Character Development for Class IX Students through Critical Reading Activities at MTs Nurul Hikmah and Driewanti Middle School Bekasi, West Java
Keywords:character building, critical reading
Indonesian Language Learning does not merely achieve Indonesian language skills, but leads to an increase in the ability to think critically and creatively. In this regard, one way to improve the ability to think critically and creatively through reading activities. Therefore, one type of reading skills that can improve critical thinking skills is critical reading skills. The aim of community service is to foster student character through critical reading activities. This community service activity will be held in two schools in the city of Bekasi. Participants in this activity were students of class IX at MTs Nurul Hikmah and Driewanti Middle School Bekasi. In this school there are two classes of class IX class, with 42 students.