OPTIMALISASI KECERDASAN KINESTETIK ANAK USIA DINI MELALUI PEMBELAJARAN SENI TARI

Abstract

Kinesthetic intelligence is an important aspect of early childhood development related to the ability to use the body skillfully, coordinate movements, and express ideas and feelings through physical activities. Optimizing kinesthetic intelligence should be carried out from an early age through learning activities that align with children's developmental characteristics. One learning approach that can be utilized is dance education, as it involves structured, creative, and enjoyable movement activities. This study aims to analyze the role of dance learning in optimizing the kinesthetic intelligence of early childhood children. The research employed a qualitative approach using a library research design. Data were collected from various scientific sources, including books, national and international journal articles, conference proceedings, and previous studies related to kinesthetic intelligence and dance learning in early childhood education. Data collection was conducted through documentation techniques, while data analysis used content analysis. The findings indicate that dance learning contributes positively to the development of children's kinesthetic intelligence by improving movement coordination, body balance, flexibility, agility, movement control, and body awareness. In addition, dance activities help enhance children's self-confidence in performing various physical movements. Therefore, dance learning can be considered an effective learning strategy for optimizing kinesthetic intelligence in early childhood comprehensively.