LUMINARA: A Portable Solar-Powered Learning Solution to Expand Access to Primary Education in Remote Indonesian Areas

Abstract

The 3T regions (underdeveloped, frontier, and outermost areas) in Indonesia continue to face numerous challenges in delivering primary education, including limited infrastructure, a shortage of qualified educators, and unequal access to electricity and internet connectivity. This article proposes the development of a portable learning media called Luminara, designed as a simple, environmentally friendly technological teaching aid. Luminara consists of a learning tablet, mini projector, interactive cards, and a solar panel as an independent power source. This study employs a research and development (R&D) approach. The findings indicate that a contextual and portable technology-based solution such as Luminara can address educational needs in remote areas and holds significant potential for replication in similar regions. This article also highlights the opportunity for involving local communities as part of the program’s sustainability strategy