Systematic Literature Review tentang Persepsi Orang Tua terhadap Pendidikan Anak Usia Dini di Indonesia: Implikasi bagi Pengembangan PAUD di Kota Batam

Abstract

This study aims to examine parents’ perceptions of Early Childhood Education (ECE) in Indonesia and analyze their implications for the development of ECE services in Batam City. The research employed a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) method by reviewing relevant scholarly articles on parents’ perceptions of ECE published in both national and international journals. The review process involved the identification, selection, evaluation, and synthesis of articles that met the established inclusion criteria. The study focused on parents’ perceptions regarding the importance of ECE, the factors influencing these perceptions, and their impact on children’s participation in early childhood education programs.The findings reveal that the majority of parents in Indonesia hold positive perceptions of ECE, recognizing it as a crucial foundation for children’s cognitive, socio-emotional, language, and character development. These perceptions are influenced by several factors, including parents’ educational background, socioeconomic status, access to information, social environment, and the quality of available ECE services. However, several challenges remain, such as limited understanding of the benefits of ECE, educational costs, and unequal access to high-quality ECE institutions. The results suggest that improving family educational literacy, strengthening partnerships between schools and parents, and ensuring equitable access to quality ECE services should be prioritized in the development of ECE in Batam City. This study contributes to a deeper understanding of parents’ perceptions of ECE and provides a foundation for formulating policies and strategies aimed at enhancing the effectiveness and quality of early childhood education development.