Values Of Local Wisdom Research Articles

Makna Filosofis Iwel-iwel dalam Selamatan Bayi di Jawa: Kajian Linguistik Antropologis

This research aims to describe the philosophical meaning of “iwel-iwel”, a traditional Javanese food, using an anthropological linguistic approach with contextual design. Data analysis was carried out by collecting data through interview, observation, note taking and documentation techniques. After that, the process of interview transcription and notes was carried out, followed by the process of reading and analyzing the data. From data analysis, the author obtained the origin of the words and the philosophical meaning of “iwel-iwel” that were then scientifically interpreted in the discussion under the related theories and approaches. The results of this research proved that “iwel-iwel” has philosophical meanings in accordance with the values of local Javanese wisdom. “Iwel-iwel” came from the Javanese word “cemiwel” which means excited; the Arabic word “waliwalidaya” which means parent; and part of the saying “laa ilaha illallah” which means there is no God but Allah. At least “iwel-iwel” contained 10 philosophical meanings, namely (1) a symbol of balance, (2) a representation of calm, (3) a symbol of happiness, (4) respect for tradition, (5) connectedness to nature, (6) a symbol of simplicity, (7) a combination of taste and color, (8) patience and warmth, (9) experience and wisdom, and (10) a symbol of harmony.

Civic Culture In "Nganggung Dulang" Tradition To Strengthen Local Wisdom Values

This paper stems from the low awareness of the community regarding efforts to preserve a local tradition. The study aims to (1) describe the values of local wisdom found in the Nganggung Dulang tradition, (2) explore the community's understanding of civic culture within the Nganggung Dulang tradition, (3) identify the implementation of civic culture within the Nganggung Dulang tradition, and (4) analyze the roles of the government and the community in maintaining the existence of the Nganggung Dulang tradition. This research employs a qualitative approach using ethnographic methods. Subject determination uses purposive techniques. Data collection involves observation, interviews, and documentation. Data analysis applies the interactive model of Miles, Huberman, and Saldana, involving data condensation, data display, and conclusion drawing. The research findings indicate (1) the values of local wisdom in the Nganggung Dulang tradition include religious values, mutual cooperation, social care, and kinship values, (2) the community's understanding of civic culture in the Nganggung Dulang tradition strengthens local wisdom with good values, evidenced by the community's awareness of the historical background, purpose, and process of the Nganggung Dulang tradition, (3) the implementation of civic culture in the Nganggung Dulang tradition occurs during events such as funerals, Isra Mikraj of Prophet Muhammad SAW, Ruwah Bulan Syaban, Eid al-Fitr, Eid al-Adha, Islamic New Year, and Maulid of Prophet Muhammad SAW, and (4) the government and community of Ranggas Village, Bangka Belitung Islands Province, play significant roles in preserving the Nganggung Dulang tradition.

Integration of P5 in Local Wisdom-Based Social Studies Learning as a Form of Strengthening the Pancasila Student Profile in Junior High Schools

Local wisdom has an important role in cultural sustainability in a global context. The current development of globalization has the potential for a shift in local values to a more attractive global culture. This research aims to determine the strategies carried out by the Taruna Nusa Harapan Junior High School, whose students have a diversity of ethnicities, religions and national origins in maintaining local wisdom values in the City of Mojokerto. This research uses qualitative methods by collecting data using in-depth interviews with P5 facilitators, teachers and students, observation and documentation. Data processing techniques use source triangulation. The results of the research show that Taruna Nusa Harapan Junior High School preserves the values of local wisdom through the Project for Strengthening the Profile of Pancasila Students (P5) by highlighting the theme of local wisdom by creating an activity entitled the Tunas Maja festival. Not only co-curricular activities, P5 Activities with the theme of local wisdom are very supportive in instilling local wisdom values in social studies learning for grades VII and VIII. The strategy used by the social studies teacher is to insert local wisdom material into relevant social studies materials such as class VII material about the relationship between the diversity of geographical conditions in the archipelago and the formation of cultural diversity. Apart from that, class VIII material, this theme is relevant to material regarding awareness of social changes that are occurring in the contemporary era with the theme of microhistory, local history, oral traditions.

