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Implementation of Experimental Methods in Improving the Science Skills of Children Aged 5-6 Years Sumartin Sumartin; Ferdian Utama; Yuning Eka Rahma Wati
Bulletin of Early Childhood Vol. 4 No. 2 (2025): Bulletin of Early Childhood
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.51278/bec.v4i2.2494

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This research is motivated by the importance of developing science skills in early childhood US the base for critical thinking, creativity, andproblem solving, while science learning in Early Childhood Education still tends to be theoretical and does not involve direct children'sexperiences. This study aims to describe the implementation of experimental methods in improving the science skills of children aged 5-6 years atMa'arif 28 Mountain Adi Kindergarten for the 2025/2026 Academic Year, with a focus on aspects of planning, implementation, and evaluation oflearning. The research method used is a qualitative approach with a descriptive type, through data collection techniques in the form of observations, interviews, and documentation of school principals, teachers, and 12 children US research subjects. The results of the study showthat the application of experimental methods is able to improve children 's science skills US a whole, including exploratory activities, the ability tosolve simple problems, creative attitudes, understanding cause and effect, and the ability to classify and sort objects. Children become more active,enthusiastic, and confident in participating in learning because they are directly involved in experimental activities. In addition, the success of thismethod is supported by the role of teachers in providing guidance, the use of varied media, and interactive and fun learning. Thus, experimentalmethods have proven to be effective in developing early childhood science skills and can be an alternative to innovative learning strategies in earlychildhood education.
Teachers' Efforts in Applying Movement and Songs to Autistic Children in Developing Gross Physical Motor Skills in the 5-6 Year Age Group at As Salam Branti Kindergarten Astria Ningrum; Muhammad Yusuf; Ferdian Utama
Bulletin of Early Childhood Vol. 4 No. 2 (2025): Bulletin of Early Childhood
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.51278/bec.v4i2.2505

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This study aims to describe the efforts of teachers in applying movement and song to children with autism in developing gross motor physical abilities in the 5-6 year old group at As Salam Branti Kindergarten. This study used a qualitative descriptive approach with a field research type. The research subjects were determined through a purposive sampling technique involving the principal, group B teachers, and one autistic child. Data collection techniques were carried out through observation, interviews, and documentation, then analyzed using the Miles and Huberman model through the stages of data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. The results showed that the teachers' efforts were carried out in a structured manner through the stages of preparation and song selection, individual approaches, gradual implementation of activities, and evaluation and adjustment of methods. The application of movement and song has been proven to have a positive impact on the gross motor development of children with autism, characterized by improved body movement coordination, balance, use of both hands, and the ability to follow simple activities in a more directed manner. Thus, the movement and song method can be an effective and adaptive learning strategy in supporting the gross motor physical development of autistic children in early childhood education.
Examining the Effect of Fatherlessness on Students’ Mathematical Mindset Meita Sari; Eka Fitria Ningsih; Ferdian Utama; Fathma Salsabila; Lilin Nailul Fauziah; Santi Widyawati
International Journal on Advanced Science, Education, and Religion Vol 8 No 4 (2025): IJoASER (International Journal on Advanced Science, Education)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33648/ijoaser.v8i4.1328

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This study aims to examine the relationship between fatherlessness and mathematical mindset through self-esteem. The study used an ex post facto correlational research design involving 184 junior high school students. The instruments used were the fatherlessness scale, self-esteem scale, and mathematical mindset scale, all of which had been tested for validity and reliability. Data analysis was performed using Andrew F. Hayes' Process Model 4. The results showed that fatherlessness had a significant negative effect on self-esteem (β=-0.298, p<0.01). Self-esteem had a positive effect on mathematical mindset (β=0.384, p<0.01), and fatherlessness also had a direct negative effect on mathematical mindset (β=-0.167, p<0.01). In addition, there is an indirect mediating effect through self-esteem (β=-0.114, 95% CI [-0.184, -0.062]). The implications of the research results for guidance and counseling practices will be discussed.
Model Pembelajaran Inklusif Anak Usia Dini Berkebutuhan Khusus (ABK) Berbasis Parenting pada Keluarga di Kota Metro Siti Alawiyah; Muhammad Yusuf; Ferdian Utama; Yuli Supriani
EL-Hadhary: Jurnal Penelitian Pendidikan Multidisiplin Vol 4 No 01 (2026): El-Hadhary
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61693/elhadhary.vol401.2026.37-55

