The Discourse of Sustainability in Indonesian Higher Education Institution: Perspective of Media Rhetoric
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- 10.2991/978-2-38476-303-0_33How to use a DOI?
- Keywords
- Media Rhetoric; Sustainability; Higher Education Institution; Indonesia
- Abstract
This study focuses on how Indonesian Higher Education Institutions communicate and construct the sustainability discourse through their web-based publication. Adopting mixed-methods approach, the research analyzed the rhetorical strategies identified by the Higher Education Institution, focusing on the use of logos (logical), ethos (ethical), and pathos (emotional) style. The results reveal that Indonesian institution predominantly use logical-ethical communication, with 69% of the media content appealing to logos and 20% to ethos. Pathos has less frequent of appearance, with 11% identification. This strategy evoke emotional responses and inspire behavioral change. All of these institutions rely on the scientific evidence and expert opinions to educate the public about sustainability issues. Every institution has different thematic focus and unique concerns related to the Sustainable Development Goals issues, reflecting every unique concerns and areas of expertise. This condition is also contributing to a comprehensive sustainability discourse. This study suggests a balanced rhetorical approach in engaging the public and promoting sustainable practices.
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TY - CONF AU - Aditya Fahmi Nurwahid PY - 2024 DA - 2024/12/11 TI - The Discourse of Sustainability in Indonesian Higher Education Institution: Perspective of Media Rhetoric BT - Proceedings of the 4th International Conference on Social Sciences and Law (ICSSL 2024) PB - Atlantis Press SP - 338 EP - 347 SN - 2352-5398 UR - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-2-38476-303-0_33 DO - 10.2991/978-2-38476-303-0_33 ID - Nurwahid2024 ER -