Optimizing Character Education in the Society through the Oral Tradition of the Permas at Nyambu Village, Kediri District, Tabanan Regency Bali

Abstract

Media information is also influential in the formation of the character of the nation so that it becomes meaningful if the information submitted by the media pay attention to the norms that apply. Information that circulates so fast not only positively impacts the development of the young generation, but often brings negative impacts that require parents, schools, and society to be the filters that can provide the best advice. Public figures and community leaders have a large share of educational progress, because public figures and community leaders usually become the reference of their citizens. Thus, character education must be embedded in different levels of life. It is not only responsible schools; therefore, it is necessary to start with the guidance of religious values and cultural values of the nation so that character education is implemented thoroughly and conserves its consistency. According to Vygostsky in his theory, Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD), states that there are four stages which is an important socio-cultural dimension as a psychological dimension. Those four stages are able to optimize character education that has been implemented by the community at Nyambu Village, Kediri District, Tabanan Regency Bali, through its permas tradition. The tradition that lasted since the 14th century is able to educate the girls in the village to become independent children and have good character.