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This study aims to describe a parenting-based inclusive early childhood learning model in families in Metro City. The study used a qualitative approach with field research, with parents of children with special needs such as ADHD, dyslexia, and speech delay as subjects. Data collection techniques were carried out through in-depth interviews, participant observation, and documentation, while data analysis used the interactive model of Miles and Huberman. The results showed that the parenting-based inclusive learning model was implemented through five main stages: identification and assessment of children's needs, adjustment of learning materials and activities, implementation of educational play activities, active involvement of parents as companions, and periodic evaluation and adjustment. The learning process takes place flexibly, naturally, and is based on daily experiences within the family, with parents as the primary educators who adjust learning strategies based on the child's conditions and needs. Educational play activities are the main medium in stimulating children's cognitive, social, and language development. Active parental involvement in ongoing mentoring and evaluation is a determining factor in learning success. The research findings indicate that this model is effective in supporting the development of children with special needs, although it still requires strengthening in terms of systematization and professional support for optimal implementation.
Examining the Effect of Fatherlessness on Students’ Mathematical Mindset Meita Sari; Eka Fitria Ningsih; Ferdian Utama; Fathma Salsabila; Lilin Nailul Fauziah; Santi Widyawati
International Journal on Advanced Science, Education, and Religion Vol 8 No 4 (2025): IJoASER (International Journal on Advanced Science, Education)
Publisher : Sekolah Tinggi Agama Islam Al-Furqan, Makassar - Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.33648/ijoaser.v8i4.1328

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This study aims to examine the relationship between fatherlessness and mathematical mindset through self-esteem. The study used an ex post facto correlational research design involving 184 junior high school students. The instruments used were the fatherlessness scale, self-esteem scale, and mathematical mindset scale, all of which had been tested for validity and reliability. Data analysis was performed using Andrew F. Hayes' Process Model 4. The results showed that fatherlessness had a significant negative effect on self-esteem (β=-0.298, p<0.01). Self-esteem had a positive effect on mathematical mindset (β=0.384, p<0.01), and fatherlessness also had a direct negative effect on mathematical mindset (β=-0.167, p<0.01). In addition, there is an indirect mediating effect through self-esteem (β=-0.114, 95% CI [-0.184, -0.062]). The implications of the research results for guidance and counseling practices will be discussed.
STRATEGI KOMITE SEKOLAH DALAM MENDUKUNG PENINGKATAN MUTU PENDIDIKAN DI SMAN 1 PUNDUH PEDADA Khairudin Khairudin; Sunarto Sunarto; Ferdian Utama
Assyfa Journal of Islamic Studies Vol. 3 No. 2 (2025): Assyfa Journal of Islamic Studies
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61650/ajis.v3i2.958

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This study aims to analyze the role and strategies of school committees in improving educational quality at SMAN 1 Punduh Pedada. School committees hold a strategic position as key stakeholders in participatory and accountable educational management; however, their role is often still administrative rather than strategic. This research employed a qualitative descriptive approach, with data collected through interviews, observations, and documentation involving principals, teachers, committee members, and parents. The findings show that the school committee has performed its roles as an advisory, supporting, controlling, and mediating agency, but these roles have not been fully optimized. Committee involvement in decision-making remains limited and tends to occur only at the final stage. Supporting factors include institutional support and community participation, while inhibiting factors include limited human resource capacity, weak coordination and communication, and the absence of structured strategic planning. The strategies implemented are still adaptive and not yet systematic, although they reflect collaborative efforts with the school. Therefore, optimizing the role of school committees requires strengthening strategic planning, improving stakeholder capacity, and enhancing communication systems to support sustainable educational quality improvement
Efforts of Teachers and Parents in Developing Children's Morals Through Integrated Communication Methods in Early Childhood Nur Thila Syarofa; Ferdian Utama; Yuning Eka Rahma Wati
Bulletin of Early Childhood Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026): Bulletin of Early Childhood
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.51278/bec.v5i1.2521

