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IMPROVING CHILDREN'S FINE MOTOR SKILLS AT THE AGE OF 4 - 5 YEARS THROUGH CHARCOAL FINGER PAINTING ACTIVITIES Aulina, Choirun Nisak
Journal of Learning on History and Social Sciences Vol. 1 No. 2 (2024): European Journal of Learning on History and Social Sciences
Publisher : PT. Antis International Publisher

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61796/ejlhss.v1i2.360

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Fine motor skills are an important ability for children to have. This research aims to improve the fine motor skills of children aged 4-5 years through charcoal finger painting activities. The research method used is the Class Action Research Method (PTK) which is carried out through 4 stages, namely planning, implementation and observation, reflection. The research subjects were 20 group A students at RA Ar-Rohmah. The data collection technique uses observation and documentation with a target of 75% success as seen in the child's ability in 1) eye and hand coordination, 2) finger strength, 3) wrist flexibility. The results of the research showed that there was an increase in the pre-cycle, the results were 47.5%, the results in cycle 1 were 72.5% and the results were 83.5% in cycle II, which means that charcoal finger painting activities can improve children's fine motor skills.
Enhancing Problem-Solving Skills through the Student Facilitator and Explaining Model: An Exploratory Study Aulina, Choirun Nisak; Rocmah, Luluk Iffatur; Shofiyah, Noly; Ratih, Elin Salina
Jurnal Pendidikan Progresif Vol 15, No 4 (2025): Jurnal Pendidikan Progresif
Publisher : FKIP Universitas Lampung

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23960/jpp.v15i4.pp2683-2697

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Enhancing Problem-Solving Skills through the Student Facilitator and Explaining Model: An Exploratory Study. Objectives: This study investigates the potential of the Student Facilitator and Explaining (SFE) model to improve undergraduate students’ problem-solving skills during microteaching practice. Methods: A quantitative, single-group pretest-posttest design was employed, involving 21 students enrolled in the Microteaching course of the Early Childhood Education (PG PAUD) program. The instrument consisted of six dimensions: persistence, divergent thinking, convergent thinking, motivation, environment, and general knowledge and skills, measured using a five-point Likert scale. Pretest and posttest data were analyzed using paired sample t tests to determine statistical significance. Findings: Results showed significant improvements across all dimensions of problem-solving skills. The most substantial gains were observed in divergent thinking (Mdiff = 18.57, t = 13.54, p < 0.001), general knowledge and skills (Mdiff = 18.05, t = 13.90, p < 0.001), and motivation (Mdiff = 17.81, t = 14.12, p < 0.001). All dimensions demonstrated statistically significant enhancement (p < 0.001), indicating that the SFE model effectively fosters students’ cognitive flexibility, persistence, and self-motivation in addressing instructional problems. Conclusion: The SFE model enhances students’ problem-solving abilities by promoting active engagement, collaborative reasoning, and reflective learning within Microteaching courses. These findings highlight the potential of student-centered instructional models to develop both cognitive and professional competencies in teacher education. Future research using control groups and larger samples is recommended to strengthen the validity and generalizability of these results. Keywords: problem-solving skills, SFE model, microteaching, pedagogical strategy.