Dance Learning Research Articles

Pembelajaran Tari Tradisional Penthul Melikan

The objective of this research was to 1) the implementation of traditional Penthul Melikan dance learning in the Penthul Melikan studio and 2) constraints on the learning process of traditional Penthul Melikan dance in the Penthul Melikan studio. The research method used is qualitative descriptive. The subject of this research was dance students aged 4-6 years totaling 10 children and 2 dance trainers. The collecting data technique has conducted by observation, interview and documentation study. The data analysis techniques in this research were qualitative by Miles and Huberman. The research results has shown that: 1) the implementation of traditional Penthul Melikan dance learning which consists of opening, core and closing activities, dance trainers always give appreciation to the dance movements that children do in praise making it easier for children to receive dance learning and 2) constraints on the learning process of traditional Penthul Melikan dance is weather, communication between child and dance trainers, childrens abilities are different and there are no written results in dance learning. Advice in teaching of traditional Penthul Melikan dance learning in children is dance trainers easily and pleasantly so that children easily catch and imitate dance movements Keywords: Learning, traditional penthul melikan dance,children age 4-6 years.

Use of Computer Technology in the Internet Using the Youtube in Teaching and Learning Student Basic Technique Dances Contemporary University of Malaysia Terengganu

This article will discuss the use of computers in internet access through the use of you tube in learning and teaching beginners the techniques of contemporary dances moves. In this regard, the application of internet usage is so widespread around the world that it has the potential to help the student learning process. Besides being able to stimulate students learning interest in learning and mastering basic techniques of body movement and learning as a beginner of dance moves. Besides, how to control the internet access like you tube is limited just to help students learn. In addition, using the internet as one of teaching tools in the classroom and learning the basic techniques of dance movement can help attract students with background in different programs of study taking dance classes in the classroom learning process. In addition, researching the effectiveness of implementing internet teaching applications has the potential to enhance the learning skills of students who attend dance classes. In addition researching the extent to which the internet can interest students in learning. In addition, research on the frequency of students use of computers from internet access includes you tube, cd rom, video during dance class learning. The design of the research is based on observations and questionnaires with a sample of twenty students who have taken basic dance classes at the University of Malaysia Terengganu. In addition, researching dance can create physical intelligence and improve student mindset. The questionnaire was used to measure the frequency of internet use in teaching basic dance techniques among students and to student’s interest in learning dance. Data collection was conducted on twenty students attending dance classes at University Malaysia of Terengganu. This data collection is done using a questionnaire that covers various items on the application of teaching you tube, cd rom, video in developing basic skills of dance technique in beginner to basic learning in dance class. Re-documenting this study could add further sources of reference to other researchers in the future.

Do socio-cultural differences matter? A study of the learning effects and satisfaction with physical activity from digital learning assimilated into a university dance course

In recent years, due to the advancement of digital learning and flipped learning (FL, a student-centered approach that reverses traditional pedagogy by providing students with content usually taught in class for their learning in advance), there have been some major changes in teaching models for various disciplines. Learning can be ubiquitous through utilization of technology so teaching is no longer limited by time, space, psychological state, or geopolitical borders. This is helpful for learners to form a habit of lifelong learning. In this study, we applied technology and the strategy of digital instruction to dance curricula, integrating blended learning (BL, which combines online and face-to-face classes) and FL for the purpose of making comparisons with the traditional teaching method (C). A 10-week experiment was performed with 290 participants from 6 amateur dance classes. The researchers investigated, via quasi-experiments, the effects of BL and FL on developing students' learning effects and physical activity class satisfaction in this online dance course. A 2 (Taiwanese students vs. foreign students) × 3 (BL vs. FL vs. C) design, as well as factorial pretest/posttest design, was employed in this experiment. The selected course for the experiment is titled “Physical Education: Dance”, a one-semester, required course for the four involved classes of students at a comprehensive university. All students in this study came from non-dance departments. The purpose of this experiment was to explore the influences of different teaching methods on the effectiveness of learning dance skills among Taiwanese and foreign students as well as their satisfaction with this approach in a physical activity course. The results and conclusions of this research are that, compared to those taught with the traditional method, the Taiwanese students taught with the BL approach achieved higher learning effects in dance skills and were more satisfied in the aspects of cognitive development, fun, degree of enjoyment, diversified experience, and degree of relaxation in this physical activity course. Moreover, compared to those taught with the traditional method, the ones taught with the FL approach were more satisfied in the aspects of teacher's instruction, cognitive development, physical health condition, improvement in physical capability, diversified experience, and degree of relaxation. As for the foreign students, compared to those taught with the traditional method, the ones taught with the BL approach or the FL approach achieved higher learning effects in dance skills. However, there was no significant difference found in their satisfaction with this physical activity course. Finally, this study suggests that teachers who teach dance-related classes consider integrating the BL approach or the FL approach based on the backgrounds and characteristics of their students, in order to improve their learning effects and increase their satisfaction with various aspects of physical activities.

