Monday, 03 February 2025
On February 3, 2025, Bali Business School proudly hosted an Introduction for BIPA (Bahasa Indonesia for Foreigners) class, marking a significant step in promoting the Indonesian language to international learners. The class was led by Evirius Ndruru, S.Pd., M.Hum., an expert in language teaching with extensive experience in helping non-native speakers grasp Bahasa Indonesia effectively. This session was specifically designed for Korean senior students who were eager to explore the basics of the Indonesian language, particularly in the context of daily communication. The session began with an engaging introduction to the fundamental aspects of Bahasa Indonesia, including pronunciation, essential vocabulary, and simple sentence structures. Through interactive teaching methods such as word association games, guided repetition exercises, and conversational role-plays, the students actively participated and showed great enthusiasm in practicing the new language. The instructor ensured that the learning environment was both enjoyable and conducive, allowing the students to feel comfortable while absorbing the material.
The outcome of the Introduction to BIPA class was overwhelmingly positive, as the Korean senior students demonstrated strong interest and enthusiasm throughout the session. Many of them expressed their excitement about continuing their studies, recognizing the importance of learning Bahasa Indonesia for effective communication during their stay in Indonesia. By the end of the class, the students were able to recall and use some essential Indonesian vocabulary, which marked a promising start to their language-learning journey. Their ability to remember basic Indonesian words and phrases after just one session highlighted the effectiveness of the interactive approach used by the instructor. The success of this introductory class not only underscores the increasing demand for BIPA programs among international students but also reinforces Bali Business School’s commitment to providing high-quality language education. The school plans to organize more BIPA classes in the future, catering to different levels of proficiency and helping foreigners integrate better into Indonesian society. This initiative also serves as a bridge for cultural exchange, strengthening the relationship between Indonesian educators and international learners who seek to understand the language and culture of Indonesia more deeply.
