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The ability of students’ writing skills in class VIII is related to the use of spelling (letters). Capitalization) and word selection (meaning) in writing slogan text compositions for students are still lacking. This study aims to analyze errors in the use of Indonesian in writing slogan text compositions for class VIII students at UPTD SMP Negeri 1 Gunungsitoli. This study is a qualitative descriptive study. The data for this study are student worksheets in writing slogan text compositions. The data sources in this study were class VIII-F students at UPTD SMP Negeri 1 Gunungsitoli and one of the Indonesian language teachers. The research instruments were tables of Indonesian language errors in writing slogan text compositions and interviews. Data collection techniques were observation, interviews and written tests. The data analysis technique in this study was reduction. Data, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. Based on the results of the research that has been conducted, the errors in Indonesian language in writing slogan text compositions found 161 errors in the use of Indonesian language in writing slogan text compositions of class VIII-F students including: (1) the use of spelling (capital letters) as many as 31 errors, starting from errors in the placement of capital letters (capital) and placement or use of lower case letters in writing student slogan texts, (2) word selection as many as 72 errors

Arrogance, referred to in the Quran as kibr, takabbur, or istikbār, is a serious moral issue with spiritual, social, and political dimensions that require careful consideration. Pride is a major obstacle in accepting divine truth and can contribute to the collapse of the social order, as depicted in the stories of Pharaoh, Qarun, and Iblis. In the modern context, pride appears in various complex forms, including intellectual pride, political dominance, economic inequality and exclusivism. It has also evolved into a structural problem that causes discrimination, marginalization of minority voices, and global tensions. This study analyzes the concept of pride in the Qur'ān using a theoretical approach rooted in themes. This qualitative methodology allows for the development of inductive theories directly drawn from the sacred text. This approach overcomes the limitations of previous research, which is often fragmentary and descriptive. Through open, axial, and selective coding of Qur'anic verses and stories about pride, this study will reconstruct the definition, forms, and characteristics (cognitive, affective, and behavioral) of pride, as well as its consequences in this world and the hereafter. The results show that pride manifests in actions such as belittling others, boasting of self and wealth, rejecting the truth, and showing physical arrogance.

This study explores senior high school students’ experiences and perceptions of using Wordwall, a gamified learning platform, in writing descriptive texts in an Indonesian EFL classroom. Many learners face challenges such as limited vocabulary, low motivation, and writing anxiety. To understand how students experience the use of Wordwall, a qualitative descriptive design with a phenomenological approach was employed. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews, focus group discussions, classroom observations, and analysis of student writing samples. Thematic analysis revealed that Wordwall helped students improve vocabulary, boost motivation, and reduce anxiety by offering engaging, interactive tasks like quizzes and instant feedback. Students described their learning process as more enjoyable and confidence-building. Despite minor technical issues, most participants found Wordwall beneficial in supporting their writing development. These findings highlight the value of gamified tools in enhancing student engagement and confidence in EFL writing classes. The study provides practical insights for educators seeking to integrate meaningful digital tools into language instruction.

Apart from being a living fence, the benefits of the soka plant are that the flowers can be used as a relatively cheap aromatherapy ingredient because the soka plant is easy to find, especially on the side of the road, and has a fragrance almost like ylang-ylang flowers. Data collection uses Observation, Literature, Experimentation, Documentation, Interviews, Questionnaires, and data analysis uses descriptive qualitative methods. The results of the sensory test assessment of aspects of color, texture, aroma and ease of use, as many as 3 expert validators preferred experimental product 3 with a total rating of 17 (very suitable). The results of the public test showed that people's acceptance was at the highest level of liking in experiment 3 with a total average with color aspects of 4.123 which means like it, texture 3.775 which means quite like it, aroma 4.4 which means like it, ease of use 4.65 which means like it , and a pack of 4,825 which means likes, so that it can become an entrepreneurial opportunity. The conclusion from research on the use of soka flowers is that the resulting aromatherapy oil can be used as a mixture in aromatherapy candles, used in reed diffusers, humidifiers and aromatherapy furnaces. And from the results of research on the use of soka flowers to make aromatherapy oil, it is hoped that it can later be used as other forms of aromatherapy such as candles and soap, and can be developed for further research.

