The Role of Physical Education and Sports in National Character Formation

Nurain Karatlau; Muh. Mawardi; Abu Bakar; Andi Kasanrawali; Agus Kurniadi

Authors

Nurain Karatlau Universitas Muhammadiyah Sorong Author
Muh. Mawardi Universitas Muhammadiyah Sorong Author https://orcid.org/0009-0005-1079-4187
Abu Bakar Universitas Muhammadiyah Sorong Author
Andi Kasanrawali Universitas Islam Kalimantan Muhammad Arsyad Al Banjari Author
Agus Kurniadi Universitas Muhammadiyah Sorong Author

Keywords:

Physical Education and Sports; Character Education; Character Building; National Character; Students.

Abstract

Physical Education and Sports play an important role in shaping national character because they not only focus on developing physical fitness but also on internalising character values. This study aims to examine the role of Physical Education and Sports in shaping students' character based on a literature review. The research method used is qualitative with a literature study (library research) approach, involving the exploration of relevant books, scientific journals, articles, and official documents. The data was analysed descriptively and analytically to gain a comprehensive understanding of the contribution of Physical Education, Sports, and Health (PJOK) to the formation of national character. The study results indicate that Physical Education and Sports learning is effective in instilling character values such as discipline, honesty, sportsmanship, responsibility, cooperation, and nationalism through physical activities that are contextual and based on direct experience. In addition, the role of physical education teachers as educators and role models of values is crucial to the successful character development of students. Therefore, Physical Education and Sports need to be optimised as an integral part of the national education system to support the strengthening of character education.

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