Future research could further explore how these preferences relate to students' performance and confidence in real communication.

Understanding German Grammar Through Reading Line Webtoon Digital Comics in Telegram Community

2025-07-03T03:06:14+00:00

This study aims to describe German grammar learning through reading Webtoon and learners' responses in using Line Webtoon as a learning medium. The research subjects used were members of the telegram group "Belajar Niveau A2". The research was conducted asynchronously through chat and phone calls using the telegram application. The research used a qualitative descriptive approach. The data were collected using questionnaire and interview techniques, while the analysis technique used the 6P analysis model (approach, excavation, deepening, matching, interpretation, and presentation). The results showed that learning using Line Webtoon digital comic media was conducive and active during the process as seen from the learners' activeness when asking and answering questions from the teacher. The learners become interested as well as motivated to learn German through the media because learning feels like reading casually rather than studying, so Webtoon can be used as a new breakthrough as a support in training grammatical skills as well as German reading skills

Development of A Bilingual Digital Booklet for Tourism In Malang City

2025-07-09T16:44:00+00:00

This research and development aimed to produce a bilingual digital booklet (Indonesia-Mandarin language) as a media for tourism information in Malang City aimed at tourists from China. This booklet is designed in the form of an e-book with an attractive appearance and equipped with images of tourist destinations, making it easier to convey information visually and interactively. The advantages of digital booklets compared to printed media are their durability, environmental friendliness, and ease of access via digital devices. The development process follows the five steps of the ADDIE model: analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation. Implementation was carried out by involving Chinese students from Guangxi Normal University and Chinese tourists through online testing. Validation was carried out by material and media experts, and for the results showed about product was suitable for use after revision. This digital booklet not only helps Chinese tourists get to know tourist destinations in Malang City, but can also be used by local tourists thanks to the presentation of information in two languages.

A Grammatical Analysis of Conjunction Usage in Student Vlog Assignments from the Mündliche Konversation Course at Universitas Negeri Malang

2025-07-10T10:37:20+00:00

This research aims to describe the use of conjunctions by third-semester students of the German Language Education program at Universitas Negeri Malang in their oral communication tasks in the form of vlogs, and to identify the grammatical errors present in their usage. These vlogs are outputs of the course Mündliche Konversation, which is designed to train students' speaking skills in a realistic, independent, and communicative context. This study employs a qualitative approach using content analysis methods. Data were collected from the documentation of eight group videos created by students and analyzed based on German grammar theory by Helbig and Buscha (1996). The results show that students used various types of conjunctions, both coordinating and subordinating, with a predominance of subordinating conjunctions such as dass and weil. Despite attempts to construct complex sentence structures, several errors were found, including errors in verb placement, verb selection, absence of a subject, and the lack of a verb in clauses, indicating the need for further grammatical development.

The Role of Social Media in Enhancing Students' Extrinsic Social and Instrumental Motivation in German Learning

2025-07-10T11:36:28+00:00

This study aims to describe the role of social media in increasing students' extrinsic motivation, both in the social and instrumental categories, in learning German. Through a descriptive quantitative approach, data were collected from 51 student respondents who are active users of social media who have attended German language courses for at least one semester. A 5-point Likert scale questionnaire was used to measure three main variables, namely intensity of social media use, instrumental extrinsic motivation, and social extrinsic motivation. The results show that platforms such as Instagram and TikTok are significantly utilized by students as a means of self-learning, expanding vocabulary, and strengthening social connections with online learning communities. Social media is also proven to support learning that is more flexible, interesting and relevant to the digital needs of today's students. This finding confirms that social media has great potential as an additional learning medium that can externally motivate students, both for social (community acceptance) and instrumental (career and academic development) purposes.

Analysis of Verbstellung Errors in A2-B1 German Language Students' Podcast Assignments in the Mündliche Kommunikation Course

2025-07-10T12:46:34+00:00

This study aims to analyze Verbstellung (verb order) errors in German verbal communication made by A2-B1 level students through podcast assignments in the Mündliche Kommunikation course. The analysis was conducted using Pit Corder's error analysis theory approach, which provided the researcher with the opportunity to identify the types and characteristics of the errors. Verbstellung is an important aspect of German sentence structure that is often a source of errors due to mother tongue interference and lack of understanding of grammatical structures. Data was collected from the transcription of student podcasts, then analyzed to find the dominant error patterns. This study found that verb position errors, especially in subordinate clauses, are a major challenge for beginner learners. Most of the errors indicate that learners do not fully understand German sentence structure, so a teaching approach that focuses more on practice and error correction is needed.

