Indonesian Journal of STEM Education
Vol. 6 No. 2 (2024): Edisi Juli-Desember 2024

Ethnoscience of Keris Making: Relevance of Local Knowledge to Scientific Knowledge

Nurul hidayah Nurul (universitas mataram)
Agil Al Idrus (Universitas Mataram)
Agus Abhi Purwoko (Universitas Mataram)



Article Info

Publish Date
26 Dec 2024

Abstract

This study examines the relevance of traditional knowledge and scientific science in the process of making keris in Sakra Village, East Lombok. Keris, as a symbol of Sasak culture, is made using traditional techniques involving scientific concepts such as alloys, thermal expansion, and plastic deformation. This study uses a descriptive qualitative method through observation, interviews, and literature studies. The results show that the traditional technique of making keris can be explained scientifically and is relevant to ethnoscience-based learning. This approach improves science literacy, preserves local wisdom, and develops students' creative thinking skills. The process of making keris can be used as a contextual learning medium to connect science with daily life.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

ijse

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Subject

Chemistry Education Engineering Mathematics Physics

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Indonesian Journal of STEM Education (IJSE) adalah wadah publikasi bagi mahasiswa, guru, dosen, praktisi maupun peneliti pada bidang Science, Technology, Engineering dan Math (STEM) Education. IJSE menerima tulisan dalam bentuk artikel hasil penelitian maupun artikel review tentang isu terkini yang ...