Systematic Literature Review: A Culturally Responsive Teaching Approach in Improving Writing Skills Indri Suwarti (a*), Liliana Muliastuti (b), N. Lia Marliana (b)
a) Faculty of Languages and Arts, Jakarta State University
Jl. Rawamangun Muka Raya 11, Kelurahan Rawamangun, Kecamatan Pulo Gadung, Kota Jakarta Timur, DKI Jakarta, Kode Pos 13220, Indonesia
*indri.suwarti[at]mhs.unj.ac.id
b) Faculty of Languages and Arts, Jakarta State University
Jl. Rawamangun Muka Raya 11, Kelurahan Rawamangun, Kecamatan Pulo Gadung, Kota Jakarta Timur, DKI Jakarta, Kode Pos 13220, Indonesia
Abstract
This study examines the application of the Culturally Responsive Teaching (CRT) approach in writing learning which focuses on improving literacy skills while strengthening students^ cultural awareness. This study is motivated by the needs of 21st century learning that require writing competencies that are reflective, critical, and contextual to cultural diversity. The method used is Systematic Literature Review (SLR) by following the PRISMA stage which consists of identifying, selection, and analysis of twenty-five articles published in 2015-2025 that are relevant to the application of CRT in the context of writing learning. The results of the study show that the CRT approach is effective in three main dimensions, namely cognitive, affective, and sociocultural. In the cognitive dimension, CRT improves writing skills through cultural scaffolding that helps students conceptualize concrete experiences into abstract ideas. In the affective dimension, CRT builds motivation and confidence through the recognition of cultural identity. Meanwhile, in the sociocultural dimension, CRT encourages the ability to think critically about social reality through cultural reflection in texts. Implementation challenges are found in teacher awareness, curriculum flexibility, and education system support, which can be overcome through the strengthening of reflective communities, the integration of CRT in Project-Based Learning, and the use of digital media such as Padlet and e-portfolio. Overall, CRT not only enhances writing competence, but also forms empowered, reflective, and culturally rooted writers.
Keywords: Culturally responsive teaching- Writing learning- Systematic literature review
Topic: AI in Language, Literature and Arts Education
