The Effectiveness of Culture-Based Teaching Materials in Contextual Social Studies Learning in Elementary Schools: A Literature Review

Imron Burhan

doi:10.59890/ijasse.v4i2.381

Authors

Imron Burhan Universitas Negeri Makassar

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.59890/ijasse.v4i2.381

Keywords:

Culture-Based Teaching Materials, Social Studies Learning, Elementary School, Contextual Learning, Local Wisdom

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of culture-based teaching materials in contextual Social Studies learning in elementary schools. Using a qualitative approach with a literature review method, this study examines 10 national journal articles published between 2016 and 2025 selected through purposive sampling from Google Scholar. Data were collected through documentation and analyzed using content and comparative analysis. The findings indicate that culture-based teaching materials significantly improve students’ learning outcomes, conceptual understanding, and engagement. These materials also promote meaningful and contextual learning by connecting content with students’ daily experiences and supporting character development. This study contributes to enriching theoretical perspectives and provides practical implications for developing culturally relevant teaching materials in elementary education.

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