The Curriculum and Material Development (CurMatDev) research group, consisting of Ika Fitriani, S.Pd., M.Pd., Drs. Bambang Suharjito, M.A., Dra. Made Adi Andayani T., M.Ed., Meitia Ekatina, S.Pd., M.Ed., Emilda Oktaviyani, S.S., M.Pd., and Getari Adyagarini, S. Pd. M.Pd., actively explores curriculum and material development in English language education in Indonesia. Their research focuses on integrating local content and culture into the curriculum to enhance learning relevance and analyzing the impact of curriculum reforms, such as the 2013 Curriculum and the Merdeka Curriculum, on teaching practices.

Additionally, they investigate the development of digital and multimedia resources for teaching materials, the creation of competency-based curricula tailored to workforce demands, and the design of effective tools and methods for assessing student learning outcomes. Through this comprehensive research, CurMatDev contributes to ensuring that English language curricula and learning materials are not only relevant and effective but also aligned with the evolving needs of education in Indonesia.

CurMatDev focuses on the following areas:

1. Integration of Local Content and Culture into the Curriculum – Exploring ways to incorporate Indonesian cultural elements to enhance the relevance of the curriculum.

2. Impact of Curriculum Reforms on Teaching Practices – Analyzing the effects of curriculum changes, such as the 2013 Curriculum and the Merdeka Curriculum, on curriculum design and implementation.

3. Development of Competency-Based Curricula – Designing curricula that align with the competencies needed by students to meet workforce demands.

4. Curriculum Relevance and Effectiveness – Ensuring that English curricula meet the specific needs of learners in the Indonesian context.

5. Cultural Relevance in Teaching Materials – Investigating how culturally adapted materials improve language acquisition and student engagement.

6. Curriculum Design Tailored to Local Needs – Developing curriculum frameworks that address the linguistic and educational needs of Indonesian students.

7. Curricular Alignment with National Education Goals – Aligning curriculum content and objectives with Indonesia's broader educational policies and goals.

8. Teacher Support in Curriculum Implementation – Identifying strategies to support teachers in effectively implementing new or reformed curricula.

9. Creation of Context-Specific Learning Materials – Developing teaching materials that are relevant to the local context and suitable for students' cultural backgrounds.

10. Evaluation of Curriculum Effectiveness – Assessing how well the curriculum meets learning objectives and addresses students’ needs in English language learning.