What’s included in Pondok Bahasa content?
Pondok Bahasa delivers a complete Indonesian language program tailored to the Australian Curriculum. The program includes:
- Video Lessons: Teaching key language concepts through real-world scenarios.
- Practice Videos: Reinforcing learning with interactive guided activities.
- Student Activities: Linked to Practice Videos, reinforcing concepts from Video Lessons.
- Independent Activities: Providing structured and creative tasks for independent skill mastery.
Does Pondok Bahasa meet privacy and compliance requirements across Australian states and territories?
Yes, Pondok Bahasa has been carefully designed by Australian and Indonesian educators with a deep understanding of the educational landscapes across all Australian states and territories. This includes awareness of varying privacy and operational requirements in both public and private school systems.
The platform adheres to the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) under the Privacy Act 1988 and ensures that all data, including student information, is stored securely on Australian servers. While schools and institutions are ultimately responsible for ensuring that any resources they adopt align with their internal policies, Pondok Bahasa’s framework has been informed by current best practices across the nation.
For educators or administrators seeking further information, our team can provide additional details or assist with any queries regarding compliance.
How does the $15 per term cost compare to traditional textbook resources like Kenalilah, Saling Silang, and Bima?
Pondok Bahasa is competitively priced compared to traditional resources:
- Kenalilah: Textbook ($77 for two years) averages $9.63 per term, with the workbook ($30-$40 per year) adding $7.50-$10 per term, totalling $17.13-$19.63 per term. First published in 2002.
- Saling Silang: Priced at $60-$70 per year, averaging $15-$18 per term. First published in 2012.
- Bima: Typically ranges from $70-$80 per year for the student book and workbook, averaging $17.50-$20 per term. First published in 2018.
At $15 per term, Pondok Bahasa provides access to regularly updated, interactive video lessons and authentic cultural content, integrating seamlessly with the Australian Curriculum.
Can teachers request that Pondok Bahasa be added to their school’s booklist?
Yes! If your school has a limited budget for subscriptions, a great strategy is to include Pondok Bahasa in the school’s booklist, allowing families to cover the $15 per term per student cost, similar to how textbooks and workbooks are typically purchased.
To propose this:
- Highlight the subscription cost as competitive with traditional textbooks while offering access to modern, interactive, and Australian Curriculum-aligned content.
- Explain that Pondok Bahasa replaces multiple resources with a single subscription, simplifying resource needs for the course.
- Emphasise that Pondok Bahasa is fully compliant with Australian Privacy Principles (APPs). All student data is securely stored on Australian servers, meeting stringent privacy and security standards for minors in schools.
This approach allows schools to adopt a modern solution without exceeding tight budgets.
How is student progress tracked?
The Canvas LMS provides tools for tracking student engagement, activity completion, and performance on assessments. Teachers can access these insights to monitor both individual and group progress.
How do I get support if I encounter issues?
Pondok Bahasa provides:
- Email support via its website for all subscription types.
- Additional WhatsApp and email support details available within each course.
How does Pondok Bahasa pricing compare to traditional textbook resources?
Pondok Bahasa is competitively priced compared to traditional print-based resources, while offering far greater flexibility through its cinematic video lessons, interactive activities, and full Australian Curriculum alignment.
Traditional resources (examples):
- Textbook example 1 (2002): $77 for two years, plus workbook ($30–$40 per year) — averaging $17–$20 per term.
- Textbook example 2 (2012): Around $60–$70 per year, averaging $15–$18 per term.
- Textbook example 3 (2018): Typically $70–$80 per year, averaging $17.50–$20 per term.
Pondok Bahasa:
- Student Access Licence – $15 per student, per term
Each student receives their own login, allowing access to all lessons both in class and at home, supporting flexible and independent learning.
- Teacher Access Licence – $125 per course, per term
Designed for teacher-led classroom delivery, with full access to lesson materials, videos, and supporting resources. Student logins are not included.
At these rates, Pondok Bahasa provides an engaging, culturally rich, and interactive learning experience — at a cost comparable to, or lower than, traditional textbook-and-workbook combinations.
Can teachers request that Pondok Bahasa be added to their school’s booklist?
Yes. If your school has a limited budget for subscriptions, a practical option is to include Pondok Bahasa on the school’s booklist, allowing families to cover the $15 per student per course cost — similar to how textbooks or workbooks are traditionally purchased.
When proposing this:
- Highlight that Pondok Bahasa replaces multiple print resources with a single, all-in-one subscription
- Emphasise its interactive, curriculum-aligned design for Australian classrooms
- Reassure that it fully complies with the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs), with all student data securely stored on Australian servers.
This model allows schools to modernise Indonesian programs without increasing costs, providing both teachers and students with engaging, contemporary learning experiences.