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Achmad Nur Kholis
Universitas Pembangunan Jaya
Arts Humanities Education

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"Pupus Putus Sekolah" Digital Comic as a Medium for Reflecting the Reality of School Dropouts in Indonesia Achmad Nur Kholis; Rizka Kurnia Mailinda
TAMA: Journal of Visual Arts Vol. 4 No. 1 (2026): Vol. 4 No. 1 (2026): TAMA: JOURNAL OF VISUAL ART VOLUME 4 NO. 1 APRIL 2026
Publisher : Faculty Of Arts and Design Sebelas Maret University

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School dropout issues in Indonesia through the digital comic Pupus Putus Sekolah by Kurnia Harta Winata, while evaluating its effectiveness as a medium for social advocacy. Education in Indonesia faces a significant challenge with high dropout rates, particularly at the high school level which reaches 21.61% due to economic, access, and social factors. This research employs a qualitative descriptive method with a content analysis approach, utilizing Djelantik’s Aesthetic Theory (form, weight, and appearance) and Social Psychology to examine visual and narrative elements. The findings reveal that Pupus Putus Sekolah effectively mirrors the complex reality of underprivileged children through its protagonist, Pupus. Visually, the comic utilizes a cartoon-style illustration and a warm, neutral color palette to build emotional closeness and simplify serious social themes for a broader audience. Narratively, the story highlights that dropping out of school is not merely an economic issue but is also tied to psychological burdens and a formal education system that sometimes fails to accommodate children’s diverse needs. The "apprentice" learning model introduced in the plot offers a reflective alternative to non-formal education. The study concludes that digital comics are a powerful tool for social campaigns; their vertical layout on platforms like Webtoon and their ability to foster empathy through storytelling make them more engaging than traditional media. Reader engagement and moral integration within the dialogue further prove that Pupus Putus Sekolah serves as both a reflective educational medium and a strategic instrument for raising social awareness. Keywords: Pupus Putus Sekolah, comic, Webtoon, school dropout, social campaign.
Batik as a Source of Inspiration for Aesthetic Elements in Efforts to Preserve Traditional Arts and National Identity Achmad Nur Kholis
Acintya Vol. 17 No. 2 (2025)
Publisher : Institut Seni Indoensia Surakarta

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Culture is a component of life that can be used as a source of inspiration in creating aesthetic elements. Batik as one of the cultural products that has deep details both in terms of meaning and visuals, where it can influence other products. The closeness of the history of batik with the city of Surakarta has a strong correlation and creates new phenomena to other elements. The purpose of this study is to determine the variety of aesthetic elements in the city of Surakarta, and to find out how it can be an effort in preserving traditional arts and national identity. The qualitative descriptive research method was chosen as the basis for the research and supported by observation techniques, interviews, documentation and the addition of literary sources. The results obtained that batik can be a source of inspiration for creating aesthetic elements in various corners and become a representation in the community's approach to preserving culture in the form of traditional arts and strengthening national identity. The smallest level that is attempted can have a wider impact on the environment around the area to the highest level, namely national.
ANALYSIS OF REGIONAL BATIK MOTIF CHARACTERISTICS AS A BASIS FOR REVITALIZATION AND DEVELOPMENT OF LEARNING MODELS Achmad Nur Kholis; Elvani Hertati
JURNAL IMAJINASI Vol 9, No 2 (2025): Juli-Desember
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Makassar

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The Indonesian education system currently implements the centralized Merdeka Curriculum, which, despite its intention to provide flexibility in learning, faces significant challenges, particularly in terms of unequal access to educational infrastructure across regions. To address this issue, it is essential to develop adaptive learning models that reflect the diverse local contexts. A strategic approach involves analyzing the sociocultural characteristics of communities in various areas. Batik Nusantara, a cultural heritage rich in symbolic meaning, illustrates these regional distinctions, primarily categorized into coastal and inland batik, each representing different societal values and worldviews. Coastal batik tends to reflect openness, boldness, and external cultural influences, while inland batik is deeply rooted in philosophical and symbolic traditions. These distinctions offer valuable insights for integrating local wisdom into curriculum design. This study adopts a qualitative methodology with a descriptive approach, utilizing literature review techniques from academic journals, articles, catalogs, and other scholarly sources. The analysis of batik motifs provides a foundation for contextualized learning through Problem-Based Learning and Project-Based Learning approaches. Such models have the potential to enhance students’ cultural identity, character development, and engagement by aligning learning experiences with the realities and values of their respective communities.
Co-Authors Elvani Hertati Rizka Kurnia Mailinda