The Role of Teachers in Implementing Education Multiculturalism at the Islamic Center Foundation of North Sumatra

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10.2991/978-2-38476-499-0_41How to use a DOI?

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Role of teachers; multicultural education; tolerance; diversity; Islamic Center Foundation of North Sumatra

Abstract

This study aims to examine the role of teachers in implementing multicultural education at the Islamic Center Foundation of North Sumatra. Multicultural education is essential in shaping students’ character to be tolerant, inclusive, and respectful of cultural, ethnic, and religious diversity. Using a qualitative approach with a case study method, data were collected through in-depth interviews, classroom observations, and documentation. The findings show that teachers play a strategic role as facilitators, motivators, and role models in instilling multicultural values. In practice, teachers actively integrate multicultural content into learning, create spaces for open dialogue among students, and foster a classroom culture that embraces differences. Teachers also act as mediators in resolving conflicts related to students’ diverse backgrounds. However, challenges remain, including the lack of specialized training and the limited availability of contextual teaching materials. These findings confirm that strengthening teachers’ capacity is a key factor in the successful implementation of multicultural education in faith-based schools.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Supsiloani Supsiloani
AU  - Bakhrul Khair Amal
AU  - Sry Lestari Samosir
AU  - Badaruddin Badarudin
PY  - 2025
DA  - 2025/12/12
TI  - The Role of Teachers in Implementing Education Multiculturalism at the Islamic Center Foundation of North Sumatra
BT  - Proceedings of the International Conference on Social Sciences and Interdisciplinary Studies (ICSSIS 2025)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 501
EP  - 512
SN  - 2352-5398
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-2-38476-499-0_41
DO  - 10.2991/978-2-38476-499-0_41
ID  - Supsiloani2025
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