Cultivating Artful Thinking: Designing and Developing an Art Appreciation Learning Kit to Enrich the Aesthetic Experience of 7 to 11-Year-Olds



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Devanny Gumulya, Pelita Harapan University, Indonesia

Abstract

In today's era of rapid technological advancement, where information and entertainment are readily available in touchscreen formats, children's tactile sensory development is often diminished. This reliance on digital interaction can hinder their ability to observe and engage with their surroundings effectively. One effective approach to fostering these qualities is through learning art appreciation. However, the availability of comprehensive learning kits for teaching art appreciation, especially in regions like Indonesia, remains limited. In response, our study seeks to address this gap by designing and developing a learning kit that teaches students art appreciation through artful thinking. The kit utilizes the "See, Think, Wonder" thinking routine, a structured three-step process that guides students in appreciating art by first observing it, then analyzing it, and finally formulating questions about it. Employing the ADDIE instructional design model alongside qualitative research through design approaches, we aimed to create innovative solutions for enhancing art appreciation education. The result of our study is a meticulously crafted art appreciation learning kit tailored for 7-11-year-olds. This kit incorporates the "See, Think, Wonder" thinking routine and features physical components, multimedia resources, and interactive arts and crafts activities. Based on our findings, we recommend adopting the ADDIE model for developing learning kits. With ADDIE approach, the study able to analysis the needs and challenges faced by the learners during the “See Think Wonder” activity, while also foster collaboration with educators during the design and development stages. On the design aspect of the learning kit, the study recommends integrating graphic visualization, clear


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Conference: PCE2025
Stream: Nurturing Creativity & Innovation: New

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