The purpose of this study is to describe, analyze, and examine the feminism contained in the anthology of the short story "Perempuan dan Perempuan" by Bagus Satria. The data source for this research is the short story Anthology of ”Perempuan dan Perempuan” by Bagus Satria. The method used in this study is a qualitative descriptive method. The research data is liberal feminism in the anthology of the short story “Perempuan dan Perempuan” by Bagus Satria. The type of research used in this research is qualitative research with descriptive methods. The data used are texts related to aspects of feminism in the short story Anthology of ”Perempuan dan Perempuan”. Data analysis techniques (1) read the entire contents of the short story, (2) mark and record the quotations on the short story, (3) classify the findings, (4) analyze the findings according to the research problem, (5) the last step is concluded. The results of the research show that there is feminism in the short story “Perempuan dan Perempuan” by Bagus Satria.

Literature is born from the human desire to express their existence, which is closely related to the relationship between individuals and with the reality of life. A literary work contains specific intentions and purposes set by the author. Therefore, all aspects of a literary work originate from the author, who plays a crucial role in generating creative ideas that are expressed through their writings.In line with technological advancements, literature has also undergone transformation. One of the indicators of this progress is the emergence of intersemiotic transfer or adaptation, namely the process of changing the medium through which a literary work is presented, such as from text to audiovisual or film. In this context, the researcher examines the adaptation process from novel to film as the object of study.The object of this research is the novel The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald, which was later adapted into a film by director Baz Luhrmann, released in 2013 under the same title. The novel portrays the life of the American upper class during the 1920s, an era often referred to as the Roaring Twenties.This study uses a descriptive qualitative method. Qualitative research aims to describe and analyze social phenomena and activities found in the research object. The data were collected through reading, observing, and note-taking techniques, involving both the novel and the film script. In total, the researcher collected 12 data points from the analysis of the novel and its film adaptation.

This study looks at the deixis used in the commercial "Garuda Indonesia For A Better Life," emphasizing how it works and how it affects the story. In advertising, deixis, a basic language characteristic, is vital in determining meaning and audience involvement. The study classifies and examines the personal, geographical, and temporal deixis used in advertising using Yule's deixis paradigm. To investigate how deixis creates meaning, encourages emotional connection, and strengthens the commercial's persuasive appeals court, data were gathered through document examination of the advertisement text using a descriptive qualitative technique. The results show that first-person deixis is more common, which has consequences for our comprehension of customer behavior and the efficacy of advertising tactics.

Osamu Dazai’s No Longer Human is one of the most devastating Japanese literature that portrays the inner turmoil of human beings in a very emotional way. The main character, Oba Yozo, is characterized by alienation, despair and identity crisis. This study is meant to identify the types of emotional expressions that appear in the original text and trace the translation techniques used in the two translated versions. The method used is descriptive qualitative with a comparative approach utilizing Molina & Albir’s translation technique theory and Nababan’s translation accuracy indicators. The analysis results show that Keene tends to use literal and amplification translation techniques to preserve the psychological depth of the characters, while Hanafi is more frequently employs modulation and reduction techniques with the aims of simplifying the language style. Some quotations also highlight differences in accuracy levels that impact the conveyance of emotions to readers. The conclusion of this study affirms that translation techniques not only influence sentence structure but also determine how readers interpret the internal conflicts of characters and the atmosphere of the story in the target text

Folklore is a story that develops in the community and is spread orally that has a moral message. Legend is part of folklore that tells the history of a place. There are several legends in an area, in the Central Java area of ​​Kudus City there is one Legend, namely the Bulusan Legend. This research is a Qualitative study with a descriptive narrative type and content analysis method. This study aims to analyze the social values ​​in the book "Cerita Rakyat Pesisir Timur" by Mohammad Kanzunuddin about the Bulusan Legend. The qualitative approach technique provides an explanation of the hidden meaning in the legend text in depth and contextually. The data used are written facts in the form of books and journal articles. The results of the social value of the Bulusan legend, namely the story of the curse of Mbah Dudo and his students who turned into bulus show noble life values. The analysis reveals various moral teachings that are useful as social values ​​such as loyalty, cooperation, and common interests embedded in this legend.

