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Contrastive Analysis through Collaborative Projects: A Study on Bahasa Melayu and English Language

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  • Syamimi Turiman

    (Akademi Pengajian Bahasa, Universiti Teknologi MARA)

  • Puspalata C Suppiah

    (Akademi Pengajian Bahasa, Universiti Teknologi MARA)

Abstract

This study investigates how collaborative small-group projects can facilitate tertiary-level language learners in the learning of contrastive analysis between Bahasa Melayu and English at a higher learning institution in Malaysia. Contrastive analysis, which involves comparing linguistic elements of two languages, can enhance learners’ understanding and acquisition of both languages by highlighting structural differences and similarities. This research involves students enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program at a Malaysian public university, majoring in English for Intercultural Communication. As part of the alternative assessments of this course, students are engaged in structured, semester-long group projects. These projects require learners to analyse and present linguistic features such as phonology, syntax, and lexicon of both languages, using them actively in varied communicative contexts. The study aims to explore the learners’ attitudes towards each language through surveys and interviews. Additionally, this research examines which collaborative dynamics most effectively contribute to understanding and applying contrastive linguistic analysis. The present study offers detailed insights into how collaborative learning can be optimized in language education and recommendations for integrating effective group-based contrastive analysis projects into language curricula, potentially offering an effective approach to bilingual education.

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  • Syamimi Turiman & Puspalata C Suppiah, 2025. "Contrastive Analysis through Collaborative Projects: A Study on Bahasa Melayu and English Language," International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), vol. 9(1), pages 4803-4813, January.
    • Handle: RePEc:bcp:journl:v:9:y:2025:i:1:p:4803-4813
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