Pendidikan Kewarganegaraan di Perguruan Tinggi

Summary

This video introduces a course on Citizenship Education, led by Farel Fuad, aimed at helping students understand the importance of this subject in higher education. The course emphasizes the development of critical thinking, democratic values, and national pride, all rooted in Indonesia’s foundational principles of Pancasila and the 1945 Constitution. The lecturer explains the historical evolution of Citizenship Education in Indonesia and outlines its goals, which include fostering responsible, active citizens who contribute to societal development. Students are expected to apply democratic values and take on roles that help build a harmonious, democratic society.

Takeaways

• 😀 Civic Education in higher education remains important for fostering democratic values and a sense of responsibility among students.
• 😀 The course aims to make students understand and explain the relevance of Civic Education in university life.
• 😀 Civic Education is a mandatory course for all students, regardless of their major, to foster nationalism and love for Indonesia.
• 😀 Legal foundations for Civic Education include the Constitution of Indonesia (1945) and various related laws such as Law No. 3/2004 and Law No. 20/2003.
• 😀 The history of Civic Education in Indonesia draws influence from global movements, initially developed in the U.S. to promote citizenship and national pride.
• 😀 The course emphasizes the importance of building character, responsibility, and a sense of belonging as citizens within a democracy.
• 😀 The philosophical foundation of Civic Education is rooted in Pancasila and Indonesia's constitutional values, aiming for responsible democratic citizens.
• 😀 The goal of the course is to prepare students to be critical thinkers, active participants in democracy, and responsible citizens of Indonesia.
• 😀 The course is intended to develop students' national identity, sense of duty, and capacity for rational thinking and democratic action.
• 😀 The lecture encourages students to connect their education to their role in creating a peaceful, democratic, and diverse society in line with Pancasila values.

Q & A

What is the main focus of the first lecture in the script?

The main focus of the first lecture is to explain the importance of civic education (Pendidikan Kewarganegaraan) in higher education and its relevance for students at the university level.

Why is civic education considered important in higher education according to the script?

Civic education is important in higher education to foster a sense of nationalism, love for the country, and prepare students to be responsible, democratic citizens based on Pancasila and the 1945 Constitution of Indonesia.

What is the definition of civic education provided in the script?

Civic education is described as a program focused on democracy and political knowledge, enriched by other sources of knowledge, and aims to train students to think critically, analytically, and act democratically based on Pancasila and the 1945 Constitution.

What are the legal foundations that require civic education in universities?

Civic education is mandated by the Indonesian Constitution (1945), particularly in the Preamble, Article 27(1), and Article 31(1), as well as laws such as Law No. 3 of 2004, Law No. 20 of 2003, and Law No. 12 of 2012.

What is the historical background of civic education in Indonesia?

Civic education in Indonesia began with the influence of American models, with the aim of cultivating nationalistic values and a sense of love for the country. Over time, the subject evolved, starting as a form of political and constitutional education and later developing into the current form of civic education.

What is the purpose of civic education for university students?

The purpose is to help students develop a sense of nationality, love for the country, democracy, and participation in society. The goal is to shape students into well-rounded citizens who understand and uphold democratic principles, values, and national unity.

What competencies are expected from students after completing civic education?

After completing civic education, students are expected to possess rational thinking, maturity, dynamism, a broad perspective, and democratic behavior as Indonesian citizens. They should also demonstrate discipline, active participation in societal matters, and contribute to a peaceful, diverse society.

What are the core standards of competence for students in civic education?

The core competencies include critical thinking, maturity, a dynamic approach, broad viewpoints, and a democratic mindset. Students should also develop an understanding of their responsibilities as Indonesian citizens.

How does the script describe the philosophical, socio-political, and pedagogical aspects of civic education?

The script emphasizes that civic education plays a crucial role in shaping the character and civilization of the nation. It aims to educate citizens who are democratic, responsible, and uphold the values of Pancasila in both public and private life.

What is the vision and mission of civic education in Indonesian universities according to the script?

The vision and mission are to instill the foundational values of the nation's struggle, foster awareness of nationhood and statehood, and encourage responsible application of knowledge in the context of humanity, democracy, and national development.