Arabic literature experienced a significant thematic transformation from the Umayyad to the Abbasid period. In the Umayyad era, poetry was still rooted in classical qasidah, focusing on praise, tribal pride, and romantic ideals. However, the Abbasid era brought a wave of literary renewal, influenced by sociopolitical and cultural shifts. This study explores how these contexts shaped literary themes and styles, using a descriptive qualitative approach through library research and textual analysis. It focuses on works by Al-Farazdaq, Al-Akhtal, Jarir, Abu Nawas, Abu al-Atahiyah, Dibil al-Khuza’i, and Al-Jahiz. The findings reveal that poetry in the Abbasid era became a tool for social criticism, spiritual reflection, and personal expression. Meanwhile, Al-Jahiz significantly advanced Arabic prose, making it more intellectual and educational. This study concludes that Arabic literature evolved not only in form and content, but also in function, reflecting the intellectual and cultural dynamism of Islamic civilization. Keywords: Abbasid; Arabic literature; New Poets; Transformation; Umayyad

The aims of this research are to know: 1) the application of field trip method in teaching writing descriptive text 2) the students’ writing descriptive text effect before and after using field trip method 3) Whether there is a significant effect of field trip method on students’ writing descriptive text effect at the eleven grade of SMA Negeri 1 Kutacane. This research uses experimental method with the pre-experimental design by using one-group pretest and posttest design. The population of this research is all of the eleven grade students’ of SMA Negeri 1 Kutacane which consist of 212 students. Sample are XI IPA core 2 which consist of 34 students which taken by purposive sampling. In collecting the data the researchers uses observation sheet and test as an instrument. The results of this research are: 1) the effect of field trip method is 3.8, it is categorized “very good” 2) the mean score of students writing descriptive text effect is 55 it is categorized “fail”. Meanwhile, after using field trip method is 76,91 it is categorized “good”. 3) There is a significant effect of using field trip method on students’ writing descriptive text effect at the eleven grade of SMA Negeri 1 Kutacane. The result of data analysis shows that ttest is higher than ttable (ttest25.18 > ttable2.52). So, the hypothesis is accepted. It means that, there is a significant effect of field trip method on students’ writing descriptive text effect at the eleven grade of SMA Negeri 1 Kutacane in 2022/2023 Academic Year.

This study aims to analyze the use of Google Translate in translating Arabic text into Indonesian. The aim is to examine translation accuracy, precision, and the relationship between translation and meaning. A descriptive qualitative method was used to explore the phenomenon in its specific context. Data were taken from classical and modern Arabic texts. The findings show that although Google Translate has seen improvements, it still faces some challenges. These include word-for-word translation, lack of understanding of cultural context, and gender terminology issues. While Google Translate can be a useful tool, it cannot completely replace human translators, especially in translating adverbs and complex grammatical structures. This research emphasizes the importance of translation quality and the role of digital tools in translation. By learning to use these tools effectively, users can improve their translation skills and enhance their ability to communicate across languages. Thus, while machine translation offers convenience and speed, human insight remains essential to achieve nuance, clarity and contextually appropriate meaning in Arabic-Indonesian translation.

This research aims to determine the improving writing descriptive texts using picture in Class X at SMA Negeri 1 Lawe Sigala-gala in the academic year 2023/2024. The population of this study consists of all 198 students in Class X, with a sample size of 30 students. The research method employed is an experimental method with a one-group pretest and posttest design, and data analysis using the "t" test. The initial test results show that students had an average score of 50.33, categorized as less satisfactory, with a standard deviation of 6.82. There was an improvement in the final test scores, with an average score of 76.83, categorized as good, and a standard deviation of 2.85. Based on the initial and final test results, and considering the passing grade (KKM) for English in high school is 75, students' ability in writing descriptive texts is classified as good. The hypothesis testing yields a t-value of 14.1, compared with the t-table value at a 5% significance level (1.706). As a result, the hypothesis is accepted (14.1 > 1.706). In conclusion, there is an improving the student writing descriptive texts using picture in Class X at SMA Negeri 1 Lawe Sigala-gala in the academic year 2023/2024.

