The Religious Moderation in the Family and the Character Education: Appreciating Local Cultures and Other Religions

This research considers the value of character education in the family environment in realizing religious moderation. It is a case study of the multi-ethnic and religious community of Kayu Aro Kerinci, Indonesia. The research focuses on the values of character education for children and methods of instilling character values within the family in the Kayo Aro community, Kerinci, Indonesia. It is qualitative research with a sociological approach to Islamic education. Data sources are based on observation and interviews. Meanwhile, data informants are parents and schoolteachers.