Bridging Tradition and Innovation Integrating Local Languages and Local Wisdom into Digital Literacy Learning in Indonesian Education
Keywords:
local languages, digital literacy, local wisdom, Indonesian education, culturally responsive pedagogy, multilingual learningAbstract
This research explores the integration of local languages and indigenous wisdom into digital literacy education within the Indonesian national curriculum framework. As globalization accelerates technological advancement, preserving linguistic diversity while fostering digital competencies presents both challenges and opportunities for multicultural societies. This study examines how incorporating regional languages alongside Bahasa Indonesia in digital learning environments can enhance cultural preservation, strengthen learner identity, and improve educational outcomes. Through qualitative analysis of educational practices across diverse Indonesian regions, this research identifies successful strategies for embedding local wisdom into technology-enhanced pedagogy. Findings reveal that culturally responsive digital literacy programs significantly increase student engagement, promote intergenerational knowledge transfer, and develop multilingual digital citizens. This study contributes to understanding how educational systems can harmonize technological progress with cultural sustainability, offering implications for language policy, curriculum design, and pedagogical innovation in multilingual developing nations.
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