Preservation Of A Cultural Tradition: An Ethnomethodological Study Of Yakan Weavers’ Communicative Practices

Abstract

This study looked at the views of the weavers on Yakan tennun and analyzed how these views define their communicative practices to preserve their Yakan culture and tradition with the use of an ethomethodological approach. The collection and analysis of the qualitative data from the key informants were underpinned by the use of grounded theory. The result showed that the Yakans' ways of communicating inevitably shifted throughout time alongside the development of their cultures; conversely, the Yakan culture and traditions evolved alongside societal advancements. This context reflected the many different facets of indigenous activities that are significant from a communicative perspective. This exhibits a deeper understanding of cultural views and practices in the course of cultural preservation is achieved through a communicative approach. Thus, it is now understood that culture has a significant impact on communication in the same way that communication influences culture. Without communication and the many ways to communicate, it would be impossible to keep and pass on cultural traditions. Cultural elements like practices, norms and values are formed by the way people think and act in ways that depend on each other and communicate. These aspects of the social environment of culture shed light on what a community views as essential to what it is to be human. Namely, the capacity to maintain one's individuality while also participating in a collective endeavor is highlighted.