Local Wisdom Values in Kawung Batik and Its Relevance to Moral Education

Abstract

Kawung Batik has local wisdom values in describing its motives whereas each of them can be found in the "Batik Language". The position of values of local wisdom, roles and functions is elaborated as follows: (1) for the conservation and preservation of natural resources, (2) the development of human resources, (3) the development of culture and science, (4) as a source of advice / belief / literature and taboos, (5) as a means of building communal integration, (6) as ethical and moral grounds, and (7) political functions. The symbol of wisdom, and self-control in the Kawung Batik motif can be implemented in the moral education. Through values of local wisdom of Kawung Batik, it is expected that the objectives of moral education can be obtained, namely educated morals, intelligence, personality and noble character in accordance with ideals and curriculum objectives in Indonesia.

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“…Such effects often manifest as the erosion of local cultural values and a decline in students' moral character (Fadhilah et al, 2022;Saodah et al, 2020;Setyawati et al, 2021). The erasure or dilution of these values bears the risk of society losing the very roots of its identity, along with a diminished sense of pride and ownership of its cultural heritage (Ayu et al, 2019). Thus, the younger generation, entrusted with preserving local wisdom, must be nurtured through education (Faiz & Kurniawaty, 2020).…”

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“…Various aspects of local wisdom have been explored for their potential integration into science education, such as tempoyak and a traditional boat (Basuki et al, 2019), kawung batik (Ayu et al, 2019), papatah Minangkabau (Moeis et al, 2022), Bajo tribe (Hajuan & Marzuki, 2022), Pujawali tradition (Pranata et al, 2021), indigenous peoples Tengahan Sendangagung (Marhayani, 2016), Samin tribe (Hidayati et al, 2020), and others. However, despite these explorations, a significant amount of local Indonesian wisdom remains untapped for educational integration.…”