Improving Number Recognition Skills Through Interactive Visual Media in Children Aged 3–4 Years at POS PAUD Kumpul Bocah, Kemiri-Pakukerto-Sukorejo

Peningkatan Kemampuan Mengenal Angka Melalui Media Visual Interaktif Pada Anak Usia 3–4 Tahun Di POS PAUD Kumpul Bocah Kemiri-Pakukerto-Sukorejo

Abstract

This study aimed to improve number recognition skills among children aged 3–4 years through the use of interactive visual media at Kumpul Bocah. This study employed CAR using the Kemmis McTaggart model, which was conducted in two cycles. Each cycle consisted of four stages planning, action, observation, reflection. The subjects of the study were 12 children aged 3–4 years, consisting of 7 boys 5 girls. Data were collected through observation, documentation, assessment. The interactive visual media used in the study included number flashcards, videos, projector, an interactive activity involving clipping objects according to numbers. The results showed an improvement in the children's number recognition skills. The classical achievement rate increased from 25% in the pre-cycle to 58% in Cycle I reached 91% in Cycle II. The improvement was reflected in the children's ability to recognize number symbols, recite numbers in sequence, match the quantity of objects with the corresponding numbers.