EFEKTIVITAS KEGIATAN MEMBATIK ECOPRINTING TERHADAP KREATIVITAS SENI ANAK USIA 5-6 TAHUN DI TK NEGERI SATU ATAP SECANGGANG

Abstract

This study aims to improve the artistic creativity of children aged 5-6 years through ecoprinting batik activities at TK Negeri Satu Atap Secanggang. The problem in this study is based on the results of initial observations which indicate that children's artistic creativity has not developed optimally due to the use of less diverse learning media. The research method used is quantitative with a type (quasi-experimental) through a One Group Pretest-Posttest design. The population in this study were all children at TK Negeri Satu Atap Secanggang, with a research sample of 15 children in class B1. Sampling used a purposive sampling technique combined with cluster sampling, namely determining subjects based on class groups that have formed naturally. Data collection was carried out through observation and documentation instruments. For data analysis, an N-gain test was used to measure the level of effectiveness of the intervention. The calculation results show that ecoprinting batik activities have quite promising effectiveness in improving children's artistic creativity. The final findings support this, with 11 out of 15 children (73.33%) in the "High" category, while 4 out of 15 children (26.67%) were in the "Medium" category. These findings suggest that the use of natural materials in the ecoprinting method can significantly stimulate children's creativity development. It is hoped that teachers can utilize this activity as an innovative alternative learning method, and schools are expected to continue supporting various learning resources to optimize the creative potential of early childhood.