Implementation of Maritime Learning in Early Childhood Education (ECE) in The Coastal Area of South Garut
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This research aims to examine maritime learning in Early Childhood Education (ECE) to develop maritime knowledge, attitudes, and skills in young children. The research employs a qualitative descriptive method, collecting data through observations, interviews, and documentation. The participants included one school principal and two teachers from two ECE institutions in coastal areas. The findings indicate that while maritime learning has been implemented, it is not yet holistically integrated into the curriculum but is included in semester planning with themes like aquatic animals, water transportation, fishermen's professions, and disaster mitigation. One ECE used scheduled learning resources related to the sea, while the other adjusted to the theme. Activities included learning about marine life, coastal objects, playing with sand, creating shell art, writing/painting on sand, maintaining beach cleanliness, visiting seaweed food processing sites, and practicing earthquake and tsunami disaster mitigation. Parental involvement is a key factor in supporting this learning. This research is expected to contribute to developing maritime education in the context of early childhood education.
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