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This research is motivated by the continued discovery of early childhood behavior that does not reflect commendable morals, such as the habit of speaking rudely and swearing, which indicates a lack of synchronicity between habits at school and parenting patterns at home. This study aims to describe the collaborative and participatory efforts of teachers and parents in developing children's morals through integrated communication methods at RA Nurul Huda Bandar Mataram. This field research with a descriptive qualitative approach involved the principal, class teachers, parents/guardians of students, and students. Data collection through observation, in-depth interviews, and documentation. Data analysis used the inductive model of Miles, Huberman, and Saldaña. Data validity was tested by credibility, transferability, dependability, and confirmability. The results of the study indicate that efforts to develop children's morals are carried out effectively through integrated communication methods with collaborative dimensions (joint design of behavioral targets) and participatory (active involvement of parents as subjects). Teachers and parents optimize contact books, private WhatsApp messages, direct dialogue, and parenting programs, implementing role-modeling and habit-building strategies in a coordinated manner. This collaboration has been proven to reduce children's habit of using bad language and prevent confusion about values, as rules of good manners are consistently reinforced at school and at home.
Teachers' Efforts in Implementing Multicultural Education to Strengthen the Values of Honesty, Tolerance, and Peace in Early Childhood Fidiah Ningrum; Ferdian Utama; Leli Fertiliana Dea
Bulletin of Early Childhood Vol. 4 No. 2 (2025): Bulletin of Early Childhood
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.51278/bec.v4i2.2533

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This study aims to describe teachers' efforts in implementing multicultural education to strengthen the values of honesty, tolerance, and peace in early childhood at RA Nurul Muttaqin. This study uses a qualitative descriptive approach with field research. Data were obtained through observation, interviews, and documentation with teachers, students, and parent representatives. The results show that the instillation of character values is carried out through consistent daily habits and integrated into learning activities. Teachers act as role models in displaying honest, tolerant, and peace-loving behavior, as well as creating a safe, inclusive, and conducive classroom environment. The value of honesty is formed through the habituation of responsibility and openness, tolerance is developed through group activities and social interactions, while peace-loving is instilled through persuasive conflict resolution and sociodrama activities. Play activities are the main medium for internalizing values because they provide enjoyable direct experiences for children. In addition, multicultural education strategies implemented through the introduction of cultural diversity and collaborative activities can foster mutual respect and strengthen a sense of togetherness. The research findings confirm that the success of early childhood character formation is greatly influenced by the consistency of habits, teacher role models, and an inclusive and harmonious learning environment. Thus, the application of multicultural education contextually is an effective approach in shaping children's social character from an early age.
Development of the Traditional Rainbow Rope Game as a Medium for Gross Motor Stimulation of Children Aged 5-6 Years Istiqomah Istiqomah; Ferdian Utama; Yuning Eka Rahma Wati
Bulletin of Early Childhood Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026): Bulletin of Early Childhood
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.51278/bec.v5i1.2537

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This research is motivated by the low gross motor skills of children aged 5-6 years at PAUD KB Al Ikhlash Gaya Baru III Central Lampung which is caused by the lack of interesting and interactive learning media variations. The purpose of this study is to develop and determine the effectiveness of the traditional rainbow rope game as a medium for stimulating gross motor skills in early childhood. This study uses the Research and Development (R&D) method with the Borg and Gall model which is simplified into seven stages, namely potential and problems, data collection, product design, design validation, design revision, product trials, and product revisions. The research subjects consisted of media experts, material experts, and 16 children aged 5-6 years. Data collection techniques used observation, interviews, questionnaires, and documentation, while data analysis was carried out qualitatively and quantitatively. The results showed that the traditional rainbow rope game was declared very feasible by media experts with an average score of 3.80 and feasible by material experts with an average score of 3.00. Furthermore, the trial results showed an improvement in children's gross motor skills, indicated by a decrease in the Not Yet Developed (BB) category and an increase in the Developing as Expected (BSH) and Very Well Developed (BSB) categories. Thus, the traditional rainbow rope game is an effective learning tool to stimulate gross motor skills in early childhood in a fun and interactive way.
Development of Used Cardboard Media Into A Weather Box to Develop Cognitive Development in Early Childhood Ages 4-5 Years Arum Kumala Putri; Muhammad Yusuf; Ferdian Utama
Bulletin of Early Childhood Vol. 4 No. 2 (2025): Bulletin of Early Childhood
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.51278/bec.v4i2.2519

