Local Language as a Fortress of Digital Literacy Love-Based Curriculum Learning Strategy to Counter Hoaxes in the Information Ecology Era

Abstract

In the contemporary information ecology era, the proliferation of digital hoaxes poses significant threats to social cohesion and democratic discourse. This article explores the strategic integration of local languages as a protective mechanism within digital literacy education, proposing a love-based curriculum learning approach. The convergence of cultural preservation and digital competence represents an innovative pathway to combat misinformation. By anchoring digital literacy education in local linguistic contexts, educators can foster deeper emotional connections and critical thinking capacities among learners. This love-based pedagogical framework emphasizes affective engagement, cultural identity, and community values as fundamental elements in developing robust information evaluation skills. The article examines how local languages serve as cognitive filters that enable learners to critically assess digital content while maintaining cultural authenticity. Through theoretical analysis and curriculum design considerations, this work demonstrates that vernacular-based digital literacy programs can effectively equip communities with the necessary tools to identify, analyze, and resist the spread of hoaxes in increasingly complex digital ecosystems.