Aplikasi Permainan Eksplorasi Sains Dalam Pembelajaran Bagi Meningkatkan Pencapaian Awal Sains Dalam Kalangan Kanak-kanak Pra Sekolah

Abstract

This study aims to determine the effectiveness of the Science Exploration Game in enhancing the achievement of Early Science subjects among preschool children. The study design is quantitative, employing a quasi-experimental method involving two groups: a control group and a treatment group. Both groups participated in pre-tests and post-tests, with one group receiving an intervention and the other not. The study sample comprised 60 children, with 10 children selected as a pilot study group, while the control and treatment groups each consisted of 25 children. The control group did not receive any intervention, while the treatment group received an intervention from the researcher using the Science Exploration Game board. The results of the study show that the Science Exploration Game positively impacts the achievement of Early Science subjects among preschool children after receiving the intervention using the game board. This is evident from the significant increase in post-test scores for the treatment group after the intervention. Based on the study's findings, it can also be concluded that the children have mastered several content standards outlined in this study, namely SA 3.4.3 Observing and naming commonly found vegetables and fruits, SA 3.4.5 Observing and collecting parts of plants based on specific characteristics, and SA 3.4.6 Classifying plants based on certain characteristics.