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This study is motivated by the low cognitive abilities of children aged 4–5 years at KB Melati Rejo Binangun in understanding weather concepts, which is caused by the limited availability of innovative, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning media. Preliminary data indicates that most children are still categorized as Not Yet Developed (BB) and Beginning to Develop (MB) in cognitive indicators related to weather recognition. Therefore, this study aims to develop a learning media made from recycled cardboard called the Weather Box and to examine its effectiveness in improving children's cognitive abilities. This study employs a Research and Development (R&D) method using the ADDIE model, which consists of analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation stages. The research subjects are children aged 4–5 years in the 2024/2025 academic year. Data collection techniques include observation, interviews, and oral post-tests using guiding questions. The cognitive indicators measured include the ability to recognize weather symbols, relate weather to daily activities, think critically and creatively, and understand the impacts of weather. The results show that the Weather Box effectively attracts children's attention, is easy to use, creates an interactive learning environment, and helps children understand weather concepts concretely. In addition, this media promotes environmental awareness through the use of recycled materials as an educational and enjoyable learning tool. The contribution of this study lies in the development of an innovative learning media based on recycled materials, which can be used by early childhood educators as an affordable, engaging, and environmentally friendly alternative to support cognitive learning, while also providing concrete learning experiences for young children in understanding weather concepts.
Co-Authors Abdur Razzaq Afolaranmi, Adebayo Ola Agus Setiawan Agus Susetyo Agustiningsih Agustiningsih Allaily, Nada Rihadatul Aisy Alucyana Anshory, Muhammad Isa Apriliani, Elina Intan Arum Kumala Putri Astria Ningrum Baniyah Baniyah Baniyah Baniyah, Baniyah Cindy Putri Dinata Dea, Leli Fertiana Dea, Leli Fertiliana Dedi Setiawan Dewi Maftutah Eka Fitria Ningsih Eka Prasetiawati, Eka Eko Nani Fitriono Fathma Salsabila Fauziah, Lailul Fauziah, Lilin Nailul Febri Kurniasari Fidiah Ningrum Fitri Yani Fitri Yani Fitriono, Eko Nani Hanafiah, Nur Arifah Hartika Utami Fitri, Hartika Utami Heri Kristianto Heri Kristianto Huda, Firtia Husnul Iffah Mu'arifah Ika Ariyati Irhamudin Istiqomah Istiqomah Jaenullah Jaenullah Jannah, Siti Roudhatul Khairudin Khairudin Khasanah, Rani Zulfia Leli Fertiliana Dea Leli Fertiliana Dea Leli Fertiliana Dea Lilin Nailul Fauziah Linawati Maharsi, Maharsi Mahmud Arif Masrurotul Mahmudah, Masrurotul Meita Sari Meita Sari Mu'arifah, Iffah Muhammad Yusuf Muhammad Yusuf MUHAMMAD YUSUF Muhammad Yusuf Musaddad Harahap Nashir, Muhammad Ja’far Ningsih, Sintia Sulistia Nur Tanfidiyah Nur Thila Syarofa Pipit Ari Kurniawati PUJI LESTARI Rachmad, Yoesoep Edhie Raihana, Raihana Rofiatin, Siti Salsabila, Fathma Santi Widyawati Saumi, Wulan Nisfu Siregar, Rukia Siti Alawiyah Siti Maryam Siti Rokayah Siti Roudhotul Jannah Siti Roudhotul Jannah Siti Roudhotul Jannah Siti Roudhotul Jannah Siti Roudhotul Jannah, Siti Roudhotul Suhono Suhono, Suhono Sumartin Sumartin Sunarto Sunarto Susetyo, Agus Urrofah, Binti Wieldy, Wieldy Caesar Nesta Yeasy Agustina Sari Yoesoep Edhie Rachmad Yuli Supriani Yuliatur Rohimah Yuning Eka Rahma Wati Yuning Eka Rahma Wati