Creative Character-Based Curriculum Development for Students in Phase C

Abstract

Abstract

One effort to support the implementation of the Independent Curriculum in elementary schools, especially for Phase C students, is through the development of a creative character-based curriculum. This study aims to detail how to process, use, and assess the practical activity of processing used cooking oil waste into aromatherapy candles. Qualitative descriptive research was used, and data collection was described through observation and documentation. The Miles and Huberman model is a data analysis process, which includes equipment, drawing conclusions, and data reduction. In addition, data validity was tested through triangulation of techniques and sources. The results of the study indicate that the practice of processing used cooking oil waste can be effective for students. In the assessment aspect, it obtained very good results, such as activity planning, idea creativity, cooperation, process skills, and work safety. This activity trains students to think creatively and collaborate, increases environmental awareness, and provides contextual learning experiences. Thus, the practice of processing used cooking oil waste can be applied as an effective learning strategy for Phase C elementary school students who want to follow a creative character-based curriculum.