Implementation of a Traditional Kentongan Game Center-Based Learning Model to Improve Early Childhood Musical Intelligence at the Nu Roudlotut Tholibin Muslimat Kindergarten and the Nu Al Rohmah Muslimat Kindergarten

Abstract

The background of this research stems from the low stimulation of musical intelligence in early childhood, which is still predominantly facilitated through conventional methods such as passive singing and listening to music. One innovative alternative is the use of traditional kentongan games, which incorporate rhythmic elements, sound patterns, and coordinated movement in a meaningful and contextual manner. This study aims to: 1) Analyze the implementation of a learning model based on traditional kentongan game centers. 2) Examine the improvement of musical intelligence in early childhood using the kentongan based learning model. 3)Identify the supporting and inhibiting factors in the application of the kentongan game-based learning model for enhancing early childhood musical intelligence. This research uses a quantitative method with an experimental approach. The research subjects were children from groups A and B at TK Muslimat NU Roudlotut Tholibin, totaling 230 students. Data collection techniques included interviews, observation, and documentation. Data were analyzed using the one-sample Kolmogorov-Smirnov test with the SPSS for Windows program. The research results show improvements in: 1)Musical intelligence through the traditional kentongan game. In the experimental group, the game resulted in a highest score of 45 and the lowest of 37, with an average score of 40.47. In the control group, musical intelligence was stimulated through general play and singing activities, with the highest score being 37 and the lowest 26, and an average score of 32.87. 2)The effectiveness of the traditional kentongan game in enhancing early childhood musical intelligence falls under the moderate category, with an effectiveness rate of 62%, categorized as "Fairly Effective. 3)There are different supporting and inhibiting factors affecting the improvement of musical intelligence in early childhood through the use of traditional kentongan games.