Grammar is a component of English that must be learned by every English learner. An English learner can be said to be competent if they are able to write and speak English with proper grammar.Grammar mastery is very important in writing skill, it can help the students to produce good sentence. In writing text, students usually make a lot of grammatical errors in their writing. Grammatical error is anything where a sentence is structure incorrectly. In this research the reseacher doing a research about “Grammatical Error Analysis In Writing Narrative Texts ( The Case Of Study At The X Grade Of Sma Negeri Gunung Meriah Academic Year 2023/2024”. This research use descriptive qualitative reserch method and use descriptive analysis technique (percentage) with the percentage of information frequency and divided by the number of cases as a technique analysis data. Researchers took class X-IPS consisting of 29 students as a source of data in this study. Based on the research data obtained, researcher found that, from 29 students in class X-IPS, 13 (44.82%) students made errors in sentence patterns, 3 (10.34%) students made errors in the tenses section, 7 (24, 13%) of students made errors in writing pronouns, 18 (62.06%) students made mistakes in writing capital letters, 2 (6.89%) students made errors in writing or placing prepositions, and as many as 9 (31.06%) ) students make errors in spelling. Based on the data obtained, the most common grammatical errors or grammatical errors are found in capitalization, namely 62.06% and sentence patterns, namely 44.82%.

Drawing on the participants' concrete lived experiences, this study explores how the processes of typification and we-relations shape the construction of meaning in everyday interactions. Data were collected through in-depth interviews and participant observation with four informants and one single caregiver, and analyzed descriptively texturally and structurally. The findings show that affective communication includes empathy, humor, and firm but authoritative correction that become the foundation for the formation of emotional bonds and a sense of “new family.” Holistic routines (praying in congregation, studying, social activities) facilitate the internalization of religious values, discipline, and independence, which in turn strengthen children's self-identity. The process of meaning construction does not only occur through words, but through daily practices that bring together the emotional, spiritual and social dimensions. These results recommend strengthening intersubjective communication training for caregivers in similar institutions to support the development of character and identity of orphans.

This study aims to analyze the forms and functions of abbreviations in local news texts covering the “Pertamax Oplos” issue during the period of February to April 2025. The main focus is on two types of abbreviations initialisms and acronyms which are frequently used in local online media such as Jawa Pos Radar Solo, Detiknews, and AntaraNews. This research employs a descriptive qualitative method, using observation and note-taking techniques to identify abbreviation forms in written texts. The findings reveal 20 abbreviation data points, consisting of 13 initialisms and 7 acronyms, consistently used in headlines, leads, and the body of the news. The use of abbreviations not only reflects linguistic efficiency in journalistic writing but also demonstrates how local media adapt to the demands of fast, concise, and easily comprehensible communication. These findings emphasize the significant role of abbreviations in shaping the language style of local media and highlight their importance in modern linguistic practices within digital contexts. This study is expected to contribute to applied linguistic research and support effective media writing practices.

