Development of A Comic Strip Based on Local Wisdom to Grow a Sense of Nationalism

Abstract

This Research and Development (R&D) study aimed to develop and evaluate a thematic comic strip based on local wisdom to cultivate a sense of nationalism and enhance scientific literacy among fourth-grade elementary students in Kudus Regency. Utilizing the ADDIE model, the research collected qualitative and quantitative data through observations, interviews, questionnaires, and tests. The developed product integrates local historical narratives, specifically the stories of Raden Asnawi and the Komando Macan Putih. Findings from rigorous expert validations yielded "Very Valid" ratings across material (3.47), media (3.88), and linguistic (3.45) domains. Furthermore, field trials demonstrated strong practicality, with student and teacher response scores improving from 3.14 ("Good") to 3.42 ("Very Good"). Statistical analyses confirmed the product is significantly effective in achieving its pedagogical goals. This study concludes that the thematic comic strip is a valid, practical, and highly effective educational medium. The implications of this research suggest that integrating locally contextualized, visually engaging media into the curriculum is a vital pedagogical strategy for educators seeking to foster deep connections to national heritage while simultaneously meeting modern cognitive and affective learning demands.