Jurnal Pendidikan Anak Usia Dini Al-Amin

Social-Emotional Development of Young Children with Dreadlocks

2025-09-04T08:48:26+00:00

Early childhood refers to children aged 0-6 years who are in various stages of development. One of the potentials being developed is their social-emotional development. Specifically, in the village of Tlogojati, there is a unique phenomenon occurring among early childhood children, which is the presence of children with dreadlocks. These dreadlocked children are part of the community, particularly in terms of their social-emotional development. This research aims to understand the social-emotional development of dreadlocked children, reveal the community's perceptions of the behavior of dreadlocked children, and identify the factors underlying the social-emotional behaviors of these children. This research uses a qualitative approach with a type of phenomenological qualitative research. The data collection techniques used in this research include interviews, observation, and documentation. The results of the study indicate that most children have achieved the basic social development indicators but are hindered in their ability to regulate emotions. Parents' perceptions of their children are closely related to their prior beliefs. The child's condition or environment becomes a factor in their development.

The Implementation of Cultural and Civic Literacy for Early Childhood

2025-09-04T08:51:00+00:00

In the era of globalization and the Industrial Revolution 4.0, literacy is not only limited to the ability to read and write, but also includes critical understanding of culture, citizenship, and social sensitivity. Cultural and citizenship literacy has become an important aspect in shaping character and national identity from an early age. This research aims to describe the implementation of cultural and citizenship literacy in early childhood at RA Masyithoh Sudagaran Sapuran. The research method used is qualitative descriptive with data collection techniques through observation, interviews, and documentation. The research results indicate that the implementation of cultural and citizenship literacy at RA Masyithoh has been carried out through various activities such as traditional games, community service, making batik with tissue, and wearing traditional clothing. Learning is conducted using demonstration methods and contextual learning, although the implementation is not yet fully even. Supporting factors for the program's implementation include teacher commitment, school support, and parental involvement. Meanwhile, the main barriers faced are limited resources, time, and a lack of professional training for teachers. Therefore, there is a need for the development of varied learning media, continuous teacher training, and synergy between schools, families, and the community to strengthen cultural and citizenship literacy in early childhood

The Implementation of Morning Qur'an Education Program (TPQ) to Improve Religious and Moral Values in Early Childhood

2025-09-04T08:50:43+00:00

This study aims to: 1) determine the application of morning Quran Education Park (TPQ) learning to improve religious and moral values in early childhood at KB Shafiya Smart School in Wonosobo Regency, and 2) identify the supporting and inhibiting factors in the application of morning Quran Education Park (TPQ) learning to enhance religious and moral values in early childhood at KB Shafiya Smart School in Wonosobo Regency. This research employs a descriptive qualitative approach with field research and data collection techniques using interviews, observations, and documentation. Additionally, data sources were obtained from research subjects, including the school principal, teachers or educators, and students of KB Shafiya Smart School in Wonosobo, with a total of seven children aged 4-5 years. The data analysis technique used is qualitative data analysis that is inductive, which involves analyzing data obtained and subsequently developing specific patterns of relationships or hypotheses. Based on the hypotheses formulated from the data, further data is sought repeatedly to conclude whether the results can be accepted or rejected based on the collected data. If the data collected repeatedly through triangulation techniques supports the hypothesis, then the hypothesis develops into a theory. The research results indicate that: 1) the application of morning Quran Education Park (TPQ) learning at KB Shafiya Smart School in Wonosobo, where the ability to read and write the Quran is also an indicator of the quality of a Muslim's religious life. Therefore, the movement to read and write the Quran is a strategic step in improving the quality of Muslims and success in the field of religion, which includes activities such as Quran Morning habituation, Dhuha prayer, Friday charity, memorization of short surahs, daily prayer memorization, and memorization of hadiths. These habituation activities have been designed to enhance children's development, particularly in terms of religion and morality. With these habituation activities, the school hopes that the development of children's religious and moral values can be achieved effectively. 2) Supporting factors include the availability of adequate school facilities and infrastructure, good management of school activity programs, and support from various parties, including the school and the foundation, as well as cooperation between educators and the parents of students. Inhibiting factors include children's lack of focus during activities and insufficient support from parents, as they do not reinforce learning at home, which can hinder the development of religious and moral values in children through the morning TPQ program with Quran Morning habituation at KB Shafiya Smart School.

The Principal's Role in Implementing the Merdeka Curriculum

2025-09-04T08:50:24+00:00

This study aims to describe the role of the principal in implementing Merdeka Curriculum in PAUD units at Pelangi Nusantara 09 Wonosobo Kindergarten. The approach used is descriptive qualitative with data collection techniques through interviews, observation, and documentation studies. The results showed that the principal has an important role in planning, organizing, implementing, and monitoring and evaluating the Merdeka Curriculum. Supporting factors for implementation include teacher enthusiasm, parent involvement, and training from the education office, while inhibiting factors include limited teacher understanding and resources.

