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Atfaluna: Journal of Islamic Early Childhood Education
ISSN : 26558572     EISSN : 26558009     DOI : -
Core Subject : Education,
Focus and Scope of Atfaluna: Journal of Islamic Early Childhood Education is research, study and analysis related to early childhood include; development of moral and religious values, physical motor development, emotional social development, cognitive development, language development, artistic and creative development, parenting, parenting, management institution of early childhood education, early child development assessment, child development psychology, child empowerment, ,learning strategy, Educational tool play, instructional media, innovation in early childhood education and various fields related to Early Childhood Education.
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Articles 159 Documents
Phases of human development: Comparing Western and Islamic theories and the implication in Islamic education Mahmud, Salami; Nurul Fajri Ulfah; Syiva Fitria; Fatmawati Fadli
Aṭfālunā Journal of Islamic Early Childhood Education Vol 6 No 2 (2023): July-December 2023
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32505/atfaluna.v6i2.7192

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The physical, cognitive, and socio-emotional development determine every aspect of human life, including education. Providing appropriate education for children is determined by the child's developmental stage. The current study aims to describe the stages of human development according to Western and Islamic concepts and their implications in Islamic education. To ensure a comprehensive investment in human beings, attention to religious education and introducing religious instruction from the prenatal stage is deemed necessary, as this period forms the foundation for further development. The research methodology employed in this study is a Systematic Literature Review (SLR). After reviewing various literature sources, the researchers selected several references that were relevant to the topic. The study's results indicate that the prenatal phase in Islamic psychology is more extended than Western psychology's. The tamyiz and amrad phases, viewed in Islamic psychology as preparations for entering adulthood, correspond to the Western psychological perspective of puberty. The futuh phase, or the phase of wisdom in Islamic psychology, occurs when a person ages 40, whereas Western psychology labels this as the adult phase. The phase of the Hereafter is considered crucial in Islamic psychology, while Western psychology lacks an afterlife phase. Consequently, Muslims undergo lifelong education from early birth to death. In conclusion, every phase of human life must be educated according to the level of maturity, starting from prenatal, infant, early childhood, school age, adolescent, young adult, mature adult, to late adult.
Maternal aggression and child temperament in families with ARFID children in Indonesia Prasetyo, Yoyok Bekti; Wahyuni, Fitri; Nursalam, Nursalam; Hargono, Rachmat; Ahsan, Ahsan; Melliza, Nur
Aṭfālunā Journal of Islamic Early Childhood Education Vol 6 No 2 (2023): July-December 2023
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32505/atfaluna.v6i2.7286

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Aggressive behavior in parenting is a crucial factor for the temperament of children. This study evaluated the relationship between the mother's aggressive behaviors and her children's temperament. The research design applied a cross-sectional survey by using multistage sampling. Two hundred forty-five participants joined this study by responding to a questionnaire. Good aggressive behaviors from caregivers to protect children against physical and psychological harm and danger were observed in mothers aged 26-35 (89.9%) and well-educated mothers (96.8%). The data showed that 4.54 (± 0.912) mothers protect their children from unhealthy foods. The temperament of children was not related to age (p-value = 0.372), mothers' educational background (p = 0.824), and mothers' job status (p = 0.705). Family income had no relation with the child's temperament (p-value = 0.253). There was no relationship between mothers' aggressive behaviors and the temperament of children in avoidant restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID) child cases. The number of children and the aggressive behavior from the mother affected the child's temperament. This study contributes insight into the interplay between a mother's aggressive behaviors and her children's temperament. Subsequent research could delve deeper into specific factors influencing children's temperament in the ARFID case.
Challenges encountered in maintaining mobile early childhood care and education centres: Practitioners’ perspectives Ugwuanyi, Christian S; Okeke, Chinedu C
Aṭfālunā Journal of Islamic Early Childhood Education Vol 7 No 1 (2024): January-June 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32505/atfaluna.v7i1.8086

