The Impact of Angklung Extracurricular Activities on the Development of Fine Motor Skills in Elementary School Students

Abstract

Fine motor skills are still a major concern in elementary education. The background of the study is based on the lack of studies that highlight the role of angklung art in children's fine motor skills. This study aims to analyze the implementation of angklung extracurricular activities in developing fine motor skills of elementary school students. The methodology used in this study is a descriptive qualitative approach with a case study method. Data were collected through observation, interview, and documentation data collection techniques with observation guidelines, interview guidelines, and documentation guidelines that have been validated by experts. The research sample was selected using a purposive sampling technique of ten Phase A students in grades 1 and 2 at SDN 212 Harapan who were members of the angklung beginner team with several specific criteria. The results of data processing and analysis found in this study indicate that angklung activities can improve hand-eye coordination, finger strength, and movement accuracy through multisensory activities that integrate audio aspects (listening to musical accompaniment), visual (seeing instructions from the trainer), and kinesthetic (processing audio-visual information into hand and finger movements when playing the angklung). Thus, angklung extracurricular activities can be a strategic alternative in supporting the holistic development of fine motor skills in elementary school students