A COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT “LEARN BEYOND LIMITS: AN INITIATIVE TO ENHANCE THE WILLINGNESS OF THE CHILDREN AT THE 03 WANAJAYA STATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AND BUNGA BANGSA LEARNING CENTER, CILELE TO LEARN ENGLISH”

Abstract

Language teaching is a dynamic and evolving field that plays a crucial role in communication, cultural exchange, and personal development. However, several regions, especially in developing countries such as Indonesia, need more access to teaching languages, especially English, where many Children need help accessing English education adequately. Children in remote areas often exhibit rich linguistic diversity, with communities speaking local languages. However, mainstream educational approaches predominantly focus on widely spoken languages, leading to the marginalization of local languages. This marginalization contributes to a disconnect between the curriculum and the linguistic context of the learners, hindering effective communication and understanding in the educational setting. By conducting the "Learn Beyond Limits" project, we aim to overcome the educational gap by providing a comprehensive English teaching program for students in remote areas and implementing specific methods to increase the students' willingness to learn English in Dusun Cilele, West Teluk Jambe District, West Karawang Regency. In line with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) number 4, which supports inclusive and quality education for all, this project explores innovative strategies to enhance language teaching in such contexts by conducting an English teaching program that is expected to become the beginning of a sustainable contribution to the improvement of English language skills and interests of the students at Dusun Cilele.