IMPLEMENTATION OF INCLUSIVE EDUCATION IN INCREASING THE SOCIAL CARING CHARACTER IN SD NEGERI 1 TANJUNG

Abstract

This study aims to: 1) describe the implementation of inclusive education in increasing the social caring character in SD Negeri 1 Tanjung, 2) describe the supporting and inhibiting factors in the implementation of inclusive education in increasing the social caring character in SD Negeri 1 Tanjung. This type of qualitative research uses a case study approach. The research was conducted at SD Negeri 1 Tanjung. The subjects of this study were inclusive managers, class teachers, shadow teachers, and five students. Data collection techniques using observation, interviews, and documentation. Research results: 1) Learning in class. The learning process in class runs smoothly, and the socially caring character of students has appeared during class learning. 2) Habituation. Habituation in schools is carried out according to a predetermined schedule. 3) School activities. There are two school activities: an inclusive celebration for Children with Special Needs and an art performance for all students, all of whom participate enthusiastically in school activities. The supporting factors are that regular students appreciate the existence of students with special needs and inclusive education training for teachers. The inhibiting factors are that there are only two Special Assistance Teachers, and the teacher's educational background is not in Special Education.