JoTELL : Journal of Teaching English, Linguistics, and Literature

Positive And Negative Emotion In Jenifer Lee’s Movie Script Frozen

Debora Sumampow — 2025-11-02

The purpose of this investigation was to explore the emotional states portrayed in the film Frozen by Jenifer Lee. The scope of this research is specifically limited to examining the personality and feelings of Elsa, who serves as the central figure in the animated movie Frozen. While undertaking the analysis for this academic work, the writer concentrates exclusively on the research questions previously defined. The study gives prominence to Jennifer Lee's leading character, Elsa, with an emphasis on examining her nature and the emotions she undergoes. The selected method for this investigation is qualitative research, due to the fact that the gathered information exists as quotations and explanations. The details analysed in this research were extracted from the film Frozen by Jennifer Lee, which served as the primary material, and were supplemented with supporting information obtained from applicable materials like books, articles, and other resources that cover emotional experiences, functioning as supporting sources. The research identified Elsa's persona as being a powerful and inward-focused individual. This particular persona has a significant influence on the advancement of the plot and the evolution of other figures. Additionally, Elsa tends to respond to issues by steering clear, paying them no mind, and keeping her thoughts and feelings locked up inside, creating difficulties in controlling her emotional state. Subsequently, having established this portrayal, the aim of the author's study is to recognize and thoroughly understand the emotions represented by Elsa's character within the animated movie Frozen. Drawing on the findings, the writer reached the conclusion that the primary emotions that are apparent within her experience are positive emotions such as joy and contentment, as well as negative emotions such as dread, rage, and sorrow. Notably, Elsa's surrounding environment triggers each one of these feelings.

Faithfulness in Erwin, Gunn & Carrol’s Movie Script I Still Believe

Elsha Resita Losu — 2025-11-02

This research aimed to reveal how commitment and communication are revealed as parts of faithfulness were portrayed in the movie I Still Believe, which told the true story of Christian singer Jeremy Camp. Using a qualitative approach, this study analyzed commitment and communication as parts of faithfulness through the lens of Abrams' (1979) objective theory. The data, derived from the film, highlighted two key aspects of faithfulness; commitment and communication both connected to God and spouse. These elements collectively illustrated faithfulness as a deliberate choice rather than an emotional reaction. Faithfulness to God was portrayed as unwavering trust and dependence on divine guidance, even in times of suffering. Likewise, faithfulness in human relationships mirrored this devotion through patience, trust, and perseverance. The film underscored that true faithfulness was not about seeking immediate answers but about surrendering to a higher plan. Ultimately, I Still Believe demonstrated that faithfulness strengthened both spiritual and personal bonds, shaping character and resilience in the face of adversity.

Encouraging Students' Vocabulary Mastery Using English Cartoon Films as Media at SMP Negeri 6 Satap Kawangkoan

Estrelita Kristina Walangitan — 2025-11-02

This study explores the potential of English cartoon films as an educational tool to enhance vocabulary mastery among seventh-grade students at SMP Negeri 6 Satap Kawangkoan. The research addresses common issues in language learning, such as difficulty in understanding reading texts, limited vocabulary, and lack of student engagement in learning English. Employing a quantitative research design with a pre-test and post-test structure, the study measures the impact of English cartoon films, particularly We Bare Bears: Burrito, on studentsÃ¢â‚¬â„¢ vocabulary mastery. The results indicate that cartoon films are an effective medium for teaching English vocabulary, as evidenced by a significant increase in student scores between the pre-test (70.71) and post-test (91.71). Observations further demonstrate that the use of cartoons makes learning more enjoyable, interactive, and engaging for students, fostering greater enthusiasm and active participation in the classroom. These findings suggest that integrating cartoons as media can be a valuable strategy for improving English vocabulary skills among young learners.

The Use Of Learn English With Jessica Youtube Channel On Students’ Listening Skills at SMPN 3 TOMOHON

Febrika Lengkey — 2025-11-02

This study investigates the use of LEWJ (Learn English with Jessica) YouTube channel on studentsÃ¢â‚¬â„¢ listening skills of eighth-grade students at SMPN 3 Tomohon during the 2024/2025 academic year. The focus is on studentsÃ¢â‚¬â„¢ ability to identify main ideas, understand specific information, and recognize explicit meanings. Using a quantitative method with a pre-experimental one-group pretest-posttest design, the research involved 32 students from class 8A. Data were collected through a 20 item multiple-choice listening test and analyzed using SPSS version 30. The descriptive results showed a notable increase in the average score from 33.75 in the pretest to 63.12 in the posttest. The normality test confirmed the data were normally distributed, while the paired sample t-test showed a highly significant difference (p < 0.001) between pretest and posttest scores. These findings clearly indicate that the LEWJ YouTube channel effectively improved studentsÃ¢â‚¬â„¢ listening skills. The statistical evidence supports the success of this study, as the improvement was not due to chance but confirmed through valid data analysis. Therefore, the integration of structured audiovisual media like LEWJ YouTube content can be considered an effective method for enhancing junior high school studentsÃ¢â‚¬â„¢ listening comprehension in English.

Improving Students' Vocabulary In Descriptive Text Through Words Mapping Technique at SMP Negeri 2 Tompaso

Jilia Wuon — 2025-11-02

The purpose of the study is to determine whether the word mapping technique can improve studentsÃ¢â‚¬â„¢ vocabulary. The research involved 20 students from class VIII at SMP N 2 Tompaso. This study is a quantitative research using pre-experimental design with pre-test and post-test design. Data were collected using multiple-choice test, each consisting of 15 items. The result reveals a significant improvement in student performance between the pre-test and the post-test. The average score increased from 47,7 in the pre-test to 81,5 in the post-test. This suggests that word mapping technique effectively improves studentsÃ¢â‚¬â„¢ vocabulary at SMP Negeri 2 Tompaso. Furthermore, students reported that word mapping helped them improve their vocabulary and write descriptive text more effectively. This research recommends using the word mapping technique as an alternative teaching strategy, especially in teaching vocabulary for descriptive texts, to improve studentsÃ¢â‚¬â„¢ vocabulary in school.

