Warsita Noer Ardiyanti

The strengths and weaknesses of the BIPA curriculum as an Indonesian teaching guideline for foreign speakers: A review of the literature 2018-2023

Introduction

The strengths and weaknesses of the bipa curriculum as an indonesian teaching guideline for foreign speakers: a review of the literature 2018-2023. Literature review (2018-2023) on BIPA curriculum for teaching Indonesian to foreign speakers. Covers strengths (resources, flexibility) & weaknesses (broad content, inclusivity), urging adaptive development.

Abstract

A robust standard in the language teaching process is crucial since this is the primary guidance in the Indonesian language for non-native speakers (BIPA). A systematic literature review of 64 journal articles from 2018 to 2023 reveals comprehensive teaching resources, the flexibility for lecturers to innovate, and incorporating local wisdom in learning materials for students’ cultural immersion, supporting language acquisition. However, weaknesses include overly broad content and insufficient guidance on promoting inclusivity, hindering students' diverse cultural backgrounds. I identified articles matching the selection criteria from titles, aims, methods, to findings. Based on these points, this article highlights more dynamic and adaptive curriculum development needs that respond to global demands. Future studies may focus on developing the curriculum, improving teacher training, and creating inclusive assessments aligned with language proficiency and character development goals to enrich and globalise the BIPA program, supporting the diverse needs of students in an interconnected world.

Review

This literature review, titled "The strengths and weaknesses of the BIPA curriculum as an Indonesian teaching guideline for foreign speakers: A review of the literature 2018-2023," addresses a critical area in language education. By systematically analyzing research published between 2018 and 2023, the paper provides a comprehensive overview of the current BIPA curriculum, emphasizing its role as primary guidance for teaching Indonesian to non-native speakers. The core objective is to identify existing strengths and weaknesses to inform more dynamic and adaptive curriculum development that responds to evolving global demands and student needs. Employing a systematic literature review methodology, the authors meticulously examined 64 journal articles, ensuring selection criteria matched across titles, aims, methods, and findings. The analysis revealed several commendable strengths of the BIPA curriculum, including the availability of comprehensive teaching resources, the flexibility afforded to lecturers for innovation, and the effective incorporation of local wisdom, which supports cultural immersion and language acquisition. However, the review also pinpointed significant weaknesses, such as overly broad content and a notable lack of sufficient guidance on promoting inclusivity, which consequently hinders the effective accommodation of students from diverse cultural backgrounds. The findings of this review clearly highlight the necessity for a more responsive and adaptive BIPA curriculum. The authors strongly advocate for future studies to concentrate on practical applications, including the active development of the curriculum itself, improvements in teacher training programs, and the creation of inclusive assessments. These recommendations are posited as crucial steps to align with language proficiency and character development goals, ultimately enriching and globalizing the BIPA program. This systematic review thus provides valuable insights for stakeholders, underscoring the importance of continuous refinement to support the diverse needs of students in an increasingly interconnected world.

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