Advances in Social Science, Education and Humanities Research, volume 251

Annual Civic Education Conference (ACEC 2018)

The Paradigm of Value Ideology of Pancasila as the

Basis of Citizenship Education in the Global
Perspective

Suwarma Al Muchtar*, Dede Iswandi

Department of Civic Education
Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia
Bandung, Indonesia
*suwarma@[Link]

Abstract— Negative influences of globalization has eroded the Pancasila that theism religious-identity nation of Indonesia will
values of Pancasila Ideology as the nation identity and becoming the difficulty of addressing challenges and ideology crush. The
a serious problem in Indonesia. This research aims to examine euphoria of reform that adore freedom, including the freedom
and describe the values the philosophy of Pancasila as the core of "berideologi", then surely the people of Indonesia are
citizenship education in accordance with a global perspective. unconsciously headed degradation and collapse as a nation
This study used a qualitative approach using the study of with national ideology of Pancasila. The challenge, among
literature. Data collection was done through the study of others, in the form of a national challenge (internal) and
documentation and library studies, while data analysis is done international (external), especially the process of degradation
through the presentation of data, data reduction and withdrawal
of national insight as the impact of globalization- liberalization;
of the conclusion. The results showed that the Pancasila
philosophy based on the paradigm of values contained therein,
the dynamics of modernization that was further struck the man
namely the value of customs, socio-cultural nation of Indonesia as part of postmodernism, the tendency of Revere freedom for
which is the identity of the nation of Indonesia should be the core the sake of freedom; the cult of individualism in the name of
content of educational charge Citizenship in Indonesia because it HUMAN RIGHTS based on the principle of liberalism, not
could have implications for the normative value of the practice of based on a system of philosophy and the view of her life (my
the Constitution in daily life and will be able to become a factor Weltanschauung) as the nation and the State. As a result most
of filtration against negative influences of globalization. This citizens will be affected and implicates to occurrence of erosion
became the core of the strengthening of civic education in the of ideology; the dynamics of globalization- liberalization [2].
development of citizens who have a goal to realize the good Because of the freedom, rights and individual human
citizens and smart. rationality is recognized when these individuals are members
of the political community [3].
Keywords— the value of the ideology of pancasila; civic
education The emergence of the ideology of the Neo in the era of
globalization is affecting implementation and the ideological
purity of theology developing countries, affects the
I. INTRODUCTION
implementation and also on the ability of the citizens of
Nowadays, the phenomena of empirical facts and negative Indonesia actualize the ideology of Pancasila. Civics and
influences of globalization in Indonesia such as moral Citizenship Education citizenship in Indonesia as faced with
decadence is becoming a serious problem which must be the challenge to strengthen core citizenship education in
immediately dealt with massive and sustained. Globalization addressing the challenges of overcoming the negative
has brought social and cultural changes very quickly and touch influences of globalization especially related global challenges
system change value, thereby affecting the socio-cultural and ideology crush. This is because the civic education has a
issues. The complexity of social issues getting stronger towards sacred mission with idealism to the intellectual life of the
the turbulence situation. Socio-cultural changes caused by the nation based on the character and civilization to the
revolution of globalization has brought the community to be establishment of the nation to be democratic, human and
able to face those changes as part of a citizen of the world [1]. responsible both socio-political philosophy, and
psychopedagogical [4].
In the era of reforms Indonesia experienced the challenges
and nationally crush and globally from a variety of familiar in Wahab States that in the new nationality must understand
the world such as neo-liberalism, neo-capitalism, neo- actualize by practicing the values of Pancasila which had been
imperialism and neo-communism. When the people of almost forgotten as both a philosophical basis, and the State
Indonesia as human beings and as Nations do not face these ideology [5]. Without practice the values of Pancasila in
challenges with a spirit of national insight that imbued the actualize new nationality that understand the problems faced
philosophy of life (my Weltanschauung) philosophy of now (in Indonesia as one of the great nation) if without the

