Local Culture Learning in Early Childhood Education Programs: An Analysis of Teacher Strategies in Introducing Lebak Culture, Banten, Indonesia

Rohita; Masni Erika Firmiana; Iin Suryaningsih

doi:10.56741/IISTR.jpes.00905

Authors

Rohita
rohita@uai.ac.id
Al Azhar University of Indonesia
Masni Erika Firmiana Al Azhar University of Indonesia
Iin Suryaningsih Al Azhar University of Indonesia

Keywords:

Early Childhood Education, Educational Media, Local Culture, Storytelling, Teaching Strategies

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the strategies used by Early Childhood Education Programs (ECEP) teachers in introducing Lebak’s local culture to preschool children within early childhood education programs. A descriptive survey method with a cross-sectional design was used to capture teachers' strategies at a specific point in time. This study involved 40 respondents from 28 ECEP institutions, including public and private schools, selected through purposive sampling. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire consisting of demographic questions and open-ended questions exploring cultural content, teaching methods, and media. The collected data were analyzed using simple statistical methods, including graphical representation and narrative description. The results showed that the most common cultural content introduced was Baduy culture, followed by traditional food and clothing. Storytelling emerged as the most frequently used method, followed by questions, video presentations, demonstrations of real objects, and observation of images. Storytelling is preferred because it allows children to understand cultural narratives in an interesting and meaningful way. However, the storytelling techniques used by teachers often focus more on conveying information than stimulating higher-order thinking skills. In addition, video media is widely used because of its effectiveness in attracting children's attention and simplifying cultural concepts, but teachers need further training to improve the quality of educational videos. In conclusion, ECEP teachers in Lebak, Banten, have implemented various strategies to introduce local culture. However, improvements are needed, especially in improving questioning techniques in storytelling and optimizing educational video production.

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Author Biographies

Rohita, Al Azhar University of Indonesia

is a lecturer in the Early Childhood Education Program at Al Azhar Indonesia University. Her academic expertise centers on the development of children's critical thinking skills and the implementation of local culture-based learning approaches. Her research interests include teaching strategies, the design and use of educational media, and the integration of local wisdom into early childhood education curricula. In addition to her teaching and research roles, she actively serves as an assessor for the National Accreditation Board for Early Childhood Education and Non-Formal Education (BAN ECEP dan PNF) in Banten Province. (email at rohita@uai.ac.id).

Masni Erika Firmiana, Al Azhar University of Indonesia

is a lecturer in the Psychology Program at Al Azhar Indonesia University. Her scholarly work focuses on the fields of social psychology and art psychology, exploring how psychological theories intersect with artistic expression and social behavior. She contributes to the academic community as a reviewer for the Al Azhar Indonesia Journal, Humanities Series. Her dedication to both teaching and research reflects her commitment to advancing psychological knowledge in both academic and practical contexts. (email: masni.erika@uai.ac.id).

Iin Suryaningsih, Al Azhar University of Indonesia

is a lecturer in the Arabic Language and Culture Program at Al Azhar Indonesia University. Her primary area of expertise is philology, with research interests spanning classical Arabic texts and manuscript studies. In addition to her academic responsibilities, she currently holds the position of Director of Student Affairs and Alumni at Al Azhar Indonesia University. She also contributes to academic publishing as an active editor for the Al Azhar Indonesia Journal, Humanities Series. (email: iin.suryaningsih@uai.ac.id).

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