Increasing Children's Character Overt Behaviours by Neuro Pedagogy-Based Play
Authors: Wulan Sri , Jamaris Martini 
Published: February 2024

The research aims to improve the character of children aged 4-6 years by implementing the way the individual interacts with the environment. Qualitative research methods were used in this study, where researchers investigated the open behavior of children aged 4-6 years during neuropedagogy-based play, as well as the open behavior of preschool teachers' professional characters in managing play. The participants in this research were 20 children aged 4-6 years and 4 teachers who were chosen deliberately. The results of the study revealed that all the children's overt character behaviors improved after participating in neuropedagogy-based play. There was not a single child who was classified as having open early behavior. On the other hand, preschool teachers consistently demonstrate the implications of their professional behavior. Based on research findings, it is proven that neuro-pedagogy-based play is beneficial for preschool children and teachers. Extrapolated from this interpretation, curriculum designers and teaching practices are informed that neuro pedagogy-based play can strengthen children's character, this is necessary in preparing future generations who can overcome all challenges in the future.

Keywords: neuro pedagogy-based play, open character behavior, children aged 4-6 years

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