How to Be Local Wisdom Teacher Integrative Approach of Local Wisdom Curriculum of the Middle School in Salatiga, Central Java, Indonesia

Abstract

---Introduction - Aim of this study to analyze the implementation of excellence based education and local wisdom in the city of Salatiga. The discussion target was on the Javanese Language learning method as a determination of Local subjects curriculum in Central Java and Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) as a Local Subjects in Salatiga City, also the Middle School Local Content Curriculum. The study was conducted in the State and Private Middle School in Salatiga. Method - The type of this research is Qualitative Descriptive. The subjects in this study were Javanese Language Teachers, ICT Teachers (Information and Communication Technology) and School Local Content Teachers according to the development of KTSP (Education Unit Level Curriculum). Data collection – Data obtained of this study used the observation, interviews, and documentation method. The Analyzing technique of data using the reduction, presentation, and conclusion method. Checking validity of data using credibility with triangulation. Research Results - The application of a local wisdom-based curriculum of the Middle School in Salatiga can be described as follows: (1) Implementation of the local wisdom curriculum has proceeded in the Middle School correctly according to current curriculum rules (2). The integrative approach in this curriculum has been prioritied on improving of the quality of vjavanese language learning, information and communication technology, local food excellence, javanese language master of ceremonies, and karawitan arts. Teachers improved the teaching methodologies with a fun learning approach, giving examples of obedience manners and social manners as a role model, through intra-curricular, co-curricular and extra-curricular. The impact of local wisdom-based curriculum can be felt in a year, appearing moralities changes in ethics, manners, creativities and increasing self-confidence