EDUCATIONAL MODEL BASED ON LOCAL WISDOM FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF STUDENT CHARACTER: A CASE STUDY OF THE MAKIAN ETHNIC NORTH MALUKU INDONESIA
This study aims to develop a model of local wisdom-based education for character development that can be used in schools. This study is significant because there is currently a phenomenon of character-lacking attitudes and behaviors among students and the younger generation in general. Research and Development is the study method employed. Qualitative research was used at the field study stage, and at the trial stage, a quasi-experiment with a one-group pretest-posttest design was used. The study's findings show that the Makian community has an effective education pattern for passing on cultural values and traditions to the next generation. Furthermore, education based on local wisdom for character development in schools has benefited students, schools, and society. Moreover, character education in schools will be effective if: (a) fundamental character values are drawn from local culture, family, and society; (b) curricular and extracurricular programs are integrated to support character education; and (c) principals and teachers serve as Joguru, role models, substitutes for parents at school, protectors, controllers, and controllers of student behavior.
Good Manners, Local Wisdom, Joguru, Patron-Client.