Journal Evaluation in Education (JEE)
Vol 7 No 1 (2026): January

Digital Ethnography of Nongnong Mbaham: Oral Literature Revitalization for Cultural Identity and Contextual Learning Innovation in Papuan Education

Lefaan, Adolina Velomena Samosir (Unknown)
Rambet , Rommy Denny Boy (Unknown)
Darihastining, Susi (Unknown)
Maisaroh, Siti (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
13 Jan 2026

Abstract

Purpose of the study: This study investigates Nongnong Mbaham as a living oral tradition, examines its transformation within digital environments, and explores its potential as a contextual learning innovation in Papuan educational settings. Methodology: A qualitative digital ethnographic approach was employed, involving participant observation, in-depth interviews, performative analysis, and digital-trace analysis across offline and online cultural spaces. Main Findings: This study demonstrates that indigenous oral literature can function as a culturally grounded learning resource that supports identity formation, digital literacy, and contextual pedagogy. Novelty/Originality of this study: This research advances oral-literature studies by integrating digital ethnography with contextual learning innovation, moving beyond documentation toward a sustainable educational revitalization model.

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JEE

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Education Social Sciences Other

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JEE publishes high-quality methodological assessment, evaluation, and study research texts in various educational settings and scientific disciplines with their own specific phenomena, as well as related studies that address issues of concern to education today. JEE discusses scientific research on ...