ELEMENTS OF MORAL VALUES IN NEMBANG MACAPAT BY STUDENTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS IN PONOROGO, EAST JAVA FROM A SOCIOLINGUISTIC ASPECT

Abstract This research aims to examine the moral values contained in Nembang Macapat among elementary school students in Ponorogo, East Java, using a sociolinguistic approach. Nembang Macapat is a form of traditional poetry that is rich in meaning and life values. Through qualitative methods, data is collected from interviews, observations, and text analysis. The research results show that students not only understand the aesthetic aspects of Nembang Macapat but are also able to internalize moral values such as honesty, hard work, and respect for parents. This research also highlights how the social and cultural context in Ponorogo influences students' understanding of Nembang Macapat and how the language used in the poem reflects the social norms of the local community.