The manuscript submission process requires a formal contribution statement. The corresponding author prepares this statement based on the documented roles. Each author is listed with their specific CRediT roles. This breakdown offers immediate clarity to readers, editors, and evaluators. Read more…
Trying to grasp educational research methods can often be tricky because the concepts involved are so complex. That's why you really need a systematic and patient approach if you want your understanding to develop gradually and in depth. Read more…
The year 2030 isn’t about being replaced by technology—it’s about adapting to a new, more strategic role. Teachers and lecturers will become guides, mentors, and guardians of values in the midst of advanced systems. The world may change rapidly, but human values will remain the true compass in every meaningful learning journey. Read more…
Sometimes, despite careful preparation, many researchers find themselves facing rejections for their research proposals. This rejection can be a challenging part of the academic process, but it is essential to understand and reflect upon it. In this article, we will explore the various reasons why research proposals are rejected and how researchers can refine their approach to increase their chances of acceptance in the future. Read more…
Nestled in the mountainous heart of South Sulawesi, Toraja stands as one of Indonesia’s most culturally rich regions. The landscape is dramatic—steep valleys, misty hills, and rice terraces carved into the slopes. Villages are scattered across the highlands, each marked by towering Tongkonan houses with boat-shaped roofs and intricate carvings. These structures are more than homes; they represent lineage, status, and ancestral ties. Read more…
Rambu Solo' is a traditional funeral ceremony from the Toraja people of South Sulawesi, Indonesia. This ceremony represents a belief that death is not the end but a passage to the next life. The deceased is not immediately considered dead but is seen as still living in a different state. Family members often keep the body in the house until the ritual can be performed. Read more…
Nestled in the highlands of South Sulawesi, Indonesia, the Toraja people are known for their deeply rooted traditions, striking architecture, and extraordinary funeral rituals that set them apart from other ethnic groups. Despite the rapid pace of modernization, Toraja culture remains remarkably intact, offering a fascinating glimpse into a society where ancient customs and spiritual beliefs continue to shape everyday life. Read more…
The thesis defense stands as the final, formal conversation in a long academic journey. It is a unique scholarly ritual, a dialogue that can seem shrouded in mystery for those approaching it for the first time. Beyond the specific content of the dissertation, however, exists a common architecture of inquiry. Read more…
Among the languages available to international learners, Bahasa Indonesia for foreigners often receives less attention than it deserves. Many assume that, like other Asian languages, it must involve complex grammar, tones, or unfamiliar scripts. That assumption does not apply here. Bahasa Indonesia offers a simple and approachable structure that supports effective language learning without overwhelming complexity. Read more…
When most people think about learning English, they often imagine textbooks, grammar drills, and long vocabulary lists. And while those traditional methods certainly have their place, they’re not always the most exciting or effective enough, especially when it comes to improving listening and comprehension. That’s where audiobooks come in. Read more…
In recent years, podcasting has evolved from a niche hobby into a global medium for storytelling, journalism, education, and entertainment. As production standards rise, so too does the demand for reliable, high-fidelity recording technologies. Among these, 32-bit floating-point (float) audio has emerged as a transformative development in digital sound capture. Read more…
Scholars believe speed reading to be a revolutionary skill, including myself (as evidenced by my journal publication in 20181). This post is dedicated to answer such quetions "Is speed reading truly a revolutionary skill?" or "is it merely a myth that was hyped when it was first introduced?" Read more…
The in-class participation app is basically a web-based artefact designed and developed to ease me in assigning reflective feedback to my students. It is capable of recording notes for my students while also recording the score for each in-class participation.
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