Wahono Wahono, Nur Hidayah, Zulkarnain, Endang Sri Redjeki, Asyari
Character education is a fundamental aspect of the educational system, aiming to develop individuals with strong moral and ethical values. In the context of modern Islamic boarding schools, the integration of character education with peer dynamics and entrepreneurship has been under-researched comprehensively. This study employs a quantitative design with a survey approach to analyze the influence of character education and peer interaction on the entrepreneurial spirit of students. The results indicate that the variables of character education and peer interaction significantly influence the students’ independence, with high validity and reliability tests. These findings underscore the importance of a holistic approach in boarding school education to effectively develop students’ character and entrepreneurial skills. Theoretically, this study enriches the literature on character education and entrepreneurship, while practically, the results provide concrete guidance for boarding school administrators in designing an integrative curriculum. This study has limitations in terms of sample size and methodology, suggesting further research with a larger sample and diverse methods to deepen understanding. © 2025 Kasetsart University.
Department of Education, Faculty of Education, Universitas Negeri Malang, Jawa Timur, 65145, Indonesia; Department of Guidance and Counseling, Faculty of Guidance and Counseling, Universitas Muhammadiyah Surabaya, Jawa Timur, 60113, Indonesia; Department of Psychological Science, Faculty of Psychological Science, Universitas Muhammadiyah Surabaya, Jawa Timur, 60113, Indonesia; Department of Education, Faculty of Education, Universitas Muhammadiyah Surabaya, Jawa Timur, 60113, Indonesia
