OBSTACLES FACED BY TEACHERS IN SHAPING STUDENT CHARACTER VALUES AT SD NEGERI 16 BANDA ACEH

Abstract

The aim of this research is to find out the obstacles faced by teachers in
forming the character of students and to find out the efforts made by teachers
in forming the character of students. This research uses qualitative research
methods with a qualitative descriptive design. This research was carried out
on the basis of a phenomenon that occurred in one case at SD Negeri 16
Banda Aceh. Researchers found several students' behavior that did not reflect
the character values within the students. Researchers suspect that the decline
in character values among students at these schools is due to the formation of
character values which is still not comprehensive, as well as the existence of
various factors experienced by students, which can influence the formation of
their character values. This research describes how teachers make efforts to
shape students' character values and what obstacles teachers face in forming
students' character values. Data was collected through observation, interviews
and documentation. The results of the research show that the obstacles faced
by teachers in forming students' character values are: 1) the school
environment and school facilities and infrastructure that are less supportive; 2)
environmental factors (family and community environment); 3) lack of
teacher role models. Meanwhile, the teacher's efforts in forming students'
character values are: a) religious character b) honest character c) disciplined
character.