PENGARUH EKSTRAKURIKULER PRAMUKA DALAM PEMBENTUKAN SOCIAL SKILL PADA PESERTA DIDIK DI SMA NEGERI 1 INDRALAYA UTARA

Abstract

This study aims to examine the influence of Scout extracurricular activities on the development of students’ social skill at SMA Negeri 1 Indralaya Utara. The social skill referred to in this study include verbal and nonverbal communication, building positive relationships, teamwork, constructive problem-solving, empathy, and effective relationship management. This research employed a quantitative approach with a descriptive method. Data were collected through questionnaires, interviews, observations, and documentation. The population of this study consisted of all students participating in Scout activities, totaling 281 students. However, the sample included only 40 students, consisting of Dewan Ambalan members and students who actively participated in Scout activities. The sampling technique used was purposive sampling. The data analysis was conducted using simple linear regression, which indicated that Scout extracurricular activities have a positive and significant effect on the development of students’ social skill. The coefficient of determination (R²) was 0.403 or 40.3%, meaning that 40.3% of the development of students’ social skill can be explained by their involvement in Scout extracurricular activities, while the remaining 59.7% is influenced by other factors.These findings indicate that Scout activities, through programs such as semaphore practice, Morse code activities, camping, pioneering (knot-tying), and routine training sessions, contribute to the development of students’ social skill.