KESADARAN POLITIK WARGA NEGARA MELALUI PENDIDIKAN KEWARGANEGARAAN

Abstract

This research aims to examine in depth how citizens' political awareness can be formed through civic education. The method used in this research is a literature study, which examines and analyzes various scientific sources, including journals, books, and previous research relevant to the themes of civic education and political education. The results of this study indicate that Civics Education has a significant influence on the growth of citizens' political awareness, as it not only presents theory but also instills the values, attitudes, and skills needed to participate in democratic life. In shaping citizens' political awareness, three important aspects need to be emphasized. First, civic knowledge, which provides a conceptual foundation regarding rights, obligations, democratic principles, and political mechanisms, so that citizens understand their position and role in national life. Second, civic attitudes, which instill moral values, a sense of responsibility, tolerance, and social concern as a form of internalization of political knowledge. Third, civic skills, which teach practical skills such as dialogue, sound argumentation, joint decision-making, and active participation in political and social activities. These three aspects complement each other and form a solid foundation for increasing citizens' political awareness, enabling them to become critical, participatory, and responsible individuals in maintaining the sustainability of democracy.