Perceptions of Pedagogy Lecturers and Students Regarding the Manifestation of Local Wisdom Values

In the realm of education local wisdom has gained recognition as a foundational element for both individual and community growth. This study examines the shared perceptions of local wisdom values among lecturers and pedagogy students in Indonesia, aiming to understand the extent of their consensus and its potential influence on teaching practices. The research employs a descriptive quantitative approach, utilizing a purposive sampling technique that includes 120 students and 10 lecturers. Data collection is conducted primarily through a questionnaire-based survey, with the gathered information subjected to thorough mathematical and statistical analysis. Both descriptive and inferential statistical methods are applied to uncover significant insights. The findings indicate that most students (77.2%) and lecturers (80%) agree on the substantial role of local wisdom values in fostering unity amidst diversity. However, there are perceptual differences influenced by variables such as age, educational background, and life experiences. The study suggests that educational stakeholders should consider these diverse perspectives in curriculum development and teaching methodologies. Despite its limitations, research paves the way for further exploration into the interpretation of local wisdom values in pedagogical practices and their impact on student learning outcomes, as well as their contribution to sustainable development and culturally responsive education policies.

Membuka Peluang Menyelami Pendidikan Multikultural di Era Digital

This article aims to find out the role of multicultural education in the digital era. This study uses a qualitative approach with a literature study method. The stages of this method include collecting related references through journal publication sources, namely google scholar, selecting and then analyzing concepts and ideas that are important points to be used as the basis for this research. Data analysis is carried out qualitatively with the stages of data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The results of the analysis show that multicultural education has an important role in preparing the young generation to face the challenges of the digital era by understanding and appreciating cultural diversity, as well as incorporating local wisdom values in the learning process. In the digital era, the challenges faced by multicultural education are increasingly complex, ranging from the spread of hate speech to the influence of foreign ideologies that can damage national values. Civic education must be strengthened with a strong multicultural foundation. This is important to form a civic awareness that respects diversity, as well as building a sense of love for the homeland and loyalty to the nation. Multicultural-based civic education can utilize technology to broaden students' horizons about cultural diversity and global challenges. Multicultural education in the digital era is not only a challenge but also a great opportunity to create a young generation with character, integrity, and ready to face the changing times

Use and assessment of the economic value of traditional medicinal plants by the Soputan Dayak tribe, East Kalimantan Province, Indonesia

Abstract. Rujehan, Setiawati, Matius P, Kristiningrum R, Halu YO. 2024. Use and assessment of the economic value of traditional medicinal plants by the Soputan Dayak tribe, East Kalimantan Province, Indonesia. Biodiversitas 25: 2393-2403. The Soputan Dayak tribe, who live in Long Penaneh III, Long Apari Sub-district, East Kalimantan, apparently still adhere to local wisdom values in using plants as medicine and contributing to the household economy. This study aims to identify the local wisdom of the Soputan Dayak tribe in using medicinal plants and determine the economic value of medicinal plant use. Using a snowball sampling technique, the methods used were observation and direct interviews with 15 households. The data were analyzed descriptively and qualitatively using logical explanation through a substitute-market approach to determine economic value. The results showed that the use of medicinal plants in the village of Long Penaneh III covered 41 families of 64 species with various benefits. The most used plant organs were leaves (50%) and roots (24%), with the rest comprising tubers, stems, fruit, shoots, skins, flowers, and cambium. The main diseases treated with medicinal plants were back pain (17%), cholesterol (14%), high blood pressure and leukorrhea (12% each), and flu, fever, hypoglycemia, ulcers, and kidney concerns (9% each). The economic value assessment from the 64 species showed IDR 36,685,000 per year could be obtained, based on the information of 15 respondents, with an average per household of IDR 2,445,666.67 per year. The economic value obtained is sufficient to support the household economy.

