Early Childhood Learning Research Articles

Development of "Religion Mazes For Kids" Educational Tools to Enhance the Religious and Moral Values of Children Aged 4-5 Years

This study aims to develop an educational game tool called "Religion Mazes for Kids" to enhance the religious and moral values of children aged 4-5 years. Utilizing a research and development (R&D) method and needs analysis through surveys, this research produces a product whose feasibility is tested using descriptive quantitative analysis, including validation tests, initial field trials, and extensive field trials. The results indicate that this tool is suitable for use, with validation from material and media experts showing a "very good" category (scores of 4.75 from material experts, 4.46 from media experts, and 4.62 from classroom teachers). Improvement in children's abilities is evident from the pretest and posttest tables, with a significance value (2-tailed) of 0.002, indicating that H0 is rejected and H1 is accepted. These findings suggest that integrating educational games like "Religion Mazes for Kids" into early childhood learning can effectively foster the development of religious and moral values in young children.

유아 배움의 현상 탐구

Objectives This study explores the meaning of early childhood experiences generated in events, situations, and relationships from the perspective of learning. Its purpose is to describe the educational content learned through early childhood experiences. Methods To achieve this, it tries to analyze and present the relationship between early childhood experiences and educational content. Results Firstly, this study tried to look into the potential of educational content by examining the relationship between early childhood experiences and the early childhood education curriculum, and to examine early childhood learning by exploring the connection between the curriculum and the subjects it encompasses. Secondly, it tried to concretize the possibility of early childhood experiences leading to their competency and life on the basis of educational content. Particularly, it emphasize the understanding that each child may have a different starting point for learning and the necessity to contemplate early childhood learning in the dimension of life. Conclusions By examining the meaning of early childhood experiences on the basis of educational content, this study suggests the importance of viewing the meaning of educational experiences diversely. It emphasizes the significance of teachers’ roles for understanding and practicing the diversity of educational content to ensure that early childhood experiences can become thir educational experiences.

Pengembangan Kompetensi Guru Paud dalam Proses Pembelajaran Anak Usia Dini

The purpose of writing this article is to discuss the development of preschool teacher competence in the early childhood learning process. Developing the competency of Early Childhood Education (preschool) teachers is very important in improving the quality of early childhood education. Early childhood teachers must have pedagogical and professional competencies that enable them to develop innovative learning media and actualize the various potentials that children have. In several studies, it was found that there are still many preschool teachers who do not meet the competency standards set, so it is necessary to carry out training and competency development to improve the quality of education. In several community service activities, early childhood teachers are expected to be able to understand students by recognizing early childhood development and utilizing information technology as a learning medium.

Enhancing Childrens Cognitive Abilities Through “Jelajah Alam” Apllication : Promoting Well-being

The use of technology in the early childhood learning process is rarely found despite the numerous benefits it offers. This study aimed to examine the effectiveness of the "Jelajah Alam" application in enhancing children's cognitive abilities. Research utilized quantitavive quasi-experimental : one sample pre-test post-test design. Research sample consisted of 19 kindergarten children selected through purposive sampling technique. Data measurement used was Nijmeegse Schoolbekwaamheids Testand Coloured Progressive Matrices Test. Data analysis use Wilcoxon signed-rank test. Findings revealed a significant difference between the pre-test and post-test score after implementing the "Jelajah Alam" application. Results indicated that the use of the application was effective in improving children's cognitive abilities. Results suggest that by playing “Jelajah Alam” application, enhance their cognitive ability based on their developmental phase. Result imply that by using technology, Parents and teacher have additional fun alternative to enhance their children cognitive ability.

STRATEGIES FOR IMPLEMENTHING THE HIDDEN CURRICULUM IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF RELIGIOUS AND MORAL VALUES IN EARLY CHILDREN

The aim of this research is to identify the existence of a hidden curriculum in early childhood learning in developing aspects of religious and moral values as well as teacher strategies in implementing the hidden curriculum at PAUD Siti Rahma Pabelan. Data collection procedures use interviews, observation and documentation. Interviews were conducted with the school principal and teacher council at PAUD Siti Rahma Pabelan using structured interview techniques. Observation sheets are used to discover hidden curriculum in learning. Documentation is used to identify between the core curriculum and the hidden curriculum. Data analysis was carried out by collecting data from interviews, observation sheets and documentation, then reducing it, presenting it and drawing conclusions. The results of this research explain that there are several hidden curriculum in the learning process which are divided into programmed activities, non-programmed activities and incidental activities. The hidden curriculum is implemented in various ways, including storytelling, playing, habituation, and reward and punishment. The novelty of this research is describes activities regarding the hidden curriculum in early childhood institutions and strategies for implementing it so that teachers better understand and comprehend the importance of the hidden curriculum for the development of children’s religious and moral values.

