Local Wisdom Values of Pasar Tambak Tradition in Sragen and Utilization on Indonesian Language Learning in Senior High School

Author(s): Silvi Mardiana, Kundharu Saddhono, Edy Suryanto

Institution: University Eleven March Surakarta, Indonesia

Category: Article, IJMMU, Local Wisdom, Tradition, Sragen, Indonesian Language, Education, Teavhing, Cultural Heritage, Local Culture, Students

Topics: Local Wisdom Values, Tradition, Pasar Tambak, Indonesian Language Learning

Abstract: Pasar Tambak in Sragen is one of the Sura markets that has a unique tradition of only selling utensils made from traditional materials such as woven bamboo, with buying and selling transactions without bargaining over prices, which is believed to bring blessings to buyers. This tradition is suspected to hold local wisdom values. This study aims to describe and explain the tradition procession, local wisdom values contained in the Pasar Tambak tradition in Sragen and its utilization in Indonesian language learning in high school. The research method is qualitative with an ethnographic approach. The data sources in this study came from informants, events, cultural objects, and documents with purposive sampling technique. Data collection techniques using observation, interview, and documentation techniques. Data validity uses triangulation of sources and theories. Data analysis was carried out using interactive techniques. The results of this study found that the Pasar Tambak tradition in Sragen reflects various local wisdom values, such as (1) the value of politeness. (2) the value of honesty, (3) the value of harmony, (4) the value of mind, and (5) the value of gratitude. This can be utilized in learning observation reports, news texts, and scientific papers.

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