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philosophical and ideological base, then almost it is certain to principle upheld the fulfillment and protection of human
fail in the nation-building efforts. Therefore necessary to build rights in a fair and civilized Humanity Sila (a fair and
Civics education ideology of Pancasila as the value based on Civilised). Commitment to a just and civilized humanity
the Constitution of the year 1945 in a Global perspective. requires a willingness to treat others well, even strangers,
in a manner that is fair, free from suspicion, exploitation,
In an effort to understand the direction of citizenship and oppression. This is a form of the fulfillment and
education as a values education and character of Pancasila with protection of human rights;
regard to socio-cultural values change accelerated with the
information and communication technology, the development 3. The third Sila stated commitment to Indonesia's unity
paradigm and approach in the science of social science. This (Unity Sila Indonesia). Indonesia is an archipelago which
study proposes a paradigm science citizenship upon the has a vast archipelago that stretches approximately 5,000
philosophy of Pancasila. This aims to enhance citizenship kilo meters away across the sea, with 13,000 islands and
education as ideology Pancasila values, education in the approximately 350 different ethnic groups, therefore this
information retrieval of the actual problems, using information principle emphasizes the unity of the country;
and communication technology appropriately in accordance
with the purpose of establishing the country faithful, devoted to 4. The fourth Sila emphasizes the idea of people who led or
governed by a wise policy through a process of
God Almighty and noble character.
consultation and consensus (Sila Populist led by Wisdom
in Consultative/representative). Word of deliberation is a
II. METHOD connotation of discussions and deliberations among
This study used a qualitative approach through the method members of the public, but does not show ideas such as
of the study of literature. This method is based on the study of the powers of the majority and minority rights, but rather
literature such as books and journals. This research attempts to to put forward to the principle of tolerance and mutual
examine and describe the characteristics of the values of valuing with the orientation of a consensus decision based
Pancasila philosophy charge in the development of citizenship on wisely for the benefit of the public.
education as the basis for revitalizing the global in perspective. 5. The fifth Sila stated commitment to social justice for all
Data collection was done through the study of documentation the people of Indonesia (Sila of social justice for all the
and library studies, whereas the data validation is performed by people of Indonesia). This principle is upheld the
using the data source and the method of triangulation. Analysis commitment to create a social welfare for all the people
of data refers to the data reduction steps, the presentation of the of Indonesia, not the welfare of the individual as well as
data and conclusions of withdrawal [6]. the welfare of the group but the welfare of the whole
people of Indonesia.
III. RESULT
Mansyur explain that to the people of Indonesia, Pancasila
Pancasila is the basis of the prevailing state of Indonesia has the functions and role of the assortment are [9]:
since year 1945 based on the agreement of the nation of
Indonesia [7]. As the Foundation of philosophy and ideology, 1. The Pancasila as the nation's view of life. Meaning of
Pancasila is the source of all the sources of law in the country Pancasila is a series of great value, which is thoroughly
of Indonesia. Pancasila is the fruit of the country's founders against life itself that serves as a frame of reference both
thought results that raised customs values, social values of to organize the life of personal self and interact between
Indonesian culture and formulated conversationally consensus human beings in society and nature the surroundings.
based on the lofty moral in the siding of the councils and the Pancasila is the crystallization of values that live in the
PPKI BPUPKI finally on August 18, 1945 declared legitimate community and Indonesia is rooted in the culture of the
by the philosophic PPKI as Republic of Indonesia. In causality nation, it will be a high esteem by its citizens. The peak of
Pancasila before passed the Foundation philosophy of the Pancasila is moral ideals that give guidelines and spiritual
State, its values has been there and is derived from the nation power to the people of Indonesia in the life of society,
of Indonesia itself in the form of values, cultural mores and nation and State. Pancasila is the basis of view destination
religious values [8]. This shows that the Pancasila values is a nation Indonesia will be achieved and it will be a view of
set of customs, socio-cultural values and religious values of the life that is able to perceive and solve all the problems
nation which Indonesia crystallized Pancasila which reflects facing it appropriately, so it can deal with the issue
the characteristics of the nation of Indonesia. properly.
Pancasila consists of five sila (principle). These principles 2. Basic Pancasila as the Republic of Indonesia. Pancasila in
reflect the identity of the nation of Indonesia as a hallmark of this position is often referred to as the basic philosophy or
Indonesia national character and which includes: the philosophy of basic State (Philosohische Gronslas)
from the country, the ideology of the country (staatsidee).
1. The first principle is a belief in one Supreme beings (Sila In this sense the Pancasila is a basic values and norms to
divinity of the one true God). This principle has a payload regulate the governance of the country/organization of the
value of Godhead, that Indonesia is a State religion and country. Consequently the whole implementation and
godliness and is not a secular State; organization of the State especially any State legislation
2. The second Principle are described as commitments spelled out and derivation of the values of Pancasila.
internationally or in more literal toward humanity Therefore the Pancasila is the source of all sources of law.

