Creation of Dance as An Educational Tool in Gumala Kreatif Community

Abstract

This research highlights the issue of overlap in dance education for children and adults, both in formal education contexts in schools and non-formal education in various settings. Teaching practices often prioritize dances intended for adults with themes of romance and high levels of difficulty, while children are rarely given the opportunity to develop their creativity and sensitivity to objects. The creation of dance as an educational tool in the GumalaKreatif Community emphasizes innovation in arts education, particularly at the community level. This study explores how the creation of dance can be integrated as an effective and meaningful learning tool for community members. By utilizing the surrounding environment as a source of inspiration, especially through observing chicken movements, dance creation becomes a means for children to authentically express their creativity while enhancing self-confidence and personal achievement. This creative process emphasizes an applicative approach that prioritizes active participation of children in learning. Additionally, the research explains how various auditory, visual, kinesthetic, and ideational stimuli enrich children's creative experiences, enabling them to absorb inspiration from diverse sources and apply it in meaningful dance movements. The research findings highlight the importance of arts education in enriching children's learning experiences at the community level and provide insights into how the integration of local cultural arts can result in holistic and meaningful learning experiences.

Keywords: Dance education, Dance creation, Innovative work

DOI: 10.7176/ADS/110-02

Publication date: April 30^th 2024