PENGARUH MODEL PEMBELAJARAN BAMBOO DANCING TERHADAP KREATIVITAS SISWA

This study aims to determine the effect of the Bamboo Dancing learning model on students' creativity in Biology subjects. The research method used was a quasi-experimental research design with a pretest and posttest group design. The study population was all students of class X-MIA, while the research sample was students of class X-MIA-a as the experimental class and class X-MIA-b as the control class. The results showed that the average percentage the initial creativity the experimental class students was 59.7% and the control class students 56.4%. Through the Bamboo Dancing learning model, the average percentage the final creativity the experimental class students was 83.8%, while through the conventional learning model the average percentage the final creativity control class students was 68.9%. Hypothesis testing obtained tcount = 10.292 while ttable at a significant level of 5% and dk = 17-2 = 15 with ttable = 2.132, it turns out that tcount> ttable or 10.292> 2.132 so that Ha is accepted. Experimental class students are able express ideas and be able to think creatively to solve problems. So it can be concluded that there is an effect of the Bamboo Dancing learning model on students' creativity where students able to think creatively to solve problems.

Evaluasi Usability Pada Aplikasi Pembelajaran Tari Menggunakan System Usability Scale (SUS)

The existence of dance in an area needs to be preserved so that it is not displaced by the entry of foreign cultural arts, The lack of interest of the younger generation in local culture needs to be watched out for because it has an impact on the sustainability of traditional dance. To introduce and motivate the younger generation to learn dance, an Android-based dance learning application has been developed. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the Android-based dance learning application, in the evaluation process involving 20 respondents to provide statements from the aspect of usability using the system usability scale (SUS) method consisting of the testing phase using 10 instruments for assessment, the data processing stage, the result analysis stage, and the result conclusion. The test results obtained a value of 79.37 with grade "B" means that the learning application that has been tested can be declared acceptable in the Acceptability Ranges category and it can be stated that the dance learning application is easy to use and can be used as a learning tools.

PENGARUH KEGIATAN EKSTRAKURIKULER TARI TERHADAP PERKEMBANGAN KECERDASAN KINESTETIK SISWA DI MI AN NUR ASTANA JENU TUBAN

This study aims to explain the effect of dance extracurricular activities on the development of students' kinesthetic intelligence. The theories used as a foundation in the implementation of this research include the theory of kinesthetic intelligence, extracurricular notions and the theory of dance learning. This research is expected to provide answers to the formulation of the problem: (1) how is the process of extracurricular dance activities at MI An Nur Astana Jenu Tuban? (2) How is the kinesthetic intelligence of the students at MI An Nur Astana Jenu Tuban? (3) is there any influence of extracurricular dance activities on the development of kinesthetic intelligence of students at MI An Nur Astana Jenu Tuban? Referring to the formulation of the problem, the research objectives to be achieved are as follows: (1) To determine the extracurricular activities of dance at MI An Nur Astana Jenu Tuban. (2) To determine the kinesthetic intelligence of students at MI An Nur Astana Jenu Tuban. (3) To determine whether or not there is an effect of extracurricular dance activities on the kinesthetic intelligence of students at MI An Nur Astana Jenu Tuban. This study used a survey method with a quantitative approach through descriptive correlational analysis techniques and regression using parametic statistics. From the research results, it can be concluded that the extracurricular activities of dance have an influence on students' kinesthetic intelligence. The result of the calculation of the product moment correlation variable X and variable Y reached a value of 0.554. This result is greater than the r table, which is 0.468, so that the hypothesis can be concluded by the researcher "There is an effect of extracurricular dance activities on students' kinesthetic intelligence at MI An Nur Astana Jenu Tuban".

