INTEGRATION OF CHARACTER EDUCATION IN PKN LEARNING IN ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS ACCORDING TO NEL NODDINGS

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the integration of character education in Citizenship   Education (PKn) learning in elementary schools based on the perspective ofethics of careproposed by Nel Noddings. The method used was descriptive qualitative research with data collection techniques through interviews with four elementary school teachers in Lampung Province. Data were analyzed using descriptive qualitative analysis techniques through the stages of collection, grouping, analysis, and drawing conclusions. The results of the study indicate that teachers understand the importance of character education as an integral part of civics learning. The implementation of character education is carried out through the habituation of moral values, discussion activities, cooperation between students, and teacher role models in everyday life. The approachethics of carehas proven relevant because it emphasizes a warm, empathetic, and caring relationship between teachers and students. However, its implementation still faces obstacles such as limited learning time, differences in students' family backgrounds, and minimal teacher training related to character education. This study concludes that the success of character education in Civics learning requires synergy between schools, families, and the community, as well as strengthening teacher competencies in implementing a caring-based approach.