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127 unresolved questions extracted from the limitations and future-work sections of 585 Child Development and Education papers in our library. Each links back to the study that raised it.

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  • The study identifies a gap in understanding the role of peers in supporting students with cognitive impairments. The study highlights the need for further research on the experiences of students with cognitive impairments and their peers in an inclusive education setting.

    PERAN TEMAN SEBAYA DALAM MENINGKATKAN MOTIVASI BELAJAR PADA SISWA BERKEBUTUHAN KHUSUS (INKLUSI KOGNITIF) · 2026 · DOI

  • The implementation of inclusive education remains suboptimal, particularly in fostering students' empathy. There is a need for further research on the role of inclusive education in promoting harmony and empathy.

    HARMONISASI DALAM KEBERAGAMAN: PERAN PENDIDIKAN INKLUSI DALAM MENGEMBANGKAN SIKAP EMPATI SISWA · 2026 · DOI

  • The limitation of facilities and infrastructure is a significant obstacle to students' musical development. The lack of digital learning tools for music education in the Madrasah Ibtidaiyah Teacher Education Study Program.

    The The Effectiveness of the Angklung Bina Nusantara Application in Improving the Musicality of Students of the Madrasah Ibtidaiyah Teacher Education Study Program · 2026 · DOI

  • The study identifies a gap in the existing literature on the challenges faced by Grade 5 teachers in teaching MAPEH in Jones District, Isabela. The study aims to address this gap by examining the teachers' backgrounds, challenges, and teaching methods.

    Challenges In Teaching MAPEH: Perspectives of Grade 5 Teachers at Jones District, Isabela · 2026 · DOI

  • Children's impulsivity and lack of self-control. Difficulty in managing emotions and regulating behavior. Limited social-emotional skills in early childhood.

    PENINGKATAN KEMAMPUAN MENGENDALIKAN DIRI ANAK USIA 5 – 6 TAHUN MELALUI PERMAINAN TRADISIONAL GOBAK SODOR DI TK SUNAN AMPEL · 2026 · DOI

  • The study identifies challenges in implementing inclusive education, including the need for coordinated support between schools and families. The study highlights the challenge of sustaining interventions, particularly in cases where family involvement is limited.

    Praktik intervensi kolaboratif bagi anak berkebutuhan khusus: Studi multikasus dalam layanan pendidikan inklusif di Yogyakarta · 2026 · DOI

  • The adaptation process of young children to daycare can be challenging due to the child's estrangement from people and environment. Teachers need to be trained to cultivate affective relationships with children.

    A afetividade do professor e sua contribuição para o processo de adaptação da criança na Educação Infantil · 2026 · DOI

  • The challenge of involving children in the redesign process in a way that is meaningful and effective. The challenge of balancing the needs and opinions of children with the practical constraints of the redesign process.

    Nýsköpunarmennt í leikskólastarfi - Hugmyndir barna um hönnun leikskólalóðar · 2026 · DOI

  • Differences in facilities between schools. Limited opportunities for students to express their movements. The implementation of PJOK learning programs faces various challenges.

    Evaluation of the Implementation of Physical Education, Sports, and Health Learning in Public Elementary Schools (SDN) throughout Kapanewon Seyegan Sleman · 2026 · DOI

  • Geographical constraints that limit outdoor play areas in densely populated urban areas. The need to create a sense of psychological security in children. The importance of warm interpersonal relationships and a calm psychological classroom atmosphere in fostering independence in early childhood.

    <b>Optimalisasi lingkungan kelas dalam membangun kemandirian anak usia dini di TK Bina Nurani Surabaya </b><b></b> <b> </b> · 2026 · DOI

  • Difficulties in peer-to-peer interactions. Different habits brought from family environments. Limited understanding of the effectiveness of the 5S culture.

    Implementasi Budaya 5S (Senyum, Sapa, Salam, Sopan, dan Santun) dalam Membangun Karakter Siswa di Sekolah Dasar · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a need to examine the effect of traditional games on the social skills of kindergarten children. The study aims to fill this gap by investigating the effect of the traditional bola bekel game on social skills.