Background: The increasing number of elderly people has an impact on increasing problems, especially those that occur in the elderly, one of which is physical problems, namely the limitations of the elderly in carrying out daily activities, strokes that attack the elderly cause elderly dependence to increase, one form of measuring the ability of the elderly with stroke to carry out daily activities is to assess the Activity of Daily Living (ADL) of the elderly. Determination of functional independence is carried out to identify the abilities and limitations of the elderly, as well as to create the selection of appropriate interventions, The impact of decreased independence can make vulnerability to disease in old age. Methods: The research design used is descriptive method. The research location was carried out at TK.II Udayana Army Hospital, with a total sample of 58 respondents selected by purposive sampling technique. The instrument of this study was the Barthel Index Questionnaire, data processing was carried out using computerization. Data is presented textually/narrative and accompanied by tables and figures. Results: The characteristics of respondents were mostly female with 51.7%, the age group was mostly in the elderly age range of 60-74 years with a percentage of 55.2%, hypertension became the highest disease history experienced by the elderly as much as 43.1% and 98.3% of the elderly lived with their families. The level of independence of stroke elderly in carrying out daily activities shows that most of the elderly experience mild dependence as much as 67.2% and moderate dependence of 24.2%. Conclusion: The results showed that the level of independence of the elderly with stroke in carrying out daily activities experienced mild dependence.

Low student interest in learning English remains a challenge in many Islamic senior high schools, particularly in rural areas where teacher-centered instruction is still dominant. One strategy proposed to address this issue is the Jigsaw method, a cooperative learning approach that emphasizes student collaboration, responsibility,p and peer teaching. This classroom action research was conducted at Madrasah Aliyah Al-Khoirot to examine the effectiveness of the Jigsaw method in increasing students’ interest in learning English, specifically in descriptive text material. The participants consisted of 31 eleventh-grade students, and the study was implemented in two cycles following the Kemmis and McTaggart model. Data were collected through observation, questionnaires, interviews, and tests. The findings showed that the Jigsaw method significantly improved student engagement and learning outcomes. The percentage of students who achieved the minimum passing grade (KKM) increased from 35.48% in the pre-cycle to 77.42% in the second cycle. Additionally, 86.4% of students responded positively to the use of the Jigsaw method, citing increased motivation, understanding, and cooperation. Observation results also revealed active participation, especially in peer explanation and group discussions. Based on these findings, the Jigsaw method is considered effective in fostering student interest, promoting active learning, and creating a more interactive classroom environment. It is therefore recommended as an alternative strategy to enhance English learning motivation in Islamic senior high school settings.

Teaching German as a foreign language in Indonesia requires the integration of linguistic and cultural aspects to develop students’ intercultural competence. Textbooks play a significant role in representing culture, yet most language learning materials tend to portray culture superficially and selectively. This study aims to analyze the representation of cultural elements in the textbook Deutsch echt einfach A1.1 für Jugendliche using a qualitative descriptive approach and content analysis method. Data were obtained from the book’s textual and visual content, analyzed through the lens of Dweik et al.’s (2015) twelve cultural elements framework. The findings reveal that elements such as food and beverages, social behavior, and family relationships are the most frequently represented. In contrast, deeper cultural elements such as history, politics, religion, ecology, and economy are scarcely present. These results indicate that the textbook focuses primarily on surface-level culture and does not fully support the development of students’ intercultural competence. The implication is that teachers and curriculum developers need to supplement textbooks with more critical, holistic, and contextually relevant cultural materials to enhance foreign language learning.

This study examines the constitutional position of the President and Vice President in Indonesia following the four amendments to the 1945 Constitution between 1999 and 2002, focusing on how these reforms reshaped executive authority and accountability. It addresses the problem of excessive presidential dominance and unclear vice-presidential functions under the New Order regime, with research objectives to analyze the institutional, authority, accountability, and relational dimensions of the amended constitutional framework. Employing a normative doctrinal method through statute and conceptual approaches, the study analyzes primary legal texts, scholarly articles, and tertiary materials using descriptive-analytical techniques. The main findings reveal that the introduction of direct joint elections, strict two-term limits, impeachment mechanisms, and the establishment of the Constitutional Court significantly strengthened checks and balances, clarified the Vice President’s supportive and succession roles, and redistributed legislative powers to the DPR. These reforms created a more balanced separation of powers and enhanced democratic legitimacy while also highlighting emerging challenges in institutional capture and democratic backsliding. In conclusion, Indonesia’s gradualist constitutional reform successfully transformed an authoritarian executive into a more accountable presidential system, though ongoing vigilance and potential further amendments are necessary to consolidate democratic gains.