Improving Students’ Reading Comprehension Through The Scanning Technique At SMA Negeri 1 Tondano

Karenina Batubuaja — 2025-11-02

Reading is the process of getting information by understanding the meaning of the text being read, reading is called receptive skills and these skills basically are the ways in which people extract meaning. Reading comprehension is defined as the ability to analyze text, comprehend its meaning, and integrate it with prior knowledge.Ã¢â‚¬Ëœ Teaching Reading Comprehension in order to help their pupils become better readers and to increase their reading comprehension in accordance with their English reading ability'. Improve is make something better in this case especially to make someone better in reading through scanning technique. It is commonly acknowledged that one of the techniques in reading is scanning technique. The technique is needed not only to overcome studentsÃ¢â‚¬â„¢ difficulties, but also to improve studentsÃ¢â‚¬â„¢ reading comprehension. Scanning is the technique for quickly finding specific information in a text while ignoring its broader meaning, it searches for keywords or idea in a written text. In addition use scanning technique is effective in improve studentsÃ¢â‚¬â„¢ reading comprehension.

The Effectiveness Of Role-Play In Improving Grade Seven Students’ English Speaking Skills at SMP N 3 Tareran

Mei Elita Sari Sinaga — 2025-11-02

Speaking is one of the essential skills in learning a language, as it plays a crucial role in effective communication. However, many students face challenges in developing their speaking skills, such as lack of confidence, limited vocabulary, and insufficient opportunities for practice. As a result, researchers and educators are increasingly using role-play method as a tool for teaching foreign language. The purpose of this study is to investigate the effectiveness of the role-play method in improving studentsÃ¢â‚¬â„¢ speaking skill. This study was delimited on the teaching speaking skills using role-play method at the seven grade of SMP Negeri 3 Tareran. This study was conducted using quantitative method. Furthermore, the design of this study was pre-experimental with one group pretest dan posttest, which consisted 16 students were the subject of this study. The result of this study showed that the mean score in the posttest was higher (80.44) than mean score of pretest (50.19). Based on the result, it can be concluded that the use of role-play can improve studentsÃ¢â‚¬â„¢ speaking skills.

Improving Students’ Reading Skills Through Group Work in SMP Negeri 2 Tondano

Noflin Pilendatu — 2025-11-02

This study investigated the effectiveness of group work in improving studentsÃ¢â‚¬â„¢ reading comprehension at SMP N 2 Tondano. The research was motivated by the observation that many students struggled with reading English texts and demonstrated low comprehension abilities. Using a pre-experimental quantitative design, the researcher administered a pre-test and post-test to a sample of the available 18 out of 30 seventh-grade students due to their tardiness. The intervention involved group work activities that aimed to foster collaboration and active participation during reading lessons. Data were collected through multiple choice, matching, and completion tests, and were analyzed for reliability and validity. The findings showed a significant improvement in studentsÃ¢â‚¬â„¢ reading comprehension after the implementation of group work, as indicated by higher mean scores in the post-test compared to the pre-test. Statistical analysis using a paired-samples t-test confirmed that this improvement was statistically significant. The results suggested that group work was an effective strategy for enhancing reading skills among junior high school students. However, the study also found that some students continued to face challenges, indicating the need for differentiated instruction and ongoing support. Overall, the research highlighted the value of collaborative learning in the English classroom and recommended the integration of group work strategies to improve reading comprehension.

The Application of Question Answer Relationship Strategy (QARS) to Increase Students’ Reading Comprehension at SMA Negeri 3 Tondano

Putri Talita Loho — 2025-11-02

This study aimed to determine whether the application of Question Answer Relationship Strategy (QARS) can enhance students' reading comprehension. This study was conducted at SMA Negeri 3 Tondano. Employing a quantitative research method through pre-experimental design with a one group pre-test and post-test, the research examines the reading comprehension of class XI Bahasa students during the 2022/2023 academic year, as the subject of this study, which consist of 24 students. Data analysis involved comparing the mean scores of the pre-test and post-test to determine the effectiveness of QARS. The findings revealed a notable enhancement in the mean score from the pre-test (51.3) to the post-test (83.3). The outcomes show a clear improvement in student performance after the application of the Question Answer Relationship strategy. Through the results of this study, it can be concluded that the application of the Question Answer Relationship Strategy is able to increase students of class XI Bahasa at SMA Negeri 3 Tondano reading comprehension.

Grief Of Louis Creed In Stephen King’s Pet Sematary

Richi Junior Palandi — 2025-11-02

This research explores the psychological transformation of Louis Creed, the protagonist in Stephen KingÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s Pet Sematary, through the lens of the Dual Process Model of Coping with Bereavement developed by Stroebe and Schut (1999). The study aims to analyze how grief and loss shape LouisÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s character, behavior, and moral decisions throughout the novel. By examining his response to the death of his son and his subsequent descent into denial and irrationality, this research reveals a failure to oscillate between the two critical coping mechanisms proposed in the model: loss-oriented and restoration-oriented coping. The analysis demonstrates that Louis becomes trapped in grief and unable to adapt to life after loss, ultimately leading to psychological collapse and catastrophic outcomes. Supporting evidence is drawn from key scenes and direct quotations from the novel. This study not only contributes to literary character analysis but also highlights the relevance of psychological frameworks in understanding human responses to trauma and bereavement