Character Formation in High Class Students at SD Muhammadiyah 13 Medan

Abstract

Character is the core values that define a person, shaped by hereditary factors and environmental influences that distinguish him from other people and become evident in attitudes and behavior in everyday life. As a characteristic and state identity Character is the most important and valuable thing, the most important behavior, which is the source of the values of Human interaction. This research aims to find out what influences the character of students at Muhammadiyah 13 Medan Private Elementary School. As well as knowing what things can influence the character education of students at Muhammadiyah 13 Medan Private Elementary School. The method used in this research is a qualitative descriptive method. The results of the analysis from this research show that the most important factors influencing student character are family, teachers, the surrounding environment, and learning media. If one of them is not present, then the formation of student character will not form properly, because teachers, learning media, and student learning models have a large role in forming student character. To support this, it is a good idea for teachers to strengthen their character. Next, the most important factor is love and support from the family. Because if there is no support from the family it will hamper the process of forming student character