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3. The State ideology Pancasila and the nation of Indonesia. noticed that regardless of all the values inherent in the
For the nation's ideology Pancasila Indonesia Pancasila, Pancasila can be a form of control [13]. This is in
substantially lifted from the view of Indonesia's own line with the five pillars of the philosophy of Pancasila, which
community, so that the nation of Indonesia is causa is designed to bring together 300 ethnic groups in the country,
materialist (original material) Pancasila. Ideology is the this immense archipelago. They include the belief in one God,
teaching/doctrine/theory is believed to be the truth, the humanity, the unity of Indonesia, democracy, social justice
arranged in systematic way, and given the hint and the consultative [14].
implementation in responding to and resolving the
problems encountered in the society, nation and State. The position of Pancasila as the basic countries Indonesia
different level with the position and function of ideology,
Pancasila as the ideology of the open. Pancasila as the Pancasila as a unifying tool or function and position of
ideology is not rigid and closed but are open, actual, dynamic, Pancasila in the life of a nation and a country more. Without
anticipatory and always able to adjust with the times, science the position and role of Pancasila as the basic functions of the
and technology as well as the dynamics of the development of State and the position of Pancasila in the guidelines state that
the community. The Pancasila ideology of openness does not other life would not be performed [7]. Therefore in the field of
mean changing the fundamental values embodied in it, but law Pancasila as long as it is placed as the source of all the
explicit his insights in a more concrete, so it has the ability of sources of law in Indonesia. Then in the reality of life and State
sharper to solve new problems and the actual constantly of each policy and Government action should be based upon
evolving in line with the demands of the times. the values of Pancasila. In support of this ideological
intelligence of Pancasila is required to deal with the threat of a
IV. DISCUSSION foreign ideology influence on comprehension of Pancasila
State ideology as the basis for and. This is a challenge and a
Pancasila which is rooted in the life of the nation of threat that must be faced by the nation of Indonesia in the
Indonesia in fact contains views that give priority to harmony current era of globalization.
in people's lives. Harmony could be interpreted here in the
absence of the centrality to the importance of individualism but All ideologies that are incompatible with the principles of
also there is no negation or counteraction of individuals in the glorious ' Oneness of God ' such as atheism, communism,
public life. Based on the consensus that Pancasila was accepted Marxism, secularism and liberalism should be banned in
and used as the basis of the country then it should be the Indonesia. Likewise, any deeds and behaviour against the noble
consistency of efforts and the presence of the leaders of the principles such as vice, murder, theft, rape, corruption,
country to make the values of Pancasila as the reality in the life witchcraft, gambling, etc. should also be prohibited [15]. This
of nation and State. However, if there is no serious effort and is because the State ideology in fact is the basis of spirituality,
consistency, whatever form the basis of the State of a nation is the source of the ideals, values and expectations of the norms
used a country will not be worth nothing without that are considered good, so in fact Pancasila ideology as a
implementation and followed up with practice in earnest in the aims to manifest prosperity life for the people of Indonesia.
life and State, either by the people or by the organizer of the Pancasila ideology as it is the most important part of the
State [7]. function and position of Pancasila in the life of nation and
The consistency of effort and one of them is implemented State, due to the perceived need to find intersection in order to
through civics and citizenship or globally known for civic equalize and harmonize orientation, perception, and
education. Citizenship education in Indonesia was cast as a appreciation ideology Pancasila against in various areas of life.
means in internalize the values of Pancasila to learners who According to Alex ideological concept contains several
performed early on. This is because the civic education has a dimensions, including the following: 1) reflection of the reality
mission as 1) legal education that is instrumental in developing that is life in society which appeared for the first time or at
awareness of the law and capable of realizing the rights and least at the beginning of his birth. This means that the ideology
obligations as well as have adherence to the law; 2) political is an overview of the extent to which a society is able to
education in developing political literacy, political awareness, understand the ideology; 2) dimension of idealism which
political participation; 3) and educational values that play a role abilities that submitted a painting of hope to a variety of
in transform of values, morals and norms that are considered existing groups in the community to have a life together in a
good and in accordance with the characteristics and identity of better and brighter future; 3) dimensions of flexibility painting
the nation of Indonesia so that it can support the efforts of ability to influence and to adjust to the growth or development
nation and character building [10]. of communities [7].
Pancasila is seen as the country that best suits the Based on the description, then in the face of various
conditions and Indonesia's political development [7]. Pancasila challenges and threats of Pancasila has an important role in
is often regarded as the National Guard to ensure that every warding off and faced various challenges and threats that are
citizen in Indonesia regardless of their background will be potentially damaging and destroying the country. Pancasila
treated the same. The values of Pancasila is then translated into ideology as a living dynamic open already should not willed it,
the official national motto, Bhineka Tunggal Ika, literally because it is a form of challenge against the nature and identity
meaning Unity in diversity [11]. Pancasila which includes of the nation which crystallized Pancasila of Indonesia [7].
national cultural values have a unitary State such as 'the moral Then open the Pancasila ideology as can overcome various
basis of the State and the nation of Indonesia' [12]. Many have challenges and threats that threaten the sustainability of the

