The Role of Scout Extracurricular Activities on the Formation of Student Leadership Character at Boarding School

Nabila Farhana, Rizki, Badrus, Cut Tiara. 2024

Abstract

This research aims to determine the role of extracurricular scouting in the formation of student leadership character at the Darul Muttaqien Islamic Boarding School. The research approach used is qualitative, with a focus on an in-depth understanding of the experiences and perceptions of students involved in scouting activities at Islamic boarding schools. This research method uses questionnaires, participant observation, and document analysis as data collection tools. Data was collected using a questionnaire from 56 Darul Muttaqien Islamic Boarding School student respondents using a purposive sampling technique, then the data was analyzed using David Kolb's Learning Inventory theory. The results of this research show that scouting extracurriculars plays a very important role in shaping students' leadership character. Students who are actively involved in scouting tend to be able to develop courageous leadership skills, responsibility, and cooperation. These findings provide valuable insight for other schools to develop student leadership character in more effective scouting extracurricular programs.

Relevance to Scouting

This study highlights the significant role of scouting as an extracurricular activity in fostering student leadership character. Through active participation in scouting, students at Darul Muttaqien Islamic Boarding School develop essential qualities such as courage, responsibility, and teamwork. The use of Kolb’s Learning Inventory theory shows that experiential learning in scouting directly contributes to the growth of leadership skills. These findings emphasize that scouting is not only a recreational activity but also a vital educational tool for character and leadership development, offering a model that other schools can adopt to enhance the effectiveness of their own scouting programs.