Integrating the Palembang Baso Dialect Into Bipa Level 1 Syllabus: Advancing the SDGs for Quality Education as Preservation of Local Culture

Objective: This study is to integrate phonetic transcription of the ‘Baso Palembang Sari-Sari’ dialect into the Indonesian Language for Foreign Speakers (BIPA) learning at Level 1. Theoretical Framework: This research combines the concepts of phonology and phonetic transcription, which studies language sounds and their representation through International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) symbols, to support the learning of Indonesian for Foreign Speakers (BIPA), with a focus on the integration of regional languages ​​such as Baso Palembang sari-sari to improve pronunciation accuracy, cultural understanding, communication, and preservation of regional languages ​​in Indonesia. Method: A qualitative method to describe the phonetic transcription of the Baso Palembang Sari-Sari vocabulary. Data were collected through recordings of conversations between students and native speakers, as well as other supporting documents such as dictionaries. The data analysis technique involved phonetic transcription using phonetic symbols and presenting the data in tabular form. Results and Discussion: The phonetic transcription of 'Baso Palembang Sari-Sari' vocabulary could be categorized into various Level 1 BIPA competency standards, such as everyday speech acts, self-introductions and introductions of others, family member names, and information related to time and location. Research Implications: The integration of phonetic transcription can enrich BIPA learning materials, helping foreign students better understand and communicate within the local context in Indonesia. Originality/Value: This research offers a new approach to BIPA teaching by incorporating elements of regional languages, which has the potential to enhance students' understanding of linguistic and cultural diversity in Indonesia, as well as their ability to communicate with local communities.