Improving the Memory through Singing Method of Children Ages 5 - 6 Years in Kindergarten Insan Pandhega

Abstract

The problem in this study was that 48% of children had difficulty remembering their parents 'full names, 72% of children did not remember the full address of their residence, and 100% of children did not remember their parents' telephone numbers. This study aims to develop children's memory of their important personal identity through singing methods. This type of research is classroom action research by model Kemmis and Mc. Taggart. This research was carried out in the Kindergarten Insan Pandhega with a total subject of 25 children, consisting of 11 girls and 14 boys. The object of this research is the singing method. The technique of collecting children's memory data is done by non-formal test techniques, namely writing important information that describes the child's memory. Furthermore, the data is processed to obtain a memory percentage value of children categorized into: undeveloped, developing, developing well, developing very well. This study was successful if the memory of children who reached the criteria of developing well and developing very well reached more than 75%. The study was conducted in two cycles. Overall, the average memory of children in the first cycle which is in the well-developed and developing category is 36%. Whereas in the second cycle the average memory of children in the well-developed and very well-developed category was 80%.

The Effects of Singing Activities on Children’s Memory, Learning Motivation, and Creativity in an Indonesian Kindergarten for Preschoolers

“…This supports previous research showing that singing activities attract children's attention so as to stimulate their attention (Kamtini & Sitompul, 2019). Singing activities that attract children's attention can stimulate the brain to absorb information (Ginting, 2019). The repetition of words in the theme song helps children remember the material given.…”

“…Kamtini & Sitompul (2019) said that singing can make children pay attention to the lyrics of the song being sung so that the repetition of words helps the development of short-term memory. Singing activities also give a pleasant impression for children so that they can stimulate emotions and thoughts to focus on learning (Ginting, 2019). Memorable mood is associated with episodic memory, it can help children recall things in their long-term memory.…”

“…The hypotheses of this study are as follows: Singing activities have benefits for the learning process, especially in early childhood. According to a previous study by (Ginting, 2019) entitled "Improving Memory Through Singing Method of Children Ages 5-6 Years in Kindergarten Insan…”

Development of Literacy Through a Combination Picture and Picture Learning Models, Singing Methods and Scondhand Material

“…In this case, the pictures relating to letters or literacy. Literacy development can also through singing methods (Ginting, 2020). Playing in kindergarten through singing is a fun activity and is very popular and is done early in daily activities (Bulunuz, 2012).…”