The rapid advancement of digital technology has transformed the landscape of language learning, particularly in the post-pandemic era where self-directed learning through mobile applications and online platforms is increasingly common. This study explores the effectiveness of two popular digital tools LuvLingua and YouTube in supporting independent Japanese language learning among Indonesian university students. LuvLingua offers a structured, gamified approach suitable for beginners, while YouTube provides authentic and contextual exposure through real-life content. Using a descriptive quantitative method, this research involved twelve students from non-language majors who actively use both platforms to study Japanese. The findings reveal that each platform has distinct advantages: LuvLingua excels in foundational vocabulary and pronunciation, whereas YouTube significantly enhances listening skills and cultural understanding. The combination of both platforms yields optimal learning outcomes, although success heavily depends on learners’ motivation, discipline, and time management. This study contributes to the growing body of research on technology-assisted language learning and provides practical recommendations for learners, educators, and content developers.

This study uses the Make a Match learning methodology in class XI-B1 SMAN 9 Surabaya to increase student learning outcomes on short story text content. 36 students participated in two cycles of the study. Following the implementation of the Make a Match learning paradigm, the results demonstrated a significant increase in student participation and learning outcomes. Despite some students still falling short of the KKM, the number of students in cycle 1 who received good and very good categories grew. Every student outperformed the KKM in cycle 2, with 41.7% placing them in the outstanding group and 58.3% in the good category. This approach worked well to increase overall student participation and learning results.
 
 

This Classroom Action Research (PTK) aims to describe the improvement of learning outcomes and social emotional skills through differentiated learning process applied to the material of observation report text at SMA Negeri 21 Surabaya. This research uses a cycle design consisting of planning, observation, implementation and reflection. Data was collected through student worksheets, observation sheets, and questionnaires. The results showed an increase in learning outcomes by 17% in the first cycle, and 27% percent in the second cycle stage. Student learning outcomes are shown through the percentage of students who reach the minimum completeness criteria (KKM) which was initially 60% in the pre-cycle then increased to 77% in the second cycle, and increased to 100% in the second cycle. The results of students' socio-emotional skills are shown through observation sheets and questionnaires. This observation stage is carried out in two stages and the results are in the form of a comparison of social emotional skills before the differentiated learning approach and afterwards. 
 
 
 

Based on observations in classes XI-D2 of SMA Negeri 9 Surabaya, researchers found that there was a problem in learning, namely the lack of teacher skills in creating an effective learning atmosphere. This condition is the cause of students not being very active in learning, so that the achievement of their learning outcomes in the competence of analyzing the intrinsic elements of short story builders is not good. The focus of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of the application of the "Literacy Tree" learning media as an effort to improve the skills of analyzing the intrinsic elements of short story builders. The research method applied is classroom action research. The technique used in this study is qualitative descriptive data analysis. This research was carried out in three stages, including, the pre-cycle stage, cycle one, and cycle two. The results of the study show that the activeness and learning outcomes of students have increased which occurs in the stages of cycle one and cycle two.

The problems of this research were students’ lack of vocabulary, lack of pronunciation, lost confident, a fear of making mistakes, and speaking English is difficult to learn. This research aimed to find out how the TGT method improves students' speaking ability and the significant factors in using the TGT method at SMPN 2 Padang. This research used purposive sampling and VIII.5 as sample in the classroom. This research used qualitative research design and Classroom Action Research approach that consisted 2 cycles, and has four stages, namely; planning, action, observation, and reflection. The instrument of this research was test; pre-test and post-test, observation sheet, and questionnaire. The research results showed a significant increase in students' speaking ability, the improvement of percentage was 18.75% from pre-test to post-test II. The questionnaire revealed that 88.12% of students preferred learning with intrinsic motivation, which showed that the importance of motivation in the learning process.

