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This article presents a systematic review of pragmatic competence in second language acquisition (SLA), emphasizing its critical role in effective communication and intercultural understanding. Pragmatic competence encompasses the ability to understand and use language appropriately in diverse social and cultural contexts, including mastering speech acts, politeness strategies, conversational implicatures, and intercultural pragmatics. Despite its importance, pragmatic competence often receives less attention in language instruction compared to grammar and vocabulary. The review highlights the effectiveness of explicit and implicit teaching methods, authentic interaction, and cultural immersion in developing pragmatic skills. It also underscores the role of technology, such as digital platforms and simulations, in enhancing learners’ ability to navigate real-life communication scenarios. The findings reveal significant challenges, including cultural variability in pragmatic norms, difficulties in standardizing assessments, and the influence of learners’ individual differences. The study calls for innovative teaching and evaluation methods, focusing on personalized approaches and the integration of pragmatic learning with emotional intelligence. By synthesizing current research and practices, this article provides valuable insights for educators, curriculum developers, and researchers, advocating for adaptive, culturally informed, and technology-supported strategies to enhance pragmatic competence in SLA.

Inheritance distribution in Islam is one of the legal aspects regulated in detail in the Qur'an, hadith, and fiqh. Islamic inheritance law aims to provide justice and order in the distribution of a person's inheritance after death. This discussion is not only limited to the rights and obligations of heirs, but also includes dispute resolution mechanisms in various social and cultural contexts. In practice, inheritance problems from Muslims also intersect with non-Muslims, which can give rise to different perceptions among heirs or children of heirs who are not included in the heir group but receive a mandatory will in accordance with the provisions of positive law in relation to the distribution of inheritance of Muslims. In this study, the problem raised is how is the distribution of inheritance to non-Muslim children who receive mandatory testamentary rights over the inheritance of their Muslim parents, a case study of the Tigaraksa Religious Court decision Number: 1657/Pdt.G/2020/PA.Tgrs dated November 25, 2020. The purpose of this study was to determine the distribution of inheritance to non-Muslim children who receive mandatory testamentary rights over the inheritance of their Muslim parents. The results of the study showed that even though they do not have the status of heirs, non-Muslim children of the testator receive a mandatory testamentary share from the inheritance of their deceased parents (Heir) which does not exceed the share of the smallest heir or is equal to the share of the inheritance of a daughter. The inheritance is reduced by the testator's debt and is then divided into two parts, part of which is the joint property of the Heir and his wife, then the inheritance rights and mandatory testamentary rights are divided.

Handling terrorism cases in Indonesia requires a careful approach considering the diversity of applicable legal sources, especially Islamic Law and Pancasila. This article explores harmonization efforts between the two legal systems in the context of countering terrorism. Islamic law, with its principles that emphasize justice, security and protection of society, offers an approach based on restoration and enforcement of social norms. On the other hand, Pancasila as the basis of the state and national ideology provides a normative framework that emphasizes unity, social justice and human rights. This study analyzes how the principles of Islamic law can be integrated with the Pancasila legal framework to create an effective legal system in dealing with terrorism. The research focus includes a review of existing laws and regulations, policies for handling terrorism, as well as the implementation and implementation of the law in practice. This article also identifies challenges that may arise in the harmonization process, including potential conflict of norms and differences in interpretation between Islamic Law and Pancasila. This study aims to provide strategic recommendations for policy makers and law enforcement officials to create a more holistic and harmonious approach in dealing with terrorism. It is hoped that the integration of the values of Islamic law with the principles of Pancasila can strengthen efforts to prevent and overcome terrorism, as well as maintain the diversity and unity of the nation. Thus, this research contributes to the development of legal policies that are more inclusive and fair, in accordance with the Indonesian social and cultural context.

This study examines the role of the head as a therapist in informal counseling practice at the Religious Affairs Office (KUA) of Medan Tembung District. Penghulu not only carries out administrative functions as marriage registrars, but also acts as a religious figure who provides psychosocial and spiritual assistance to the community. In practice, the penghulu is often the first referral place for married couples, prospective brides, and families who face problems in relationships, communication, and domestic conflicts. This study aims to describe the forms of informal counseling carried out by the penghulu and understand the meaning of the practice in the social and cultural context of the local community, including the religious values, customs, and community norms that underlie it. This study uses a qualitative approach with ethnographic methods through participant observation and in-depth interviews. This study concludes that informal counseling practices by the head have an important contribution in fostering family resilience and preventing domestic conflicts. These findings confirm that the role of the head in KUA is not only administrative, but also social, cultural, and therapeutic in people's lives.

This research analyzes the representation of Tom Cruise's figure in the film "Top Gun: Maverick" by using Roland Barthes' semiotic approach. The main focus of this research is to understand how the character of Maverick played by Tom Cruise is represented through various signs and symbols in the film. The method of analysis used is semiotic analysis, which allows researchers to identify the signs and symbols used in representing the character. This research uses a qualitative approach by analyzing various visual, narrative, and contextual elements in the film. The findings of this research reveal how Tom Cruise as an actor and the character of Maverick are represented in the context of relevant culture and ideology. The results of this analysis provide a deeper understanding of how the character is understood and accepted by the audience, as well as the implications of his representation in a broader social and cultural context. This research contributes to the understanding of how symbols in popular media such as movies can shape our perception and understanding of certain characters in popular culture.