EVALUASI PELAKSANAAN TRI HITA KARANA PADA LINGKUNGAN VILA DI KECAMATAN UBUD

Development policies in Bali are expected to maintain the sanctity and harmony of Bali nature, according to concept of Tri Hita Karana (THK). Ubud is famous for its unique arts and culture, it is hoped that it will unite in harmony towards harmony based on local wisdom values. Study aims to assess the criteria and analyze the level implementation of THK in the villa environment in Ubud Subdistrict. Determining the location of the research carried out by purposive way. The data collection method was carried out using observation techniques, interviews, questionnaires and literature study. Respondents in this study were villa managers. The three elements of THK include parhyangan, pawongan, and palemahan. The highest score for parhyangan is a indicator: religious activities carried out every day, as well as periodically (odalan) (94.60%: very good). The lowest score is the indicator: the implementation of lectures in the villa environment (60.20%: enough). The highest score for pawongan is a indicator: harmonious relationship between employees and owners (95.00%: very good). The lowest score is a indicator: efforts to increase human resources in the surrounding community (77.20%: good). The highest score for palemahan is a indicator: there is a commitment to the environmental quality of the villa (89.80%: very good). The lowest score is a indicator: waste management and hazardous and toxic materials (B3) (58.40%: enough). The level of implementation of THK in villas in Ubud Subdistrict is 81.91% (good). The level of implementation of THK element is parhyangan at 84.00% (very good), pawongan at 86.28% (very good), and palemahan at 75.44% (good). It is hoped that the THK indicator can continue to be further developed, in a big tourism area and the application of the mandatory Environmental Management Statement is expected to achieve sustainable and environmentally friendly tourism in villas or the tourism industry in Bali. Keywords: Implementation; Tri Hita Karana; Ubud Subdistrict; Villa

Nilai-Nilai Kearifan Lokal Tradisi Lisan Guritan Keriye Rumbang Ngempang Lematang Suku Basemah, Pagaralam, Sumatera Selatan: Kajian Antropolinguistik

This study aims to determine the values ??of local wisdom contained in the guritan Keriye Rumbang Ngempang Lematang of the Basemah community, especially in Pagaralam City. The method used in studying the guritan Keriye Rumbang Ngempang Lematang is a qualitative method using an ethnographic approach according to Spradley. The research steps have been simplified as (1) determining informants; (2) interviewing informants; (3) making ethnographic notes; (4) asking descriptive questions; (5) conducting analysis of ethnographic interviews; (6) make component analysis (7) find cultural themes (8) write an ethnography. The simplification was carried out due to the limited resources, time, and cost of the researcher. Another reason that causes researchers to take this step is that existing circumstances such as this pandemic have only taken these eight steps without leaving the core of the twelve main steps. The data collection technique used is the interview technique. The results of the study show that the forms of local wisdom values ??contained in the guritan Keriye Rumbang Ngempang Lematang are local wisdom such as discipline, education, hard work, persistence, religion, mutual cooperation, local preservation, and cultural creativity.

Ngalaksa Traditional Ceremony as a Local Wisdom to Maintain Community Social Interaction

The Ngalaksa traditional ceremony is a legacy of the Rancakalong people's ancestors through their traditional arts. It is carried out as a form of gratitude for the harvest. This cultural activity can positively impact the community and the local government. It can be an event that can foster noble values in society, such as strengthening family relationships between communities. However, the potential of Ngalaksa traditional ceremony has not been exploited optimally. If managed wellit can become a cultural tourist attraction with the concept of cultural advancement. This research aims to reveal the values of local wisdom in the community through the traditional Ngalaksa ceremony. Using a qualitative descriptive method with a case study, this research was conducted in Nagarawangi Village, Rancakalong District, Sumedang Regency. The data were collected using in-depth interviews and observations to explain the research object factually. In addition, literature studies, document searches and field notes were also carried out. The data were validated using triangulation techniques. This research reveals the values of the Ngalaksa tradition, which presents the concept of interaction between humans, nature, and God, wrapped in a traditional ceremony. Hopefully, this research will be a conservation effort through community cultural customs activities to become a tourism potential and improve community welfare.

Analisis Nilai-Nilai Kearifan Lokal Program Sekolah Budaya Sebagai Penunjang Projek Profil Pelajar Pancasila dalam Kurikulum Merdeka di SDN Kaliwining 07 Rambipuji Jember

In Indonesia, the curriculum has changed several times in line with the change of ministers and the needs of students. Recently it has been intensified in relation to the independent curriculum initiated by the Ministry of Education and Culture. The Merdeka curriculum promotes a comfortable, happy and structured learning atmosphere for students and educators. To achieve the expected competencies in the implementation of the independent curriculum, a project was designed to strengthen the profile of Pancasila students as a curricular activity to support competency achievement in the learning process. To support the achievement of the competencies expected in the Pancasila student profile project, Kaliwining 07 State Elementary School implemented a cultural school program, where students while in the school environment were listened to by national and regional songs, as well as traditional games. The approach used in this research is a qualitative approach with a descriptive type. While the data collection technique uses three stages, namely observation, interviews, and documentation. The data analysis used is Miles and Huberman's interactive analysis, namely data reduction, data presentation and drawing conclusions. Test the validity of the data using source triangulation and technique triangulation. So as to produce research results that, the application of the cultural school program at SDN Kaliwining 07 Rambipuji Jember which grows and develops colors the quality of life in schools which also contributes to instilling local wisdom values. in the Pancasila student profile project, where students are expected to be able to understand and apply Pancasila values ​​in everyday life. One way to achieve this goal is to integrate local wisdom values ​​into learning activities in the school environment through the Cultural School program. Thus, students can understand that Pancasila is not just a concept or ideology, but also includes local wisdom values ​​that are part of the culture and character of the Indonesian nation

