Foreign Speakers Research Articles

Web-Based Design of BIPA Placement Test Instrument for Foreign Speakers

This study aimed to develop a web-based Indonesian-language placement test instrument for foreign speakers, commonly called BIPA (Bahasa Indonesia bagi Penutur Asing). The research method involved design-based research (DBR) with test instrument development procedures developed by the Association of Language Testers in Europe. The results show that 89% of respondents strongly agreed that the development of a BIPA placement test instrument was very much needed in BIPA learning. To triangulate the data from the interviews and questionnaire, a bibliometric analysis was performed. From the results of the bibliometric analysis, 117 studies were found on foreign-language placement tests in the 2012–2022 range and there was no research on the development of BIPA placement test instruments. The BIPA placement test is designed to measure the level of Indonesian-language skills of foreign speakers, which include listening, reading, writing, and speaking skills. This test can be used by teachers/institutions to determine the level of Indonesian-language skills of foreign speakers, starting from levels A 1, A-2, and B-1. This test is also useful for authorized institutions to provide Indonesian-language certification to foreign speakers who need it. Further research can be done with the development of BIPA test instruments for intermediate and advanced levels.

The Implementation of a Module “Sahabatku Indonesia” in Favorite Song Units on the Speaking Skills of BIPA Students

Indonesian for Foreign Speakers (BIPA) is an Indonesian language teaching program whose teaching subjects are foreign speakers. The BIPA learning process certainly requires an appropriate and interesting curriculum, teaching materials, and learning methods for the success of foreign speakers in achieving learning goals. The research objective was to find out and describe the effect of the Indonesian best friend module in favorite song units on speaking skills at BIPA level 7. The research method used by researchers is descriptive qualitative. Researchers will describe a data analysis with the method used is descriptive. The data collection technique used is the form of collecting data by observing students. The results of observations on the material in the Indonesian best friend module activities are designed according to level, one of which is the advanced level for students who can already speak Indonesian, namely using the best friend Indonesia BIPA level 7 module which includes the favorite song units. In this study, the researcher refers to SKL (Graduation Competency Standards) at BIPA Level 7 through a Module that focuses on aspects of speaking skills in BIPA learners. The results of this research make students interested in the learning provided by the teacher in using the best friend module Indonesia BIPA level 7 favorite song unit and students prefer speaking skills because learning through speaking skills makes students more active, it is very fun to sing together the same as the title of the song "Laskar Pelangi" by Nidji and understand every meaning and vocabulary in the lyrics of the song.

Exploring mistake of language discourse that arises when learners of Indonesian for Foreign Speakers (BIPA) Fatoni University

The purpose of this study is to describe the causes and forms of language errors at the phonological level of BIPA students. This type of research is qualitative research. The method used in this research is descriptive analysis method. The data taken in this study is a form of language error at the phonological level in the form of words spoken by BIPA 1-2 students at Fatoni University Thailand. So. Meanwhile, the data sources in this study were BIPA 1-2 students at Fatoni University, totaling 8 people. The instruments in this study were researchers using laptops and zoom applications and assisted with data inventory formats. Data collection techniques are carried out by observation assisted by recording techniques, observing techniques and note-taking techniques. The technique used in checking the validity of the data in this study is the triangulation technique. The results of data analysis can be concluded several things. First, the forms of language errors found by BIPA students at Fatoni University Thailand at the phonological level are, a) phoneme change errors. b) phoneme omission errors, and c) phoneme additions. Second, the factors causing BIPA students to experience language errors in speaking skills are influenced by factors, first, namely factors influenced by the language they master first. Second, the lack of understanding of the language users of the language they use, many do not understand good and correct Indonesian, both in meaning and in pronunciation or pronunciation.

Pengenalan BIPA melalui Materi, Strategi dan Teknik dalam Pengajaran di Kabupaten Aceh Barat, Provinsi Aceh

