THE ROLE OF TEACHERS IN INSTILLING NOBLE CHARACTER VALUES THROUGH PLAY METHOD

Siti Hanifah, Iis Basyiroh, Ihya Ulumudin, Eni Nuraeni

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Character education plays a crucial role in shaping students' morals, especially in early childhood. Teachers are responsible for instilling Akhlakul Karimah values to develop children's ethical and moral behavior. This study aims to analyze the role of teachers in instilling noble character values through play-based methods in early childhood education. The research employed a qualitative approach with a descriptive method. Data were collected through in-depth interviews with early childhood teachers in several educational institutions. Data analysis techniques included data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The findings indicate that the play method enhances children's understanding of moral values in a fun and interactive way. Activities such as role-playing, storytelling, and collaborative games allow children to grasp moral concepts naturally and contextually. Additionally, teachers play a central role as facilitators and role models, guiding children in applying Akhlakul Karimah values in daily life. This study concludes that the play method is an effective strategy for instilling character values in early childhood. Future research is recommended to explore the implementation of this method in broader educational contexts.

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teacher’s role, character education, play-based method, and moral values.

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.17509/recep.v6i1.84768

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