Pengembangan Kurikulum PAI Berbasis Kearifan Lokal

This research aims to develop an Islamic Religious Education (PAI) curriculum that integrates local wisdom values ​​to enrich students' learning experiences and support the development of their character and competencies. This research uses a library research approach to develop an Islamic Religious Education (PAI) curriculum based on local wisdom, by collecting and analyzing information from related books and scientific journals. Data collection techniques include identification, collection, classification and content analysis of relevant literature. The collected data was then analyzed descriptively to describe the concept of local wisdom, principles of curriculum development, and examples of implementing PAI based on local wisdom. The results of this analysis are synthesized to form a conceptual framework and produce practical recommendations for relevant curriculum development. The result of this work, namely the development of an Islamic Religious Education (PAI) curriculum based on local wisdom, is a complex effort involving analysis of local needs, intensive training for teachers, as well as the development of relevant and contextual teaching materials. By utilizing interactive learning strategies and collaboration with local communities, this curriculum becomes more relevant and meaningful for students, helping them understand local religious and cultural values. Regular evaluations ensure the effectiveness of the integration of local wisdom, while strong collaboration with community leaders and parents strengthens the relationship between the school and the community. The implication of this effort is to create more meaningful learning, increase students' understanding of religious and cultural values, and empower teachers to create a dynamic and inspiring learning environment.

Makna Simbolik dan Nilai Kearifan Lokal dalam Tradisi Meron di desa Sukolilo Kabupaten Pati

The Meron tradition in Sukolilo Village, Pati Regency, is a unique celebration which aims to celebrate the birthday of the Prophet Muhammad SAW every 12 Robiul Awal. Similar to the Sekatenan traditions of the Surakarta Palace and the Ngayogyakarta Palace, the Meron tradition contains symbolic meaning and local wisdom values that have an impact on aspects of people's lives. This research used a qualitative descriptive method involving participants from the Sukolilo Village community. The research results show that the Meron tradition has symbolic meaning which includes religious aspects, da'wah, community harmony and cultural preservation. Values such as religious, social, artistic and economic are reflected in the implementation of this tradition. Conservation efforts are carried out through active community participation in holding traditional ceremonies every year, with a focus on protecting, developing and utilizing local culture. Ethics in the Meron ceremony is the key to continuity between generations, ensuring that cultural heritage remains alive and well maintained. The Meron tradition is not just a celebration, but also a cultural heritage full of meaning and value. Efforts to preserve it are important to ensure the sustainability and meaningfulness of this tradition in the lives of the people of Sukolilo Village, Pati Regency.

The role of local wisdom values in Rateeb Meuseukat dance learning at elementary school teacher education, faculty of teacher training and education, Syiah Kuala University

The role of local wisdom values in Rateeb Meuseukat dance learning at elementary school teacher education, faculty of teacher training and education, Syiah Kuala University

