Is There Peace in My Classroom? A Student’s Perspective of Peace with Narrative Research in Senior High Schools in Yogyakarta

Abstract

This study aims to determine perceptions of peace based on the students, conflict resolution and expectations for class peace. The research approach used narrative type qualitative research. The participants of the research were 22 students of Grade K11 of SMAN 1 Kalasan, Yogyakarta. The interview was done with 6 participants using purposive random sampling technique. The data collection was using an expressive writing and interview. The technique of data analysis used the steps of character of narrative research. The result of the research was that the students did not feel peacefultowards themselves and at their class. The conflict resolution done by the students was just silent. They had not tried any action yet. Their expectations were that their class became more solid and they could work together.