Internalization of Moral Values through the Free Nutritious Meal Program (MBG) in Islamic Education Institutions
Keywords:
Morality, Free Nutritious Meal Program (MBG), Primary EducationAbstract
The formation of students’ moral character requires an approach that is not solely cognitive, but also grounded in habituation within daily activities. The Free Nutritious Meal Program (MBG) has the potential to serve as a medium for the contextual internalization of moral values within the school environment. This study aims to analyze the process of internalizing moral values through the Free Nutritious Meal Program (MBG) at MI Al-Irsyad Madiun. This research employs a qualitative approach with a descriptive design. The research subjects are first-grade students, and data are collected through observation, interviews, and documentation. Data analysis is conducted through stages of data reduction, data display, and conclusion drawing, with validity ensured through source and technique triangulation. The findings indicate that the internalization of moral values in MBG activities occurs through repeated and structured habituation. The identified moral values include discipline, religiosity, gratitude, responsibility, and social awareness. These values are reflected in students’ behaviors, such as queuing in an orderly manner, reciting prayers before and after meals, finishing their food, and sharing as well as helping their peers. Furthermore, the role of teachers as mentors, role models, and reinforcers of values is a crucial factor in supporting the success of the internalization process. The Free Nutritious Meal Program (MBG) functions not only as a nutritional support initiative but also as an effective medium for fostering students’ moral character through contextual and sustainable habituation.
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