RETORIKA: Jurnal Ilmu Bahasa
Vol. 10 No. 3 (2024)

The Influence of Cartoon Films on Linguistic Growth in Early Childhood: A Psycholinguistic Study

Suryanti (Universitas Muhammadiyah Button)
Andi Agusniatih (Universitas Tadulako)
Hafni Hafsah (Institut Azzuhra)
Erdiyan Saputra (Universitas Islam Batanghari)
Ahmad Munawir (Universitas Islam As’adiyah Sengkang)



Article Info

Publish Date
17 Dec 2024

Abstract

The cartoon Dora the Explorer is a work that combines bilingual elements, where Indonesian, English, and French are used simultaneously to support children's language learning. This study aims to examine the influence of cartoons on linguistic growth in children aged 2-6 years using a psycholinguistic approach. Psycholinguistics was used to study the development of children's linguistic growth after watching the cartoon Dora the Explorer, with a focus on the processes of language comprehension and production that occur within them. Cartoons often feature engaging visual elements and simple dialogue, making them an effective medium for introducing language to children. Through an analysis of the interaction between film content and children's cognitive development, the study explores how elements such as characters, stories, and phrase repetition can enhance speaking, listening, and linguistic understanding skills. Using observational methods and interviews, data were collected from children who regularly watch cartoons and their caregivers. The study indicates that Dora the Explorer encompasses various aspects of linguistic growth and social interaction. Additionally, results show that children exposed to cartoons acquire new vocabulary significantly faster and demonstrate improved communication abilities. These findings highlight the importance of selecting appropriate media to support early language learning processes and provide recommendations for parents and educators to utilize cartoons as effective learning tools.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

jret

Publisher

Subject

Education Languange, Linguistic, Communication & Media

Description

RETORIKA: Jurnal Ilmu Bahasa, 2406-9019 (Print ISSN), 2443-0668 (Electronic ISSN) is the Journal of Linguistics who published research articles and of theoretical articles in linguistic science which published by Linguistic Department, Postgraduated Program, Universitas Warmadewa. The journal is ...