Profiling Cultural Literacy Among Elementary Students Through the Local Wisdom of the "Siraman Sedudo " Tradition in Nganjuk
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https://doi.org/10.56916/jirpe.v4i2.1228Keywords:
Heritage Education, Local Wisdom, Siraman Sedudo, Elementary Students, Cultural LiteracyAbstract
This study explores the cultural literacy of fifth-grade students regarding the Siraman Sedudo tradition in Nganjuk Regency, East Java, using a qualitative descriptive approach. The research aims to uncover students’ understanding, attitudes, and involvement in preserving this local wisdom rooted in ancestral heritage. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews with a cultural figure, questionnaires distributed to 21 students of SDN 2 Werungotok (selected using purposive sampling), and relevant literature studies. The research was conducted between January and March 2023. The findings reveal that while most students are aware of the Siraman Sedudo ceremony and express pride in its uniqueness, their understanding tends to be superficial, focusing mainly on factual aspects such as the time of the event. In-depth knowledge regarding its historical significance, symbolic meanings, and spiritual values remains limited. The study also finds a gap between students’ positive attitudes and their actual involvement in cultural preservation, often due to restricted access and lack of school-based cultural programs. Furthermore, social media emerged as a dominant source of information, albeit without sufficient context or educational framing. The research highlights the importance of integrating local cultural content into school curricula through project-based learning, narrative engagement, and collaboration with local communities. It concludes that education should serve as a dynamic platform for revitalizing cultural traditions, fostering active student participation, and ensuring intergenerational transmission of heritage. Recommendations for future studies and educational practices are discussed.
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