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Grace Freya Purba
Department of Archeology, Enigma Institute, Palembang, Indonesia
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Archipelagic Consciousness: Reimagining National Identity Through Local and Maritime Histories in Indonesian Primary Education Firzan Dahlan; Grace Freya Purba; Farah Faiza; Amir Serikova; Danila Adi Sanjaya; Yuniarti Maretha Pasaribu; Susi Diana; Christian Napitupulu; Maya Enderson; Emir Abdullah
Enigma in Education Vol. 3 No. 1 (2025): Enigma in Education
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61996/edu.v3i1.93

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The formation of national identity in Indonesia, the world's largest archipelagic state, has historically been dominated by a centralized, terrestrial-focused historical narrative that often marginalizes the rich diversity of local and maritime histories. This study addressed the gap in understanding how a pedagogical shift towards these histories could foster a more inclusive and interconnected sense of nationhood, termed 'Archipelagic Consciousness', among young learners. A quasi-experimental, mixed-methods study was conducted over one academic semester in four primary schools across Indonesia. A total of 180 fifth-grade students participated, divided into an experimental group and a control group. The experimental group received a pedagogical intervention based on local hero narratives, inter-island trade routes, and project-based learning focused on maritime culture. Data were collected using a validated pre-test/post-test 'Archipelagic Consciousness Inventory' (ACI), supplemented by qualitative data from focus group discussions and student portfolio analysis. Quantitative data analysis revealed a statistically significant, large-effect-size improvement in the ACI scores for the experimental group compared to the control group. Qualitative findings corroborated these results, with major themes emerging that included the validation of local identity as integral to the national story, a conceptual shift from viewing the sea as a barrier to a connector, and an enhanced appreciation for inter-regional cultural diversity. In conclusion, the pedagogical model centered on local and maritime histories was highly effective in cultivating Archipelagic Consciousness. Integrating these narratives into primary education offers a potent pathway for reimagining Indonesian national identity as a dynamic, interconnected, and pluralistic tapestry, moving beyond a monolithic, land-based conception. This study provides empirical support for curriculum reform aimed at fostering a more resilient and inclusive national identity.
Effectiveness of a Neuroeducation-Based Instructional Intervention on Cognitive Flexibility and Creative Resilience Among Undergraduate Students: A Quasi-Experimental Study Grace Freya Purba; Giselle Dupont; Despian Januandri
Enigma in Education Vol. 4 No. 1 (2026): Enigma in Education
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61996/edu.v4i1.122

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Neuroeducation-based instructional approaches have gained attention for enhancing cognitive outcomes, yet empirical evidence in higher education remains limited. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of an eight-week neuroeducation-based instructional intervention on cognitive flexibility, creative resilience, and academic engagement among undergraduate students. A quasi-experimental pre-test post-test control group design was employed. A total of 124 undergraduate students at a private university in Palembang, Indonesia were assigned to an experimental group (n = 62) receiving the neuroeducation-based intervention and a control group (n = 62) receiving conventional instruction. Cognitive flexibility was measured using the Cognitive Flexibility Inventory (CFI), creative resilience using the Creative Resilience Scale (CRS), and academic engagement using the Academic Engagement Scale (AES). Data were analyzed using analysis of covariance (ANCOVA) controlling for pre-test scores, with bootstrapped effect size confidence intervals (10,000 resamples). The experimental group showed significantly higher post-test scores compared to the control group on cognitive flexibility (p < 0.001, d = 1.72, 95% CI [1.28, 2.16]), creative resilience (p < 0.001, d = 1.89, 95% CI [1.44, 2.34]), and academic engagement (p < 0.001, d = 1.12, 95% CI [0.70, 1.54]). In conclusion, neuroeducation-based instructional interventions can substantially enhance cognitive flexibility and creative resilience among university students, supporting the integration of neuroscience-informed pedagogy into higher education curricula.
Co-Authors Amir Serikova Christian Napitupulu Danila Adi Sanjaya Despian Januandri Emir Abdullah Farah Faiza Firzan Dahlan Giselle Dupont Maya Enderson Susi Diana Yuniarti Maretha Pasaribu