Development of a Virtual Ecomuseum Based on Local Wisdom for Sustainable Historical Literacy

Iing Yulianti; Nana  Supriatna; Erlina Wiyanarti; Wawan Darmawan; Johan Setiawan

doi:10.59329/gawi.v6i2.413

Authors

Iing Yulianti Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia
Nana Supriatna Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia
Erlina Wiyanarti Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia
Wawan Darmawan Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia
Johan Setiawan Universitas Muhammadiyah Metro

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.59329/gawi.v6i2.413

Keywords:

kasepuhan adat sinar resmi, sustainable history literacy, virtual ecomuseum

Abstract

This study aims to develop a virtual ecomuseum based on the local wisdom of the Kasepuhan Adat Sinar Resmi community as a pedagogical innovation in history education to strengthen sustainable historical literacy among high school students. The research method employed was research and development (R&D) using a modified ADDIE model, encompassing needs analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation. Data were collected through field observations, ethnographic studies, in-depth interviews with traditional leaders, and pilot learning sessions with high school students in Bandung. The research results indicate that the developed virtual ecomuseum comprising digital artifacts, indigenous-based historical narratives, 3D models of cultural spaces, and interactive tours effectively enhances the three main dimensions of sustainable historical literacy: understanding of historical context, ecological-cultural awareness, and reflective ability in linking local wisdom values with future sustainability. The pretest posttest results indicated improved sustainable historical literacy scores in the experimental group compared with the control group. These findings confirm that integrating traditional knowledge into digital heritage through a virtual ecomuseum not only enriches the history learning experience but also contributes to fostering sustainability awareness and cultural preservation among the younger generation. The findings suggest that virtual ecomuseums can support contextual, immersive, and sustainability-oriented history learning when combined with validated learning activities and teacher facilitation. This study recommends the further development of regional-scale virtual eco-museums as adaptive, local wisdom-based history learning media in the era of digital transformation.

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