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PELATIHAN MEDIA PEMBELAJARAN DIGITAL UNTUK GURU PAUD DI KABUPATEN DONGGALA Agusniatih, Andi; Durrotunnisa, Durrotunnisa; Awalunisah, Sita; Imamah, Zakiyyatul; Amrullah, Amrullah
Mejuajua: Jurnal Pengabdian pada Masyarakat Vol. 5 No. 2 (2025): Desember 2025
Publisher : Yayasan Penelitian dan Inovasi Sumatera (YPIS)

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Early childhood learning media is very important to be prepared by teachers before learning activities begin. Without learning media as an introduction or intermediary, ongoing learning will not be interesting. The use of technology will make it very easy for teachers to prepare practical and interesting digital-based learning media. Creating digital-based learning media will allow teachers to be creative and innovate with various applications and devices provided by information technology. Learning or media created by utilizing digital-based learning provides a new revolution for teachers in the learning methods used. The digital media used include PowerPoint, Prezi, Canva, CapCut, and the Kahoot and Quizizz apps, making learning more enjoyable. Regular use of digital media can improve learning quality, as students become accustomed to learning in a more engaging, active, and independent manner. Furthermore, this method helps students develop 21st-century skills such as digital literacy, critical thinking, collaboration, and creativity. This also makes it easier for teachers to assess, provide feedback, and adapt teaching methods to meet students' needs. The results of community service found a significant increase in teacher knowledge and skills with an average pre-test score of 61 and an average post-test score of 83. This activity succeeded in increasing teacher competence in preparing the learning process.
Exploring the Role of Contextual Learning in Developing the Cognitive Abilities of Children Aged 5–6 Years Siti Nurani, Ni Wayan; Fitriana, Fitriana; Awalunisah, Sita; Nur Zuama, Shofiyanti
Indonesian Journal of Early Childhood Educational Research (IJECER) Vol. 4 No. 2: December 2025
Publisher : Universitas Islam negeri Mahmud Yunus Batusangkar

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This study aims to explore the role of contextual learning in developing children’s cognitive abilities. The subjects of this research were all 18 children in Group B of Pelita Hati Kindergarten, consisting of 9 boys and 9 girls. The findings revealed that contextual learning played a significant role in enhancing the cognitive development of children in Group B, particularly through the use of spinach as a learning medium. Before the learning activity began, the teacher introduced spinach, explained its parts, and encouraged the children to identify and count them. The teacher then invited the children to play a sorting game by arranging the spinach from the smallest to the largest. Through contextual learning, children were able to interact directly with concrete materials, which supported the early childhood education principle of learning through play and facilitated better understanding. Observations conducted over three weeks showed that contextual learning greatly contributed to children’s cognitive growth, particularly in three key aspects: sequencing, identifying, and counting.
The Impact of Balanced Nutrition Education on Efforts to Prevent Stunting in Early Childhood Andini; Nurhayati; Awalunisah, Sita; Durrotunnisa
Indonesian Journal of Early Childhood Educational Research (IJECER) Vol. 4 No. 2: December 2025
Publisher : Universitas Islam negeri Mahmud Yunus Batusangkar

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This study aims to examine the impact of balanced nutrition education on stunting prevention efforts among early childhood learners in a Kindergarten setting. A mixed-methods approach was employed, integrating both qualitative and quantitative data to obtain comprehensive and reliable findings. The research subjects consisted of 15 children, including 5 boys and 10 girls. Data were collected through observation, questionnaires, interviews, and documentation, and analyzed using complementary qualitative and quantitative techniques. The results show that the overall achievement of balanced nutritional eating patterns reached 100%. Furthermore, the average score of children’s balanced nutrition eating behavior was 41.5%, categorized as “developing as expected” (BSH). These findings indicate that balanced nutrition education has a significant positive effect on stunting prevention efforts among early childhood learners aged 4–6 years in the Kindergarten context. The study suggests that early and consistent nutrition education should be integrated into school programs as well as family involvement activities to strengthen stunting prevention initiatives. Future research is recommended to include larger participant groups and utilize longitudinal approaches to examine long-term changes in children’s nutritional behaviors.
The Role of Reward and Punishment in Strengthening Religious Values in Early Childhood Education Nurul Halisa; Nurhayati; Sita Awalunisah; Andi Agusniatih
TEMATIK: Jurnal Pemikiran dan Penelitian Pendidikan Anak Usia Dini Vol. 11 No. 2 (2025): TEMATIK: Jurnal Pemikiran dan Penelitian Pendidikan Anak Usia Dini
Publisher : Program Studi Pendidikan Guru Pendidikan Anak Usia Dini, Fakultas Ilmu Pendidikan, Universitas Negeri Makassar

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The development of children’s religious values plays a fundamental role in shaping their character, particularly in helping children distinguish between good and bad behavior, understanding basic worship practices, and recognizing Islamic symbols from an early age. However, learning activities in early childhood education settings often lack reinforcement strategies that effectively engage children and sustain their motivation during religious learning. This study aims to analyze the role of implementing reward and punishment in strengthening religious values in early childhood education. A qualitative descriptive approach was employed, involving 13 children aged 5–6 years. Data were collected through observation, interviews, and documentation. The results indicate that applying rewards and punishments in learning activities can increase children’s motivation, attention, discipline, and understanding of religious concepts. Three aspects showed improvement: recognition of Hijaiyah letters, performance of prayer movements, and knowledge of the Hijri months. Teachers implemented rewards such as praise, applause, and star stickers, while punishment was applied educationally through verbal reminders and task continuation. These results suggest that appropriately implemented reward and punishment strategies, combined with habituation practices, can effectively support the development of religious values in early childhood education settings.