Application of Service-Learning for Developing Curiosity, Responsibility, and Honesty of Biology Education's Students, Sanata Dharma University

Abstract

This study aims to describe the application of Service-Learning in developing the values of curiosity, responsibility, and honesty of the students of the Biology Education Study Program, Sanata Dharma University. This research used a mixed method of qualitative and quantitative. The research subjects were 76 students of Natural Resources Management (NRM) course, Academic Year of 2016/2017. The data was collected using questionnaires and documented in the form of activity report of Service-Learning. The results showed that Service-Learning can develop the students' curiosity, responsibility, and honesty. Character development can occur because students are invited directly involved in identifying the problems that occur in the community and implement programs of community service activities. Through Service-Learning, students can apply the theory of learning into the real world problem in the society. It can indirectly develop students' responsibilities as citizens.