Basic Concept Of Extrcurricular

BASIC CONCEPT OF EXTRCURRICULAR The main task of the school is to educate its students. This means that it does not only make them smart and skilled, but must also be able to develop them into individuals who are physically and mentally healthy, aware and responsible for their existence both as individuals, as creatures of God Almighty, or as social beings who are an inseparable part of their environment. (Prihatin, 2011:172). Not all of these personal development vehicles can be structured learning experiences in the curriculum (intra-curricular), because in addition to being too full, it is also because the instructional rules related to learning outcomes / measurable (measurable) behavioral changes that are observed (observed), do not allow all of them to be used as learning materials based on time and time. A. Definition Extracurricular activities are vehicles for personal development of students through activities, both directly and indirectly related to curriculum material, as an inseparable part of the institutional goals of high school. B. Objectives Extracurricular activities aim to develop students' personalities who are physically and mentally healthy, pious to God Almighty, have concern and responsibility for the social, cultural and natural environment around them, and instill attitudes as good and responsible citizens through various positive activities under the responsibility of the school. C. Implementation a) The spectrum of extracurricular activities can include, among others, religious activities, sports, arts and culture, organizing, entrepreneurship, and other social activities. b) The implementation of extracurricular activities is supervised by special officers appointed by and responsible to the Principal. c) Each participant has the same right to participate in extracurricular activities according to their respective potential, interests and talents. d) The implementation of extracurricular activities is a shared responsibility between the school and the community. e) The organization of extracurricular activities is carried out through reservations, including sports, social, and arts clubs at the school. The arrangements are made by the OSIS management under the guidance of the officer in charge of extracurricular activities. f) Participants are required to take part in one sports club activity and one social/cultural club activity of their interest. D. Extracurricular Programs The implementation of extracurricular activities between one school and another can be different. The variations are largely determined by the abilities of teachers, students and school capabilities. (Oteng, 1983: 57) in (Prihatin, 2011: 159). 1. Definition of Extracurricular Programs According to Arikunto. S (1981: 1), what is meant by a program is a series of activities that will be carried out to achieve a certain goal. While extracurricular activities are additional activities, outside the program structure which are generally optional activities (1988: 57). It can be concluded that extracurricular activities are several activities given to students in educational institutions that aim to realize themselves that are not yet visible outside of teaching and learning activities, resources that students already have. Usually educational institutions that have more than five extracurricular activities, students can choose the activities they are interested in, here are some examples of extracurricular activities in educational institutions: • Extra Basketball, This is a special program to study sports. • Extra Scouts, This extra aims to make students independent and disciplined. • Extra Dance, In the past the main goal was to improve students' attitudes and behavior and not be rude, because dancers are generally gentle, especially to preserve Indonesian culture. This extra is often mentioned at official events such as Graduation, Farewell, Art Appreciation and others. Although there are many female students, it does not make the enthusiasm of the coaches and participants fade. • Extra Lessons, This extra used to be only a test for grade three in facing the end, but finally developed according to the wishes of the parents, so the contract is also for grades one and two. However, it is only for those who are interested. However, the enthusiasm of the students is very high. The teaching material includes all fields of study, especially those tested at the National Level. • Extra Karate or Self-Defense. • Extra Volleyball. This is a special program to study the field • Extra Computer, This can be said to be local content in terms of expertise in running computers. E. Objectives and Scope of Extracurricular Activities The objectives of implementing extracurricular activities in schools according to the Directorate of Vocational Secondary Education (1987:9) in (Prihatin, 2011:160) are: • Extracurricular activities must be able to improve students' cognitive, affective, and psychomotor abilities. • Developing students' talents and interests in personal development efforts towards positive whole human development. • Being able to see, recognize, and differentiate between one subject and another. Furthermore, the Directorate of Vocational Secondary Education (1987:12) emphasized that the scope of extracurricular activities must be based on activities that can support and can support intracurricular programs and curricular programs.