https://ejurnal.unima.ac.id/index.php/e-clue <p>E-Clue Journal is a peer-reviewed journal and published twice a year in the months of June and December; publishing research reports and conceptual analysis; within the fields of teaching English, English literature, culture, and linguistics. It is published by the English department of Universitas Negeri Manado.</p> English Education Department en-US Journal of English Culture, Language, Literature and Education 1978-3493 https://ejurnal.unima.ac.id/index.php/e-clue/article/view/4602 <p>The transformative role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in language research and academic publishing has garnered significant attention in recent years. This systematic review explores the interplay among AI, language research, and academic publishing, focusing on trends, challenges, opportunities, and future directions. A total of 30 peer-reviewed articles published between 2020 to 2024 were analyzed using PRISMA guidelines to ensure comprehensive coverage. Findings reveal that AI technologies such as Natural Language Processing (NLP), machine translation, and automated peer-review systems are revolutionizing methodologies in linguistic studies and scholarly dissemination. While the adoption of AI presents numerous opportunities such as enhanced accessibility, increased efficiency, and advanced linguistic analysis it also raises challenges. Key concerns include ethical issues, data privacy, biases in AI algorithms, and resistance to adoption due to fears of over-reliance on automation. Additionally, the future of AI in these domains points to exciting possibilities, including ethical AI development, generative AI’s role in redefining authorship, and the integration of AI literacy into academic training. This review contributes to the growing discourse by mapping current trends and identifying gaps in research, offering actionable recommendations for stakeholders. It underscores the need for responsible and inclusive AI practices to harness its potential fully, ensuring sustainable advancements in language research and academic publishing.</p> Devilito P. Tatipang Marlon S. Pontillas Gali Alrajafi Mala Rovikasari Falentinus Ndruru Copyright (c) 2024 Journal of English Culture, Language, Literature and Education https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0 2024-12-09 2024-12-09 12 2 215 237 10.53682/eclue.v12i2.4602 https://ejurnal.unima.ac.id/index.php/e-clue/article/view/10023 <p>This research explores the obstacles students encounter during English reading instruction through virtual learning in Southwest Papua's English as a Foreign Language (EFL) classrooms. The study was conducted at UNIMUDA Sorong, utilizing both offline and online methods for data collection. The researcher recruited 20 participants through convenient sampling. Qualitative data was collected and analysed thematically, revealing that students perceive virtual learning as highly beneficial for improving their English reading skills. They find it user-friendly and hold a positive attitude towards its integration into learning. Consequently, it is asserted that students' favorable perceptions of virtual learning's value in enhancing EFL classrooms in Papua correspond to their adeptness in utilizing virtual learning for reading comprehension. The findings suggest that virtual learning can effectively support EFL instruction, highlighting its potential to overcome traditional learning barriers in this context. Additionally, the study emphasizes the need for adequate technological infrastructure and continuous training for both students and teachers to maximize the benefits of virtual learning.</p> Nursalim Nursalim Nurteteng Nurteteng Galuh Novita Sari Puteri Nafdila Ayuningtyas Elisabeth Yanwarin Copyright (c) 2024 Journal of English Culture, Language, Literature and Education https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0 2024-12-06 2024-12-06 12 2 198 214 10.53682/eclue.v12i2.10023