Congratulations to Zulfikri Malik (2023 Cohort) on Successfully Defending His Master’s Thesis at UNESA

On October 2, 2025, Zulfikri Malik, a graduate student from the 2023 cohort of the Master’s Program in English Language Education at Universitas Negeri Surabaya (UNESA), successfully defended his master’s thesis. His research explored how English teachers at Islamic junior high schools adapt their teaching techniques and media to address the varied needs of their students. The study sheds light on practical approaches to differentiated instruction in real classroom settings.

Zulfikri presented his findings with confidence and clarity before a panel of examiners. He demonstrated a solid understanding of the theoretical background and effectively connected it with field data. His thoughtful responses to critical questions reflected strong analytical and reflective skills, qualities essential for both educators and researchers.

Congratulations to Zulfikri Malik on this important academic achievement. His success is a reflection of his hard work, dedication, and commitment to advancing the quality of English language education in Indonesia.