Augmented Reality-Based Digital Collage for Developing Children’s Fine Motor Skills

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10.2991/978-2-38476-489-1_17How to use a DOI?

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Fine motor skills; Augmented Reality; early childhood education; digital collage; motor development

Abstract

The development of fine motor skills is essential for early childhood as it enables children to control small muscles, particularly in the hands and fingers, which are fundamental for daily tasks and academic readiness. However, recent studies indicate a decline in fine motor proficiency among preschoolers, partly due to reduced traditional manipulative activities and the increased use of touchscreen devices. This study aims to develop and evaluate an Augmented Reality (AR)-based digital collage system designed to enhance fine motor skills in children aged 4–6 years. Employing a research and development (R&D) approach using the Hannafin and Peck model, the study involved needs analysis, design, and implementation phases, with continuous evaluation. The AR application was tested in kindergartens with 60 children, alongside validation by early childhood experts and teachers. Findings revealed significant improvements in children’s precision, hand–eye coordination, and finger dexterity, with an average increase of 27% in fine motor scores measured by PDMS-2. Teachers and parents also reported higher motivation and engagement compared to traditional methods. This research highlights the potential of AR-integrated digital collage as an innovative, engaging, and pedagogically effective tool for fine motor development in early childhood education.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Tri Sugiarti M. Bakri
AU  - Besse Nirmala
AU  - Haerul Annuar
AU  - Sitti Nurhidayah Ilyas
AU  - Humaedi Humaedi
AU  - Muhammad Akil Musi
PY  - 2025
DA  - 2025/11/24
TI  - Augmented Reality-Based Digital Collage for Developing Children’s Fine Motor Skills
BT  - Proceedings of the International Conference on Educational Science and Teacher Education (ICESTE 2025)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 206
EP  - 221
SN  - 2352-5398
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-2-38476-489-1_17
DO  - 10.2991/978-2-38476-489-1_17
ID  - Bakri2025
ER  -