EEG study of virtual learning demonstrates worsened learning outcomes and increased mirror neuron activation

The COVID-19 pandemic has necessitated virtual forms of schooling and learning, which has been a challenging adjustment that may continue to be required with resurgences in infection or future disease outbreaks. In order to improve the effectiveness of virtual learning, we need a better understanding of any cognitive limitations associated with virtual learning formats and technologies. This study examined the differences between in-person dance learning and virtual dance learning, as measured by mirror neuron activation and learning outcomes. My hypothesis was that virtual learning induces a lower level of mirror neuron activation in the brain (as approximated by mu rhythm band power) than in-person learning, which I expected to coincide with worse learning outcomes. In this study, the electroencephalography (EEG) brain waves of eight participants were recorded while the participants watched and learned two dances: one over a computer screen and another via live, in-person demonstration. At the end of each demonstration, participants were asked to perform the routine from memory and were scored on a 5-point rubric. As hypothesized, participants scored lower on the performance rubric when learning virtually versus in-person. However, contrary to expectations, the EEG data showed that participants actually had higher mirror neuron activation when learning virtually versus in-person. This study demonstrated a statistically significant suppression of mu rhythm power, which is a proxy for heightened mirror neuron activity, for virtual learning compared to in-person learning. This illustrates that, while virtual dance learning is harder than in-person dance learning, when participants are asked to try to learn new movements over a screen, their mirror neurons are more highly engaged than when learning in-person. These findings have broader implications for both the effectiveness and mental exertion or cognitive load of virtual learning.

Local Wisdom-based Dance Learning: Teaching Characters to Children through Movements

The character education implementation in every school becomes a program of national education system policy in Indonesia. Its orientation is more focused on advancing national character development based on local wisdom and unique culture in Indonesia. The authority of the Indonesian education system policy program in strengthening character education covers religiousness, nationalism, independency, mutual cooperation, and integrity with the development of local wisdom-based learning materials. The purpose of this research is to discover the process of dance learning implementation in students’ character education development. This research employs quantitative with descriptive statistics data analysis. The data were collected through an observation of 22 primary school students during a dance learning process and in-depth interviews to two dance teachers to obtain data regarding local wisdom-based dance learning implementation to develop students’ characters. The findings show that character education developed in local wisdom-based dance learning can be done through various learning activities such as appreciation and introduction of traditional dance materials, instilling values, independent and group study to build independency and mutual cooperation, and familiarize students to pray before and after learning. These are to plant local wisdom values through dance movement learning.

Pembelajaran Tari Kreatif di RA Nurul Huda Kota Bandung

This study aims to describe creative dance learning at RA Nurul Huda Bandung City. This research uses a qualitative approach with a descriptive analysis method. The subjects of this study were students, school principals, and educator’s RA Nurul Huda, Bandung City. Collecting data by observation, interviews, and documentation. The data analysis used refers to the Milles and Huberman model. While the validity test was done by triangulating techniques and sources. The results of the study can be described that learning creative dance at RA Nurul Huda includes developing themes in the core activities of the learning process. The process of learning creative dance at RA Nurul Huda includes: initial, core and closing activities. The initial activity contains brainstorming, prayers, and reading short letters. This activity contains an explanation of the theme and dancing according to the theme. The closing activity contains evaluation of creative dance activities.

The Value of Creative Character of Guci Dance Through The Extracurricular Art of Dance

Guci dance is one of the dance creations from the Guci area in Tegal Regency which had a characteristic in its variety of movements and it was used as a material for the extracurricular art of dance. This study aims to provide an overview of the value of the creative character of the Guci Dance, which was given through the extracurricular activities learning of dance. The study was conducted by using a qualitative analysis research method with the research location at SMP Negeri 2 Bumijawa in Tegal Regency. The instruments and data collection techniques used observation, interviews, and document study. The data validity technique used data triangulation technique. Meanwhile, data analysis and processing techniques were carried out by collecting, reducing, clarifying and verifying data. The results of the cultivation of creative character values through the extracurricular activities learning art of dance focused on 5 aspects, namely thinking in all directions, changing perspectives, generating ideas, stimulating backgrounds and skills in many ways.

