Interactive Strategy which Utilize Balinese Indigenous Insight in Social Studies Learning to Improve Elementary School Students’ Activity and Participation

Abstract

This study examines interactive strategies which utilize Balinese indigenous insight in Social Studies (IPS) learning to enhance the activeness and participation of elementary school students. This investigation utilizes a descriptive qualitative approach through literature study, focusing on the integration of the Tri Hita Karana philosophy and the subak system into simulation methods. The findings indicate that local wisdom-based simulations can improve conceptual understanding while instilling character values such as cooperation, responsibility, environmental care, and togetherness. The Subak simulation, which emphasizes harmony between humans (pawongan) and nature (palemahan), has been proven to strengthen students’ cognitive, affective, and psychomotor engagement. Nevertheless, challenges such as differences in student ability, limited time, and classroom management issues remain. Recommended optimization strategies include integrating Problem-Based Learning, providing scaffolding, and utilizing interactive media. Thus, simulation methods based on Balinese local wisdom hold great potential as an innovative approach to enrich contextual and character-based Social Studies learning.