LOCAL WISDOM PRESERVATION IN DIGITAL AGE: A BIBLIOMETRIC ANALYSIS OF TRADITIONAL KNOWLEDGE SYSTEMS
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https://doi.org/10.31595/inf.v10i1.3348Keywords:
Local wisdom, digital preservation, Traditional knowledge, cultural heritageAbstract
This study explores the preservation of local wisdom in the digital age, with a specific focus on traditional knowledge systems in Indonesia. As technology continues to advance rapidly, there is growing concern over the erosion of local cultural knowledge passed down through generations. The shift toward globalization and digitalization poses a significant threat to the survival of traditional wisdom, especially when it becomes overshadowed by mass-produced information. Through a bibliometric analysis, this research identifies the challenges and opportunities in digitizing traditional knowledge, highlighting both the risks and the potential benefits of using digital platforms to preserve cultural heritage. The study employs qualitative and quantitative research methods, analyzing case studies of indigenous knowledge preservation efforts in Indonesia, such as the Subak irrigation system in Bali and the terraced rice fields of Tana Toraja. The findings demonstrate that, while digitalization presents a valuable tool for documentation, there is a need for careful consideration of the social and cultural contexts in which this knowledge exists to ensure its meaningful preservation. This research contributes to the ongoing discourse on the intersection of technology and cultural heritage, providing actionable recommendations for policymakers, local communities, and researchers to protect and promote local wisdom in the digital era.
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