FAKTOR-FAKTOR PENGHAMBAT MINAT SISWA KELAS X PADA PEMBELAJARAN SENI BUDAYA(TARI) DI SMK NEGERI 9 PADANG

This study aims to describe the factors inhibiting the interest of class X students in learning cultural arts (dance) at SMK Negeri 9 Padang where students are less inclined in learning cultural arts (dance) and do not have a good response, because this research focuses on the problem of student interest in learning cultural arts (dance). This type of research is qualitative research with descriptive methods. The research objects were students of class X Ph4 and the arts and culture teachers of SMK Negeri 9 Padang. The instruments in this study were the researchers themselves and the researchers were assisted by instruments such as writing instruments, cellphones, and laptops. The technique of collecting data results by means of interviews, observation and documentation. Data were analyzed using steps, namely data reduction, data collection, verification and conclusions. The results of the research in class X Ph4 showed that the inhibiting factors of interest in learning were influenced by students' lack of attention in the learning process, then the attitude of students who were not polite to the teacher when explaining dance learning. Interest in learning is also influenced by the talents of students, in learning dance talent is very supportive of success in imitating dance movements. Students who have talent will tend to listen to the material well then students who have a sense of pleasure in learning will respond to the material optimally. Students' motivation is very lacking in learning dance as a result, students are reluctant to take part in learning dance practices, only some students want to take part in learning.Keywords:factors inhibiting interest in learning dance

PENGGUNAAN ALAT KOMUNIKASI DARING VIA WHATSAPP GROUP DALAM PEMBELAJARAN SENI TARI PADA KELAS X OTKP SMK KARTIKA 1-2 PADANG

This study aims to determine and describe the use of online communication tools via whatsapp group in learning dance in class X OTKP SMK Kartika 1-2 Padang. This research is a qualitative study using a descriptive approach. The object of this research was 29 students of class X OTKP SMK Kartika 1-2 Padang. The research instrument was the researcher itself and was assisted by data collection tools such as dance videos, Whatsapp groups, and direct observation with the teacher doingthe instruction by using online learning communication tools for dance learning. The results of the research show that the use of online communication tools via WhatsApp group runs very well. Students are able to learn from any source in which at this time, the students can learn through technology / mobile phones.Students can access lessons learned such as learning dance practice on YouTube. At the second and third meetings, it can be seen that students understand and can do movements without the help of the teacher, and they can memorize only through YouTube. The last meeting also shows excellent learning outcomes. However, the teacher cannot assess the extent of the students' abilities in learning due to the fact that the teacher cannot monitor directly. Instead, the teacher can only provide direction in the form of solutions through Whatsapp group. Thus, the researcher concludes that the use of online communication tools via Whatsapp group in learning dance in class X OTKP is conducted well, and it can be used in learning dance practice.Keywords: The Use, Online Communication Tools, WhatsApp Group, Dance

MENINGKATKAN HASIL BELAJAR SISWA DALAM PEMBELAJARAN SENI TARI DENGAN MENGGUNAKAN METODE DISCOVERY DI SMP NEGERI 3 PADANG

This research aims to explain and describe the improvement of students' learning outcomes by using Discovery Method in dance learning at SMP Negeri 3 Padang. This research belongs to Class Action Research (PTK). This research was conducted in 2 cycles. Cycle I was conducted in three meetings and cycle II was conducted in two meetings. The instruments used in this study were knowledge tests (cognitive) and skill tests (psychomotors). The data used were primary and secondary data. The data were collected through literature study, observation, learning outcome tests (performance test), and documentation. The data analysis was done by using percentage formula. The results show that the use of discovery method in Culture and Arts learning, especially dance learning in grade VIII.3 of SMP Negeri 3 Padang, can improve students’ learning outcomes, and the students are directly involved in learning, especially dance practice learning. With the support of media, the students’ disinterest in the learning process can be avoided. It can also foster student creativity, and learning is more enjoyable because of the existence of media used by teachers. This is proven by the study results of grade VIII.3 students in cycle I. The overall students’ learning results of psychomotor and cognitive test are 57.74. In cycle II, the overall students’ learning results of psychomotor and cognitf are 87.58. Thus, there has been an increase in the results of dance learning using discovery method, and the targets have been successfully achieved.Keywords: Improving, Learning Outcomes, Dance Art, Discovery Method

