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147 gap statements mined from Child Development and Education papers in our 4.5M-paper local library, which holds 679 papers on the topic — drawn mostly from each paper's own stated research gap, future-work, challenge and limitation notes, and its abstract. The ones listed below are a selection still marked open; each names the study that raised it, with a DOI link where the paper has one.

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  • The lack of effective learning strategies to enhance creativity in early childhood education. The limited use of engaging and varied learning media in early childhood education.

    PENGARUH MEDIA CERITA BERGAMBAR TERHADAP KREATIVITAS PADA ANAK USIA 5-6 TAHUN · 2026 · DOI

  • Further study on the impact of limited APE on early childhood learning. Development of comprehensive solutions to the problem of limited APE. Investigation of the effectiveness of alternative materials and strategies.

    The Influence of Limited Educational Game Tools (APE) on Early Childhood Learning at RA Nurul Jihad Kindergarten · 2026 · DOI

  • Future research should investigate the effectiveness of interventions to promote kemandirian in children. Further studies should explore the role of family education in shaping children's independence.

    Kemandirian Anak Usia 5-6 Tahun dengan Pendidikan Keluarga Pada PAUD · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a gap in the understanding of the role of family education in shaping children's independence. The study aims to address this gap by analyzing the independence of children aged 5-6 years.

    Kemandirian Anak Usia 5-6 Tahun dengan Pendidikan Keluarga Pada PAUD · 2026 · DOI

  • The sample size is small, consisting of 15 students. The study is limited to a single kindergarten school. The media developed is specific to the local cultural context and may not be generalizable to other contexts.

    Pengembangan Media Bermain Berbasis Culture Fusion untuk Meningkatkan Aktivitas Kokurikuler Siswa TK Negeri Pembina Jagong Jeget Takengon · 2026 · DOI

  • The lack of effective play media for kindergarten students that incorporates local cultural values. The need for a systematic approach to developing and evaluating play media that incorporates local cultural values.

    Pengembangan Media Bermain Berbasis Culture Fusion untuk Meningkatkan Aktivitas Kokurikuler Siswa TK Negeri Pembina Jagong Jeget Takengon · 2026 · DOI

  • The study identifies the limited competence of teachers and the lack of special training as challenges in creating an inclusive classroom environment. The study also identifies the lack of clear and communicative classroom structure as a challenge in creating a safe and supportive learning environment.

    Upaya Guru dalam Membangun Lingkungan Kelas yang Ramah untuk Anak Berkebutuhan Khusus · 2026 · DOI

  • The study is limited to one school and one group of teachers and students. The study does not provide a comprehensive analysis of the challenges faced by teachers in creating an inclusive classroom environment.

    Upaya Guru dalam Membangun Lingkungan Kelas yang Ramah untuk Anak Berkebutuhan Khusus · 2026 · DOI

  • The lack of research on the effectiveness of traditional games in enhancing local wisdom-based self-awareness.

    PENGARUH PERMAINAN ENGGO LARI SEBAGAI MEDIA EDUKASI DALAM MENINGKATKAN SELF-AWARENESS LOCAL WISDOM PADA KELAS V SD · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a gap in research on the effectiveness of traditional games in enhancing local wisdom-based self-awareness. Prior work has focused on the importance of traditional games in social-emotional competence, but not specifically on local wisdom-based self-awareness.

    PENGARUH PERMAINAN ENGGO LARI SEBAGAI MEDIA EDUKASI DALAM MENINGKATKAN SELF-AWARENESS LOCAL WISDOM PADA KELAS V SD · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a lack of research on the impact of les calistung on children's social-emotional development. The study aims to fill this gap by investigating the difference in social-emotional development of children aged 5-6 years based on their participation in les calistung.

    Perbandingan Perkembangan Sosial Emosional Anak Usia 5-6 Tahun Berdasarkan Keikutsertaan Les Calistung · 2026 · DOI

  • 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 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

  • Future research can examine the effect of traditional music on musical intelligence in different age groups. Future research can compare the effect of traditional music with modern music on musical intelligence.

    Efektivitas Penggunaan Musik Angklung dalam Menstimulasi Kecerdasan Musikal Anak Usia Dini · 2026 · DOI

  • There is a need for effective methods to introduce colors and shapes to early childhood learners. Prior methods may not be engaging or effective for young children.

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

  • The study was conducted at only one institution, RA Nurul Jihad Kindergarten. The study did not provide a comprehensive solution to the problem of limited APE. The study relied on qualitative data collection methods.

