Shibanyan Traditional Village in Linzhou, Henan: The Local Wisdom and Educational Literacy for Sustainable Development

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Title: Shibanyan Traditional Village in Linzhou, Henan: The Local Wisdom and Educational Literacy for Sustainable Development
Language: English
Authors: Si Chen, Vuthipong Roadkasemsri
Source: International Journal of Education and Literacy Studies. 2025 13(1):224-228.
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Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 5
Publication Date: 2025
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Research
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Sustainable Development, Resource Allocation, Structural Elements (Construction), Indigenous Knowledge, Adjustment (to Environment), Community Characteristics, Community Cooperation, Community Resources
Geographic Terms: China
ISSN: 2202-9478
Abstract: This study examines the sustainable development of Shibanyan, a traditional village in Linzhou, Anyang, Henan, through the dual lenses of local wisdom and educational literacy. The research highlights the community's innovative construction techniques and resource management practices, deeply embedded in their accumulated practical experience. By utilizing locally available natural resources, these practices address challenges related to habitation, environmental adaptation, and resource efficiency with minimal material and technological inputs. The adaptive methods mitigate adverse climatic impacts and foster a stable and comfortable indoor microclimate, showcasing the harmonious integration of indigenous knowledge with environmental sustainability. Furthermore, the study emphasizes the importance of educational literacy in transmitting and evolving these traditional practices for future generations. The findings reveal how community-driven strategies, supported by an emphasis on learning and knowledgesharing, contribute to the long-term viability of traditional settlements. This research provides valuable insights into leveraging local wisdom and education to address global sustainability challenges in localized contexts.
Abstractor: As Provided
Entry Date: 2025
Accession Number: EJ1462129
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:This study examines the sustainable development of Shibanyan, a traditional village in Linzhou, Anyang, Henan, through the dual lenses of local wisdom and educational literacy. The research highlights the community's innovative construction techniques and resource management practices, deeply embedded in their accumulated practical experience. By utilizing locally available natural resources, these practices address challenges related to habitation, environmental adaptation, and resource efficiency with minimal material and technological inputs. The adaptive methods mitigate adverse climatic impacts and foster a stable and comfortable indoor microclimate, showcasing the harmonious integration of indigenous knowledge with environmental sustainability. Furthermore, the study emphasizes the importance of educational literacy in transmitting and evolving these traditional practices for future generations. The findings reveal how community-driven strategies, supported by an emphasis on learning and knowledgesharing, contribute to the long-term viability of traditional settlements. This research provides valuable insights into leveraging local wisdom and education to address global sustainability challenges in localized contexts.
ISSN:2202-9478