Village empowerment in the Simbah Wali Hasan bin Abu Hamid cultural carnival and haul event in Magersari Village is one way of empowering the community in the aspects of participation, preserving traditions and strengthening community values. The cultural carnival is an effort to preserve traditions by integrating religious and local cultural aspects. Haul Simbah Wali Hasan bin Abu Hamid in Magersari Village, which is an annual commemoration of the death of this spiritual figure, is held every year on 24-25 Muharram, with this year being the 40th anniversary. On the first day, the event began with a lively cultural carnival, attended by the community enthusiastically. They paraded carrying tumpengan, gunungan, snacks and agricultural products, wearing traditional Javanese clothing, which shows their importance to the local community. This research uses a descriptive qualitative method with a direct case study in Magersari village. The findings show that cultural carnivals and hauls play an important role in maintaining cultural identity and strengthening social cohesion in villages. Apart from that, this activity also increases spiritual awareness and strengthens traditional values in the midst of modernization. It is hoped that these findings will provide deeper insight into the role of local traditions in today's social and cultural context, as well as serve as a means to introduce the community.

This study aims to analyse reasoning in the opinion columns of Kabar Madura, a prominent local newspaper in Madura. The research employs a qualitative approach with a descriptive-analytical design to understand and evaluate the quality of argumentation in these opinion columns. Data were collected through content analysis and discourse analysis of opinion articles published within a specific timeframe. The findings reveal that while many articles demonstrate effective rhetorical use and a critical approach, there are deficiencies in evidence presentation and logical consistency. More experienced writers tend to construct stronger arguments supported by relevant evidence, whereas less experienced writers often struggle to formulate coherent and logical arguments. This variation in argumentative quality indicates a need for writer training and capacity development. Additionally, the analysis shows that some articles adopt a critical approach that aids readers in understanding the complexities of local issues. The local social and cultural context also influences reasoning in the opinion columns, with articles relevant to the daily lives of the Madurese community receiving more positive responses. The study concludes that enhancing reasoning quality in opinion columns can improve the credibility and impact of local media in shaping public opinion. Practical recommendations include providing training for writers and further research encompassing more local media and mixed methods for more comprehensive results. This research contributes significantly to the development of more critical and responsible journalism within the local media context in Indonesia.

In this study, bibliometric analysis using VOSviewer and Publish or Perish was employed to identify dominant trends in the analysis of community behaviors related to food waste. The analysis results indicate an increasing interest among researchers in understanding and addressing the social, cultural, and psychological factors influencing food waste behaviors within communities. There has been a paradigm shift in research emphasis from individual factors towards a more comprehensive understanding of the social and cultural contexts that affect food waste behaviors. This research focuses more on developing effective and sustainable food waste reduction strategies at the community level through promoting supportive policies, public education, social campaigns, and participatory approaches. In conclusion, this study contributes significantly to understanding the dominant trends in community behavior analysis related to food waste. The findings provide valuable insights for researchers and practitioners in further research development and assist in formulating policies and strategies for more effective community-level interventions against food waste, with a focus on the social and cultural factors influencing food waste behaviors.    

Adlerian counseling is a counseling approach developed by psychologist Alfred Adler which focuses on understanding individuals as part of a social and cultural context, as well as individual motivation to achieve life goals, by paying attention to power dynamics, motivation, self-confidence and interpersonal relationships in an effort to help individuals overcome problems and grow personally. The method used in this research is qualitative with a type of literature study. Literature study is solving problems by tracing sources of writing that has been written before. The sources obtained are used as literature study material and are arranged according to the rules of scientific writing. The aim of this research is to find out in depth about Adlerian counseling theory. The research findings discuss: (1) Views on human nature, (2) Subjective perceptions of reality, (3) Unity and patterns of human personality, (4) Social interests and feelings of community, (5) Birth order and sibling relationships.

Differences in religious views that often trigger conflict do not only occur between religious communities, but also occur within Muslims. One of the causes is the narrow interpretation and understanding of religious teachings. This research uses literature and conceptual studies. The values of moderation in fiqh thinking include always trying to minimize differences of opinion, being tolerant amidst differences of opinion, being careful ( ihtiyath ) in enforcing laws, and not being fanatical in madhhab. Religious moderation in practical fiqh refers to efforts to: 1. Find a balance between religious principles and the needs of society in solving practical problems in life; 2. Finding a balance between fiqh principles and the social and cultural context of society; and 3. Finding solutions that are in accordance with the principles of fiqh (Islamic law) in contemporary situations and conditions.

Character and moral education of children plays a crucial role in shaping a quality person. This research aims to analyze the role of parents in children's character and moral education in Rotonongo Hamlet, Gerdu, Karangpandan. This hamlet was chosen because its unique social and cultural context can provide in-depth insights into how the local environment influences children's character and moral development. A qualitative approach was used in data collection, through observations and interviews to understand parental behavior, values instilled, and character education strategies in the family environment. The results of the study are expected to provide a better understanding of the relationship between the role of parents and children's character education in Rotonongo Hamlet, as well as its implications for the development of effective character education programs that are appropriate to the local context. The conclusions of this study are expected to provide valuable contributions to efforts to improve the morality of the younger generation through the role of parents in the family environment.