The Eastasouth Journal of Learning and Educations
Vol. 4 No. 01 (2026): The Eastasouth Journal of Learning and Educations (ESLE)

The Impact of Child-Centered Teaching Approaches and Teacher Interaction on Learning Engagement among Early Childhood Students in Indonesia

Riki Taufiki (Paud Boh Hatee Bangsa, Aceh Utara, Indonesia)
Lamri Siti Hasanah Nadeak (Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris)
Istiarsyah Istiarsyah (Universitas Muhammadiyah Mahakarya Aceh)



Article Info

Publish Date
31 Mar 2026

Abstract

Student learning engagement is a key factor in determining the effectiveness of early childhood education, as active participation and enthusiasm influence children's cognitive and social development. This study examines the impact of child-centered teaching approaches and teacher interaction on student learning engagement in early childhood education in Indonesia. Using a quantitative survey method, data were collected from 200 early childhood education teachers through a Likert-scale questionnaire and analyzed using SPSS version 25, including descriptive statistics, validity and reliability tests, and multiple linear regression analysis. The results show that both child-centered teaching approaches and teacher interaction have a positive and significant effect on student learning engagement, with teacher interaction showing a stronger influence. The two variables jointly explain 50.7% of the variance in student learning engagement. These findings emphasize the importance of interactive, child-centered learning environments and strong teacher–student communication to enhance student engagement in early childhood education.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

esle

Publisher

Subject

Education

Description

ESLE - The Eastasouth Journal of Learning and Educations is a peer-reviewed journal and open access three times a year (March, July and November) published by Eastasouth Institute. ESLE aims to publish articles in the field of Education policy, Curriculum and learning, Educational technology, ...