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country and Indonesia can adjust with the times because of its In realizing these goals then character development of
open nature, actual, dynamic and anticipatory. citizens of Indonesia should be sourced and based on the values
of Pancasila in order to reflect the distinctive characteristics of
In addition to having the function as the legal and political the citizens of Indonesia-Pancasila as part of people of the
ideology, Pancasila has also a function of philosophy. The world. Through internalization of Pancasila values to the next
content of the philosophy of Pancasila could be seen with generation a nation of Indonesia expected next generation of
thoughts that exist in the principles of Pancasila. Even the the nation could face a range of threats and challenges from the
content of thinking in the sila-sila has a broad substance negative influences of globalization. The manifest attempts one
through a variety of means and includes the conduct of through civic education, it is showing that the civic education
community life [7]. The function of the philosophy of in core Indonesia is sourced from the values of Pancasila.
Pancasila is the fruit according to Notonagoro musings are in,
the results of the investigation and thinking deeply and
thoroughly the above as well as the knowledge base and V. CONCLUSION
extensive experience because it's that philosophy can answer Pancasila is the ground state of Indonesia which has the
the questions as to whether the principles underlying facts?; function and position of the view of life as a nation and a
What can I know?; whether from principles of life; philosophy country, nation, ideology and the ideological foundations of the
often so human in setting guidelines for the attitude to life and open society's main Indonesia in carrying out the life of a
the vagaries of the Act [16]. nation and a country as part of the world community. The main
Through practice and implementation of Pancasila in a foundation of Pancasila into in warding off various threats and
serious and consistent in the life of nation and State in challenges of globalization that would threaten the existence of
Indonesia, it will be always oriented to the fulfillment and the nation. Citizenship education in Indonesia aims to develop
protection of humanitarian principles and human rights. In citizens who are intelligent and good in nation and character
addition, there will always be political systems democratic building that stems from the values of Pancasila. It is based on
included freedom of the press and other freedoms though with the core construction of a nation must comply with the basic
always pay attention to the public interest [7]. Then it takes an consensus-oriented country, to keep the general agreement to
education that can be transmit the values of Pancasila to the the formation of a nation and the State. It is therefore a core
next generation of the nation in an effort to maintain the citizenship education in Indonesia is the values of Pancasila
sustainability of the country with the early grades, internalize which is the result of consensus-forming the nation of
and moral norms of the nation identity as characteristics the Indonesia.
nation of Indonesia which is reflected in the Pancasila, so that
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