Educational and Literacy Perspectives about Bronze Drums in Southwest China for Contemporary Learning Resources

Jinxi Liu, Arsenio Nicolas

Abstract


Bronze drums, esteemed artifacts saturated in cultural significance, have been integral to the heritage of ethnic communities in Southwest China for centuries. This study aims to investigate the educational and literacy perspectives regarding bronze drums in contemporary learning resources within the region. Conducting fieldwork in Guangxi, Guizhou, and Yunnan – renowned for their rich bronze drum culture we engaged six key informants selected for their cultural proficiency and educational involvement. Interviews and documentaries were used to gather first-hand information about the cultural significance of bronze drums, how they were categorized by gender, and how they changed from being passed down orally to being written down formally. Findings highlight bronze drums as invaluable resources for contemporary education, emphasizing their role in cultural preservation and literacy development. This research encourages the utilization of cultural traditions as effective tools for education and heritage preservation, ensuring the continued relevance of Southwest China’s unique heritage in a rapidly evolving world.

Keywords


Bronze Drums, Southwest China, Cultural Heritage, Education, Literacy, Cultural Preservation

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