Tibetan folk songs, as vital components of China's intangible cultural heritage, are under increasing threat from modernization, educational standardization, and cultural homogenization. This study investigates effective educational strategies for the transmission of Tibetan folk songs within the context of multicultural China. Conducted in six…

Objectives: Drama learning is still dominated by the use of conventional textbooks. For this reason, the purpose of this research is to explore the development of digital textbooks, with cultural orientation and local wisdom. Materials/methods: The research method follows research and development procedures. Data was collected through tests,…

This research aimed to develop and evaluate an innovative learning management model based on the local wisdom of the Lao Vieng community in Nakhon Nayok Province, to enhance community potential. The objectives were to 1) study the basic information on learning management innovations for local wisdom in the Lao Vieng community, 2) develop an…

Despite the increasing recognition of culturally responsive teaching, the integration of indigenous knowledge into science curricula remains limited. This study was conducted with a view to examining the role of indigenous knowledge practices in enhancing students' academic performance and self-concept in senior secondary Biology. A survey…

This body of knowledge provides personal narratives of the lived experiences of Native women from an all-Native doctoral cohort. Through personal narratives, we aimed to highlight the unique learning experience created by strong and beautiful Indigenous scholars who honored Native identities, engaged learning with Indigenous knowledge systems,…

This article explores climate change adaptation (CCA) in Indonesia after 20 years of ratifying the Kyoto Protocol and 8 years of the Paris Agreement. It highlights the importance of improving community engagement and participation in CCA efforts. Drawing from international and Indonesian contexts, the study identifies key factors for effective…

This study explored the key factors influencing the sustainable success of herbal businesses in Sakon Nakhon Province, Thailand, amid the growing global demand for herbal products. The research focused on the economic, social, environmental, and managerial aspects affecting sustainability and competitiveness. We employed a quantitative research…

This article synthesizes pedagogical principles for supporting youth climate action from across local (Ontario) and global literature. It also seeks out stories of Indigenous youth engaging in climate action in distinct ways--highlighting examples from Sioux (of Standing Rock) and Inuit youth. The authors propose the Pedagogical Principles for…

"Tautai: The Master Navigator" is a groundbreaking reimagining of the role of educational leadership in "untangling the tangled net" of entrenched issues undermining Pacific learners' educational achievement. Dr Taleni offers a powerful, deeply personal journey that spans oceans and generations--a voyage from his Samoan village…

This conceptual paper explores the intersecting domains of epistemology, decoloniality, and power dynamics in university education. It scrutinises the hegemonic prevalence of Western knowledge systems and the resultant epistemic exclusion and marginalisation of alternative and indigenous knowledge paradigms within academic environments. Digging…

As Métis educators working in Alberta, we have long advocated for the meaningful inclusion of Métis perspectives and relational ways in educational spaces. We take up this work of advocacy and critical scholarship to honour our ancestors and ensure that the next generations of Métis are firmly rooted in their identity and empowered with confidence…

This article explores the integration of Red River Métis cultural identity into pedagogy, emphasizing the benefits for diverse students in the Canadian context. Using personal narratives and historical connections, it highlights the implications of land-based learning and critical historical analysis to infuse Indigenous perspectives into the…

Scrum is a framework that supports the development of various student skills, yet its application in chemistry learning within the Manado local cultural context remains rare. This study aimed to examine the effect of the scrum method, combined with ethnochemistry, on students' creative thinking skills and entrepreneurial attitudes in green…

Prior to colonisation in Aotearoa New Zealand, the Indigenous Maori population lived within "whanau" (family) and "hapu" (sub-tribal groups) community contexts where "matauranga Maori" (Maori knowledge) was passed on from one generation to the next. Community contexts were strengthened by well-developed knowledge…

U.S. public schools are continually becoming more diverse, and the need for teachers to develop culturally sensitive learners who exhibit responsible personal and social behavior is now as important as ever. As children often enjoy socializing and learning through physical activity, the physical education classroom is an opportune location to…