The Influence Of Traditional Games On The Integrity Character Of Junior High School Students

Ricky Anjani; Muhammad Ali; Adhe Saputra; Yonifia Anjanika

Authors

Ricky Anjani Universitas Jambi Author
Muhammad Ali Universitas Jambi Translator
Adhe Saputra Universitas Jambi Author
Yonifia Anjanika Universitas Jambi Author

Keywords:

Traditional Games; Integrity Character; Character Education; Physical Education; Junior High School Students.

Abstract

This study aims to determine the effect of traditional games on improving the integrity character of seventh-grade students at SMP Negeri 1 Muaro Jambi. The study used a quantitative approach with a quasi-experimental method (pre-experimental design) through a one-group pretest–posttest design. The study population was all 170 seventh-grade students, while the research sample consisted of 34 students selected using a random sampling technique. The research instrument was an integrity character questionnaire consisting of 35 statement items with indicators of honesty, discipline, responsibility, hard work, and communication. Treatment was given through learning traditional games for four weeks which included running blocks, facing (gobak sodor), long clogs, and baseball. Data analysis was carried out using the Kolmogorov–Smirnov normality test and paired sample t-test hypothesis testing. The results showed that the average score of students' integrity character increased from 132.03 in the pretest to 144.56 in the posttest with a difference of 12.53 points. The t-test results showed a significant value (p < 0.001), indicating a significant difference between the scores before and after treatment. Therefore, it can be concluded that traditional games significantly influence the improvement of students' integrity character. These findings suggest that traditional games can be an effective learning strategy to support the strengthening of character education in schools.

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