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This research aims to examine the challenges faced by practitioners who maintain mobile Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) centers. Using a qualitative approach, ten practitioners from one organization that provides mobile ECCE in the Free State Province participated in this study. A semi-structured interview guide was used for data for this study. ATLAS.ti software was used to analyze qualitative data. The findings showed that the language barrier is one of the greatest challenges presented by mobile ECCE programs. Further, psychosocial challenges, such as the abuse of alcohol by parents and poverty as well as rain and wind, dust and cold are also challenges to practitioners. Therefore, these findings have strong policy implications for the need for ECCE policy frameworks to mitigate language barriers and psychosocial challenges in mobile ECCE centers by knowing the different home languages of the children.
Enhancing early childhood creativity through loose-parts media based on STEAM learning Dewi, Ayu Citra; Alif Laini; Sri Intan Wahyuni; Mega Cahya Dwi Lestari
Aṭfālunā Journal of Islamic Early Childhood Education Vol 7 No 1 (2024): January-June 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32505/atfaluna.v7i1.8113

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This article examines classroom action research in which researchers and classroom teachers collaborate to understand and improve the benefits of loose-part media to increase children's creativity and the subsequent impact of loose-part media based on STEAM learning. Focusing on early childhood education, this research was carried out in collaboration with teachers provided 21 pupils 5–6-year-old at Mutiara Kasih Kindergarten in Padang City. The research procedures carried out included a combination of observation, discussion and reflection on practice in 3 cycles. Loose-part media based on STEAM learning is considered to have increased children's creativity, as shown by pre-cycle data of 6.9%. Cycle I was carried out with a creativity percentage of 15.4%, increasing to 47.1% after cycle II, and increasing to 80.42% after cycle III. This research recommends that the use of loose-parts and utilizing the surrounding environment based on STEAM learning can be implemented in kindergarten institutions.
Bullying in gifted and talented children: A systematic review Febriana, Sri; Syafril, Syafrimen; Kuswanto, Cahniyo Wijaya
Aṭfālunā Journal of Islamic Early Childhood Education Vol 7 No 1 (2024): January-June 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32505/atfaluna.v7i1.8191

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The objective of this study was to carry out a systematic review of the research works that have analyzed bullying in gifted and talented children. The search was conducted in psychology and education databases (Scopus), considering works from the past 14 years (2009-2022). The research method used is the systematic literature review (SLR) method; the data is analyzed qualitatively, referring to the Milles and Huberman model, which includes data reduction, data presentation, and data validation. The search string in this study is "bullying," AND "gifted," OR "talented," OR "children." The articles that have been selected are then mapped and codified with Nvivo 12 Pro. The results showed that gifted and talented children in early childhood institutions are more likely to be victims of bullying by their peers due to their unique characteristics and superior cognitive functions. Bullying behavior commonly experienced by gifted children takes the form of insults referring to their intelligence, comments about their appearance, or academic qualifications. Therefore, teachers play an essential role in creating a positive environment, rewarding high academic achievement, and conducting early identification. This study highlights the educational stakeholders' need to provide training or specific actions to the managers of early childhood institutions related to the prevention of bullying in gifted and talented children.
Preschool teachers’ perceptions of STEAM-based learning in Banda Aceh Mandira, Gracia; Sofyan, Rahmi; Khoiriyah, Khoiriyah; Afnida, Mutia; Kaweng, Wanbanyuree; Rezeki, Putri Oktia; Usman, Muhammad
Aṭfālunā Journal of Islamic Early Childhood Education Vol 7 No 1 (2024): January-June 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32505/atfaluna.v7i1.8315

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The purpose of this study was to identify early childhood teachers' perceptions of STEAM-based learning. This qualitative research will be analyzed descriptively, and semi-structured interviews with open-ended questions will be conducted with four early childhood education (ECE) teachers in Banda Aceh. The findings show that ECE teachers' perceptions of STEAM-based learning techniques have a high potential to be implemented in Banda Aceh City ECEs, as the respondents have used aspects of STEAM in their learning. Teachers' lack of knowledge of STEAM-based learning approaches and procurement of materials and funds to fulfil STEAM learning needs are barriers to integrating STEAM in ECE institutions in Banda Aceh. More STEAM socialization and STEAM learning implementation training is needed for ECE teachers in Aceh in general.
The urgency of sexual education in early childhood: A portrait of children's curiosity towards their authority Nisa, Uswatun
Aṭfālunā Journal of Islamic Early Childhood Education Vol 7 No 1 (2024): January-June 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32505/atfaluna.v7i1.8418

