Mnemonic Technique in Vocabulary Mastery

 Definition and Purpose

Mnemonic techniques are memory-enhancing strategies designed to help learners remember information more effectively and efficiently, particularly when learning new vocabulary135. These techniques work by associating unfamiliar words with familiar concepts, images, or patterns, making the new information easier to recall.

Types of Mnemonic Techniques

Several mnemonic techniques are commonly used to improve vocabulary mastery, including:

• Rhyme-Keys

• Acronyms

• Peg Word System

• Loci Method

• Keyword Method

Among these, the keyword method is widely recognized as particularly effective for vocabulary learning12.

How the Mnemonic (Keyword) Technique Works

Difference Between Validity and Reliability in Quantitative Research

Difference Between Validity and Reliability in Quantitative Research

Validity and reliability are two foundational concepts in quantitative research, each addressing different aspects of data quality:

Validity refers to the extent to which a research instrument or method accurately measures what it is intended to measure. In other words, a valid study truly reflects the concept or variable it aims to assess. For example, if a survey is designed to measure job satisfaction, validity ensures that the questions actually capture the essence of job satisfaction, not something else7.

Reliability refers to the consistency or repeatability of measurements. A reliable instrument yields the same results under consistent conditions. If a test is administered to the same group multiple times and produces similar results each time, it is considered reliable67.

My Portofolio

 Below is a selection of my published papers:

• Yudhanto, S., & Risdianto, F. (2022). The Pragmatics and Semiotics Analysis of Vinyl Record Cover Art in They Fell From The Sky's Album DECADE. Journal of Pragmatics Research, 4(2), 167-178. DOI | Full text

• Norwanto, N., & Risdianto, F. (2022). The Norm Establishment in WhatsApp Group Conversations. Journal of Language and Literature, 22(2), 504-517. DOI | Full text

• Risdianto, F., Sumarlam, S., Wiratno, T., & Djatmika, D. (2022). Attitudinal Analysis of Kompas Online & Republika Concerning the Relocation of Indonesia’s Capital City News. International Journal of Science and Applied Science: Conference Series, 6(1), 195-209. DOI | Full text

• Risdianto, F., Machfudz, M., Sagimin, E. M., Hanafi, H., & Jumanto, J. (2023). Politeness and Impoliteness Strategies in Lecturer-Student Communication Within Cyberpragmatic Chats. Journal of Pragmatics Research, 5(1), 107–134. Full text

• Hambali, A. J., Risdianto, F., & Rahma, S. S. (2024). Rethinking Expressive Speech Act Realization in the Comments Section on YouTube Channels. Journal of Pragmatics Research, 6(1), 52–73. DOI

• Risdianto, F., Sumarlam, S., Djatmika, D., & Wiratno, T. (2024). Appraisal and Ideology Realization in Indonesian State Capital Relocation News Texts. International Journal of Society, Culture & Language, 12(2), 74-88. DOI | Full text

• Risdianto, F., Nugroho, H., Sunardi, S., & Arkida, T. (2024). Realization of Appraisal and Ideology in the Ferdy Sambo Case in Editorial Texts: Kasus Sambo Isih Dawa and Ganjaran Murwat Tumrap Kejujuran in Panjebar Semangat Magazine. Indonesian Journal of EFL and Linguistics, 9(1), 133-149. DOI | Full text

Currently, I serve as the Head of the Publication Center and Journal House (Rumah Jurnal) at Universitas Islam Negeri Salatiga. I have experience as a National Indonesian Journal Assessor and an Associate Editor for DOAJ. Since 2017, I have been a senior member of the Indonesian Journal Volunteer Association (RJI) and have also worked as a SINTA University-Level Verifier and Mendeley Advisor. Additionally, I am frequently invited as a speaker for journal accreditation workshops at national and international levels.

20 possible linguistics research topics on REGISTER JOURNAL

Focus and Scope: REGISTER JOURNAL, 1979-8903 (PRINT) – 2503-040X (ONLINE) is an OPEN ACCESS, double-blind, peer-reviewed Journal of English for Islamic educational institutions and Muslim communities. Aim and Scope: REGISTER JOURNAL, the Journal of English for Islamic Educational Institutions and Muslim Communities, aims to provide a dedicated platform for disseminating research, best practices, and innovative approaches related to teaching and learning English within Islamic educational contexts. The Journal focuses on enhancing the quality of English education in Islamic schools, colleges, universities, and other educational institutions while also considering Muslim learners' unique cultural, religious, and linguistic needs.

Based on the updated Focus and Scope of the Register Journal (Journal of English for Islamic Educational Institutions and Muslim Communities), here are 20 possible linguistics research topics:

1. Integrating Islamic Values in English Language Curricula: A Content Analysis of Secondary School Textbooks
2. The Role of Religious Identity in English Language Learning Motivation among Muslim Students
3. Teaching English through Qur’anic Themes: A Task-Based Learning Approach
4. Culturally Responsive English Teaching: Addressing Muslim Students’ Religious Sensitivities
5. Evaluating the Effectiveness of Bilingual Education in Islamic Boarding Schools (Pesantren)
6. Digital Tools and Islamic Content Integration in English Language Teaching
7. Professional Development Needs of English Teachers in Islamic Educational Institutions: A Case Study
8. Code-Switching and Language Choice among English Teachers in Islamic Schools
9. An Appraisal of English Textbooks Used in Muslim Communities: Do They Reflect Islamic Cultural Values?
10. Language Policy in Islamic Universities: Balancing Global Competence and Religious Identity

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