Title: Building Students' Cultural Identity Through Culturally Responsive Teaching: A Systematic Literature Review (Slr) In Secondary Education
Authors: Ani Juwita and Nurul Umamah
Volume: 9
Issue: 5
Pages: 33-41
Publication Date: 2025/05/28
Abstract:
: This study aims to systematically examine the implementation of Culturally Responsive Teaching (CRT) in the context of secondary education and its contribution to the formation of students' cultural identity. Using the Systematic Literature Review (SLR) approach, 13 scientific articles were analyzed thematically to identify CRT strategies, their impacts on students, and challenges and limitations in their implementation. The results of the study indicate that CRT strategies, such as the integration of culture-based curriculum, reflective learning on social issues, and the use of contextual teaching materials, contribute positively to increasing students' sense of belonging, cultural awareness, and academic and social engagement. On the other hand, challenges such as limited teacher training, a centralized curriculum approach, and the lack of locally-based teaching materials, are obstacles to the effective implementation of CRT in Indonesia. This study recommends the integration of CRT in the Merdeka Curriculum through teacher training, the development of locally-based teaching materials, and inclusive education policies to support education that is responsive to cultural diversity.