Introduction to Indonesian Language for Foreign Speakers (ILFS) through materials, strategies and techniques in teaching is a Community Service Activities (CSA) which was aimed to provide training and introduction to ILFS in West Aceh District, Aceh Province. This activity was carried out on 23 to 25 May, 2022 with the theme “Technical Guidance and Introduction the Basics of ILFS Teaching for Lecturers, Teacher Candidates, and ILFS Activists”. For the theme “Materials, Strategies and Techniques in Teaching ILFS” delivered by Jamaluddin Nasution was held on 24 May 2022 from 08.00 A.M. – 5.00 P.M. The ILFS teaching materials provided were: 1) opening class; 2) compiling syllabus and lesson plans; 3) culture and tourism in teaching ILFS; 4) choosing the appropriate material; and 5) game materials in teaching. This Community Service Activity was also carried out by donating a book from the author entitled “Culture Shock in Uzbekistan” to the Language Center of Teuku Umar University West Aceh Regency. In this case, ILFS teaching can be used as a medium and a means of linguistic diplomacy to introduce Indonesia to foreign countries. Therefore, ILFS needs introducing to the community, especially lecturers, teachers and ILFS activists. This activity aimed to encourage them to actively participate in teaching ILFS both at domestic and abroad. Thus, ILFS can be used as a medium and a means of diplomacy that helps the Indonesian government to introduce Indonesian language and culture to the international world.

Improving Arabic Language Skills by Integrating the Durusul Lugah Al-'Arabia and Silsilah Al-Azhar As-Syarif Textbooks for PPDU Malang Students

Arabic learning for foreign speakers is not the same as for native speakers. Therefore, innovation is needed, including integrating teaching materials. This study aims to uncover the integration model of Arabic textbooks by describing the forms, influencing factors, and implications that have arisen from the development of Arabic. This research approach is qualitative with the type of case study. Data mining is carried out using observation, interviews, and documentation. The data analysis method is discriminatory-qualitative. The results of this study show that (1) the form of textbook integration is carried out by combining two textbooks, selecting the appropriate theme, and evaluating separately (2) Supporting factors are competent teachers, dormitories, language coaching, and the use of Arabic. Meanwhile, the inhibiting factors are the diversity of students' abilities, dense activities, and lack of examples. Finally, (3) the impact caused is the realization of the environment, increasing abilities, and being able to make students happy to learn Arabic. Therefore, this study concludes that language learning innovation can be carried out by integrating textbooks from various relevant sources per the objectives.

Neighbourhood Ethnic Density, Local Language Skills, and Loneliness among Older Migrants-A Population-Based Study on Russian Speakers in Finland.

So far, little attention has been paid to contextual factors shaping loneliness and their interaction with individual characteristics. Moreover, the few existing studies have not included older migrants, identified as a group who are vulnerable to loneliness. This study examined the association between neighbourhood ethnic density (the proportion of own-group residents and the proportion of other ethnic residents in an area) and loneliness among older migrants. Furthermore, we investigated whether local language skills moderated this association. A population-based representative survey (The CHARM study, n = 1082, 57% men, mean age 63.2 years) and postal code area statistics were used to study Russian-speaking migrants aged 50 or older in Finland. The study design and data are hierarchical, with individuals nested in postcode areas. We accounted for this by estimating corresponding mixed models. We used a linear outcome specification and conducted logistic and ordinal robustness checks. After controlling for covariates, we found that ethnic density variables (measured as the proportion of Russian speakers and the proportion of other foreign speakers) were not associated with loneliness. Our interaction results showed that increased own-group ethnic density was associated with a higher level of loneliness among those with good local language skills but not among those with weaker skills. Good local language skills may indicate a stronger orientation towards the mainstream destination society and living in a neighbourhood with a higher concentration of own-language speakers may feel alienating for those who wish to be more included in mainstream society.

Enhancing EFL learners’ intercultural communicative effectiveness through telecollaboration with native and non-native speakers of English

Intercultural communicative competence (ICC) has recently attracted the researchers’ attention in the English as a foreign language (EFL) context; however, insufficient studies seem to have examined the role of online programmes in enhancing EFL learners’ ICC. The current study, therefore, employed a mixed-methods approach to explore EFL learners’ intercultural communicative effectiveness (ICE), a subcomponent of ICC, through telecollaborative language learning. Two intact classes, studying at a language institute, were selected as the participants of the study and were randomly assigned to an experimental group (henceforth referred to as the telecollaborative group) with 22 learners and a control group (henceforth referred to as the face-to-face group) with 20 learners. The learners in the telecollaborative group communicated with both native and non-native speakers of English by the means of online a/synchronous communication via Tandem, a language learning application, whilst the learners in the face-to-face group were taught intercultural issues during class time. The required quantitative and qualitative data were collected through an intercultural communication effectiveness scale and an individual semi-structured interview. One-way ANCOVA, applied to analyse the quantitative data, demonstrated that the EFL learners’ ICE and its six subscales of behavioural flexibility, interaction relaxation, interactant respect, message skills, identity maintenance, and interaction management were developed in both groups after sharing intercultural background with foreign speakers of English worldwide and with their classmates during class time. Thematic analysis, utilised to analyse the qualitative data, uncovered some themes and categories indicating the learners’ positive attitudes and perceptions towards the telecollaborative language learning activities. Practical implications are discussed next.

