Abstract
Changes in the pattern of the learning process that we are experiencing today are a side effect of the pandemic. This pandemic has turned the learning process online. The learning process in higher education is also carried out through e-learning to facilitate the distance learning process in character education insight courses. The aim is to determine the planning, implementation, and role of e-learning in distance learning in character education insight courses. The research method used is qualitative research. This type of research uses descriptive methods to describe events that actually occur in the field. The source of this research was the fifth semester PGMI students at Staipana Bangil, especially in the character education insight course. Data collection techniques through observation, interviews, documentation and document tracing. Data analysis is obtained from all data in the field, presenting data and reducing data, verifying data, and finally drawing conclusions. So that the research results consist of: 1) planning can be seen from the RPS and RPKM as well as e-learning applications used in the learning process; 2) its implementation through interactive, independent e-learning, accessibility and enrichment in increasing character values; 3) its role is as an internet-based teaching material, a learning medium for the inculcation of character values, a paradigm changer in a more contemporary and flexible learning process, increasing the ability to use digital technology for lecturers and students.