<![CDATA[Listening ability is an important aspect of early childhood language development that serves as the foundation for other language skills, such as speaking, reading, and writing. However, in learning practices in Early Childhood Education (PAUD), children's listening ability has not developed optimally, partly because interesting and interactive learning media are rarely used. This study aims to determine the effect of digital-based flashcard media on the overall listening skills of children aged 5–6 years. A quasi-experimental study with a nonequivalent control group design was conducted in the 2022/2023 academic year with 60 children from two intact Group B classes (30 experimental, 30 control). The instrument showed good reliability (Cronbach's α = .845). Pretest and post-test scores were normally distributed (Kolmogorov–Smirnov, all p > .05), and variances were homogeneous (Levene's test, all p > .05). Pretest scores did not differ between groups, t(58) = −0.921, p = .361, indicating initial equivalence. At post-test, the experimental group (M = 94.20, SD = 2.16) significantly outperformed the control group (M = 68.27, SD = 2.46), t(58) = 43.398, p < .001, with a mean difference of 25.93 (95% CI [24.74, 27.13]). ANCOVA controlling for pretest scores confirmed a significant group effect, F(1, 57) = 7,228.04, p < .001, partial η² = .992. These findings indicate that the treatment substantially improved students' listening skills compared with the control condition.]]>
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