Development of a Multirepresentation-Based Learning Model to Increase the Emotional Intelligence of 5 - 6 Years Old Children

Abstract

This research aims to discover a learning model that can improve the emotional intelligence of children aged 5-6 years. The alternative taken to achieve this goal is by developing a pitutur luhur learning model based on multi-representation that focuses on the development of the emotional intelligence of children aged 5-6 years. The development of this learning model is based on the lack of learning models to improve children’s emotional intelligence, especially those related to local culture. The research method used adopted the research and development procedure of Borg & Gall with the research stage; 1) preliminary study, 2) model development, 3) model validation and revision and 4) model implementation. Data needs for the model were obtained through questionnaires and group discussions. The questionnaire was filled out by 30 kindergarten teachers in Bantul Regency, Yogyakarta. Data collection techniques using questionnaires and emotional intelligence tests of children aged 5-6 years. Test the effectiveness of the model using the pretest-posttest control group design experimental method. The results of the research showed that The pitutur luhur learning model based on the multi representation could improve the emotional intelligence of children aged 5-6 years.