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This study aims to explore the urgency of sexual education in early childhood that arises from children's curiosity about their authority. The informants in this qualitative research are five teachers and five parents from 5 different early childhood education units in Banjarmasin, South Kalimantan, Indonesia. The data were purposively selected based on the criteria of parents with girls or boys aged 5-6 years, heterogeneous background cluster, and integrated Islamic preschool. Data analysis using Miles and Huberman includes the process of data reduction, display, and verification with Jean Piaget's cognitive development theory and its relevance to Sigmund Freud's psychosexual. The results showed that sexual education for early childhood is urgent because children have a high curiosity about their authority. Children are formed from various stages in their psychosexual process, which corresponds to the level of their thinking ability. The sexual knowledge will determine the direction of the child's personality and behavior in the future. Parents and teachers can establish partnerships to create a basic sexual education program for children while developing socialization skills, independence, self-confidence, and positive self-concept and fostering children's religious and moral values. Although this study is still limited to a small scale, it can be an initial illustration for other regions in designing sexual education programs for children, and further program evaluation can be carried out.
The role of single parents in developing children’s self-awareness; A case study in the Islamic region, Aceh Muthmainnah, Muthmainnah; Amelia, Lina; Safira, Rahma; Faisal , Muhammad
Aṭfālunā Journal of Islamic Early Childhood Education Vol 7 No 1 (2024): January-June 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32505/atfaluna.v7i1.8508

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This study aims to analyze the steps single parents take in fostering the self-awareness of 5-year-old children and describe their attitudes. This qualitative research used a case study approach that involved two single parents and two children aged five years as research subjects. Based on interviews and observations, single parents foster children's self-awareness through several steps: recognizing one's own emotions and the emotions of others, managing one's emotions, motivating oneself, being a role model, and building social relationships. As a result, children's self-awareness manifests in self-confidence, independence in choosing activities, emotional control, understanding of rules, discipline, persistence, and pride in their work. The development of self-awareness in 5-year-old children is closely related to the steps implemented by single parents, with being a role model being the most effective method in fostering children's self-awareness.
Parental Involvement in Supporting Children's Independence and Providing a Balanced Understanding of Gender Sapan, Erwin Bunga; Musrini, Isobeliana
Aṭfālunā Journal of Islamic Early Childhood Education Vol 7 No 2 (2024): July-December 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32505/atfaluna.v7i2.8442

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This study explores parental involvement in supporting children's independence and providing a balanced understanding of gender from an early age. This research uses a qualitative approach with a case study for parents at SILO Makale Kindergarten, South Sulawesi. Data is collected through interviews, observation, and documentation. The results showed that the involvement of supportive parents, especially those who care about gender equality, positively impacts the development of children's independence and gender understanding. Children raised with gender-responsive parenting tend to be more independent and have a more balanced understanding of gender. However, children with less parental attention and involvement showed higher dependency on daily activities. In addition, this study revealed that gender education at the preschool level has not been implemented optimally, potentially affecting the development of children's understanding of gender roles. Based on the results of this study, it is recommended that parents be more actively involved in education and parenting that supports gender equality, as well as creating an environment that supports children's independence. It is also important for preschool education institutions to start systematically introducing the concept of gender equality.
Neuroscience-based Learning Model in Early Childhood Education Ashari, Novita; Palintan, Tien Asmara; Annisa, Putri
Aṭfālunā Journal of Islamic Early Childhood Education Vol 7 No 2 (2024): July-December 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32505/atfaluna.v7i2.8491

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Preschool teachers expect to enhance students' intellectual abilities by implementing brain-based learning stimulation in children. However, numerous preschool teachers remain uninformed about the brain's functioning in children. This study aims to establish a neuroscience-based learning model inside early childhood education institution. The study is applied to the 4D development paradigm, which comprises four stages: defining, designing, developing, and disseminating. The study involved 30 kindergarten/RA instructors in Parepare City, selected by purposive sampling, ensuring that the participants had not previously received training related to neuroscience. The data collection procedures employed included observation, interviews, needs analysis, questionnaires, and both pretests and posttests. Qualitative data analysis techniques are descriptive methodologies, whereas quantitative data analysis encompasses expert validation, teacher response surveys, and effectiveness assessments. This project develops a neuroscience-based learning model presented in a guide package as a validated teaching module. After providing content derived from the developed modules, the results indicated an enhancement in participants' scores. The neuroscience learning approach effectively enhances the knowledge of Islamic kindergarten educators. The findings of this study can serve as suggestions for educators and policymakers to improve and elevate the quality of learning in early childhood education.

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