PEMBELAJARAN AKUATIK BAGI SISWA PRASEKOLAH

Abstract

Abstract
Aquatic Learning for Preschoolers. This article discusses an appropriate and
fun method in aquatic learning for preschoolers and provides a guideline to
improve the process of aquatic learning for them. This article is based on literature
on aquatic learning for preschoolers. The process of preschool aquatic learning
deals with the development of children’s potentials through three aspects: basic
psychomotor skill, basic attitude, and basic understanding. The basic psychomotor
skill consists of: (1) water entry, (2) buoyancy, (3) leg action, (4) balance in the
water, (5) arm action, and (6) breath control. The basic attitude consists of (1)
bravery, (2) facility sharing, (3) respect for the rules, (4) attention to instructions,
and (5) willingness to participate. The basic understanding consists of (1) class
procedures, (2) swimming pool rules, (3) playing rules, (4) instruction language,
and (5) mechanics. The aquatic learning program should also consider cognitive
and affective aspects, besides the psychomotor aspect.
Keywords: aquatic learning, preschool