The Role of Community Learning Centers (PKBM) in Instilling Character Values

Abstract

The Role of the Community Learning Center (PKBM) in Instilling Character Values ​​in the Community of Jabon Village, Banyakan District, Kediri Regency. This study aims to identify: (1) the types of work programs organized by the PKBM in Jabon Village to instill character values ​​in community members; (2) the PKBM's efforts to instill character values ​​in the learners participating in the center; and (3) the supporting and inhibiting factors affecting the PKBM in instilling character values ​​among community members. To achieve these objectives, the study employed a qualitative approach, specifically descriptive qualitative research. Data were collected through observation, interviews, and documentation, utilizing both primary and secondary data sources. The results indicate that: (1) the PKBM work programs in Jabon Village aimed at instilling character values ​​include the Community Reading Garden (TBM), literacy education, equivalency education, life skills training, and women's empowerment; (2) the PKBM's efforts to instill character values ​​involve (a) reciting prayers before and after learning sessions, (b) maintaining cleanliness, aesthetics, and orderliness within the PKBM environment, (c) upholding national traditions and culture, and (d) implementing programs beneficial to all segments of society; and (3) supporting factors include partners located in every village within Banyakan District and tutors who guide community members in understanding lessons aligned with the PKBM's work programs, whereas inhibiting factors include a lack of community interest in participating in PKBM activities or programs in Jabon Village and issues regarding inadequate facilities.