Perceptions of Dayak culture and education practitioners on project-based learning in primary education

Abstract

The implementation of the independent curriculum (IC) in Indonesia requires realizing the Pancasila student profile (PSP) at all education levels, including elementary schools (ES). Project-based learning (PjBL) is a suitable model for achieving PSP but needs reinforcement, particularly in fostering attitude and character values. Integrating the noble values of Dayak culture into PjBL is identified as a relevant approach to strengthen PSP. This study explores the perceptions of Dayak culture actors and primary education stakeholders on implementing PjBL in ES to enhance PSP. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews with 12 key informants and analyzed thematically using NVivo software. Findings are categorized into three aspects: planning, implementation, and evaluation of PjBL. Planning focuses on defining learning outcomes, developing tools, and ensuring student readiness. Implementation involves a 5-step PjBL process integrated with Dayak cultural values, emphasizing honesty, religion, collaboration, kinship, creativity, and independence. Challenges include limited cultural and PjBL literacy, insufficient stakeholder collaboration, and inadequate monitoring during PjBL activities. These issues need addressing to optimize PjBL effectiveness in strengthening PSP. © 2026, Intelektual Pustaka Media Utama. All rights reserved.

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Project-Based Learning Dayak culture Independent curriculum Perceptions Primary school

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Author Affiliations

Department of Primary Teacher Education, STKIP Persada Khatulistiwa, Sintang, Indonesia

Department of Social Humanities, STKIP Persada Khatulistiwa, Sintang, Indonesia

Department of Computer Education, STKIP Persada Khatulistiwa, Sintang, Indonesia

Department of Economic Education, STKIP Persada Khatulistiwa, Sintang, Indonesia

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Perceptions of Dayak culture and education practitioners on project-based learning in primary education

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