Strengthening Students’ Participatory Skills in Pancasila Education in the Digital Era (Case Study at SMPN 12 Surabaya)

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the process of strengthening students' participatory skills in Pancasila Education in the context of the digital era. Participatory skills refer to students' ability to actively express opinions, engage in discussions, and participate in decision-making processes that reflect the character of democratic citizenship. Amid the challenges of digital transformation in education, Pancasila Education is expected to transmit values while fostering citizenship competencies relevant to the 21st-century context. This study uses a qualitative approach with a case study method at SMP Negeri 12 Surabaya. Data collection techniques include observation, in-depth interviews with teachers and students, and documentation of learning designs. The research findings reveal that participatory skills can be enhanced through discussion-based learning methods, problem-based learning models, project-based learning models, and the use of the Lapor.go.id digital platform that encourages active student involvement. This study also highlights the important roles of teacher support, a democratic classroom environment, and technology integration in creating participatory
learning spaces.