МЕДИАФОРМАТЫ НА СОВРЕМЕННОМ ЭТАПЕ ПРЕПОДАВАНИЯ РКИ

The article is about using media formats in the teaching of Russian as a foreign language (hereinafter RFL). New digital media have now become an integral part of our lives, including actively penetrating the field of education. Working with new digital formats both receptive and productive types of speech are activated in the complex. It allows studying the most effective methodological techniques for working with new formats in teaching foreign speakers, as well as those formats specifics. That makes the present work relevant and promising. The article attempts to show the main media formats used in teaching RFL, depending on the selected information channels: training podcasts, infographics and videos. The paper also contains data from a survey among foreign students on the use of educational video materials. The survey revealed increased student’s interest in incorporating new media formats into traditional classes. Special attention is paid to the video scribe format, which best combines different modes of information transmission. The results indicate the great methodological potential of media formats in RFL.

When voice signals nationality and sexual orientation: Speakers’ self-perceptions and perceived stigmatization

Research has shown that individuals speaking low-prestige language varieties are often negatively evaluated and stigmatized by others. However, less is known about how speakers of such language varieties perceive their own speech. Here, we examined self-perceptions and perceived stigma of speakers who belong to multiple social categories signaled by auditory cues. Specifically, we examined beliefs of sexual minority and heterosexual male speakers who were either British nationals (native English speakers) or foreigners living in the UK (non-native English speakers). British speakers believed their voices cue their nationality more than foreigners. Heterosexuals believed their voices reveal their sexual orientation, but only when they self-perceived as sounding masculine. Sexual minority and foreign speakers felt more stigmatized because of the way they sound than did heterosexual and British speakers, respectively. These findings have implications for intergroup communication and voice-based stigmatization literature.

Модерен инструмент за игрово изучаване на английски думи

The current paper presents a novel technique for teaching English words via game-based methods. In addition, based on that technique, an educational software model that motivates students to memorize tricky words in English was developed. The developed game has interactive elements and can be played with hands, feet and other small objects. It is particularly useful for educational institutions that teach English as a second language to foreign speakers. For this research, a list of tricky words was compiled by conducting a survey amongst English teachers in Bulgaria. That list is later integrated into the game-based software. Finally, the results are summarized and conclusions are drawn.

The Developing of Indonesian Teaching Materials For Foreign Speakers by Using Canva Media

This article is a development study that relies on some of the acquired literacy described. Using a qualitative descriptive approach. This discussion is about using the canva application as the Indonesian teaching media for foreign speakers. The learning media is indispensable to a teacher in sustaining and supporting teaching in education. The media is the tool teachers use in teaching, in addition to the use of books or methods of speaking, teachers are expected to have different learning mediums and adapt the materials and conditions to each student. At the present time, technological growth is accelerating, everyone is expected to understand the technology to support all activities it provides, as well as within the realm of education. Teachers and learners can utilize technology-based learning media one of them is a canva application. Canva is an online app that provides an intriguing design of the template, the features, and the categories given therein. With varied, intriguing designs, making the learning process is less boring. Using a canva application, learners can be easier to understand the material because it is presented with as attractive and easy-to-understand pictures or videos, to train both teacher and learner creativity, and skills to be acquired for learners so that this medium can also be used in the various spheres of life.

Conception of creativity-based method of foreign language communication learning in agrarian university

This article is devoted to the analyses and the creation of creativity-based method of foreign speech in non-linguistic university of agrarian training area. The aim of the given article is to create the more effective way of learning foreign speech in agrarian university which includes creative thinking usage. The author of the article gives the detailed analyses of foreign speech learning process issues in non-linguistic agrarian university. The author of the article developed the training curriculum of creativity-based method of foreign speech learning process in agrarian university. The methodical algorithm, developed by the author of the article, gives the detailed analysis of creative thinking implementation in practice for future agricultural specialists. Creativity-based exercises’ system, developed by the author of the article, includes creativity-based drills and creativity-based communicative tasks which provide parallel development both creative thinking and foreign speech skills of agrarian training area, necessary for communication for special purposes in agrarian universities. The article describes different modern viewpoints and concept variants of creative thinking implementation in learning process by different leading specialists in creative thinking methodology. The given article represents the better variant of foreign speaking learning technique in non-linguistic agrarian university based on consideration of creative thinking as foreign language learning terminology category and its introduction to foreign language learning process in non-linguistic agrarian training area.

