al-Afkar, Journal For Islamic Studies
Vol. 9 No. 2 (2026)

Analysis of Effective Learning Strategies to Improve Intercultural Understanding in the School Environment: SMAN 1 Lembar

Rahmat Setiawan (Pendidikan Pancasila dan Kewarganegaraan, Universitas Mataram)
Dita Septiana Ultami (Pendidikan Pancasila dan Kewarganegaraan, Universitas Mataram)
Ernawati (Pendidikan Pancasila dan Kewarganegaraan, Universitas Mataram)
Eyin Puspita Sari (Pendidikan Pancasila dan Kewarganegaraan, Universitas Mataram)
Hesti Nila Kusnita (Pendidikan Pancasila dan Kewarganegaraan, Universitas Mataram)
Sawaludin (Pendidikan Pancasila dan Kewarganegaraan, Universitas Mataram)



Article Info

Publish Date
28 Jun 2026

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the level of students' intercultural understanding, challenges in implementing multicultural education, and multicultural-based learning strategies at SMAN 1 Lembar. This study used a mixed methods method with a questionnaire survey, in-depth interviews, and a systematic literature review. The results show that the majority of students have a good understanding of cultural diversity, although cross-cultural awareness still needs to be improved. Programs such as the Pancasila Student Profile Strengthening Project (P5) and Saturday Culture have a positive influence on students' intercultural understanding, but further development is needed. Multicultural-based learning strategies in PPKn subjects have proven effective through heterogeneous group discussions, case studies, and culture-based learning media. This study recommends the integration of multicultural education in the curriculum, teacher training, and strengthening of culture-based programs to create an inclusive and tolerant learning environment, in accordance with the principles of the Pancasila Student Profile.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

Afkar_Journal

Publisher

Subject

Social Sciences

Description

al-Afkar, Journal for Islamic Studies is published by Association of Secondment Lecturers (Asosiasi Dosen DPK) UIN Sunan Gunung Djati Bandung Indonesia. Focus of al-Afkar, Journal for Islamic Studies is on publishing original empirical research articles and theoretical reviews of Islamic Studies, ...