Content and Language Integrated Learning-based English Learning Material in Hindu Universities

Abstract

This study aimed to examine the effectiveness of learning materials which was developed based on Content and Language Integrated Learning (CLIL) approach in Hindu universities in Bali, Indonesia. The needs of learning materials in Hindu universities were found in preliminary research. The content was related to the topics of Hindu philosophy which integrate the 4 pillars in CLIL, namely Content, Cognition, Communication and Culture. This research and development study used ADDIE Model and the product was tested on 50 students enrolled in English courses in 5 Hindu Universities in Bali. Data on the product implementation were collected through test, interview, and questionnaires. Experts in material design, English lecturers, and tests on students’ by implementing the product and students’ feedback questionnaires. The result of t-test showed the learning material is effective in increasing student language skills. Students’ responses to learning materials were in the excellent category with result 4.58, and 4.67 were responded by the English lecturers. From this study, it can be concluded that CLIL-based learning material is effective on students’ language skills.