Media Pembelajaran Bahasa Arab Berbasis E-Learning

The e-Learning medium is a learning process in which the learning participants are separated from the teacher. There is also the use of electronic technology as a learning medium. The Arabic Online Program is an e-Learning-based Arabic language learning media for foreign speakers. Saudi Electronic University initiated this virtual Arabic learning program. Arabic-Online will enable non-native Arabic speakers to learn the language of the world. This website will also provide learning Arabic as a communication tool, which will include vocabulary as well as language skills.

The User-Friendliness and Effectiveness of the Interactive E-Book "Learn Malay With Rene" for Adult Foreign Speakers

The rise of e-books has been adopted in the education system around the world due to its positive impact on the learning environment, including language learning. However, previous research has shown that the use of interactive e-books in learning Malay in Malaysia is still not encouraging. The purpose of this study is to investigate the user-friendliness and effectiveness of self-learning Malay among adult foreign speakers. This study used mixed mode research and the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM) as a quantitative framework. The research material chosen is an interactive e-book titled "Learn Malay With Rene," which was written and developed by the researcher with the participation of 18 adult foreign speakers and expatriates from Iskandar Puteri, Johor Bahru. The study's findings show that adult foreign speakers positively perceived e-book designs with interactive elements and multimedia features that are user-friendly and simple to use. Meanwhile, respondents were optimistic about interactive e-books as a self-learning Malay language tool. The study can be used as a reference for designers when creating materials for interactive e-books for learning Malay. Adult foreign speakers clearly enjoyed the audio-visual learning material and appreciated the interactive links in the e-book that included graphics, music, videos, games, and quizzes. As a result, it is possible to conclude that interactive e-books should be expanded in all fields, particularly in teaching and learning Malay.

PERAN BIPA DALAM MEMPERKENALKAN BUDAYA INDONESIA

The function of the Indonesian language is as a symbol of national pride, national identity, as a means of communication between citizens, regions and cultures, as well as a means of unifying tribes, cultures, and languages. There are several efforts made by the Indonesian government in internationalizing the Indonesian language, including: developing the Indonesian language both at home and abroad and protecting the Indonesian language through several journals that are recognized by the Indonesian government. BIPA is Indonesian language learning whose subjects are foreign speakers. BIPA is seen more as a learning factor. The author uses qualitative research methods with object observation models. Data collection techniques are carried out by emphasizing the meaning of generalization. By watching Youtube shows that contain elements of Indonesian culture, several YouTube channels show learning videos that introduce Indonesian culture, be it dance, batik cloth, to pencak silat and an introduction to culture in/in Indonesia. Keywords: BIPA, Culture, Indonesia

Teaching Sound of Arabic and Its Implementation in Maharah Kalam

Teaching sounds cannot be removed from second language learning. Learning sounds are very important because the original speaker will not understand what is said by foreign speakers if the sound of the language is not right so this paper aims to increase the treasures of the importance of teaching language sounds and their implementation in the kalam kalah. This research is a research library research with a descriptive qualitative approach. Primary data is taken from books and journals about Aswat Science As for secondary data obtained by researchers from sources that support this study, analyzed based on content analysis techniques. The result is to teach the sound of language it is necessary to do continuous practice can be said well starting from the sound of phonemes, syllables, words, and sentences. Teaching the sound of the language can be implemented directly in the learning of Maharah Kalam with the teacher as the main figure who gives an example and then the student imitates it. From imitating and repeating this they will get used to and understand the patterns in the sound.

