A teaching framework for using austerity media discourse in large EAP classrooms

Wiranegara, Dian Arsitades ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0008-8979-3292 and Basori, Muchamad Adam ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4681-3803 (2025) A teaching framework for using austerity media discourse in large EAP classrooms. Journal of English for Academic and Specific Purposes, 8 (1). pp. 102-120. ISSN 2615-4358

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Abstract

This study proposes a pedagogical framework for integrating media discourse into English for Academic Purposes (EAP) instruction in large classes, grounded in Entman’s framing theory and Van Dijk’s critical discourse analysis. Using authentic texts on Indonesia’s austerity policy—specifically, the suspension of civil servants’ 13th and 14th salaries—the framework enhances students’ academic literacy, rhetorical awareness, and critical thinking. Over six weeks, learners engaged in discourse-analysis tasks, small-group discussions, and digital collaboration (e.g., Quizizz, Google Docs). Instruction focused on identifying framing elements (e.g., problem, cause, evaluation, solution) and linguistic features (e.g., modality, evaluative language, passive voice) to show how language shapes ideology. Data from reflections, discussions, field notes, and assignments were thematically analyzed. Findings showed students gained critical awareness of bias, expanded academic vocabulary, and improved syntactic control (e.g., nominalizations, passives). They also demonstrated stronger argumentation and rhetorical organization in essays and debates. The study presents a replicable model for critical, technology-enhanced EAP instruction that supports multilingual learners in higher education.

Item Type:	Journal Article
Keywords:	English for Academic Purposes; critical discourse analysis' media framing; large-class instruction; academic literacy
Subjects:	20 LANGUAGE, COMMUNICATION AND CULTURE > 2003 Language Studies > 200302 English Language 20 LANGUAGE, COMMUNICATION AND CULTURE > 2004 Linguistics > 200403 Discourse and Pragmatics
Divisions:	Faculty of Tarbiyah and Teaching Training > Department of English Language Education
Depositing User:	dian arsitades wiranegara
Date Deposited:	30 Jun 2025 08:53

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