Integration of creative learning through arts and culture education in primary schools

Abstract

Learning in schools needs to support student development, especially critical and innovative thinking skills. This research focuses on the integration of creative learning through cultural arts subjects in primary schools. Barriers, curriculum inflexibility and limited resources are the background of this research. A holistic and in-depth discussion of the analysis results was conducted using a qualitative approach with descriptive methods. The results show that the practice of making damar kurung, exploring dance movements, performing drama art, and arranging simple songs, effectively supports student development, including cognitive dimensions, innovation, and problem solving.