Keberagaman Anak Usia Dini di Indonesia: Implikasinya terhadap Pembelajaran Inklusif di Paud

Azizah Hanum OK; Aidatul Fitroh Munthe; Ilham Yunus; Velissa Amelia Batubara

doi:10.61132/inpaud.v3i3.1171

Authors

Azizah Hanum OK Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara Medan
Aidatul Fitroh Munthe Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara Medan
Ilham Yunus Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara Medan
Velissa Amelia Batubara Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara Medan

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.61132/inpaud.v3i3.1171

Keywords:

Diversity, Early Childhood Education (ECE), Early Childhood, Inclusive Education, Multiculturalism

Abstract

Indonesia is known as a country with a very high level of diversity, encompassing ethnic groups, religions, languages, cultures, genders, and individual abilities. This diversity is a national asset that needs to be understood and appreciated from an early age. Early Childhood Education (ECE) plays a strategic role in fostering children's understanding of diversity. This article aims to examine the forms of diversity in Indonesia, the characteristics of young children in the context of diversity, and the implications of diversity for early childhood education. The method used is a literature review (library research) by analyzing various relevant scholarly sources. The findings indicate that young children possess unique characteristics that support learning about diversity, such as high curiosity, active engagement, and a strong imagination. The implications of diversity for early childhood education require the implementation of inclusive learning practices, varied teaching methods, and the utilization of digital media and local cultural resources. Therefore, diversity should not be viewed as an obstacle but rather as an opportunity to develop a generation that is tolerant, respectful of differences, and capable of living harmoniously in a multicultural society or formula.

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