Building Emotional Intelligence and Character in Students in Facing The Era of Society 5.0: Character Education Approach

Abstract

This research aims to investigate the importance of character education approaches in building emotional intelligence and character in students in the face of the Society 5.0 era. The society 5.0 era is characterized by rapid technological advances and complex social changes, which affect everyday life and social interaction. In this context, emotional inteligence and strong character become crucial qualities for students to face the challenges and take advantage of the opportunities offered by this era. The research uses a qualitative approach involving a number of students from different levels of education. Data is collected through in-depth interviews, class observations, and document analysis related to the character education curriculum applied in schools. Data analysis is done using thematic analysis methods. Research results show that character education approaches play an important role in building emotional intelligence and character in students in the face of the Society 5.0 era. Through this approach, students are equipped with the values, attitudes, and skills necessary to manage their emotions well, build healthy relationships, communicate effectively, develop digital ethics, and use technology responsibly. In addition, character education approaches also help students develop integrity, persistence, creativity, and critical thinking skills, which are important characteristics of the Society 5.0 era. A stronger integration between character education and the development of emotional intelligence in the school curriculum is needed. In addition, adequate training and support is needed for educators to implement an effective character education approach.