Teacher Strategies Based Local Wisdom in Building Character Effort of High School Students in Tomohon

Abstract

Abstract: Sociology as learning that plays a significant role in developing culture is expected to empower and make the best use of the existing local culture. Moral values that are implanted in sociology learning can build character which is the main foundation for the formation of a civilized and prosperous society. The purpose of this paper is to gain an understanding of the character education theory contained local wisdom through the sociology learning approach of High Schools students in Tomohon, which reflects the values of tolerance, solidarity, and togetherness. The analytical method used in this research is a qualitative method based on SWOT factors (strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats). Based on results, several strategies that can be applied are providing teaching materials based on Minahasa cultural studies, forming sociology teaching patterns with direct practice applying local wisdom, monitoring through structured assignments inserted with the Minahasa Mapalus culture and preserving the Mapalus culture in school and community life.
Keywords: Sociology Learning, Local Wisdom, Character Building