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198231 https://hdl.handle.net/2286/R.2.N.198231 http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ All Rights Reserved 2024 2026-12-01T11:37:59 457 pages Doctoral Dissertation Academic theses Text eng Azhar, Iqbal Nurul Prior, Matthew T Peterson, Tyler Van Gelderen, Elly Arizona State University Partial requirement for: Ph.D., Arizona State University, 2024 Field of study: English This study examines current language planning issues in Indonesia, focusing on the challenges of developing a standardized writing system for Madurese. Despite ongoing governmental efforts, significant progress toward a stable, widely adopted orthography has been limited. This research seeks to identify root causes and propose solutions for orthographic reform and standardization, drawing on the perceptions and collaborative efforts of Madurese stakeholders. Data were collected from June 29 to September 5, 2023, through a questionnaire comprising 33 questions on various aspects of Madurese orthography. The survey involved 263 participants, including language experts, educators, policymakers, practitioners, and community members. Using Spradley’s Developmental Research Sequence (DRS), the study analyzes cultural factors that shape perceptions of orthographic reform. Findings reveal six primary causes contributing to orthographic debates: phonetic characteristics, influence from Indonesian standards, sentimental associations, political interference, local government reluctance, and underlying prejudices. This study also explores perceptions of the 2011 Orthography, particularly its Carakan Script origins, compatibility with Indonesian standards, economic and streamlined design, clarity, consistency, technological adaptability, inclusivity, and durability. The research highlights the strategic coordination of orthographic reform, underscoring the roles of government bodies, schools, linguists, and community members in promoting effective representation and participation. The study recommends adaptive strategies, such as improved dissemination, media collaboration, and enhanced visibility in digital platforms like Google, to advance the orthographic reform. The implications enrich existing theoretical frameworks, revisit concepts such as Orthographic Dualism and Orthographic Competition, reveal sporadic ad hoc orthographies, propose new evaluation methods, and introduce the Representative, Participative, and Adaptive (RePA) principles within the Octahelix framework. The Octahelix model—a collaborative framework involving eight key actors—supports community-based orthographic reform in Madurese. Practically, the findings provide insights for policymakers, addressing ongoing debates with a multidimensional analysis of stakeholders’ aspirations to reduce tensions surrounding orthographic discussions. The recommendations aim to support a holistic approach for timely and effective orthography implementation, contributing to the preservation and resilience of the Madurese language. Linguistics Linguistics sociolinguistics 1973 and 2011 Madurese Orthographies Language Planning and Policy Octahelix Keyplayers Orthographic Debates Orthography Planning RePA Guiding Principles Investigating the Madurese Orthography Debates: Linguistic Realities and Potential Solutions