PENDIDIKAN KARAKTER MELALUI SOSIALISASI BULLYING KEPADA PESERTA DIDIK DI KELAS XI SMA NEGERI 1 PERCUT SEI TUAN

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the formation of students' character through bullying socialization in Class XI of SMA Negeri 1 Percut Sei Tuan. Bullying socialization is carried out as an effort to prevent and increase students' awareness of the negative impacts of bullying behavior. The research method used is a quantitative descriptive method with data collection techniques through observation sheets and questionnaires. The population in this study was 346 students, with a sample of 34 students selected using purposive sampling techniques. The results of the study showed that bullying socialization played a significant role in forming positive character of students, especially in aspects of empathy, honesty, and social responsibility. Based on the results of data analysis, as many as 85% of students experienced an increase in understanding of the impacts of bullying and showed better behavioral changes in social interactions in the school environment. Thus, bullying socialization can be used as an effective strategy in forming better student character.