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Ethnobiological Study of Kawung Motif to Promote Knowledge of Batik Through Educational Video Production Salwa Zainum Muttaqin; Priscilia Talabessy; Alexis Rachel Maria Rosauli Napitupulu; Fajar Adinugraha
Borneo Journal of Biology Education (BJBE) Vol. 7 No. 1 (2025): April
Publisher : Department of Biology Education, Universitas Borneo Tarakan

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35334/xcxeez51

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There has been a decline in the knowledge of batik among younger generations, including its meaning and underlying philosophy. Knowledge of batik may be cultivated by creating educational videos incorporating ethnobiological studies. No studies have been conducted on kawung batik in educational video production. This research aims to examine batik kawung from an ethnobiological perspective and create an educational video to facilitate Knowledge of batik instruction. The research method is exploratory and qualitative. The research methodology employed various techniques, including interviews, document analysis, and a review of relevant literature. The findings indicated that the kawung batik motif was derived from the geometrical arrangement of kolang-kaling. This batik will reflect the meanings of purity, perfection, and completeness. The tools and materials utilized remain traditional, with a 12-step manufacturing process. Five species are associated with the production of kawung batik, which are classified into eudicots and monocots. The study's findings on kawung batik have been transformed into an educational video to impart Knowledge of batik. Knowledge of batik has the potential to facilitate the simultaneous teaching of local wisdom, indigenous knowledge, and biodiversity.
Ethnobotany of Pelleng, a Pakpak Batak Spiced Rice from Bakal Julu Community, and Its Application in Biology Learning through Educational Posters Rivaldi Sitinjak; Marina Silalahi; Fajar Adinugraha
Borneo Journal of Biology Education (BJBE) Vol. 7 No. 2 (2025): Oktober
Publisher : Department of Biology Education, Universitas Borneo Tarakan

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Traditional food, Pelleng, is a spiced rice dish served during the traditional ceremonies of the Pakpak Batak community in North Sumatra, symbolizing strength, blessing, and unity. One of its main ingredients is Andaliman (Zanthoxylum acanthopodium), an endemic spice of the Toba Highlands known for its distinctive flavor, ecological value, and cultural significance. Despite its rich heritage, no prior studies have documented the ethnobotanical composition of Pelleng or linked it to biodiversity learning. Therefore, this study aims to identify the plant species used as spices in preparing Pelleng rice and to explore their cultural and symbolic meanings within the Pakpak Batak community., interpret their cultural meanings, and make an educational poster connecting traditional food heritage with Grade X biodiversity topics. Field exploration and surveys were conducted in Bakal Julu Village, Siempat Nempu Hulu Subdistrict, Dairi Regency, using semi-structured interviews with four key informants (traditional leaders, traditional cooks, elders, and homemakers), complemented by field surveys and photographic documentation. Data were analyzed qualitatively and descriptively to determine the ecological and cultural values of each species. The study identified 17 plant species from 11 families used as spices in Pelleng preparation, including food crops, spices, and medicinal plants. Andaliman emerged as a cultural keystone species whose sensory and symbolic roles are irreplaceable. Integrating Pelleng’s ethnobotanical knowledge into instructional media—such as a thematic biodiversity poster—offers a meaningful approach to bridging indigenous knowledge and science education. This research is expected to enrich biology teaching materials with culturally relevant content, raise students’ awareness of biodiversity, and support the preservation of cultural heritage through the documentation and educational integration of ethnobotanical knowledge.
Pelatihan Pembuatan Sabun Minyak Jelantah dan Serai (Cymbopogon citratus (DC.) Stapf) Terintegrasi Kearifan Lokal melalui Ecopreneurship di SMA Negeri 7 Kota Bekasi Fajar Adinugraha; Bintang RS.Tanjung; Candani Shintya Nainggolan; Karini Christin Li Situmorang; Margaretha Bunga Tiara Putri
ARDHI : Jurnal Pengabdian Dalam Negri Vol. 4 No. 4 (2026): Agustus: ARDHI : Jurnal Pengabdian Dalam Negri
Publisher : Asosiasi Riset Pendidikan Agama dan Filsafat Indonesia

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Used cooking oil is a household waste that can potentially pollute the environment if not properly managed. One alternative for its utilization is to convert used cooking oil into soap through saponification using local materials such as lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus (DC.) Stapf). This community service activity aimed to describe the implementation of socialization and training on soap making using used cooking oil and lemongrass and to determine changes in students' knowledge after participating in the activity. The activity was conducted at SMA Negeri 7 Kota Bekasi through pretest, material delivery, hands-on soap-making practice, and posttest stages. The evaluation results showed that the mean student knowledge score increased from 67.86 in the pretest to 87.14 in the posttest. Improvement occurred across all indicators, particularly in students' understanding of the materials, soap-making process, and saponification concept. The activity also provided contextual learning experiences related to waste management, local biodiversity utilization, and ecopreneurship. Socialization combined with hands-on practice in making soap from used cooking oil and lemongrass can serve as a relevant educational approach to improve students' knowledge while fostering environmental awareness and appreciation of local plant resources.