In the progress of the times, the use of the Indonesian language has gradually changed, there are several words in the Indonesian language whose reading has been changed, which has had a significant impact on the position of the Indonesian language as a national language and the nation's cultural identity. In this millennial era, many generations have grown up in an environment filled with technology which has made big changes in terms of communicating formally and informally. The influence of globalization and the popularity of English has also caused a shift communication preferences, where Indonesian may be less attractive to the Millennial Generation. Through literature review, data search was carried out to identify the language styles of the millennial generation and analyze it to find out the impact of using this language style. Search results shows the impact of the millennial generation's language style on the integrity of the Indonesian language in this era of globalization.
 
 
 
 

This research aims to: 1) Describe the implementation of package B equivalency education learning based on the independent curriculum at SPNF SKB 1 Samarinda city, 2) describe the factors that influence the success of the process of implementing package B equivalency education learning based on the independent curriculum at SPNF SKB 1 Samarinda city. This research rhis is descriptive research using a qualitative approach. Data sources for this research include heads of institutions, tutors and students studying at SPNF SKB 1 Samarinda city. Data collection uses observation, interviews and documentation studies. The data analysis technique uses the Mile and Huberman Model which includes data reduction, data presentation and conclusions. Triangulation was carried out to explain the validity of the data using source interviews and techniques. The results of the research show that: 1) The learning process for equivalent education package B based on the independent curriculum in SKB 1 samarinda city consists of three stages, namely planning learning, implementing learning, and assessing learning, 2) Factors that influence the success of implementing curriculum-based equivalent education package B learning. Independence, namely for internal factors, namely physical factors, and external factors, namely family, family economic conditions, and understanding of parents.

This research analyzes the novel "Tenggelamnya Kapal Van Der Wijck" by Hamka using a literary psychology approach, specifically using the personality structure according to Sigmund Freud, namely Id, Ego and Superego. The research method used is an explanatory qualitative approach using data from the novel. Data collection techniques were carried out through skimming and notation to quote quotes that were relevant to the characters and conflicts in the novel. Content and discourse analysis is used to identify the main themes, conflicts and character development in the novel. The results of the analysis show the psychological conflict experienced by the main character, Zainuddin, in his interactions with his environment, as well as a deep inner conflict due to love that does not reach Hayati. This research provides a comprehensive understanding of the characters and dynamics in the novel. Thus, this research can contribute to further understanding of literary and psychological works, as well as their relevance in understanding the human condition in everyday life.
 

This study aims to determine: the significant relationship between students' habit of listening to English songs and their ability to speak English among second semester students at English education Department of Universitas Bhinneka PGRI Tulungagung in the academic year 2023/2024. The researcher used quantitative research. The study used the correlational design. The populations in this research were second semester students at Study Program of English Education at Universitas Bhinneka PGRI in the academic year of 2023/2024 which consist of 20 students. The researcher used questionnaire and speaking test as the techniques to collect the data for the research. The result of the analysis in this study show that Pearson Correlation was 0.423. It means that the relationship between listening to English song habits and their ability to speak English was in moderate correlation. Further, the significance value of hypothesis testing is 0.063 which is higher than 0.05. Thus, it can be concluded that Ho is accepted and Ha was rejected. In the other words, there is no significant correlation between listening to English song habits and their ability to speak English.

Social life is inseperable from social interaction. This raises social problems in terms of cultural, religious, economic, educational, and politacal diversity. This research aims to reveal social criticism regarding socio-political problems correlated with Gillin and Gillin’s theory of social problems in novel 86 by Okky Madasari. The method used is descriptive qualitative method. The results of this study reveal three main issues of socio-political problems namely corruption, collusion, and nepotism. The most correlated influence is on economy, habits, and morals. However religion, education, and family issues are also related to these three elements. Economic problems are related to education, habits, religion, and family which have an impact on human behavior. The problem of habits is related to economics, education, morals, and religion which have an impact on the development of society. Moral issues are related to religion, habits, and education which have an impact on the character building of individuals or grups.