Analysis of Character Education Values: School-Based Character in Indonesia

Abstract

Character Education Enhancement is a deliberate and systematic initiative aimed at cultivating conduct and nurturing the intellectual facets of students. This is achieved by reinforcing the synergy among emotions, thoughts, and physical exercise through habitual practices. This study seeks to assess the incorporation of school-based character education, examining the integration of the five core values from Indonesia's Strengthening Character Education: religiosity, nationalism, independence, mutual cooperation, and integrity. Employing a qualitative research method, data were sourced from school principals, teachers, and students, with data collection focusing on all fourth-grade students at SDN Menteng 01 Jakarta. The analysis followed an interactive model, data condensation, data display, and conclusion drawing. Additionally, triangulation of data from observations, interviews, and documentation was conducted. The study's findings indicate the successful implementation of the five main values of school-based character education at SDN Menteng 01 Jakarta. The execution of these character education values involves various aspects, such as religious habituation activities (praying, reciting the Koran, and reading prayers before studying) for the Religiosity value, fostering a love for the motherland, national spirit, and respect for diversity for Nationalism, and promoting creativity, discipline, courage, and a commitment to learning for Independence. Similarly, values like cooperation, mutual assistance, and building solidarity contribute to the implementation of Mutual Cooperation, while honesty, courtesy, politeness, and exemplary behavior uphold the value of Integrity. The research concludes that teachers effectively impart the five core values of character education, seamlessly integrating them into the planning, execution, and evaluation of learning, as evidenced by the reflective notes maintained by the teachers.