Impact of Interactive Learning Tools on the Cognitive Development and Dance Creativity of Sixth-Grade School Learners

Abstract

This study aims to investigate interactive learning tools to enhance the cognitive development and creative skills of primary school learners in dance education and to examine whether primary school learners are satisfied with these tools. This study adopted the quantitative research method. Employing a quantitative approach, data were collected through questionnaires, lesson plans, and tests. The sample consisted of 159 sixth-grade students from Hope Primary School in Hubei Province, with 45 students in the experimental group using interactive learning tools and 45 in the control group receiving traditional instruction. The findings revealed that interactive learning tools significantly improved cognitive development and creative skills, with the experimental group outperforming the control group in post-test assessments. Furthermore, students generally perceived interactive learning tools positively, particularly regarding their satisfaction with course content. The conclusion emphasizes the potential of interactive learning tools to markedly enhance cognitive development and creativity in dance education while increasing student satisfaction. Future research is recommended to expand the sample size, conduct longitudinal studies, and explore the application of interactive learning tools across other artistic disciplines. The study's limitations include a restricted sample of sixth-grade students from a single school, a short study duration, and a primary focus on cognitive and creative development, omitting other significant areas such as emotional engagement, self-directed learning, and collaboration.