Manajemen Museum Akademi Kepolisian Sebagai Sarana Pembelajaran Peningkatan Karakter Kebhayangkaraan Taruna

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the effectiveness of the Police Academy Museum (Akpol) management as a learning medium for improving the Kebhayangkaraan character of cadets. This research employed a descriptive-correlational method with a mixed-method approach. The subjects consisted of 168 first-year cadets of the Bhayangkara Dharma Battalion, 25 lecturers, and 20 museum managers. Data were collected through Likert-scale questionnaires, direct observation, and in-depth interviews. Quantitative data were analyzed using Pearson Product Moment correlation and multiple regression, while qualitative data were analyzed thematically. The results indicate that the perceptions of cadets, lecturers, and museum managers fall into the “good” category regarding museum management as a learning medium. Furthermore, there is a positive and significant relationship between museum management and the improvement of cadets’ Kebhayangkaraan character. A well-managed museum is proven to facilitate experiential learning through direct interaction with artifacts and reflection on Kebhayangkaraan values. The management of the Police Academy Museum plays an essential role in supporting the development of cadets’ Kebhayangkaraan character, and the positive perceptions of all stakeholders serve as a foundation for optimizing character education within Akpol.