Navigating the Integration of Content and Language in Higher Education: Key Considerations for Educators and Policy Makers

Susilawati; Rina Riniawati; Nurhasanah Halim; Retno Dwigustini; Ali Satri Efendi

doi:10.30599/4cqy6g29

Authors

Susilawati Universitas Bina Sarana Informatika https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8759-8129
Rina Riniawati Universitas Bina Sarana Informatika
Nurhasanah Halim Universitas Bina Sarana Informatika https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1352-9216
Retno Dwigustini Universitas Bina Sarana Informatika https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8730-2527
Ali Satri Efendi Politeknik LP3I Jakarta https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5783-954X

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.30599/4cqy6g29

Keywords:

integrating content and language in higher education (ICLHE), content and language integrated learning (CLIL), higher education (HE), systematic literature review (SLR)

Abstract

Integrating Content and Language in Higher Education (ICLHE) has developed rapidly in response to growing industry demand for graduates with both disciplinary knowledge and professional communicative competence. However, the successful implementation of ICLHE requires careful consideration of pedagogical and implementation-related factors. This study explores English-based ICLHE practices and derives key considerations for designing the courses. A systematic literature review (SLR) was applied along with Search, Appraisal, Synthesis, and Analysis (SALSA) design, involving 12 articles from the Scopus database. The findings demonstrate the current practices in English-based ICLHE courses, including the integration of cultural and intercultural dimensions, collaborative lesson planning and team teaching, instructional scaffolding, modelling, and task-based learning, supportive and flexible learning environments, lecturer professional development and well-being, and integrated language support within content instruction. From these practices, considerations emerge for educators and policymakers, focusing on culture, collaboration, pedagogy, and professional growth as essential components of effective implementation.

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