Model Pendidikan Karakter Berbasis Budaya Maritim dalam Membentuk Etos Kerja dan Kepemimpinan Siswa

Abstract

The research background is grounded in the importance of strengthening character education that is not merely normative but also rooted in local wisdom, specifically the maritime culture prevalent in Indonesia's coastal and archipelagic communities. This study aims to develop a maritime culture-based character education model to shape students' work ethic and leadership in a contextual, adaptive, and sustainable manner. This study employs a qualitative approach utilizing literature review and conceptual analysis methods regarding various theories of character education, maritime culture, and student leadership. The findings indicate that maritime cultural values such as hard work, discipline, resilience, responsibility, solidarity, courage in decision-making, and collective leadership can be effectively internalized through curriculum integration, contextual learning, school culture habituation, and maritime-based extracurricular activities. The implementation of this model fosters the development of independence, a strong work ethic, collaborative skills, and adaptive and visionary leadership among students. Furthermore, this model reinforces cultural identity and enhances the relevance of learning to the students' social environment. Consequently, maritime culture-based character education serves as a strategic and innovative approach to shaping a generation with strong character, a high work ethic, and leadership qualities responsive to contemporary challenges and regional development.