Digital Media based on Pancasila Values to Stimulate Character Building in Early Childhood
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Abstract
Character development in children needs to be prepared to realise the golden generation of Indonesian children in 2045. Teachers play an important role in instilling character education according to Pancasila values in schools, especially Early Childhood Education institutions. To facilitate learning, teachers must prepare special methods that are by the time so that it is easier for children to carry out activities. In this era of digitisation, the role of digital media is very much needed. This study aims to develop digital media based on Pancasila values to stimulate character formation in early childhood. This research is the basis for developing curriculum models and digital media in the Independent Learning Curriculum in every Early Childhood Education Unit in Indonesia. Respondents in this study were educators, parents, and students at Early Childhood Education Institutions in the DKI Jakarta area. Research method with a qualitative approach. Research results in Digital media provide opportunities for children to master various life skills that are useful for children to gain knowledge, values, and good attitudes in adapting to the environment. Digital media is needed to facilitate the delivery of material. Digital media can transmit messages from the sender to the recipient to stimulate students' thoughts, feelings, concerns, and interests in such a way that the learning process occurs.