Parents' perceptions of early childhood education

2025-09-04T08:48:03+00:00

Early Childhood Education (PAUD) plays a crucial role in the foundation of child development, but parents' perceptions of its urgency are still diverse. This study aims to examine in depth the perceptions of parents in Slukatan Village, Wonosobo, regarding PAUD, as well as the factors that influence it. Using descriptive qualitative methods through interviews and observations, this study revealed significant differences in parents' views, ranging from understanding of developmental stimulation to practical obstacles such as busyness and costs. The results of the study indicate that a comprehensive understanding of the benefits of PAUD can encourage higher participation.

Parenting Patterns of Parents with Speech Impairment in Early Childhood Language Development Case Study on Mr. Sukardi's Family

2025-09-04T08:46:31+00:00

Problems faced by mute parents were also found in Jlamprang Village, Wonosobo Sub-district, Wonosobo District. Both parents have speech impairments that hinder their parenting, thus impacting on their children's language development. Therefore, it is necessary to conduct further research to understand how parents who are mute express their affection and how they teach language to their children. This research uses a qualitative method, which focuses on the quality of the object of research, including the values and meanings contained in people's real lives and the background of their patterns of attitudes and actions. The results showed that the application of democratic parenting carried out by Mr. Sukardi's family was good, with the ability of deaf parents in parenting children to achieve the desired goals. However, there are some obstacles faced by parents with speech impairment in parenting, such as difficulties in communicating with children, understanding children's feelings and desires, and giving directions quickly and effectively.

The Effect of the Social Environment on Early Childhood Language Development

2025-09-04T08:43:09+00:00

In early childhood, children's language development is greatly influenced by various factors, one of which is the surrounding community environment. The background of this study is based on the importance of the social environment as one of the dominant external factors in shaping children's language skills. Based on this, this study aims to determine 1) The state of the community environment in Ngabean Hamlet; 2) The community environment influences the language development of early childhood in Ngabean Hamlet; 3) How much influence does the community environment have on the language development of early childhood in Ngabean Hamlet. The type of research used is a quantitative approach with data collection techniques through questionnaires, observations, and documentation. The research subjects were 33 children aged 5-6 years and 6 neighborhood RTs in Ngabean Hamlet with a sample collection technique, namely the census technique. Data analysis techniques used include normality tests, homogeneity tests, simple linear regression tests, and hypothesis tests. The results of the research data analysis show that 1) The condition of the community environment in Ngabean Hamlet is in the fairly good category with an average value of the community environment of 1.33 to 3.7; 2) The community environment has a significant influence on children's language development, this is evidenced by a regression test with a significance value of <0.001 (less than 0.05); 3) The community environment has an influence on the language development of early childhood in Ngabean Hamlet of 38.2%, this is based on the coefficient of determination (R²) value of 0.382.

The Implementation of the Use of PowerPoint-Based Learning Media “Game Open the Door”

2025-09-04T08:44:04+00:00

Along with the rapid development of the era, various aspects of life have also developed, one of which is the development in the implementation of education. One of the most widely developed learning media at this time is technology-based media. One example of a developing media is Power Point-based learning. In the field of education, media becomes an attraction and functions as an aid and as a means of conveying educational messages. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to determine the use of Power Point-based learning media "Game Open the Door" at Pertiwi Keseneng Wonosobo Kindergarten. This study uses a qualitative and descriptive approach. This research was conducted at Pertiwi Keseneng Wonosobo Kindergarten. The subjects of this study were the principal and educators of Pertiwi Keseneng Wonosobo Kindergarten and group A students. In collecting data, this study used observation, interviews, and documentation. The results of the study showed that there was an improvement in the learning process when using the Power Point "Game Open the Door" media. Able to present learning presentations to be more interesting, make children actively involved in the learning process, more enthusiastic in following the teaching and learning process and understanding the material taught and improving various aspects of early childhood development.

Sex Education for AUD Through the Theme of Body Parts as a Preventive Measure Against Sexual Violence

2025-09-04T08:52:19+00:00

This study aims to describe the implementation of sex education for early childhood through the theme of “Body Parts” as a preventive measure against sexual violence at TK Pertiwi Wonoroto. The research also identifies supporting and inhibiting factors in its implementation within the school environment. This study employs a qualitative descriptive method using interviews, observations, and documentation. The results show that sex education is integrated into thematic learning through play-based approaches, singing, and using puzzles. Supporting factors include school commitment, teacher understanding, interactive learning methods, and a safe environment. Meanwhile, inhibiting factors include societal stigma, lack of teaching media, and limited parental understanding.

The Principal Change from the 2013 Curriculum to the Independent Curriculum in Learning

2025-09-04T08:52:00+00:00

Curriculum change is part of the educational dynamics aimed at adjusting to the needs of the times. This study aims to: (1) Explain how the transition from the 2013 Curriculum to the Merdeka Curriculum is implemented in learning at TK Pelangi Nusantara; (2) Identify the supporting and inhibiting factors in the transition process. This study used a qualitative descriptive approach with data collection techniques including interviews, observations, and documentation. The results showed that the implementation of the new curriculum provided more flexible, differentiated, and interest-based learning for children. Supporting factors include teacher enthusiasm, training from the education department, and positive responses from students. Meanwhile, obstacles are found in the complexity of administrative tasks and the limited understanding of teachers in applying the new curriculum principles.