Towards Humanistic and Adaptive Language Learning: The Role of Children’s Songs in the Digital Era
Keywords:
Children's Songs, Classroom Action Research, Indonesian Language Learning, Multisensory Learning, Primary School Education, Vocabulary MasteryAbstract
This study investigates the effectiveness of children's songs as a medium for vocabulary learning in first-grade Indonesian language classrooms. Vocabulary acquisition plays a fundamental role in language development, particularly in early education. The research employed a Classroom Action Research (CAR) approach with a Kemmis & McTaggart spiral model, consisting of planning, acting, observing, and reflecting stages. The study was conducted in the second semester of the 2024/2025 academic year at UPTD SDN 6 Marobo, involving 20 first-grade students. The findings indicate a significant improvement in vocabulary mastery, as demonstrated by an increase in the average score from 59.25 before the intervention to 85.00 in Cycle II, and a rise in the completion rate from 25% to 90%. Additionally, the study highlights the positive impact of integrating children's songs with visual media and movement, which not only enhances cognitive learning but also encourages active participation, boosts confidence, and supports the development of social-emotional skills. These results affirm that children's songs are an effective, enjoyable, and contextually relevant tool for teaching vocabulary, making it a viable strategy for enhancing literacy in elementary education.
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