Career Opportunities For Students Of Mandarin Language Education Study Program In Tourism Industry

2025-07-11T13:36:04+00:00

Tourism is a strategic sector that contributes significantly to global economic growth. In Indonesia, this sector serves as one of the main pillars of national economic development, particularly with the increasing number of international tourists—including those from China—visiting various destinations such as Malang City. This phenomenon opens up new opportunities in the job market, especially for graduates of the Mandarin Language Education Study Program. This study aims to identify the career potential of students in this program within the tourism industry. Using a descriptive qualitative approach, data were collected through questionnaires distributed to students and tourism industry practitioners. The analysis results show that most students express a strong interest in pursuing careers in this sector. The most in-demand and popular profession is that of a tour guide, especially those who are able to communicate in Mandarin. Nevertheless, the main challenge faced is the lack of practical foreign language proficiency and other supporting skills. Therefore, it is necessary to improve competencies through language training and professional skill development so that graduates are better prepared to compete in the job market, particularly in the tourism sector, which is based on service and cross-cultural communication.

Challenges in Translating German Comics Nerd Girl Into Indonesian

2025-07-16T07:52:08+00:00

Nerd Girl is a German comic by Sarah Burrini. This study examines the challenges that arise in translating the German comic Nerd Girl into Indonesian. Comics as visual literary works require translators to maintain a balance between linguistic, cultural, and visual aspects. The main objective of this study is to identify forms of incompatibility between the source text (SL) and target text (TL), and to describe the translation strategies used. This study uses a qualitative approach with case study methods and content analysis, where data are obtained from the original comic text and the translation results carried out by the researcher herself. The results of the study show that the main challenges include translating idioms, figurative language, slang, cultural references, wordplay, and character speech styles. The translation strategies used include cultural adaptation, the use of functional equivalents, and a contextual approach based on visuals and narrative logic. In conclusion, the success of comic translation depends not only on linguistic accuracy, but also on understanding the cultural context and character characterization.

Representation of Gretel's Crisis of Trust in the Secret Magic Control Agency's Fairy Tale Adaptation

2025-08-04T13:51:20+00:00

This research analyses the representation of Gretel's crisis of trust in the film Secret Magic Control Agency using Roland Barthes' theory. The main focus of this research is to identify how the crisis of trust is reflected in Gretel's behaviour and character interactions. This research reveals the factors that influence the crisis of trust, including environmental influences and relationship dynamics with other characters, as well as experiences inspired by the classic story of Hansel und Gretel from the Brothers Grimm. In addition, this research also discusses the role of film as a learning medium. Referring to Weisarkurnai's (2017) opinion, films are considered aesthetic works and information tools that are entertaining and educational. On the other hand, the moral, ethical, and ethical values contained in fairy tales function as a means of learning for children, as explained by Setiawan (2018). Through this analysis, it is expected to understand the complexity of Gretel's character and the relevance of the values contained in the narrative.

The Role of Study Visit in Learning, Motivation, and Intercultural Understanding of German Literature Students

2025-06-17T04:01:12+00:00

This research analyzes the role of study visits to Germany on language learning, motivation, and intercultural understanding of German Literature students at State University of Malang. A qualitative method with a phenomenological approach was used to explore the experiences of program participants. The results show that the 10-day program strengthens learning motivation through direct exposure to German culture and academic environment, encourages reflection, and changes learning strategies. According to Kolb's Experiential Learning theory, participants experienced all stages of experiential learning, which strengthened their cultural awareness, language confidence, and career goals in international contexts.

Development of Jiapu Puzzle Interactive Media for Learning Chinese Cultural Kinship System

2025-07-11T10:14:16+00:00

This study aims to develop an interactive learning media called Jiapu Puzzle to support students’ understanding of the kinship system in Chinese culture, which is a crucial component of Mandarin language education. The media was developed using the ADDIE model, which includes analysis, design, development, implementation, and initial evaluation stages. Development involved classroom observations of grade XI IBB students at SMA Laboratorium UM, teacher interviews, and validation by media and content experts. The final product is a family tree puzzle board representing kinship structures on both paternal and maternal sides, complete with narratives and Hanzi illustrations. Validation results showed that the media was highly feasible in terms of visual appeal, content quality, and usability. The implementation stage revealed positive student responses, especially in terms of engagement, enthusiasm, and comprehension. Using a conventional gamification approach, Jiapu Puzzle proved effective as an alternative medium to support engaging and contextual Mandarin language and cultural learning.