Subhan Zein, Fuad Abdul Hamied
Indonesia, the world’s largest archipelago, spans 17,504 islands and is rich in linguistic, cultural, and religious diversity. With 282.48 million people, it is the fourth most populous nation. English plasy a significant role in education and globalization, fostering debates on linguistic identity and pedagogies. Despite growing research interest, comprehensive resources on English education remain scarce. This Handbook offers a comprehensive exploration of English language education in Indonesia, covering history, policy, curriculum, pedagogy, and new approaches. Authored by distinguished scholars, it provides multidimensional insights, catering to academics, researchers, teachers, students, and teacher educators. Its rigorous analyses enrich professional practices, inform research, and enhance policymaking, making it an indispensable resource for understanding and advancing English education in the nation. It advocates for adopting English as a Lingua Franca (ELF) and addressing native-speakerism norms. Curriculum and materials development emphasize multilingualism, critical literacy, and culturally responsive pedagogy. Assessment innovations include portfolio-based approaches and formative practices. Pedagogical chapters highlight skill integration, learner autonomy, and translanguaging. Teacher education emphasizes pluricentric English, multimodality, and global collaborations, underscoring the need for standardized competencies and inclusive frameworks in a dynamic multilingual context. © 2026 selection and editorial matter, Subhan Zein and Fuad Abdul Hamied; individual chapters, the contributors.
Sunway University, Malaysia; Centre for Higher Education Research, Malaysia; Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia (UPI), Indonesia; Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia (UPI), Indonesia; AsTEN (ASEAN entity) Teacher Education Quality Assurance Agency, United States
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