Character Education by Applying Local Wisdom of Banjar Cultural Values

Abstract

This study aims to determine how character education by applying local wisdom of Banjar cultural values is an important effort in shaping the character of students who are not only academically intelligent, but also have good morals and ethics. Through the application of these values, students are expected to grow into individuals who contribute positively to society and the nation in the future. The local wisdom of Banjar cultural values, which includes cultural values, customs and traditions, provides a strong foundation for the development of children's or learners' character. This research uses a qualitative approach with a descriptive method. The aim is to describe in depth how the local wisdom of Banjar culture is applied in character education. This research focuses on the experiences, practices, and perceptions of teachers and students towards Banjar cultural values in the educational environment. The research subjects consisted of teachers, principals, students, parents and traditional leaders in elementary schools or kindergartens in South Kalimantan, especially in areas that still actively preserve Banjar culture. The sample selection technique used purposive sampling, where respondents were selected based on their involvement in the application or preservation of Banjar cultural values in educational settings. This information provides a representative picture of the implementation of local culture-based character education in South Kalimantan.