UNIDA Gontor – The Directorate of Language Development at UNIDA Gontor recently hosted a study visit from the Center for International Language and Cultural Studies (CILACS) of UII Yogyakarta. Held on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, at the Language Development Office, the visit aimed to foster knowledge exchange on language courses and testing systems.
Dr. Ahmad Saifullah, Director of Language Development at UNIDA Gontor, led the welcoming session, joined by Deputy Director Dr. Muhammad Ismail, Head of Arabic Language Learning Al-Ustadz Alfi Mamduh, M.Pd., Head of English Learning Al-Ustadzah Eka Indah Nuraini, M.Pd., and the full Directorate staff.
Mrs. Ratna Roostika, SE, MAC, Ph.D., leader of the CILACS UII delegation, expressed gratitude for the collaborative visit focused on enhancing language education and testing, underscoring the shared mission of both institutions.
Dr. Saifullah appreciated CILACS UII’s trust, noting that the session prioritized open dialogue over formal presentations, cultivating a collaborative atmosphere. Both teams engaged in detailed discussions, covering topics from the theoretical underpinnings to practical applications of language testing, with a mutual hope for future cooperation.