Curriculum Development Based on Workplace-Oriented Learning to Improve The Competence of Prospective Early Childhood Education Teachers

This study aims to develop a curriculum design based on Workplace-Oriented Learning (WOL) to improve the professional competence of prospective Early Childhood Education (ECE) teachers. The Educational Design Research (EDR) approach was used in the development of this design, through problem identification, curriculum planning, prototype development, and design evaluation. Through needs analysis and careful planning, this curriculum integrates theory with practice in the field. The results showed that the WOL curriculum was designed according to the current needs in the field. Based on the existing needs, the curriculum design is divided into several stages, including career awareness, career exploration, career preparation, and career training, which allow students to understand the tasks and skills needed in the world of work. With collaboration between educational institutions and industry, this curriculum bridges the gap between theory and practice, preparing students to become PAUD teachers who are ready to face the dynamic demands of early childhood education. Thus, the development of WOL-based curriculum design is expected to make a significant contribution to improving the quality of education and learning in early childhood.

Design of Picture Book "Petualangan Onding" Containing Bugis Values for Early Childhood Character Education

The rise of moral degradation caused by the waning of knowledge and application of human values ​​contained in Bugis culture (Sipakatau, Sipakakainge’, Sipakalebbi) continues to increase. Seeing this condition, the design of picture storybooks as a medium for visual communication and introduction of cultural values ​​as educational materials were carried out with characters and increasing segmented visual literacy for early children. The title of the picture storybook is "Petualangan Onding". Contains 14 pages and tells the story of a Bugis child named Onding and a monkey endemic to South Sulawesi named Upe who invites readers on an adventure to get to know the three ancestral values ​​of the Bugis tribe: Sipakatau, Sipakainge', and Sipakalebbi. The work creation method is carried out in stages from data collection to the execution process. Data was collected by obtaining primary data from people closely related to the book "Petualangan Onding", and then secondary data from literature studies. The book design process uses visual elements such as colors with a refreshing color mood, typography from the font named “Amalia”, and the concept of flat design illustrations. These elements are mixed in such a way as to create a culture-based visual communication medium for early childhood learning and character education.

Level of Satisfaction of Teachers in the Department of Education Television Program in Developing the Reading Skills of Early Childhood Learners

The study evaluated the level of satisfaction of Early Childhood teachers in the Department of Education Television Program in relation to the development of reading skills of early childhood learners in District II-B in the Division of Antipolo City. The study utilized the quantitative method that furnished in the result that the early childhood teachers showed their great extent satisfaction on the DepEd TV program that proved a positive impact in supporting the development of reading skills of early childhood learners regardless of their differences in their demographic profile. Particularly it supports the four aspects of reading development namely “supporting cognitive development”, better vocabulary”, “fostering love of reading”, and “increasing concentration.” Wherein, these aspects were used to assess whether the materials presented in the program covered topics from the DepEd K–12 Basic Education Curriculum and delivered the expected learnings of the early childhood learners. Through the program, children are encouraged to explore and learn the language acts of listening, speaking, reading, and writing that aids in the development of social-emotional skills and gain the ability to focus and pay attention for extended periods of time.

Exploring the Enchantment: Projection Mapping Storybook in Early Childhood Classrooms of Malaysia

The use of Projection Mapping storybooks has been integrated into many schools across the world, especially in this modern era where technology plays a very important role in education. The research in question explores the effects of this wonderful technology in early childhood classrooms in Malaysia. The study dissects how it influences learners' engagement in various learning experiences in education and literacy development. We employed a mixed methods research paradigm which was based on observations, interviews and questionnaires for teachers and students to obtain information. Research showed that Passive Projection Mapping storybooks is a technology suited to preschool classrooms to facilitate student engagement, interaction and literacy growth. This finding implies the necessity of providing more technology tools to Malaysian early childhood learners.

