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The Role of a Gadget-Free Community Program in Improving Elementary School Children’s Social Skills Gunarti Dwi Lestari; Desika Putri Mardiani; Nunuk Hariyati; Rofik Jalal Rosyanafi; Rivo Nugroho; Danang Prastyo; Fonny Dameaty Hutagalung
International Journal of Learning Reformation in Elementary Education Vol. 5 No. 01 (2026): International Journal of Learning Reformation in Elementary Education
Publisher : The Indonesian Institute of Science and Technology Research

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56741/IISTR.ijlree.001545

Abstract

The increased use of digital devices among elementary school children often results in decreased direct interaction, collaborative skills, and emotional regulation abilities. Kampung Lali Gadget (KLG or a Gadget-Free Community), a community-based community in Sidoarjo, presents a form of non-formal education through traditional game activities integrated with the values of collaboration, empathy, and social communication. This study aims to understand in depth the role of the KLG community in shaping and strengthening the social skills of elementary school-aged children. The method used is qualitative research with a case study approach. Data were collected through participant observation during traditional game sessions, in-depth interviews with children, parents, facilitators, and community leaders, and documentation of activities. Data analysis was conducted using thematic techniques through the stages of data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing, as well as triangulation of sources and methods to maintain validity. The results of the study indicate that children's involvement in KLG activities facilitates meaningful social learning processes: children become more skilled at communicating, showing empathy, collaborating, following rules, and managing emotions in group interactions. The role of community facilitators using a reflective and collaborative approach proved crucial in creating a safe, inclusive, and enjoyable learning environment. Furthermore, parental participation and local community support contributed to the program's sustainability. This study concludes that KLG functions as a culturally based communal learning space that is effective in improving the social skills of elementary school children.
Co-Authors Achmad Irfandi Agung Sihono Agus Sukoco Akmalia Putri, Fina Al dhita Ika Putri Irianti Alfa Izza Ramadhani Alfina Nelish Zharfana Ali Yusuf Anisa Yunita Ardhana Reswari Ardhana Reswari Arief, Hanif Aripin, Jainul Rahmat Bagus Cahyanto Budi Purwoko Catharine Laboure Nimas Ayu Anindita Chelonia, Zioravinky Clara Hetty Primasari Danang Prastyo Danang Prastyo Delia Indrawati Denok Dwi Anggraini Desika Putri Mardiani Dewangga, Teguh Dwijayanto, Aditya Jati Edwin Jaimes Villaflor Ekki Erlangga Fitri Rofiyarti Fonny Dameaty Hutagalung Gunarti Dwi Lestari HERU SISWANTO Heryanto Susilo Hidayat, Wahyu Pratama Nasrul Hunafa, Della Aldea I Ketut Atmaja Johny Artha, I I Putu Artaya Ida Ayu Puspita Sari Ida Ayu Puspita Sari Ima Widiyanah Junaedi, Lukman Kholisussa'di LAKSANA, ILHAM Lestari , Gunarti Dwi Mallevi Agustin Ningrum, Mallevi Agustin Mardiani, Desika MARDIANI, DESIKA PUTRI MARIA VERONIKA ROESMININGSIH Meita Santi Budiani Mesakh Yunanto Muchamad Arif Mufarrihul Hazin Muhammad Ikhsan Setiawan Muhammad Turhan Yani Mustakim Mustakim Nunuk Hariyati Nuraini, Febritesna Nusantara, Widya Prastyo, Danang Purwanto Purwanto Putri Intan Permatasari Putri, Fina Akmalia Qodriyati, Tri 'Ulya Raya Sulistyowati Reivera, Kevin Rivo Nugroho Rizal Bahaswan Roesminingsih, MV Salma Adhwa Hanifah Selfi Lailiyatul Iftitah SJAFIATUL MARDLIYAH Sri Wiwoho Mudjanarko, Sri Wiwoho Suharyani Supriyanto Supriyanto Susanto , Shobri Firman Sutanto, Wahyuning Budiwati Syailatur Rahmah Taufiq Harris Titis Angga Rini Tri 'Ulya Qodriyati virdaus, varia virdania Wahyuni Wahyuni Widodo Widodo Widodo Widodo Widyaswari, Monica WIWIN YULIANINGSIH Wiwin Yulianingsih Wiwin Yulianingsih Yatim Riyanto Yayuk Setyawati Yulianti, Endah Zakariyah, M Fahmi