    Pengaruh Permainan Tradisional Bola Bekel terhadap Keterampilan Sosial Anak di Taman Kanak-Kanak · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a need to investigate the effect of bibliotherapy stimulation on language development in 3-year-old children. Prior work suggests that stimulation is a factor that influences language development, but there is a lack of studies on bibliotherapy stimulation.

    Pengaruh Stimulasi Biblioterapi terhadap Perkembangan Bahasa Anak Usia 3 Tahun di Taman Posyandu (TAPOS) · 2026 · DOI

  • The gap between conventional classroom instruction and the needs of gifted children. The need for flexible and adaptive learning strategies to accommodate differences in students' abilities.

    ANALISIS STRATEGI PENGEMBANGAN POTENSI ANAK BERBAKAT DALAM PROSES PEMBELAJARAN DI SMPN 1 PANGARENGAN · 2026 · DOI

  • The decline of traditional games in elementary school children's daily life. The need for revitalization efforts to integrate traditional games into school learning activities. The challenge of promoting cultural preservation and fostering character development in elementary education.

    Optimalisasi Permainan Tradisional Gobak Sodor sebagai Media Pembelajaran Interdisipliner Berbasis Budaya untuk Menguatkan Literasi Numerasi, Literasi Sains, dan Aktivitas Fisik Siswa Sekolah Dasar · 2026 · DOI

  • The abandonment of traditional games by elementary school children due to the growing use of digital games. The lack of contextual, culture-based learning opportunities in elementary education.

    Optimalisasi Permainan Tradisional Gobak Sodor sebagai Media Pembelajaran Interdisipliner Berbasis Budaya untuk Menguatkan Literasi Numerasi, Literasi Sains, dan Aktivitas Fisik Siswa Sekolah Dasar · 2026 · DOI

  • Future research should investigate the long-term effects of the play-based learning approach on early childhood development. Future research should explore the use of other play-based learning approaches in early childhood education.

    Pendampingan pada Anak Usia Dini dalam Menciptakan Lingkungan Belajar yang Menyenangkan · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a need for effective approaches to creating a fun learning environment in early childhood education. Prior research has not fully explored the use of play-based learning approaches in early childhood education.

    Pendampingan pada Anak Usia Dini dalam Menciptakan Lingkungan Belajar yang Menyenangkan · 2026 · DOI

  • Limited resources - Limited student engagement - Lack of equipment - Time constraints

    Challenges In Teaching MAPEH: Perspectives of Grade 5 Teachers at Jones District, Isabela · 2026 · DOI

  • Creating an engaging and effective learning environment for young children. Developing methods that cater to the needs of early childhood learners.

    IMPLEMENTASI METODE DISKUSI DAN TALKING STICK MIX GAME UNTUK MENGENALKAN WARNA SERTA BENTUK PADA ANAK USIA DINI · 2026 · DOI

  • Designing seating facilities that are ergonomic and child-friendly. Balancing the needs of children with different abilities and requirements.

    Efektivitas Sarana Duduk dalam Ruang Kelas melalui Perspektif Pengalaman Pengguna dan Interaksi Pengguna Anak: Studi Observasi di TK Telkom Buah Batu, Bandung. · 2026 · DOI

  • Violence and discrimination against children - Limited teacher competence - Limited resources and infrastructure

    Transformasi Praktik Inklusi dan Multikulturalisme di Sekolah Perbatasan Indonesia-Timor Leste: Studi Etnografi Digital · 2026 · DOI

  • Lack of motivation and disengagement in the classroom. Inattentiveness and inconsistent task engagement among young learners.

    Effectiveness of Token Economy Strategy on Classroom Participation Among Grade 1 · 2026 · DOI

  • Poverty-driven child labor. Financial concern. Limited access to education and employment opportunities.

    Generating Livelihood through Amazing Make-Up (GLAM): A Needs-Based Evaluation of a Community-Based TVET Intervention for Out-of-School Youth and 4Ps-Monitored Students in Nueva Ecija · 2026 · DOI

  • Logistical obstacles in the form of distribution delays. The need to ensure the program's effectiveness in supporting learning activities.

    ANALISIS IMPLEMENTASI PROGRAM MAKAN BERGIZI GRATIS DALAM MENUNJANG KEGIATAN PEMBELAJARAN DI SEKOLAH DASAR DI KOTA PALEMBANG · 2026 · DOI

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