Samawa Indigenous Marriage Law: Harmonizing Local Wisdom with National Law

This research aims to analyze and understand how integrating the Samawa tribe’s local wisdom in the practice of indigenous marriage can occur harmoniously and in alignment with Indonesia’s national law. This research uses an inductive qualitative analysis. Inductive analysis is an approach that begins with field facts, analyzes them based on relevant legal theories and arguments, and ultimately yields a conclusion. The results show that Samawa indigenous marriage law can integrate harmoniously with national law. This integration encompasses indigenous law, where the Tana Samawa Indigenous Institution is crucial in preserving local wisdom. The existence of this indigenous institution, regulated by Sumbawa Regency Regulation Number 10 of 2015, demonstrates the Regency Government’s commitment to integrating local wisdom with the national legal system. In indigenous marriage, this integration ensures that local wisdom remains valid under indigenous law and has legality under Law Number 1 of 1974. Challenges and obstacles in preserving Samawa indigenous marriage, require a comprehensive approach that includes education, documentation of customs, and promotion of local wisdom through modern technology. Therefore, it is recommended that the Tana Samawa Indigenous Institution continue to strengthen the preservation and development of local wisdom through comprehensive education programs and documentation, and forge more intensive cooperation with the Regency Government and educational institutions. The Department of Education and Culture of Sumbawa Regency is recommended to integrate local wisdom material into the formal and non-formal education curriculum, and support cultural preservation initiatives by providing adequate facilities and resources. Samawa indigenous people are recommended to actively participate in the preservation of customs, support programs run by the indigenous institution and government, and use modern technology to document and promote their traditions, ensuring that local wisdom values remain alive and respected in everyday life.

Local Knowledge Conservation Based on Indigenous Tourism Village

In the current era of globalization, there are many new cultures have emerged from the outside and are spread in all aspects of life. This can be worrying about the condition of local wisdom in several areas of traditional villages in Indonesia, which, with the development of technology in the era of globalization, is feared to have an impact on the behavior of people who are increasingly abandoning local wisdom. The purpose of this paper is not only commercial, but also to preserve the local culture so that it is not degraded by the changing times in the era of globalization. The method used in this research is a literature case study in the form of traditional tourism villages in Indonesia, such as Cirendeu Traditional Village, Ngadas Traditional Village, Tenganan Traditional Village, Kemiren Traditional Village, and Naga Traditional Village. The results of this study reveal how important the role of tourism villages is. These villages serve as the main activity center for local residents who already have a deep understanding of local wisdom values, where they can support each other and apply these traditional teachings in their daily activities, following in the footsteps of their predecessors. In the framework of further research, it is recommended to look for ways to improve accessibility, both in terms of the ease of reaching tourism village locations and communicating with the local government. This action has the potential to have a greater positive impact on the development and sustainability of these traditional tourism villages while allowing more people to interact with its rich culture. Keywords: globalization, local knowledge, traditional villages

Menyibak Relasi Kosmologi Dalam Budaya Blatan Balik Suku Ipir, Nuha, Dan Hebing Tanarawa-Maumere Dalam Terang Berfilsafat Budaya

This research focuses on exploring the cosmological and humanization values contained in the Blatan Balikculture of the Ipir, Nuha and Hebing tribes gathered in one traditional house in Tanarawa, Waiblama, Maumere-Flores-East Nusa Tenggara. Blatan Balikculture is a rite that contains reconciling the cosmos with fellow creations or in the language of Tana Ai (blatan gahu rou), and the second is cooling valuable items stored in traditional houses such as gongs, bahar, ivory and other valuable objects in the traditional house (lepo). These two rites are an act of respect and reconciliation with creation. Therefore, exploring the comological and humanization wealth contained in the Blatan Balikculture is a form of respect for the nature of creation and also a process of humanization and the value of local wisdom. Respect for created nature and a process of humanization is the basis of life wisdom in the form of a framework of knowledge, a framework of belief both in integralistic family unity or unity in the wider community, and shows the noble values in the culture. So exploring the wealth of cosmology and humanization in the Blatan Balikculture is a form of respect for nature and reconciliation with fellow creatures and a life wisdom of the Tana Ai- Tanarawa, Waiblama, Maumere-Flores-East Nusa Tenggara community. This research uses qualitative research with data collection techniques through interviews and literature studies, collecting sources from journals, related books. This research found that the Blatan Balikculture of the Nuha Tanarawa tribe is a model of humanization and cosmology relations, between fellow humans, nature, other fellow creations and the giver of life. The values that flow from this culture are reconciliation and responsibility for nature, preservation of valuable objects in the Nuha tribe, and human harmony in relationships. The contribution of this research lies in the ultimate values and wisdom of the Tana Ai people in maintaining humanization relations between others and preserving nature.