The Challenges and Opportunities in Opening Indonesian Language Education Study Program at UIN Antasari Banjarmasin

Indonesian is well-known, and it is taught at institutions across the world, including Australia. This study aims at describing prospective students, teachers, lecturers,' practitioners, and the general public's reactions to the Indonesian Language Education Study Program at the Faculty of Tarbiyah and Teacher Training of UIN Antasari Banjarmasin and identified data will be described as findings and discussed using Morrison's theory of needs analysis profile for the program readiness. A survey is used in this investigation. The questionnaires and interviews in this research were both open-ended. The technique used is a questionnaire technique using Google Forms by distributing questionnaires directly to respondents, namely 173 prospective students were class XII high school students, 24 were Indonesian language teachers, and 104 were education practitioners, lecturers, supervisors, and members of the community from several districts and cities in South Kalimantan. The plan to launch the Indonesian Language Education Study Program at UIN Antasari Banjarmasin received a positive reaction from many stakeholders and will be implemented immediately. Graduates of this degree may become professional educators with Islamic perspectives and Indonesian language teachers for international and national schools, as well as Indonesian for foreign speakers with distinctive qualities. Before a new study program starts, educators, teaching staff, and infrastructure must all be carefully prepared, as must the program's documentation. Therefore, the result of this study is expected to be the consideration by the university for opening the Indonesian Language Education Study Program at UIN Antasari Banjarmasin.

Taḥlil Akhto’ Nuṭq al-Salâm li Tullâb al-Madrasah al-Dîniyyah wa Tanfîżihi fî Ta’lîm al—Lugah al-Arabiyyah

Purpose- This study aims to analyze the errors in pronunciation of Arabic greetings (salam) to students of Madrasah Diniyyah Assalam Tegalombo Class VI and find out the implementation in Arabic learning. Design/Methodology/Approach- This study used a descriptive qualitative method using a contrastive analysis approach. The validity of the data was tested by using triangulation technique. The data were obtained through field research. Findings- Based on the results of the research on errors in pronunciation of Arabic greetings to Class VI students of Madrasah Diniyyah Al-Quran (MDA) Assalam Tegalombo consisting of 16 students, it was found 7 forms of pronunciation that were not in accordance with the original phonology of salam, example Assalamualaikum, Salamualaikum, Slamualaikum, Slamlékum, Saamlékum, Samlékum, and Smléikum. Of the 7 forms of pronunciation errors, there are 4 types of phonological errors, namely 1) Pronouncing "ع" to "أ" because the mother tongue does not have these consonants. 2) Pronouncing the wrong word structure because of al-akhtho 'al-syâi'ah. 3) The sound /ai/ becomes /é/ due to socio-cultural factors. 4) Do not extend consonant lam because the mother tongue does not have mad. The implementation is that in the future Arabic language teachers for foreign speakers can put more emphasis on the phonological aspect. Because in Arabic, different pronunciations and pronunciations will produce different meanings. Research Limitation/Implications- The limitations of the problem in this study focused on the pronunciation of the greetings of students at Madrasah Diniyyah Al-Quran (MDA) Assalam Tegalombo class VI. However, this study has not examined further about the mispronunciation of the greeting answers.

Self Efficacy of Indonesian English Foreign Language Learners in Speaking English

Self-efficacy is the condition of someone's capability to complete a task in a significant manner that impacts the development of human achievement, especially for students who are learning a foreign-speaking language system. It is one of the vital aspects of improving language learning. Thus, it is a crucial factor in building self-confidence in spoken English. Furthermore, this study is intended to analyze the Indonesian English Foreign Language Learner (EFL) in speaking English. The method used in this study is a literature review to reveal the impact of self-efficacy on Indonesian English Foreign Speakers. The data were collected by analyzing the journal, sources, and articles of Indonesian scholars conducting similar research. The widespread self-efficacy influence displayed in the form of the investigation, the numbers of Indonesian students participation, and the result of achievements changed among the high and low-efficacy of Indonesian English Foreign Language Learner (EFL) in speaking English within the study.

Bahasa Indonesia bagi Penutur Asing (BIPA): Masalah Kefasihan, Kebakuan, Rujukan Belajar, dan Kesusastraan

Bahasa Indonesia is one of the languages with the most speakers in the world. However, Bahasa Indonesia still needs to be campaigned to become one of the most important languages in the international arena. This is the context of why the BIPA or Indonesian Language for Foreign Speakers program was born. It has been going on for a long time, the BIPA program continues to experience improvements. This article aims to provide some input in to improving Indonesian language learning through the BIPA program. Observation, survey, and interview through informal conversations were used in conducting qualitative investigations to describe BIPA learning related to fluency, standard language, learning tool or reference, and literature . These were conducted from around February to early August 2022. Th is research show s that active class participation and learning consistency of BIPA students have a major impact on the progression speed of Indonesian language mastery. This study also shows that the misuse of Google Translate has caused a negative impact on BIPA students and the urgency of using local folklore materials in BIPA learning in Indonesia.