Effectiveness of Group Guidance Using Finger Painting Games To Improve Social Interaction Among Children with Special Needs in Inclusive Schools

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.58421/gehu.v4i4.808

Authors

  • Siti Musdaliva Universitas Tadulako
  • Munifah Munifah Universitas Tadulako
  • Dian Fitiriani Universitas Tadulako
  • Ikhlas Rasido Universitas Tadulako

Keywords:

Children with Special Needs (ABK)., Finger Painting , Group Guidance , Social Interaction

Abstract

This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of group counseling using finger painting games to improve the social interaction of children with special needs (ABK) in inclusive secondary schools. A mixed-methods approach was used, combining quantitative analysis (Wilcoxon Signed-Rank Test) and qualitative analysis (observations and interviews). The participants were seven students categorized as borderline. Quantitative results demonstrated a significant increase in social interaction scores (p < 0.05), which was supported by qualitative observations of increased cooperation, communication, and participation. The findings suggest that incorporating finger painting activities into group counseling offers a fun, creative, and effective approach to enhancing social interaction among children with special needs in inclusive settings.

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2025-11-14

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S. Musdaliva, M. Munifah, D. Fitiriani, and I. Rasido, “Effectiveness of Group Guidance Using Finger Painting Games To Improve Social Interaction Among Children with Special Needs in Inclusive Schools”, J.Gen.Educ.Humanit., vol. 4, no. 4, pp. 2105–2116, Nov. 2025.

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