PENDIDIKAN KARAKTER MELALUI PEMBELAJARAN SASTRA

Abstract: Character Education through Literature Learning. One of the important
aspects in appropriate literature learning is character education. Based on the
results of several studies, some conclusions can be drawn. First, essentially
literature is a medium of mental and intellectual enlightenment, the most
important aspect in character education. Second, there are a variety of literary
works that need appreciating as they are important in the character development.
Third, literature learning relevant to the character development is one that enables
learners to develop their awareness of reading and writing as important
prerequisites for the character development. Fourth, literary books relevant to the
character development are those with beautiful language capable of making the
readers moved, containing high humanistic values, and encouraging the readers to
treat other people and creatures well.
Keywords: literature, literature learning, character education