Penerapan Metode Pembelajaran Berbasis Game Solite Kids untuk Meningkatkan Kemampuan Komunikasi Sosial Anak Usia Dini The Implementation of the Solite Kids Game-Based Learning Method to Enhance Early Childhood Social Communication Skills

Abstract

ABSTRAK : Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk meningkatkan kemampuan komunikasi sosial anak usia 5-6 tahun di TK Islam Al Azhar 9 Kembangan melalui metode Game Based Learning menggunakan media Game Solite Kids. Komunikasi sosial merupakan aspek krusial dalam perkembangan anak usia dini yang sering kali mengalami hambatan dalam metode pembelajaran konvensional. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah Penelitian Tindakan Kelas (PTK) dengan model spiral Kemmis & McTaggart yang terdiri dari dua siklus. Subjek penelitian berjumlah 15 anak. Data dikumpulkan melalui observasi terstruktur, wawancara, dan dokumentasi. Analisis data dilakukan secara deskriptif kualitatif. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan peningkatan signifikan pada kemampuan komunikasi sosial anak. Capaian rata-rata klasikal pada tahap Pra-Siklus sebesar 34,58%, meningkat menjadi 59,17% pada Siklus I, dan mencapai 83,75% pada Siklus II. Hasil ini melampaui indikator keberhasilan yang ditetapkan sebesar 70%. Kesimpulan penelitian menunjukkan bahwa penggunaan Game Solite Kids secara efektif mampu menstimulasi inisiatif berinteraksi, penggunaan kata santun, dan kerja sama tim pada anak usia dini.

Kata Kunci: Game Based Learning, Komunikasi Sosial, Anak Usia Dini, Solite Kids.

ABSTRACT: This research aims to improve the social communication skills of children aged 5-6 years at Al Azhar 9 Islamic Kindergarten Kembangan through the Game-Based Learning method using Solite Kids games. Social communication is a crucial aspect of early childhood development that often faces obstacles in conventional learning environments. The research methodology employed was Classroom Action Research (CAR) following the Kemmis & McTaggart spiral model, consisting of two cycles. The research subjects included 15 children. Data were collected through structured observation, interviews, and documentation, and analyzed using descriptive qualitative techniques. The results indicated a significant improvement in the children's social communication abilities. The average classical achievement rose from 34.58% in the Pre-Cycle phase to 59.17% in Cycle I, and reached 83.75% in Cycle II. This outcome exceeded the predetermined success indicator of 70%. The study concludes that the use of Solite Kids games effectively stimulates interaction initiatives, the use of polite language, and teamwork in early childhood.

Keywords: Game Based Learning, Social Communication, Early Childhood, Solite Kids.