Pengembangan Media Busy Book Model Addie Sebagai Pembelajaran Motorik Dan Kreativitas Pada Anak Usia Dini

Busy Book has a function that is quite a lot proven from previous studies. However, in the current research, researchers want to know how the Busy Book learning media is able to have a positive impact on children in improving motor skills, not only fine motor skills, but also gross motor skills and abilities in the form of creativity at an early age. The use of R & D is appropriate in the preparation of this development research paper. The use of the ADDIE model is one of the guidelines in making study books in the form of "busy books", because the ADDIE model can provide product evaluations and revisions according to the stages. The data analysis technique in this study used qualitative and quantitative analysis techniques. The results of the data show that the validation value of material experts is 76.3%, media experts are 94%, and design experts are 90%, while the results of the small group test assessment are 91.4% and large group (field) tests are 93.8%, and the average result of student assessment of the activities carried out on the busy book is 86. The results obtained are concluded based on the established criteria, so it can be said that the busy book ADDIE model media can be used as motor learning and creativity in early childhood

Optimalisasi Kompetensi Tenaga Pendidik dalam Meningkatkan Kualitas Pembelajaran pada Anak Usia Dini

Lack of learning tools is one of the obstacles that is often faced, especially the lack of training related to the curriculum and the minimal availability of teaching aids is a challenge for teachers in AUD units at this time. According to the Principal of PAUD Kasih Bunda, the teacher's teaching and learning process also tends to be monotonous so that learning success is less effective and efficient. In this digital era, it is not uncommon for parents to give AUD access to gadgets which actually have negative effects. The approach used is the Participatory Action Research (PAR) method. As a result of the implementation of community service carried out by the team, the following conclusions were obtained: 1) PAUD educators in Buntut Village, Bali still do not understand and implement quality early childhood education through 9 elements; 2) The strategy of teaching staff in designing, choosing methods, determining techniques and approaches to early childhood learning is very important for developing and honing children's logical thinking abilities. The method chosen must be creative, fun, free from pressure so that it is easy for students to apply.

STUDENT PERCEPTION OF THE NEW PARADIGM INDEPENDENT CURRICULUM AT PIAUD

This research aims to determine the perceptions of PIAUD undergraduate students regarding the new paradigm of an independent curriculum at the Early Childhood Education level. Data collection used an open questionnaire using purposive sampling techniques. The Method uses a descriptive qualitative with a case study. The location used is in the Early Childhood Islamic Education Study Program (PIAUD) Muhammadiyah Probolinggo Islamic College. The research subjects were all students of the 4th semester Islamic Early Childhood Education study program, totaling 19 people who took the Early Childhood Learning Design course. The result shows that the content and structure of the independent curriculum are substantively more simple and deeper, because it is focuses on the self-development of students, students have diverse opinions regarding the independent curriculum where in learning the Independent curriculum students are trained to express opinions with more critical, creative, and motivated in solving every learning challenge they face, and teachers are required to be more creative in determining and designing learning activities by adjusting the conditions and needs of each class.

Book Review: Rethinking Environmental Education in a Climate Change Era: Weather Learning in Early Childhood by Tonya Rooney and Mindy Blaise

Book Review: <i>Rethinking Environmental Education in a Climate Change Era: Weather Learning in Early Childhood</i> by Tonya Rooney and Mindy Blaise

The Role of Teachers in Fostering Children's Motivation for Learning in the New Normal Era Through Affective Learning

This study aims to describe teachers' efforts in fostering children's learning motivation in the new normal era through affective learning for early childhood. Teachers are required to master the teaching materials that will be taught to children by providing learning enthusiasm through affective learning in the hope that children can instill interest, attitudes, self-concepts, and values. This research uses a descriptive qualitative method where the study examines the object naturally according to the situation in the field and describes it in words. The research was conducted at Islamic Kindergarten in Cigombong, Bogor. The subjects of this study were the headmaster and teachers. The findings of this study are the efforts of teachers to increase children's learning motivation through affective learning in the new normal era, including instilling attitudes and having good personalities with the aim of ensuring that the attitudes built in children are following expectations, thus encouraging the formation of children's attitudes from an early age.

