Medan, Indonesia – July 11, 2025 — The Master’s Program in English Education (Magister Tadris Bahasa Inggris), Faculty of Tarbiyah and Teacher Training, UIN Sumatera Utara, proudly shares a remarkable achievement: Maslathif Dwi Purnomo, Ph.D, Head of the Program, has been invited as a distinguished speaker in the International Visiting Lecturer Program hosted by the Centre of Pedagogical Research and Innovation (CPRI), Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI), Malaysia.
The lecture, held on Friday, July 11, 2025, from 8.30 to 10.00 PM (Malaysian Time) via Google Meet Conference, brought together postgraduate students from UPSI’s Master’s Program in Teaching English as a Second Language.
In his presentation titled:
Communicative Modes in the Genre of Social Interaction: A Multimodal Discourse Analysis
Participants and speaker during the International Visiting Lecturer Program
Maslathif explored how communication unfolds through multiple modes: verbal, non-verbal, and visual, shaping the dynamics of social interaction. His insightful analysis encouraged students to think critically about language in real-life contexts, highlighting the power of discourse in shaping meaning.
The session was interactive, with students actively engaging in discussions and raising thought-provoking questions. The atmosphere reflected not only academic rigor but also a genuine enthusiasm for cross-cultural dialogue.
Maslathif expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to share knowledge internationally, stating:
“It was an enriching experience to connect with students and colleagues at UPSI. Academic exchanges like this remind us that learning is a global journey, one that bridges cultures and ideas while strengthening our collective understanding of education and language.”
Participants also shared positive feedback, noting that the lecture offered fresh perspectives on discourse analysis and inspired them to explore new approaches in English language teaching and research.
This program marks another important milestone for UIN Sumatera Utara in strengthening its presence on the global academic stage. By actively contributing to international academic forums, the Magister Tadris Bahasa Inggris program reaffirms its commitment to preparing graduates and educators who are globally connected, academically competitive, and pedagogically innovative.
The event also opens the door for further collaborations between UIN Sumatera Utara and Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris, fostering sustainable academic partnerships that benefit both institutions and their communities.
With this achievement, the Magister Tadris Bahasa Inggris program celebrates a proud moment and looks forward to more opportunities that highlight its dedication to knowledge sharing, academic excellence, and international engagement.