PENGGUNAAN ALAT KOMUNIKASI GRUP WHATSAPP DALAM PEMBELAJARAN SENI TARI DI KELAS VIII 1 SMP NEGERI 2 BUKITTINGGI

This study aims to determine the use of whatsapp group as a communication tool in dance learning in class VIII.1 at SMP Negeri 2 Bukittinggi. This is a qualitative research with a qualitative descriptive method. The instrument used in this study was a knowledge (cognitive) test. The data used were primary and secondary data. The data were collected through observation, interviews, learning outcomes tests, documentation, and literature study. The data analysis was conducted by reducing the data, presenting the data, and making conclusions. The results show that the implementation of learning method using Whatsapp group in class VIII.1 at SMP N 2 Bukittinggi is quite effective. Judging from the planning, the teacher's learning design remains the same. However, the learning steps conducted is different due tothe fact that it is carried out through WhatsApp group application. Meanwhile, the material is in the form of power points sent into the WhatsApp group chat as the learning media. Judging from the process of learning implementation, the material taught by the teacher is only the basic competence of knowledge, while the basic competence of skills is not. Thus, learning happens just for Basic Competence 3 while Basic Competence 4 is not implemented. In the learning process, the teacher always invites students to interact, but only a few students respond.The students responding are almost always the same while the other students only read the group because they are not familiar with learning using WhatsApp. Related to assignments given, the students always do well even though the materials provided by the teacher are incomplete. Every assignment can be done because students can search for answers by browsing the internet. Thus, students can add information that has not been given by the teacher.Keywords: Use, Whatsapp Group, Dance Arts

PERSEPSI SISWA LAKI-LAKI TERHADAP PEMBELAJARAN SENI BUDAYA (SENI TARI) DI SMP NEGERI 6 PARIAMAN

This research aims to look at and describe the perception of male students towards dance learning at SMP Negeri 6 Pariaman. This type of research is qualitative research using descriptive methods. The main instruments of this study are the researchers themselves and assisted with supporting instruments such as stationery and cameras. The data type uses primary and secondary data. Data collection techniques are carried out by observation, interview and library study. The steps of analyzing data are data collection, describing data and concluding data. The results showed that in general the perception of students on less well. This can be seen from the evaluation indicators in dance art learning at SMPN 6 Pariaman in grades VII and VII 3. Based on observations and interviews there are still many things that should be improved by the school in order to improve the learning outcomes of students some of them are as follows: (1) the view of male students towards the practice of dance art is less good according to them dance activities are activities carried out by female students, they prefer cultural arts lessons in theory of music art and fine arts karen is more suitable for men , male students feel ashamed to move their bodies because shame is ridiculed by friends (2) the teacher's educational background is very influential in achieving learning goals, the monotonous way of teaching teachers makes students lack excited, bored teachers should vary the way teaching should teach according to KD.Keywords: Perception, Male Students, Cultural Arts (Dance Arts)

PENGARUH PENGGUNAAN MEDIA AUDIOVISUAL TERHADAP HASIL BELAJAR TARI SISWA DI SMA NEGERI 1 TANJUNG MUTIARA

This study aims to determine whether audio-visual media affects the dance learning outcomes of students in class X MIPA 2 at SMA Negeri 1 Tanjung Mutiara. This research is an experimental study whose population was the students at SMA Negeri 1 Tanjung Mutiara. The variables in this study were the independent and dependent variables. The research instrument used objective questions. The data were analyzed by using normality test and hypothesis test. The results showed that there are differences in students’ dance learning outcomes between the use of Audio Visual media and poster media in the even semester learning at SMAN 1 Tanjung Mutiara. This can be seen from the average value of the experimental class learning outcomes. The score got is 70.19. Meanwhile, the average value of learning outcomes in the control class is 60.19. It is also proved by the result of hypothesis testing where the Sig. (2-tailed) is 0.000 <from 0.05. These mean that H1 is accepted and H0 is rejected. Thus, there is a significant influence on the use of audiovisual media on student dance learning outcomes at SMA Negeri 1 Tanjung Mutiara.Keywords: Influences, Audio Visual Media, Dance Learning Results

PENERAPAN PEMBELAJARAN TARI DENGAN METODE DEMONTRASI MENGGUNAKAN MEDIA APLIKASI WHATSAPP DI SMA NEGERI 7 PADANG

This research aims to explain and describe the use of demonstration method using WhatsApp application in class XI IPS 3 at SMA Negeri 7 Padang. This is a qualitative research. The evaluation of the students’ outcomes in this research consists of the evaluation of Knowledge (cognitive) and Dance Practice (psychomotor). The data used were primary and secondary data. The data were collected through literature, observation, and documentation/ shooting studies. The data was analyzed by using the percentage formula. The results of the study show that the implementation of demonstration method in Cultural Arts learning in class XI IPS 3 at SMA Negeri 7 was conducted in online learning. Both theory learning and dance practice could be carried out well. This is evidenced by the grades students got in the theory learning at the second meeting. The average score got is 78.7. Meanwhile, at the dance practice learning, students got 76.7 in the meeting 4. In addition, at the meeting 5, the score increases to 82.9. It can be concluded that the average psychomotor score of students at the end of the study is 79.8 and it is categorized good.Keywords: Dance Learning, Demonstration Method, WhatsApp App

