EDUCATIONAL INNOVATION FOR STRENGTHENING THE UNDERSTANDING OF LOCAL CULTURE AMONG MILLENNIALS

Abstract

Development globalization and digital technology have changed the interest of millennials, who tend to appreciate global culture more than local culture. This causes concern about the decline in understanding and appreciation of local culture among generations. Therefore, the research aims to explore the influence of innovative education based on technology in strengthening the understanding of the culture of millennials. Method research used is qualitative with design studies case, where data is obtained through interview indepth, participatory observation and documentation of educators and students in several institutions of education. Research results show that implementation method learning is based on technologies such as interactive media, digital applications, and visualizations. Culture plays a significant role in increasing the interest and involvement of students in material culture. Creative educators in the use of technology also play a role in the success method. However, research also identifies challenges in the form of limitations in infrastructure and a lack of training for educators. In conclusion, innovation education based on technology has the potential to increase understanding of the culture of local generation millennials but needs support for adequate policies and infrastructure. Implications are practical from the research This is an important development of training technology for educators as well as the provision of material based on relevant culture with digital technology.