MULTICULTURAL EDUCATION AS A FOUNDATION FOR INDONESIAN CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT IN EARLY CHILDHOOD

Abstract

Background: Recently, cases of child abuse and neglect have become everyone's concern. One example that is currently making the government and society shocked and sad is the case of neglect and abuse which resulted in the death of a little girl in Bali. This case is a crime against children which indicates that character in this era is increasingly unequal. Therefore, education has an urgency to teach characters that can make someone mature. According to Yaya Suryana and Rusdian, education is expected to be mature because being mature is a characteristic of having character. Therefore, every adult has a character that suits him. Therefore, education needs to encourage someone to be themselves

Objective: This literature study aims to analyze the relationship between Multicultural Based Education and Indonesian Character in Early Childhood Education

Method: This article uses a literature review research method with reference sources from previous research journals

Discussion: Early Childhood Education (PAUD) in Indonesia adopts a multicultural approach based on Indonesian character, which emphasizes the values of national spirit and love of the homeland amidst diversity. By instilling the values of tolerance, democracy, justice, peace and unity, this education aims to form a young generation who is aware of diversity and able to live in harmony. Implementation is carried out through cultural arts activities, interactive learning, an inclusive environment, and respect for diversity. It is hoped that Indonesian children will grow up as individuals with strong character who are ready to face global challenges without losing their national identity.

Keywords: Education, Multicultural, Indonesian Character