Nonformal Education Strategy Enhancing Learning Motivation And Discipline To Prevent Dropout In Sijunjung

Dony Novaliendry (Universitas Negeri Padang)
Yustitia Harti (Universitas Negeri Padang)
Vitselly Marlinda Rizalfitri (Universitas Negeri Padang)
Razifa Mutiara Hani (Universitas Negeri Padang)
Arini Nisaul Khaira (Universitas Negeri Padang)
Sapta Dewi Samudra (Universitas Negeri Padang)
Sandra Agustin (Universitas Negeri Padang)

Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat Asia
Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat

Purpose: This study addresses low learning motivation and school dropout risks among children in Sijunjung, West Sumatra, by implementing a non-formal education intervention. Method: A one-week community engagement program employed participatory methods, including interactive activities in literacy, numeracy, science, and sports, tailored to children's developmental levels; data were collected through observation and interviews. Practical Applications: The program offers a replicable, community-based model that integrates play-based learning with academic skill-building, providing practitioners and policymakers with strategies to enhance early childhood engagement in underserved areas. Conclusion: Significant improvements in children's learning eagerness, basic numeracy understanding, and communication confidence demonstrate that enjoyable, structured non-formal education can strengthen educational foundations and potentially mitigate future dropout rates.