UPAYA MENJADI SOSOK GURU PENDIDIKAN KEWARGANEGARAAN YANG PROFESIONAL BAGI GENERASI Z

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the efforts that civics education teachers can make to
become influential professionals in shaping Generation Z is committed to citizenship and actively
participates in the life of the nation and state. The research method used is a literature review that
integrates various sources relevant to civics education, teacher professionalism, and the
characteristics of Generation Z. The results show that efforts to become a professional civics
education teacher for Generation Z require an in-depth understanding of the characteristics of
generation Z, including different learning preferences and their exposure to technology. Teachers
need to develop innovative teaching approaches, involve technology as an effective tool, and
design lessons that are relevant to contemporary social and political situations. Teachers must
also develop strong moral and ethical leadership competencies to become role models for
Generation Z regarding citizenship attitudes, behaviors, and values. Continuous professional
training and development is also the key to improving the quality of civics education teachers. In
implementing the "Freedom to Learn" concept, teachers must encourage Generation Z to
participate actively in their learning process. This can be achieved through collaborative
approaches, research projects, and opportunities to take initiative in understanding complex
citizenship issues.