Marakka' bola as an educational vehicle for youth character values in South Sulawesi

<p>This study explores the <em>Marakka' Bola</em> tradition as an educational medium to instil character values in the youth of South Sulawesi. Employing a qualitative research approach, data were gathered through observation, interviews, and documentation. The...

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Main Authors: Dewi Handayani, Arifuddin Arif, Nurliana Nurliana, Dian Sari, Roma Wijaya
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Language:English
Published: Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta 2025-03-01
Series:Jurnal Civics: Media Kajian Kewarganegaraan
Online Access:https://scholarhub.uny.ac.id/civics/vol22/iss1/17
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author Dewi Handayani
Arifuddin Arif
Nurliana Nurliana
Dian Sari
Roma Wijaya
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description <p>This study explores the <em>Marakka' Bola</em> tradition as an educational medium to instil character values in the youth of South Sulawesi. Employing a qualitative research approach, data were gathered through observation, interviews, and documentation. The <em>Marakka' Bola</em> tradition, widely practised in Palakka Village, Barru District, embodies the values of unity, cooperation, and integrity. The findings reveal that the <em>Marakka' Bola </em>tradition is a significant cultural heritage of the Bugis community, recognised as an intangible cultural asset of Indonesia. It is a practical application of Pancasila values, particularly <em>gotong royong</em> (cooperation). However, the research identifies challenges, such as waning youth participation in traditional practices due to modernisation and a lack of cultural and educational significance awareness. By engaging in <em>Marakka' Bola</em>, participants experience a sense of togetherness and solidarity, essential for cultivating a strong societal character. This study underscores the importance of preserving ancestral traditions like <em>Marakka' Bola</em>, not only as a cultural identity but also as a dynamic tool for character education. The research advocates for integrating traditional practices into broader educational frameworks to address contemporary challenges in youth character development and enhance community cohesion.</p>
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spelling doaj-art-84b03d6c61e3433e91dca97e4bd1b8a02025-08-20T01:58:37ZengUniversitas Negeri YogyakartaJurnal Civics: Media Kajian Kewarganegaraan2541-19182025-03-0122110.21831/jc.v22i1.1284Marakka' bola as an educational vehicle for youth character values in South SulawesiDewi Handayani0Arifuddin Arif1Nurliana Nurliana2Dian Sari3Roma Wijaya4Sekolah Tinggi Agama Islam Morowali, IndonesiaUniversitas Islam Negeri Datokarma Palu, IndonesiaSekolah Tinggi Agama Islam Morowali, IndonesiaUniversitas Lampung, IndonesiaAnkara Üniversitesi, Turkey <p>This study explores the <em>Marakka' Bola</em> tradition as an educational medium to instil character values in the youth of South Sulawesi. Employing a qualitative research approach, data were gathered through observation, interviews, and documentation. The <em>Marakka' Bola</em> tradition, widely practised in Palakka Village, Barru District, embodies the values of unity, cooperation, and integrity. The findings reveal that the <em>Marakka' Bola </em>tradition is a significant cultural heritage of the Bugis community, recognised as an intangible cultural asset of Indonesia. It is a practical application of Pancasila values, particularly <em>gotong royong</em> (cooperation). However, the research identifies challenges, such as waning youth participation in traditional practices due to modernisation and a lack of cultural and educational significance awareness. By engaging in <em>Marakka' Bola</em>, participants experience a sense of togetherness and solidarity, essential for cultivating a strong societal character. This study underscores the importance of preserving ancestral traditions like <em>Marakka' Bola</em>, not only as a cultural identity but also as a dynamic tool for character education. The research advocates for integrating traditional practices into broader educational frameworks to address contemporary challenges in youth character development and enhance community cohesion.</p>https://scholarhub.uny.ac.id/civics/vol22/iss1/17
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title Marakka' bola as an educational vehicle for youth character values in South Sulawesi
title_full Marakka' bola as an educational vehicle for youth character values in South Sulawesi
title_fullStr Marakka' bola as an educational vehicle for youth character values in South Sulawesi
title_full_unstemmed Marakka' bola as an educational vehicle for youth character values in South Sulawesi
title_short Marakka' bola as an educational vehicle for youth character values in South Sulawesi
title_sort marakka bola as an educational vehicle for youth character values in south sulawesi
url https://scholarhub.uny.ac.id/civics/vol22/iss1/17
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