EXPLORING LIVING VALUES EDUCATION IN TUNJUK AJAR MELAYU Ryan Prayogi (a*), Kokom Komalasari (b), Rahmat (c), Iim Siti Masyitoh (d)
a, b, c, d Department of Civic Education, Indonesia University of Education., Bandung, Indonesia
*ryan.prayogi[at]upi.edu
Abstract
This study aims to explore and analyze the values of Living Values Education (LVE) embedded in Tunjuk Ajar Melayu as a form of local wisdom that functions as a moral, social, and cultural guideline in the life of the Malay community. The urgency of this research is based on the phenomenon of moral degradation and the challenges in implementing character education in the era of globalization, thus requiring the integration of universal values and local wisdom. This study employs a descriptive qualitative approach with a literature study design combined with in-depth interviews with informants consisting of traditional leaders, educators, community members, and cultural practitioners. Data analysis was conducted using thematic analysis techniques through the stages of open, axial, and selective coding. The results show that the values in Tunjuk Ajar Melayu have strong alignment with the LVE framework and can be classified into five main themes: spirituality, humanity, integrity, social harmony, and work ethic. Further thematic analysis reveals that these five themes form a hierarchical and integrated value structure as the foundation of character formation. This study provides a theoretical contribution to enriching culturally based values education studies as well as a practical contribution to the development of contextual, integrative, and relevant character education models for contemporary society.
Keywords: Living Values Education- Tunjuk Ajar Melayu- Local Wisdom
