JOAPE
Vol. 2 No. 1 (2025): Journal of Asian Primary Education (JOAPE)

Multicultural Education; An Effort To Build Harmony In Diversity In Elementary Schools

Jajat, Jajat Darojat (Unknown)
Somantri (Unknown)



Article Info

Publish Date
30 Mar 2025

Abstract

Indonesia is a country with high diversity that includes ethnicity, religion, culture, language, and socio-economic background. This diversity is clearly reflected in the primary school environment, which is the initial stage of children's character building. However, if not managed properly, diversity can lead to social conflicts such as intolerance and discrimination. Therefore, multicultural education becomes a strategic approach in instilling the values of tolerance, mutual respect and empathy from an early age. This education not only introduces students to diversity, but also guides them to understand and respect differences as social wealth. Integrating multicultural values into the basic curriculum can strengthen inclusive attitudes and create a learning environment that is friendly to all differences. The role of teachers, schools, as well as support from parents and communities is crucial in building an inclusive atmosphere in primary schools. Through this approach, primary education can produce a generation that is not only academically intelligent, but also has high social intelligence and is ready to live peacefully in a pluralistic and global society.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

Joape

Publisher

Subject

Education

Description

Journal of Asian Primary Education (JOAPE) is a scientific journal published by the Kalimasada group publisher. This journal will be first published in 2024 with a publication ratio of 2 times a year, namely in March and September. This journal has a scope in the field of basic education. This ...