Social Science Education in The Middle of Multicultural Society

Social Science Education in The Middle of Multicultural Society

Indonesian society has a complex diversity level which is often referred as  multicultural society. Based on this concept, there is close connection between the establishment of a society in accordance with unity in diversity and the realization of a national culture which unifies Indonesia. However, in practice, there are still many obstacles that prevent the development of multiculturalism in Indonesian society. In order to compete in international level, Indonesian people must be able to cope with the problems in the national level, especially, in upholding the unity of the nation. Nevertheless, social conflicts frequently appear and even lead to violence. This research discusses the importance of social science education for the young generation in order to minimize or even eradicate the problems that occur in the middle of  multicultural society.

Keywords: Education, Social Science, Multicultural

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The Importance of Information Literacy for Educators and Learners

The Importance of Information Literacy for Educators and Learners

Literacy is generally defined as a person's ability to read, write, and speak. Most people only think that reading and writing comprehension as complementary skills which are used at any time, or even frequently used when receiving information from raw reading regardless of its validity. However, we know that  information and its resources are growing rapidly including not only positive things but also a lot of negative things even hoaxes. Thus,  every individual need information literacy to filter the information they get. Information literacy is a person's ability to comprehend when the information is needed, to search, analyze, evaluate, and communicate the information effectively. For an educator, information literacy is something fundamental that must be owned and mastered in order to develop creativity in teaching and to create innovations in learning and to able to act as a mediator of actual information. Literacy information must also be owned by the learners so that they can learn to think critically and creatively.

Keywords: Literacy, Information Literacy, Educators, Learners
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Teachers and Parents' Role in Children Cognitive Development

 Teachers and Parents' Role in Children Cognitive Development

Changes in individual development is a result of interrelated biological, cognitive, and socio-emotional processes. In the late childhood stage (7-12), children have been able to think logically towards actual objects in their cognitive development. It would be unfortunate if their way to think is not controlled well. Education is essential in this real operational stage, because without a proper education, a negative self-concept may be formed. Teacher is an indispensable and influential factor in enhancing children’s ability to think. This research deals with teacher’s role  in helping their students to achieve the equal assimilation and accommodation in each individual. Teachers should understand each individual’s characteristics. Teachers have to meet the requirements of having high qualification, competence, and dedication in doing their job professionally. In addition to teachers, parents also play an important role in children development. They should be aware that their children education is also their responsibility, not only educational institutions responsibility. Therefore, teachers and parents should establish an effective communication to provide accomplished services for their children.

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Cognitive Development, Teachers Role, Parents Role

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