The Development of the Model of Strengthening of Soft Skills Based on Internalizing Character Values in Catur Dharma
Abstract
This study aims to find models of reinforcement learning soft skills based on the values of characters which are internalized in catur dharma. The design of this model was established in two years. Data collected using observation, questionnaires and documents. The research sample using purposive sampling. Data Validation through member checking, triangulation, and Peer teaching. Data analysis technique conducted simultaneously with the process of data collection (on going analysis). The results showed the strengthening of the values of character not only on cognitive competencies, but also affective and psychomotor competencies, thus forming hard skills and soft skills proportionally. Reinforcement of soft skills in UISU done in a systematic and planned through catur dharma activities (education, research, service to society and the Islamic da'wah) and must be supported by an academic culture, humanitarian, and religious in the campus environment.