The Development of Character through Extra-Curricular Programs

Abstract

Development in the field of education is not merely aimed at the development of intellectual intelligence, even which is no less importantis the character building. This matter because the character is higher in value than intellectuality. Stability of life depends on the character possessed. It because the characters make people able to survive, has the stamina to keep fighting, and able to overcome the disadvantage meaningfully. Thus, the impact of character development is not only on social behavior, but also affects academic achievement. Developinglearners' character in an increasingly complex and changing world is not a simple task. Education should be properly denned, as the best means to trigger resurrection and move the times. Schools across the world must be the best place to build the character, among them extra-curricular activities. In this regard, this paper will discuss the importance of character education through extracurricular activities with subsections as follows (1) the nature of education of character, (2) character development as education needs, and (3) extra-curricular activities as container of character development.

Hackathons as extracurricular activities: Unraveling the motivational orientation behind student participation

“…Depicted as an adjunct to the primary curricula, the appreciation of its vital role stems from the positive relationships between activity participation (i.e., school‐based ECAs engaged in by students) and cognitive, psychological, and social outcomes [15,23,69]. In particular, several studies suggest that ECA participation is associated with a stronger sense of school belonging [36], better character development [65], more social and human capital [19], superior academic performance [9], a higher likelihood of attending college [53], and increased employability chances [71]. ECA examples include running for student government, competing in athletics, joining academic organizations, and participating in hackathons.…”

The extracurricular activities and student development of secondary school: Learning from Indonesia

“…The social and emotional development of students can be emphasized in extracurricular activities. Extracurricular activities according to Solfema and Pamungkas (2019) are educational activities outside school hours usually aimed at helping students develop according to their needs, potentials, talents, and interests through activities specifically organized by students and/or educational staff who are able and authorized at school. According to research (Lewis, 2004) this activity is divided into 6 different categories: general extracurricular activities, sports, work and vocational activities, performing arts, pro-social activities, and community-based activities.…”

Reflecting the Value of Character Education in Lesson Planning

“…Virtue values in character education internalized in the subject matter will provide a relvansi for student life in developing mindset and behavior (Fatimah, 2019;Lewis & Ponzio, 2016;Nur Aisyah et al, 2018). Understanding of character values is realized through actions and actions in the form of contemplation, imagination and assignment practices in everyday life (Listiawati, 2013;Solfema et al, 2019). Learning planning involves all the power, ideas poured by educators to formulate strategies, models, media and learning materials (Anugraheni et al, 2018;Fauzi & Sastra Khusuma, 2020).…”