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This article attempts to present an independent argument with regard to the importance of using local folklore in EFL. As it is clearly mentioned in the 2013 curriculum (K-13) and the following curriculum, National Curriculum, applying local wisdom is a cardinal aspect to be involved in the teaching-learning processes. Applying local wisdom is also believed to be one of strives to conserve and appreciate Indonesian cultural heritage and some cultural heritage that may not have been exposed before. Yet, it seems that using local folklore in EFL still lacks serious attention. In general, providing folklore is not only beneficial to keep the cultural heritage but also advantageous to, among others, help EFL students study English, help them gain cultural acquisition, and provide them with positive values for their character building. In short, engaging local contents has been officially stated in the K-13 and National Curriculum; however, its implementation is likely to be unpopular.
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References
All-hajji, B. A., & Shuqair, K. M. (2014). A systematic review on using literature for the young learners in an EFL classroom. English Language Teaching, 7(8), 75-80.
Ghosn, I. (2002). Four good reasons to use literature in primary school ELT. ELT Journal, 56(2), 184-204
Halima I. A. (2014). The function of folktales as a process of educating children in the 21st century: A case study of idoma folktales. International Conference on 21st Century Education at Dubai Knowledge Village, 2(1), 88-97.
Ilyas, H. P. (2016a). Reataining literature in the Indonesian ELT curriculum. Studies in English Language and Education, 3(1), 1-10.
Ilyas, H. P. (2016b). Infusing critical thinking into English coursebooks. Journal of ELT Research, 1(1), 113-134.
Kalyani. (2009) Importance of Folk Narratives and the Art of Storytelling in Child Development. Research & Publication Division, 28(1).
Linse, C. (2007). Predictable books in the children's EFL classroom. ELT Journal, 61(6), 46-54.
Molaei, T. N., Mohammadzadeh, Y. R. Firoz., & Bazanjani, M. S. (2015). The role of folk stories in language development of preschool children in Jiroft. Sai Om Journal of Arts & Education, 1(12), 20-27
Myrick, A. M. (2012). Folktales and philanthropy: Using folktales as a bridge to community service. MA TESOL Collection. Paper 695.
Nurss, J. R. (2000) Intergenerational literacy: the use of story in family literacy instruction. ELT Journal, 54(4) 362-368.
Vansina, J. (1985). Oral tradition as history. Madison: The University of Wisconsin Press