Exploration of Physics Concepts Based on Local Wisdom Kolecer Traditional Games

Abstract

Teachers' perceptions in developing learning are needed to help students more easily capture information from the learning activities undertaken. One way that can be applied is by connecting learning materials with the local wisdom of the surrounding environment or commonly known as ethnoscience. Indonesia is a country rich in local culture in every region. Therefore, it is important for the nation's future generations to protect and preserve what already exists, for example by linking local culture to physics learning materials. The purpose of this study was to determine the potential for any physics concepts that exist in traditional kolecer games that can be applied to learning physics and everyday life. This type of research is the Narrative Review. Based on the research results, it was found that there was a potential application of physics concepts to local wisdom (ethnoscience) in the traditional "kolecer" game, these physics concepts were in the matter of equilibrium, pressure, Newton’s first and second law, work and energy, kinetic energy, and circular motion. It can be concluded that the application of local wisdom-based learning can help students easily grasp the material provided by the teacher and make learning more meaningful, especially on local wisdom of traditional kolecer games.

Exploration of physics concepts with traditional engklek (hopscotch) game: Is it potential in physics ethno-STEM learning?

“…After that, the physics concepts in the Engklek game will be analyzed for their relevance to the latest high school physics curriculum. Finally, the potential application of Engklek as a media for learning physics is more fun while preserving this traditional game (Sholahuddin & Admoko, 2021).…”

Analisis Konsep Fisika pada Permainan Tradisional Kerapan Kereweng sebagai Bahan Ajar Fisika

“…Metode ini juga dikenal dengan dead knowledge yang didominasi dengan hafalan. Hal ini seharusnya diperhatikan oleh para guru untuk mengevaluasi cara mengajarnya agar sesuai dengan tujuan kurikulum 2013 (Sholahuddin & Admoko, 2021) Permainan tradisional dapat menjadi pertimbangan bagi para guru untuk dikembangkan menjadi bahan ajar yang sesuai dengan kurikulum 2013. Penggunaan permainan tradisional sebagai bahan ajar juga dapat meyelamatkan eksistensi permainan tradisional di zaman sekarang.…”

Implementation of Traditional Games in Ethnoscience Learning

“…Traditional games provide a practical medium for bridging modern scientific principles with indigenous knowledge, making science education more inclusive and relevant to diverse student populations. For instance, games like Otok-otok, Kolecer, and Engklek have been found to contain inherent physics and mathematical concepts that, when explored within the framework of ethnoscience, can greatly enhance students' understanding and appreciation of both science and their cultural heritage (Sholahuddin & Admoko, 2021;Mardana et al, 2022). These findings underscore the potential of traditional games not only as tools for cognitive and emotional engagement but also as effective mediums for integrating ethnoscience into education, thereby promoting a more inclusive, engaging, and culturally responsive educational environment.…”