The Effect of Color-Filtered Lighting in the Context of Biophilic Design for Early Childhood Learning Environment

The Effect of Color-Filtered Lighting in the Context of Biophilic Design for Early Childhood Learning Environment

Implementasi Instrumen Penilaian Pembelajaran pada Anak Usia Dini di RA Sholahiyah Bae Kudus

&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Early childhood learning assessment is something that must be done by educators in every institution to determine children's development. This research focuses on assessing children aged 4-5 years in group A which refers to the independent curriculum implemented in one of the PAUD institutions, namely RA Sholahiyah Bae Kudus. This research aims to find out how learning assessment is implemented for children aged 4-5 years, the instruments used, and the obstacles and supporting factors at RA Sholahiyah Bae Kudus. This research uses qualitative methods using data collection techniques in the form of observation, interviews and documentation. The subjects of this research were the principal, class A1 and A2 teachers, employees and students aged 4-5 years at RA Sholahiyah Bae Kudus. This research uses the Miles and Huberman model where data analysis consists of data collection, data reduction, data presentation, and data withdrawal. The results of the research show that RA Sholahiyah Bae Kudus in implementing it used the independent curriculum as a reference using three assessment instruments including: anecdotal notes, checklists, and work results. The assessment process carried out by educators is by observing and analyzing each child according to learning activities, student needs and learning achievements. In this case there are also obstacles in the assessment process, but for every obstacle there is a way out through solutions or suggestions.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

Touch to Learn: A Review of Haptic Technology's Impact on Skill Development and Enhancing Learning Abilities for Children

Early childhood education is critical in shaping children's intellectual and motor skills as it provides a solid foundation for cognitive, social, and emotional development, which highly depends on spatial thinking. Haptic feedback can be effectively used for educational and training purposes, particularly in fields such as physics, math, and arts, offering a more interactive learning media and supporting kinesthetic learners by its nature. Herein, different ways of implementing haptic feedback on different educational scenarios from the perspective of technological development and their impact on children's learned skills and outcomes (e.g., their motivation, their analytical or spatial thinking abilities, or fine motor skills) will be examined. This article provides an overview of how haptic feedback has been implemented in different learning scenarios for children. Particularly, it is indicated that haptics can potentially improve early childhood learning outcomes and spatial reasoning skills as it can increase children's interest, participation, performance in educational activities, and analytical ability. The major drawbacks of the current studies, such as variance in participants’ learning challenges and small sample numbers are also highlighted.

Innovation in Preschool and Early School Education

The importance of innovation in early childhood learning emphasizes the need for a responsive approach to local cultural riches and values. The local wisdom approach emerges as a promising paradigm, creating space for innovation that has a positive impact on learning management. The aim of this research is to describe, analyze and offer learning innovation solutions through a local wisdom approach in a management context. The research method used is literature study, through collecting library data originating from articles, journals, electronic books and relevant document data related to the research focus. The data analysis process was carried out using descriptive methods to analyze the material collected. The research results show that innovative learning with local wisdom creates an interesting learning environment and supports children's development by enriching their experience of local values ​​and traditions. Innovative activities include learning methods, creative management, material development, and local community empowerment.

Improving Early Childhood Learning Interest Ability Through Animation Media in Group B Students at Harapan Pammanu Kindergarten.

Improving Early Childhood Learning Interest Ability Through Animation Media in Group B Students at Harapan Pammanu Kindergarten.

Development of a Three-Dimensional Media Simulation Game Model to Develop Children's Morals in Kindergarten: A Preliminary Study

Learning media development is a way to solve an early childhood learning problem in improving children's moral behavior. The purpose of this study was to determine the needs of teachers in developing a three-dimensional media simulation game model in kindergarten to improve children's moral aspects. The method used in this research is a qualitative method using interviews and observations as research instruments. There are several important points in the findings of this study, namely (1) children's moral abilities are still lacking, (2) the ability of teachers to package material about children's morals in kindergarten is also lacking, and (3) teachers need a game model for children that is interesting and fun. Therefore, it is necessary for teachers to design a three-dimensional media simulation game model that can improve children's moral abilities.