Android-Based Local History Learning to Strengthen Students' Understanding of Yogyakarta Cultural Heritage
Keywords:
Keywords: local history learning; Android; Yogyakarta’s cultural heritage; digital learning; cultural identity.
Abstract
Advances in digital technology have driven the transformation of history education through the use of more interactive and contextual Android-based media. This study aims to explore students’ experiences in using Android-based local history learning and to analyze its contribution to enhancing their understanding of Yogyakarta’s cultural heritage. The study employed a qualitative approach, involving 10th-grade students and a history teacher at a high school in the Special Region of Yogyakarta, selected through purposive sampling. Data were collected via open-ended questionnaires, in-depth interviews, and observations, and were analyzed using the Miles, Huberman, and Saldaña model, which includes data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The results indicate that Android-based local history learning enhances students’ interest and motivation, facilitates their understanding of the history and philosophical values of Yogyakarta’s cultural heritage, and fosters a growing awareness of the need to preserve local culture. The integration of multimedia—including text, images, videos, interactive maps, and quizzes—provides a more meaningful learning experience compared to conventional teaching methods. This study contributes an Android-based local history learning model that integrates Yogyakarta’s cultural heritage as a contextual learning resource, thereby supporting the strengthening of students’ cultural identity while also promoting cultural preservation in the era of digital transformation.
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Yin, R. K. (2018). Case Study Research and Applications: Design and Methods. (6th ed.). SAGE Publications.
Published
2026-07-09
How to Cite
Darsono, & Arif Saefudin. (2026). Android-Based Local History Learning to Strengthen Students’ Understanding of Yogyakarta Cultural Heritage. International Journal of Technology and Education Research, 4(03), 279-292. https://doi.org/10.63922/ijeter.v4i03.5107
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