EDU-TOURISM: IMPROVING CIVIC EDUCATION LEARNING BY UTILIZING GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYSTEM

Abstract

Edu-Tourism is a tourism concept that combines education and tourism, with the aim of increasing tourists' understanding of culture, history and the environment in the destinations visited. In Bali, the focus of tourism is often concentrated on beaches, so that cultural and historical aspects are neglected. Therefore, efforts are needed to integrate the learning of civic education with the introduction of museums through an innovative edu-tourism approach. Geographic Information Systems (GIS) can be used for civic education learning through digital maps that display historical and cultural information at various locations in Bali. Tourists can access relevant information and develop a better understanding of Pancasila's values and national history. In addition, GIS can also be used to promote museums in Bali and provide detailed information about the collections and exhibitions offered. Combining civic education learning with the introduction of museums through an edu-tourism approach and the use of GIS provides multiple benefits. First, this approach increases tourists' awareness of Bali's cultural and historical riches, as well as enhances the preservation of valuable cultural heritage. Second, this approach provides opportunities for tourists to gain meaningful learning experiences, involving direct interaction with local culture and museum collections. An edu-tourism approach that integrates civic education learning with the introduction of museums using GIS will provide diversification in the choice of tourism activities. By directing tourists' attention to cultural and historical aspects, Bali can broaden its tourist appeal more holistically and promote a deeper understanding of its rich cultural heritage among tourists.