PENGARUH MEDIA VISUAL POWERPOINT TERHADAP HASIL BELAJAR SENI BUDAYA (TARI) DI KELAS VIII-2 SMP NEGERI 12LUBUKLINGGAU PROVINSI SUMATERA SELATAN

This research aims to explain the significant influence or not on the use of audiovisual powerpoint media on the results of studying Cultural Arts (Dance) in Grade VIII-2 SMP Negeri 12 Lubuklinggau South Sumatra Province. The design of the study used was a simple experimental study with one sample on 36 students of grade VIII-2 SMP Negeri 12 Lubuklinggau. The design of this one case one sample study will place students at once as control objects and research objects. Research instruments are data on student learning results obtained from post-test 1 and 2 after KBM. The results of the study prove that the hypothesis of research work is accepted, where there is a significant influence on the use of visual media powerpoint on the results of learning cultural arts (dance) in Grade VIII-2 SMP Negeri 12 Lubuklinggau South Sumatra Province. These results also explain that the use of more creative and interactive powerpoint media, where videos are included in the powerpoint media encourages better student attention. With good attention in learning, resulting in enthusiastic and interested students in learning dance. As a result of enthusiasm, attention and interest in learning the dance, the results of students' learning can be improved.Keywords: Influence, Powerpoint, Cultural Arts (Dance)

PELAKSANAAN PEMBELAJARAN SENI BUDAYA (TARI) DARING VIA WHATSAPP DI SMP NEGERI 11 SOLOK SELATAN

The study aims to identify and describe the implementation of learning Culture and Arts (dance) by using WhatsApp at SMP N 11 of South Solok.This is a qualitative research by using descriptive method. The research instrument was the researcher itself and was supported by additional instruments such as a laptop, a camera, and writing instruments. Types of data used in this study were primary and secondary data. The data were collected through literature study, observation, and documentation. The steps of analyzing the data were reducing the data, presenting the data, and drawing conclusions.The results show that the implementation of online Culture and Arts (dance) learning in terms of material levels and dance patterns in class VII 1 of SMP N 11 South Solok by using WhatsApp runs very well although it is not maximized. This is due to the fact that the Basic Competence 4 could not be implemented. Judging from the planning, the learning design carried out by teachers remains the same but the steps for implementation are different because the learning system uses WhatsApp application. Teachers are more flexible in using media for learning. Teachers used to only use textbook media, now the media used are more interesting with the use of power points and videos from YouTube sent to WhatsApp group. In terms of assessment, it is conducted by looking at the assignments submitted by students and quiz scores. In term of implementing learning materials of knowledge, basic competence 3 is carried out very well. It is seen from the results of the assignments submitted by the students. There are no students whose grades were below the cut score. Even though in the submission of the assignments students are often not on time because of the internet’s load problem, the results of the submitted assignments are good enough and can even be more than the materials provided by the teacher. This proves that the students can look for additional materials other than what the teachers provide.Keywords: Implementation, Learning, Culture and Arts (Dance), WhatsApp

PENGGUNAAN ALAT KOMUNIKASI MELALUI APLIKASI WHATSAPP PADA PEMBELAJARAN SENI TARI KELAS XI IPS 3 DI SMA NEGERI 5 PADANG

This study aims to determine and describe the impacts of using WhatsAppas a communication tool in dancelearningfor class XI IPS 3 at SMA Negeri 5 Padang. This is a qualitative research using a descriptive method. The main instrument in this studywas the researcher itself and was assisted by supporting instruments such as cameras, photos, and interviews conducted online through WhatsApp. The data were collected through observation, interview, and documentation. The data used were primary and secondary data. The data analysis was conducted by clarifying each theme, adjusting and comparing the data, and describing the data. The results show that the use of communication tools through WhatsApp in dance learning for class XI IPS 3 at SMA N 5 Padang has both negative and positive impacts on teacher and students. The positive impacts for teacher are that it is easier for teacher to share information to students, andthe teacheris responsible for assignments. The teacher acts as a motivator.The negative impacts for teacherare that the materialshave not been presented completely, it is difficult for teacher to monitor student activities, facilities are limited, the teacher’shealth is bothered, and the learning process becomes less effective and efficient. The positive impacts for students are they areresponsiblefor the assignments given by the teacher, they are discipline with attendance, and they have enthusiasm in learning. The negative impacts for students are difficulty in understanding the material, increasing parental expenses (internet data), difficulty in focusing on learning, time problem, learning concentration problem, and health threat.Keywords: use, communication tools, WhatsApp, dance art learning