Nilai Kearifan Lokal Tradisi Nandong Di Simeulue Dan Fungsinya Pada Pewarisan Budaya Bagi Masyarakat Setempat

The Nandong tradition is an abstract expression representing Simeulue's unique cultural heritage. This research aims to describe the local wisdom values of the Nandong tradition in Simeulue and their function in cultural inheritance for the local community. This research was conducted using a qualitative ethnographic approach. This research shows that the Simeulue people have various oral traditions, including the nanga-nanga and Dandong traditions. These traditions have meaningful values passed down by their ancestors from generation to generation and are instilled in the daily life of the Simeulue people. , these values are the delivery of moral messages, advice, attitudes of respect, responsibility, and resilience; these values cannot be separated from religious teachings. The cultural inheritance of the local wisdom values of the Nandong tradition is to perform Nandong arts at Simeulue birthday events and cultural festivals, welcoming guests as well as at weddings and circumcisions of the apostles and inviting the public to watch every Nandong performance so that people understand Nandong. Nandong art is also inherited through Nandong poetry, which contains important meaning, namely the advice in it, which is then conveyed to the public regarding knowledge of the signs of natural phenomena. However, the preservation of Nandong culture has begun to fade due to the development of modern musical instruments, so local culture is increasingly rarely displayed.

TINDAK PIDANA PENEBANGAN POHON DI TANAH ULAYAT MASYARAKAT ADAT DALAM KAWASAN HUTAN KONSERVASI CAGAR ALAM MANINJAU (Studi Kasus Nomor: 129/ Pid.B/ LH/ 2017/ PN. LBB)

In Law Number 18 of 2013 concerning Prevention and Eradication of Forest Destruction, in this case, it does not pay attention to the rights of indigenous peoples who have obtained customary rights or rights to control forests for generations. In Nagari Koto Malintang, they have local wisdom that they have practiced for years, such as felling 2 trees for basic needs and not for commercial purposes through permission from local traditional leaders and the Wali Nagari Koto Malintang.This research is a normative juridical research using a case approach and a statute approach, in this research the analysis is carried out by criticizing, supporting, or commenting, then making a conclusion on the results of the study with their own thoughts. and literature review assistance.The application of material punishment in decision number 129/Pid. B/LH/2017/PN.LBB, According to the author, it is not appropriate and does not meet the elements charged by the public prosecutor, but in the judge's consideration of the aggravating circumstances, the panel of judges did not reflect a sense of justice towards the defendants and the values of local wisdom who have lived and run in the community for many years. The judge's consideration in this case also contradicts the theory of criminal responsibility in which the defendants can be given excuses for forgiveness and the ultimum theory remediates that punishment is the last step.Law Enforcement Officials should be wiser in eradicating the crime of logging trees on customary lands of customary law communities and must pay attention to the values that live in local communities such as local wisdom that they have practiced for years.

Transformation of Bima local wisdom values through social studies e-book media

The development of postmodern-era technology in the world of education is increasingly sophisticated, thus impacting the character of students and their social environment. Technological progress negatively affects the lives of today's generation. When misuse of technology is widespread, it is imperative to strengthen cultural and religious filtration. So that the influence of globalization on technological development can be minimized. So as not to damage the cultural values and morality of students as the next generation of the nation. This study aims to explain the importance of transforming the values of Bima's local wisdom "Nggusu Waru" through the media of social studies e-books. The results and conclusions of this study are efforts to develop students' social character that require teacher collaboration, supervision, and optimal parental attention so that their interest in learning is higher and minimizes deviant behavior. This research method uses research and development design. At the stage of preliminary studies with models developed by Borg and Gall. Through several stages of research, information gathering, development of initial forms of products, and initial field testing. In this step, data is collected through interviews, observation and documentation. The data is analyzed to find out some of its weaknesses and shortcomings.

Revitalizing local wisdom within character education through ethnopedagogy apporach: A case study on a preschool in Yogyakarta

Ethnopedagogy serves as an educational approach capable of reshaping societal dynamics by preserving cultural values, thereby reinforcing a multicultural national identity. This study explored the potential of ethnopedagogy in revitalizing local wisdom within early childhood character education in Indonesia. This case study was performed at Pertiwi Kindergarten in Puro Pakualaman, Yogyakarta, Indonesia. Data were gained through interviews and document analysis with teachers, parents, and school principals. Research data were checked for validity using data triangulation. The research findings demonstrated that ethnopedagogy enhanced children's awareness of local culture and nurtures character development by integrating local wisdom values into the learning process. Furthermore, involving local communities in character education improved community engagement in the educational journey, bolstering a sense of ownership over the school or learning environment, and strengthening social networks within the community. Ethnopedagogy is recommended to apply in early childhood education to develop children's character through the utilization of local wisdom.