The Role of General Education in Fostering Multicultural Awareness in Students in the Era of Globalization

Abstract

Globalization has a significant impact on people's social, cultural, and educational lives. One of the main challenges in the world of education is the increase in intercultural interaction which has the potential to cause conflict if it is not accompanied by good multicultural understanding and attitude. General education has a strategic role in instilling multicultural values in students from an early age. This article aims to examine the role of general education in fostering multicultural awareness in students in the era of globalization. The research method used is a literature study by analyzing various relevant scientific literature, such as books, journal articles, and education policy documents. The results of the study show that general education contributes greatly to forming attitudes of tolerance, mutual respect, and awareness of diversity through the integration of multicultural values in the curriculum, learning strategies, and school culture. Thus, general education is an important foundation in building an inclusive and harmonious society in the midst of global diversity.