Baku Baku Raja traditional game model to enhance basic movement skills on elementary students in Indonesia

Abstract

Enhancement in basic movement skills is a fundamental need for elementary school students in achieving the goals of physical education. The aim of this study was to produce a traditional game model called Baku Baku Raja to enhance Basic Movement skills on elementary students. Baku Baku Raja traditional game model has been adapted to the aspects of growth and development as well as the characteristics of children at their age, which are packaged through physical activities. This applied research and development method with product development steps by Borg and Gall. The research participants were 3rd-grade elementary school students in Palu, Indonesia. The results showed that the Baku Baku Raja traditional game model is feasible and effective in enhancing basic movement skills on elementary students. The researchers recommend that Baku Baku Raja traditional game model is used as an alternative for educators to optimize the success of student performance on not only psychomotor aspects but also cognitive and affective aspects.