Banjar Folktales: Local Wisdom in Digital Learning

Description

Banjar Folktales: Local Wisdom in Digital Learning explores the rich cultural heritage of the Banjar people of South Kalimantan through the lens of modern education. This book presents a curated selection of traditional Banjar stories—filled with moral teachings, local values, and cultural symbolism—and examines how these folktales can be meaningfully integrated into contemporary digital learning environments.

The book highlights the philosophical foundations embedded within Banjar oral traditions, such as respect for nature, communal harmony, leadership ethics, and humility. By analyzing narrative patterns, characters, and cultural contexts, the author demonstrates how folktales function not only as entertainment but also as a medium for moral education and identity formation.

Bridging tradition and innovation, this work offers practical frameworks and pedagogical strategies for incorporating folktales into digital platforms, including multimedia storytelling, gamification, interactive learning, and virtual cultural archives. It also discusses the challenges of digital adaptation, such as cultural preservation, ethical representation, and balancing modernization with authenticity.

Designed for educators, researchers, cultural practitioners, and students of folklore, this book underscores the importance of maintaining cultural continuity in the digital age. It demonstrates that folktales—though ancient in origin—remain a timeless resource for character education, creativity, and intercultural understanding.