Graduate Students Perceptions Toward the Integration of Heutagogy Approach in Material Development Class

Devilito Prasetyo Tatipang — 2025-02-13

This study investigates graduate students' perspectives on integrating the heutagogical approach in a Material Development course, emphasizing its effects on engagement, critical thinking, skill acquisition, and real-world applicability. Heutagogy, or self-determined learning, prioritizes learner autonomy, critical reflection, and the flexibility to tailor learning strategies to individual needs. The research employs a descriptive qualitative design, utilizing Likert-scale questionnaires and interviews to collect data from 15 doctoral students, with five selected for in-depth discussions. Findings indicate that most participants consider heutagogy highly effective in promoting self-directed learning and creativity in material development. Notably, 73% strongly believe this approach will benefit their academic and professional futures, demonstrating its relevance to evolving trends in educational material creation. Additionally, 67% feel confident in their ability to innovate and adapt, while 53% recognize its role in developing transferable skills for interdisciplinary projects. Furthermore, 80% affirm that heutagogy is well-suited for doctoral-level education, reinforcing its value in advanced academic settings. Despite these positive outcomes, challenges remain, particularly regarding students' confidence in mentoring others through heutagogical methods. This underscores the need for further investigation into peer-learning and mentorship strategies within this framework. Overall, the study highlights heutagogy’s effectiveness in fostering critical thinking and adaptability in higher education.

Revealing the Social Criticism in Literary Works: An Objective Study of Laskar Pelangi and The Grapes of Wrath

Nindy N. Ganap — 2025-02-13

This article examines the social criticism expressed in two literary works: Laskar Pelangi by Andrea Hirata and The Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck. Using a descriptive qualitative method and an objective approach, the study focuses on analyzing intrinsic elements such as themes, characters, and conflicts within the texts. Laskar Pelangi portrays the social realities in Belitung, Indonesia, highlighting issues such as social inequality and limited access to education while delivering a message of hope and perseverance through the struggles of underprivileged children. In contrast, The Grapes of Wrath captures the hardships faced by migrant farmworker families in the United States during the Great Depression, emphasizing labor exploitation and the importance of social unity. Although the two works emerge from different cultural and historical backgrounds, they converge on the themes of social injustice and the pursuit of societal transformation. The findings demonstrate that literature serves as a powerful medium for articulating social critique and fostering awareness of significant societal issues. This analysis reinforces the role of literary works in illuminating social realities and inspiring critical reflection among readers. The research employs an objective study method to ensure an impartial evaluation of the texts' intrinsic elements.

Journal of English Culture, Language, Literature and Education

Graduate Students Perceptions Toward the Integration of Heutagogy Approach in Material Development Class

Revealing the Social Criticism in Literary Works: An Objective Study of Laskar Pelangi and The Grapes of Wrath