Beraksi Learning Model : Improving Early Childhood Education Development Outcomes in Bulukumba District

Abstract

Early Childhood Development is very important to shape the character, intelligence, and social skills of children that will have a significant impact on their future. The main objective of this study was to measure the effectiveness of the implementation of the BERAKSI model (playing, creative, discussing and cheerful) on aspects of child development, and to identify factors that support or inhibit the implementation of the model. The research design used a quasi-experimental approach with control and experimental groups. This study was conducted in several Early Childhood Education (ECE) in Bulukumba Regency, where the experimental class implemented the BERAKSI model, while the control class used conventional learning methods. Data collection methods included observation, interviews with teachers, and pre-tests and post-tests to measure child development before and after the implementation of the model. Statistical tests were used to analyze significant differences between the two groups. The results showed that the BERAKSI model significantly improved aspects of child development compared to conventional methods. The average growth value in the experimental group was 62.49 higher, compared to the conventional method of 44.17. This shows the effectiveness of this model in supporting overall child development. Therefore, this study explains that the BERAKSI model is effective in optimizing aspects of child growth and development in early childhood education. This model can also be adopted more widely in ECE in Indonesia. The implications of this study are the need for further training for ECE teachers to implement the BERAKSI model effectively, as well as support from the government and the community to facilitate the implementation of this model.