Strengthening Student Nationalism Through Civic Education at Timor University

Abstract

This research aims to (1) Describe the strengthening of student nationalism through civic education at Timor University, (2) Analyze the obstacles and challenges in strengthening student nationalism through civic education at Timor University, (3) Analyze the efforts made in facing challenges and obstacles in strengthening student nationalism through civic education at Timor University. This research uses a case study method with a qualitative approach. Determination of research data sources using purposive techniques, namely: Civics lecturers, and Civics class students. Data collection techniques using observation, interviews and documentation techniques. Data analysis uses the Miles, Huberman, and Saldana model with three stages, namely: data condensation, data presentation and conclusion drawing. The results of this study indicate that (1) strengthening student nationalism through civic education is carried out by applying innovative and interactive learning methods, namely, lectures, discussions, and hands-on learning. (2) challenges and obstacles in strengthening student nationalism in the border region of Indonesia and Timor Leste are the complexity of cultural identity, limited facilities in learning, and technological developments. (3) efforts made in overcoming challenges and obstacles in strengthening student nationalism through civic education in the border areas of Indonesia and Timor Leste are carried out with several activities, namely the development of more interactive learning methods such as project-based learning, empowerment programs for nationalism values