Internalizing the Value of Tolerance in Elementary Education: A Case Study at Al Islah Elementary School in Surabaya

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the process of internalizing tolerance values ​​in elementary education using a case study of Al Islah Elementary School in Surabaya. The focus of the study is to identify challenges and strategies implemented in building tolerance from an early age. This study used qualitative methods with a descriptive-analytical design. Data were collected through observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation. Data were then analyzed using an interactive model that included data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The results indicate that internalization of tolerance occurs through integration into learning, social habits, and teacher role models. However, this process faces challenges in the form of gaps between school values ​​and the external environment, limited experiences with diversity, and variations in students' levels of internalization. This study confirms that tolerance education requires a holistic approach that integrates cognitive, affective, and practical dimensions. These findings contribute to the development of more contextual character education at the elementary school level.