The Role of the YouTube Application in Enhancing Motor Development in Early Childhood

Objective: This study aims to examine the role of the YouTube application in enhancing motor development in early childhood. Method: The research employs a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) method, utilizing secondary data in the form of words, phrases, and clauses sourced from national books and journals. Data collection was performed through note-taking and observation techniques, while theory triangulation was used for validation. Results: The study identifies five key roles of YouTube in motor development: 1) Learning media for gross motor activities, 2) Enhancing fine motor skills through creative activities, 3) Teaching proper body posture, 4) Interactive motor games, and 5) Encouraging physical movement through animated videos. Novelty: The novelty of this research lies in the identification of YouTube as a dynamic platform that can facilitate various aspects of motor development in early childhood, offering an accessible and engaging tool for learning. The findings emphasize YouTube's potential as an educational tool for supporting motor skill development in young children.