    The Influence of Limited Educational Game Tools (APE) on Early Childhood Learning at RA Nurul Jihad Kindergarten · 2026 · DOI

  • Kebiasaan bermain digital telah mengurangi intensitas gerak fisik anak - Banyak anak menunjukkan kelemahan motorik seperti kurangnya keseimbangan, kelenturan, dan…

    Pelatihan Pentas Seni Tari Tradisional Untuk Mengembangkan Motorik Kasar Di Tk Ummi Adniah NWDI Pancor · 2026 · DOI

  • Rendahnya kemampuan perilaku sosial pada anak usia dini masih menjadi permasalahan. Belum optimalnya penerapan metode pembelajaran yang melibatkan interaksi sosial secara aktif.

    Pengaruh Permainan Tradisional Kucing dan Tikus terhadap Perilaku Sosial Anak Usia 5-6 Tahun · 2026 · DOI

  • Penelitian lanjutan perlu dilakukan untuk mengembangkan strategi yang lebih efektif dalam meningkatkan perkembangan emosi anak melalui kerja sama antara sekolah dan keluarga. Penelitian lanjutan juga perlu dilakukan untuk menginvestigasi bagaimana teknologi dapat digunakan untuk mendukung perkembangan emosi anak.

    ANALISIS PERAN ORANGTUA DALAM PERKEMBANGAN EMOSI ANAK · 2026 · DOI

  • Masih sering ditemukan masalah regulasi emosi pada anak akibat kurangnya sinergi pola asuh antara lingkungan keluarga dan sekolah. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengisi kesenjangan tersebut dengan menganalisis peran serta bentuk kolaborasi antara guru dan orang tua dalam mendukung perkembangan emosi anak.

    ANALISIS PERAN ORANGTUA DALAM PERKEMBANGAN EMOSI ANAK · 2026 · DOI

  • Penelitian lanjutan dapat dilakukan untuk mengetahui dampak bermain konstruktif terhadap perkembangan sosial anak dalam jangka panjang. Penelitian lanjutan dapat dilakukan untuk mengembangkan strategi bermain konstruktif yang lebih efektif.

    Penguatan Perkembangan Sosial Anak Usia Dini Melalui Aktivitas Bermain Lego Berbasis Kolaboratif · 2026 · DOI

  • Perkembangan sosial anak usia dini masih belum optimal. Bermain konstruktif belum banyak digunakan sebagai strategi untuk meningkatkan perkembangan sosial anak.

    Penguatan Perkembangan Sosial Anak Usia Dini Melalui Aktivitas Bermain Lego Berbasis Kolaboratif · 2026 · DOI

  • The study identifies a gap in the use of traditional music in stimulating musical intelligence. The study aims to contribute to the understanding of the effect of traditional music on musical intelligence.

    Efektivitas Penggunaan Musik Angklung dalam Menstimulasi Kecerdasan Musikal Anak Usia Dini · 2026 · DOI

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Open questions raised by papers listed on this page include: (1) The lack of effective learning strategies to enhance creativity in early childhood education (“PENGARUH MEDIA CERITA BERGAMBAR TERHADAP KREATIVITAS PADA ANAK USIA 5-6 TAHUN”, 2026); (2) Future research should investigate the effectiveness of interventions to promote kemandirian in children (“Kemandirian Anak Usia 5-6 Tahun dengan Pendidikan Keluarga Pada PAUD”, 2026); (3) The lack of effective play media for kindergarten students that incorporates local cultural values (“Pengembangan Media Bermain Berbasis Culture Fusion untuk Meningkatkan Aktivitas…”, 2026); (4) The study identifies the limited competence of teachers and the lack of special training as challenges in creating an inclusive classroom environment (“Upaya Guru dalam Membangun Lingkungan Kelas yang Ramah untuk Anak Berkebutuhan…”, 2026); (5) The lack of research on the effectiveness of traditional games in enhancing local wisdom-based self-awareness (“PENGARUH PERMAINAN ENGGO LARI SEBAGAI MEDIA EDUKASI DALAM MENINGKATKAN…”, 2026). 147 gap statements have been mined from Child Development and Education papers in our 4.5M-paper local library, which holds 679 papers on the topic; the gaps come from whichever of those papers state one. They are mostly the research gaps the authors state and the papers' abstracts, plus future-work, limitations and challenges passages. The ones listed below are a selection still marked open; each names the study that raised it, with a DOI link where the paper has one, so you can read the original claim in context.

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